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From Manual to Modern: A Roundtable for Ambitious Brokers

From Manual to Modern: A Roundtable for Ambitious Brokers

Tue, Aug 25, 8:00 AM
From builureAI Community

**Join Us in Melbourne: How AI is Eliminating the Admin Grind for Australian Mortgage Brokers** **Location:** Melbourne, Australia (Venue details provided upon RSVP confirmation. **Luma registration is mandatory.**) **Register Now:** [From Manual to Modern: A Roundtable for Ambitious Brokers · Luma](https://luma.com/6vtq5z93) **Capacity:** Strictly capped at \~20 senior leaders **About the Event** The pressure on Australian mortgage brokers has never been higher. With record market share comes an overwhelming administrative load, policy research, compliance documentation, Best Interests Duty (BID) checks, and post-RBA client outreach. Join Builure and IRL By Amber for an intimate, off-the-record roundtable featuring leading broker mentors and AI innovators. We are diving straight into how cutting-edge automation is taking the heavy lifting out of day-to-day broking without compromising the strict compliance and privacy standards your clients depend on. This isn't a long-winded slide deck presentation. It’s an interactive, peer-led conversation designed for senior leaders across Melbourne’s finance and tech ecosystem who want to stay ahead of the curve. **What We’ll Cover** * Eliminating the Admin Grind: How top-performing brokerages are using AI to cut down manual paperwork and lender policy research from hours to minutes. * Compliance Without Compromise: Safeguard your client data while maintaining airtight Best Interests Duty (BID) compliance and audit trails. * Proactive Client Engagement: Harnessing automated tools for post-RBA decisions and portfolio reviews to retain clients for life. * Data Sovereignty: Why enterprise-grade Australian data privacy needs to be built in from day one, not bolted on. **Special Guests** Inshu Misra — CEO, Builure (Empowering finance teams to work smarter with AI) **Who Should Attend?** This session is curated specifically for: * Brokerage Principals & Senior Mortgage Brokers * Aggregator Leaders & Broker Mentors * Fintech Founders & Financial Services Innovators Food and drinks are on us! Spaces are strictly limited to 20 seats to ensure genuine, high-value discussion. **Hosted By:** **Builure:** Empowering businesses with intelligent solutions and expert talent. Built specifically with Australian data privacy at its core built in, not bolted on. **IRL By Amber:** One of APAC’s largest startup and tech communities with over 8,000 members and 100+ events hosted alongside global leaders like Anthropic, Notion, Blackbird, and AirTree. ![👉](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t51/1/16/1f449.png) Apply to Attend: Secure your spot at the table now. Registered attendees will receive full location details upon confirmation.

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1 attendee
Tech & Business Networking in Melbourne

Tech & Business Networking in Melbourne

Fri, Aug 14, 8:00 AM
From Startups & Tech Events in Melbourne
4.2

📍 **Registration is on Luma — Meetup is not our RSVP platform.** Please register here to secure your spot: https://luma.com/6rtzru3r 🚀 **Join our event in Melbourne!** We design Pitch and Networking nights to help founders sharpen their thinking through direct, candid feedback and to give strong investors access to serious teams. **Our pitch night is complemented by a structured networking session before and after the pitch session.** ▶ **See how our pitch nights look:** https://vimeo.com/877496618 **💡 What to expect:** - **Startups pitch live and receive focused feedback** from angels and VC partners - **Structured networking session** before and after the pitches - Entrepreneurs, startup founders, and operators are joining to network, exchange ideas, and build strong connections - Active investors and venture scouts joining to discover the best startups early **🤝 Who you will meet at the event:** - Founders - Investors, VC partners, Venture Scouts - Marketers, Salespeople, Business Advisors - Industry Disruptors - AI Experts - Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia, and the United Kingdom **💼 We Welcome New Investors:** We invite investors to our event to expand their network, get acquainted with new startups, evaluate them, share feedback, and participate in discussions with early-stage and serial founders. We offer **complimentary tickets to institutional investors, angels, and venture scouts** with a proven track record. Please [apply via Luma](https://luma.com/6rtzru3r) or send us an email so we can issue the ticket. If you'd like to **access our database of promising startups** or **provide mentorship support to our best startups**, please fill out this short [Investor Application Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn1s8f5_R3iaqYoJ4aU2q1IxcFXIZIQElD6cEcv8YkRQhaUA/viewform), and our team will contact you. **🎤 Want to Pitch?** A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to pitch their startup or business **to a panel of investors and experts.** 4-6 selected founders will pitch their startup, followed by a short Q&A where participants can ask questions and share feedback. Apply by filling out the [Pitch Application Form](https://forms.gle/CuscVQibyXBbi1Fv7) and sending us your pitch deck. Spots are limited, and we select founders in advance. To maintain high-quality pitches, you are required to present with a pitch deck. We will share our **pitching guide** and, if you'd like, **coach you** so you're fully prepared for pitch night. 🏆 **The best startups will be featured** across our social media and included in our **investor newsletter.** **Requirements for attendees:** - Dress code: smart casual. Bring good energy. **🎟 Join our event and secure your ticket today!** **About us:** [Startup Valley](https://startupvalley.club/) is a global event organizer hosting pitch nights in 25 cities since 2023. Since then, **we have hosted 850 events for 40,000 attendees**. Over these years, we connected countless outstanding early-stage startups to serious investors, and we are not planning to stop. We maintain strategic partnerships with VC funds in the US, Europe, and Asia to support our community. Do you have a **question, a partnership proposal, or want to clarify something**? Reach us at hello@startupvalley.club **Agenda** - 18:00–18:30 — **Registration**: Guests register, receive badges, and event programs. This is an opportunity for casual networking, making first connections, and preparing for the event. - 18:30–19:00 — **Event Kickoff & Interactive Networking**: Official welcome from the organizers with a brief overview of the event goals and schedule. Interactive networking session to connect with key contacts. - 19:00–19:50 — **Startup Pitch Session**: Startups present their projects to investors and experts. Each team has 5 minutes to pitch, covering the project’s core idea, business model, and target market. - 19:50–21:00 — **Chill & Networking**: Participants enjoy casual conversations with investors, discuss collaboration opportunities, and exchange ideas over refreshments. **FAQ** **Can I pitch?** Yes! To pitch, please purchase a Pitch Ticket and fill out the Pitch Application Form. We will contact you to discuss and approve your pitch. The pitch duration is 5 minutes. You will also have some time to answer questions from the audience. **How does the pitch go?** Selected founders present on stage to the audience and the investors in the room. You get 5 minutes to pitch your idea, business model, target market, and investment ask, followed by a short Q&A. The best startups are featured across our social media channels and in the investor newsletter. **Who will I meet?** Founders, angel investors, VC partners, venture scouts, AI experts, engineers, operators, marketing and sales experts, and international entrepreneurs from across Europe, Asia, and the US. **Do investors get free tickets?** Yes! Please apply via Luma (the link is in the event description) or email hello@startupvalley.club, and we will issue a complimentary ticket for you and your team. **Can I request a refund?** Yes. Refunds are available if requested at least 24 hours before the event start time. Please submit the refund request on the platform where you purchased your ticket, or email us at hello@startupvalley.club

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31 attendees
AI & Integration Meetup: Melbourne

AI & Integration Meetup: Melbourne

Thu, Aug 20, 4:00 AM
From Melbourne AI & Integration Meetup

Join us in Melbourne for an event bringing together integration architects, enterprise technologists, and AI practitioners from across Victoria and beyond. The topic in Q3 will be on **Using AI to power Integration Development and Operations to Scale Participation and Centralise Control**. We will be demonstrating the Integration, Observability and API Agent to scale integration without losing control. Venue: IBM Design Hall in Melbourne, Level 28 Hosted by: IBM Australia

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40 attendees
Melbourne BitDevs

Melbourne BitDevs

Thu, Aug 27, 8:00 AM
From Melbourne Bitcoin Only
4.8

Melbourne BitDevs is an in-person meetup held monthly for discussing: Bitcoin software, tools, research, protocol upgrades (BIPs), mining and more. ⚡💻 Held on the last Thursday of the month. Current venue is upstairs at the Fox Hotel in Collingwood. Arrive anytime from 6pm, with a **prompt start at 6:30**. Website: https://bitdevs.com.au Telegram: https://t.me/btcmelbourne Discussion topics (please add!): https://github.com/MelbourneBitDevs/MelbBitDevs/issues/

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6 attendees
AI & Tech Networking Event in Melbourne by Ascent Valley

AI & Tech Networking Event in Melbourne by Ascent Valley

Fri, Aug 21, 8:00 AM
From Startup Networking & Founder Ecosystem | Melbourne

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in Melbourne.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-tech-networking-event-in-melbourne-by-ascent-valley-tickets-1992455198133?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** **🚀 Meet investors, founders, AI experts, operators, and immigrant entrepreneurs building the next generation of global companies.** * Share your project and get feedback. * Connect with capital. * Expand your network. * This is where conversations turn into partnerships. * Use our participant mini app to keep every contact and insight from the event — nothing gets lost. 👥 Who You’ll Meet • Startup Founders • Angel Investors & VC firms • AI Experts • Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia & the UK • Marketers, Sales leaders & Business Advisors • Builders & Game Changers Startup Pitch Session Selected founders take the stage for a focused 5-minute presentation in front of active investors and tech leaders. Each startup receives: ⚡ Professional evaluation ⚡ Investor feedback ⚡ Visibility inside our global ecosystem **Why You Can’t Miss It** • Meet Tech & Business professionals, founders, and active investors • Gain real feedback from venture capitalists and angel investors • Discover new opportunities in AI, Tech & early-stage startups • Build meaningful connections in a global entrepreneurial community If you’re serious about startups — you should be in the room. 📈 Want to Pitch? Send your deck to: 📧 events@ascentvalley.club or fill [form](https://ascentvalley.com/pitch) Limited spots. Curated selection. 🏆 The startup recognized as “Most Investment-Worthy” will be featured across our social media and included in our investor newsletter. **🌟 About Ascent Valley** [Ascent Valley ](https://ascentvalley.com/infrastructure)is a global ecosystem connecting founders, innovators, and investors. We believe great ideas shouldn’t stay hidden — they deserve to be heard, challenged, and supported by the right people. Our mission is to create environments where ambitious builders connect, collaborate, and grow together.

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22 attendees
AI Meetup (August) for GenAI LLMs and Agents

AI Meetup (August) for GenAI LLMs and Agents

Tue, Aug 11, 7:30 AM
From Melbourne AI Developers Group
4.4

**Important:** Register at the [e](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026012623)[xternal event website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026081023)[ ](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2025120823)is required for admission. **Description:** Welcome to the AI meetup in Melbourne, in collaboration with AI Innovation Centre. Join us for deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and Agentic AI, hands-on experiences with code labs and workshops, and networking with speakers and fellow AI developers, builders, startup founders. **Agenda:** * 5:30pm\~6:00pm: Checkin and networking * 6:00pm\~7:30pm: Tech talks and Q&A * 7:30pm: Open discussion & Mixer **Tech Talk: 5X Coding: How building a Game Engine with Opus 5, TDD and Obsidian** **Speaker:** Adam Johnstone (Sportsbet) **Abstract:** In this session, I will discuss how I built a complete action RPG engine in Typescript using Opus, TDD and an Obsidian Lite RAG system - then show you exactly how that same workflow applies to building React apps, APIs and backend services faster. No fluff, just patterns that work. **Topics/Speakers:** If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA) **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support our community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food/drink, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, and but also exposure to our extensive membership base of 5,000+ AI developers in Melbourne and 500K+ worldwide.

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup is a platform that connects people through local groups and events related to their interests, such as fintech gatherings in cities like Melbourne.

Simply use Meetup's search feature by entering 'fintech' and selecting Melbourne as the location to discover relevant groups and events in the area.

In Melbourne, fintech meetups might include networking events, panel discussions, and workshops focused on innovations, finance technology solutions, and industry trends.

To join a fintech group, search for fintech-related groups on Meetup, review their details, and hit the 'Join' button for updates and event notifications.

Yes! After joining a group, you can RSVP to upcoming fintech meetups you're interested in attending to secure your spot in advance.

Some meetups might be free, while others may charge a fee. Always check the event details on Meetup for any fee requirements before attending.

Melbourne's fintech events may be either online or in-person. Event descriptions on Meetup will specify the format, so you can choose what suits you best.

No, events are organized by individual groups or hosts who use the Meetup platform. Meetup itself doesn't host these events but facilitates connections.

By attending fintech meetups, you'll likely meet individuals passionate about the industry, providing great opportunities to learn and network with peers.

No, you are not obligated to attend every event of the groups you join. Participate based on your interests and availability.

Yes, if you have expertise or a topic you're passionate about, consider reaching out to relevant groups or starting your own on Meetup to lead events.

Fintech meetups can be organized by industry professionals, enthusiasts, or dedicated groups focused on tech and finance innovations within Melbourne.

Meetup facilitates networking but can't guarantee outcomes. Building professional connections often requires active participation and engagement.

Activity levels can vary based on organizer schedules. Stay connected with groups to receive regular meeting updates and new event announcements.

Depending on the topic, not all fintech niches may have active groups in Melbourne. Consider starting one if you see a gap in interests.