Founder Pitch Showcase

Join us for a high-energy evening celebrating innovation across North Queensland.

The Founder Pitch Showcase brings together a curated group of 15-20 innovation-driven founders, spanning early-stage through to more established ventures and a diverse range of industries.

This event is more than a pitch night. We’re bringing together the people who help ideas move forward - industry, government, research, investors, advisors and operators - to create a room where meaningful conversations and connections can happen.

On the night:

• founders pitching to build momentum, visibility and confidence

• a panel of investors and ecosystem leaders sharing practical insights

• the audience (you!) contributing ideas, perspectives and connections

Delivered in partnership with James Cook University, this will be a high-quality, engaging evening - featuring live music from Heart Songs and catering by A Touch of Salt.

Event details:

📍 JCU Engineering and Innovation Place

📅 Thursday 28 May

🕠 5:30pm arrival | 6:30pm start

🎟️ $25 includes live music with Heart Songs and canapés by A Touch of Salt​

These are the moments where connections are made, ideas gain traction, and opportunities take shape.

This event is powered by Smart Precinct NQ, proudly supported by the Queensland Government as part of the Regional Enablers Program, in partnership with James Cook University, thanks to the support of Townsville City Council.