Anne Parisianne
Wyndham gears up for its annual WYNnovation event, this year themed around the festival of human connection, set to unfold across various locations.
The event, spanning a week, promises to connect, inspire, and ignite innovative thinking among attendees.
Wyndham Mayor Jennie Barrera said, “Now in its seventh year, WYNnovation offers businesses an innovative way to connect, learn, discover and network with other businesses and collaborate in the age of technology with some of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs, innovators and diverse minds right here in Wyndham.”
“The 2024 program takes place in May and includes a suite of day and night-time events across Wyndham including an immersive Masterclass, Summit, Summit Networking evening and the Grand Finale Pitch competition.
“Tickets go on sale Monday 18 March 2024 with early bird offers available until 12 April.”
Wyndham City’s Future Focused Economy portfolio holder, councilor Mia Shaw said, “This year’s WYNnovation focuses on human connection and businesses will have the opportunity to untap possibilities of learning, inspiration and growth from the fantastic program focussing on innovation, collaboration and inclusivity.”
“With thought provoking ideas to challenge businesses to think outside the box and reach the next level, the WYNnovation 2024 program is not to be missed.
“These curated experiences will spark new conversations, connections and opportunities.”
The program commences with a Masterclass titled “Unlock your leadership confidence” on Tuesday, May 14.
The first program will take place at the National Equestrian Centre.
And it will be hosted by EQ Leaders, a Wyndham Business Awards 2023 winner, that designs equine-assisted professional development programs for business leaders.
The Summit on Thursday, May 16, will take place at the Encore Events Centre.
Three profiles of thought leaders will feature in the summit.
They are Mykel Dixon (MC, award-winning speaker and experience creator), Antoinette Lattouf, (diversity advocate and author) and Barrie Barton (entrepreneur).
Following a day of engaging discussions, the Summit Networking night event at Corked Werribee will offer an opportunity for further connection.
The week concludes with the Pitch Grand Finale on Friday, May 17, at Lancemore Mansion Hotel.
Here, the finalists in the Pitch competition present their innovative solutions for the future of Wyndham, competing for a share in over $38,000 in prizes, the largest in the event’s history.
This session is in collaboration with The Startup Network and Wyndham’s SPARK Innovation Hub.
Entrepreneurs, businesses, and innovators are encouraged to participate in the Pitch competition.
Details at www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/wynnovation.
