You are invited to the 2024 Nexus Alumni Networking event on Monday, 25 November 2024, for an exciting afternoon of networking and knowledge sharing.

Event Name: 2024 Nexus Alumni Networking Event
Date: Monday 25 November 2024
Time: 3.00pm - 5.00pm (door opens at 2.45pm)
Venue: Yarra Room, Melbourne Town Hall, 90-130 Swanston Street, Melbourne 3000
Ticket: Free (Registration required. Registrations end on Friday 22 November.)

Why Attend?

Learn about Nexus startup program that offers a prioritised pathway into China and broader Asian markets.
Hear from Hong Kong Trade Development Council about opportunities in Hong Kong and available services and supports.
Gain practical tips from a panel of experts on building a successful ‘born-global’ startup and expanding your business internationally.
Networking with Nexus alumni, industry experts and members of Melbourne’s innovation ecosystem.

Featured speakers

Prof Frank Fu, President, Australia China Association of Scientists and Entrepreneurs
Bonnie Shek, ANZ Director, Hong Kong Trade Development Council
Yifei Wang, Founder and CEO, AIBUILD
Dr. Raphael Maria Mayer, Co-Founder and CTO, Virtetic
Mary Wang, Director, RSM
Bill Lang, Chairman, Small Business Australia (Moderator)

About Nexus Program

Launched in 2019, Nexus is an international entrepreneurial program designed to supports local technology companies to explore commercial opportunities in Asia, through structured support including pitch competitions, mentoring, export-readiness training, and in-market visits. Nexus program is co-designed by the City of Melbourne and the Australia China Association of Scientists and Entrepreneurs in partnership with the City of Nanjing and is supported by the Victorian Government.

This networking event is hosted by the City of Melbourne in partnership with the Australia China Association of Entrepreneurs and Scientists and Hong Kong Trade Development Council.