UQ Ventures ScaleUP Showcase and ilab x Momentum Accelerator Pitch Event

The ScaleUP Showcase 2025, presented by UQ Ventures and supported by QIC and UniQuest Extension Fund, brings together the people and ideas shaping Queensland’s innovation future. Anchored by UQ’s research and entrepreneurial community, this event highlights the ventures ready to make their mark and scale globally.

Across one action-packed day, experience founder showcases, connect with investors from around the world and be part of the grand finale Pitch Night — where one pitch will get the opportunity to secure up to $100k in investment.

ScaleUP Showcase is a platform for collaboration, connection and the ideas shaping Queensland’s innovation economy.

• Actionable panels & keynotes from founders, investors & industry experts
• Hands-on breakout sessions tailored to your startup growth challenges
• Innovation Showcase featuring emerging Queensland startups
• Live ilab x Momentum Accelerator Pitch Night
• Networking with investors, corporates, founders, and partners

Who Should Attend?

• Startup founders & teams
• Investors & venture capitalists
• Corporate innovation & business leaders
• Government & economic development partners
• Students & future entrepreneurs
• Anyone interested in Queensland’s innovation economy

ScaleUP Showcase ticket

• Full-day access to ScaleUP Showcase conference (9:00am - 5:00pm)
• Innovation Showcase access
• Light refreshments for morning and afternoon teas as well as a catered lunch

• Networking opportunities across the full day

Pitch Night Ticket

• Evening ilab x Momentum Pitch Night (6:00PM - 9:00PM)
• Networking cocktails and canapes sponsored by Dare Capital

OR a COMBINED Ticket to choose your day and experience both experiences!

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Host or Publisher UQ Ventures