AUGUST TOPIC - EMPOWERING PROGRESS - GRANTS, POLICY & INNOVATION
Ready to supercharge your startup's growth without giving away equity? Join us at the Female Founders Forum to hear from the incredible Sofia Braybrook from Lawnch (Lawnch | Expert Legal Advice for Businesses)!
As LAWNCH's Head of R&D and Grants, Sofia has spent nearly a decade helping innovative companies access millions in government funding. She's a master at navigating the complex world of grants and rebates, turning a daunting process into a powerful growth tool for high-potential businesses.
In her half-hour presentation, Sofia will give you the practical steps to claim what's rightfully yours, and share why having a strategic legal partner is your secret weapon for building a globally scalable company, faster. She'll show you how to protect your IP, accelerate your runway, and get investor-ready—all while staying lean.
This isn't just about grants; it's about building a solid foundation for your game-changing venture. Come with your questions, connect with a community of likeminded founders, and learn how to secure the funding you need to take on the world.

BOND UNIVERSITY
Meet the new Dean of Business School, Prof Robin Gauld and, Dr Lisa Galthorp, Dean of External Engagement - who will share the latest news from Bond University PLUS insights on their new building and Innovation course under development.

AISX26 - $1 Billion new investment into Australian innovation over 5 years!!
Hear from Liz Marshall at IdeaHQ Global, host of AISX26 with their Australian first, International Innovation Investment Trade Show & Conference being held on the Gold Coast in February 2026.
AISX will showcase Australia's top, innovative portfolio companies & industry suppliers. Investors from across the globe have been invited to attend as delegates, meet founders & make investments into the portfolio companies. All parties are verified - which make this a unique, high calibre deal room to experience. The event will be open to delegates from across Australia with 5 Think Tank Break outs & keynotes from leading Australian and international experts across a variety of high growth sectors.

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Gold Coast Female Founders Forum is an initiative to support innovative, entrepreneurial women in business, specifically high growth, globally scalable enterprises. Our objectives are to develop a strong community of practice, advocate for greater opportunities for female founders, connect likeminded women & promote the Gold Coast's best female talent.

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For enquiries please call 0499222687

September 2025 Gold Coast Female Founders Forum ~ for Innovative Entrepreneurial Women

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