Revolutionising food waste — and death — through biotechnology
While many things can be composted, some things are difficult - either ethically or because it’s unsafe. ICON grant winner Huum is creating a digital and scientific platform to find solutions to complex composting problems - including composting animals and one day even humans.
Fostering a successful and responsible AI industry for Australia
What should the Australian Government do to prepare Australia for an artificial intelligence future? The ANU TechLauncher convener. Associate Professor Charles Gretton, shares his views on policy considerations.
BOOST Recovery, WINNER at the Pinnacles Pain Sector Awards
Canberra conservationist and Canberra Businesswoman of the Year 2023 soars to success
Canberra conservationist Dr Debbie Saunders is revolutionising the use of drones for tracking endangered species - and winning business awards in the process.
Food2Soil crushing it with crowd funding
Canberra region startup Food2Soil is winning awards for its innovative fertilizer made from food waste. With a recent move to a new venue, it’s embarked on a successful crowdfunding raise.
The father of Canberra’s accelerator programs - Dr Craig Davis (Part 2)
In part 2, we share how Dr Craig Davis became involved as an investor in Capital Angels and was then asked to mentor (and eventually run) an accelerator program. He continues to innovate in his work with the Canberra Innovation Network, championing an inclusive environment for harnessing talent.
Meet Dr Craig Davis – the accidental entrepreneur – (Part 1)
Before he was General Manager of Growth Programs at the Canberra Innovation Network, Dr Craig Davis had other careers. In Part 1, he shares how he went from a career in physics to being a geopolitical analyst and then an eCommerce entrepreneur.
Fintech founder Ilea Buffier shares her passion for sustainability
Canberran fintech founder Ilea Buffier has bought, supported and founded companies committed to sustainability. Her software accounting provider, Evalue8, is now at the forefront to help clients when new sustainability accounting requirements come into effect from 1 July.
Startup mentor and angel investor Sylvia Tulloch on making a difference
Canberran angel investor Sylvia Tulloch has been a startup mentor and investor for a decade, providing startups with support including basic business advice, introductions and encouragement.
Not-for-profit funeral services provider innovating how we do death in Canberra
What is new about death and dying? A lot when it comes to Canberra, with not-for-profit Tender Funerals poised to reduce costs and provide a more compassionate and personalised experience.
Canberra-founded company Xaana leads on artificial intelligence
Canberra-founded AI company Xaana is leading the way with collaborative intelligence applications that can be used securely in government and private enterprise settings. And Xaana wants to professionalize the data science industry.
The Canberra mum of four who is reshaping Defence Industry Networking
Alice Fitzsimmons is a young mum with a passion for helping ADF personnel transition into defence industries. And she’s helped create an inclusive and welcoming environment to help people network with defence industries.
The speech pathologist who moved from Oxford to Canberra to launch her startup
Rebecca Keeley graduated with an MBA at Oxford with the ambition of developing a digital platform to prevent Aussie kids from waiting years to see a speech pathologist.
Canberra accountant wins Xero’s Innovative Partner of the Year
Canberra accountant Harry Hoang has been a mentor, investor and innovator in Canberra's innovation ecosystem for years. And he’s the FY2024 winner of Xero’s Innovative Partner of the Year, thanks to Andy, the friendly robot.
A crash course on selling: attending the Selling to Grow workshop
Ruby McNaughton did more than just learn theory when attending the Advanced Startup Workshop: Selling to Grow. She shares what she and other participants learnt on the course.
Gabe Trew and the POP Canberra Phenomenon
Local business owner Gabe Trew, CEO of POP Canberra, has gone from a pop-up store to creating an app to promote local creators. And POP Canberra is opening 15 hours a day during December.
Ken Kroeger: Navigating the Business Landscape with Epicorp
CEO Ken Kroeger shares insights on Epicorp. A non-for-profit business loaning agency.
I went to a Capital Angels pitch night event, and this happened
What happens when a group of angel investors get together to hear pitches? Find out about editor Serina Bird’s experience at Capital Angels Pitch Night #3.
Menslink Great Walk 2023: what to know and how to donate.
Campus Plus CEO, Nick McNaughton starts his gruelling 142km Menslink Great Walk from the 7th-11th of November. And he needs your help.
Canberra technologist and climate change advocate wins (even more) awards
Marcus Dawe is winning awards for his mineral carbonisation company, MCi - some he didn’t even know he was nominated for. Find out more about his passion for the environment.