Real talk: Startup ups and downs in current markets

Join us for a candid conversation at the Sydney Agritech Meetup. Connect with fellow researchers, founders, investors, collaborators, and passionate supporters in Sydney's thriving AgriFood Tech ecosystem.

Building a startup is no easy feat—it's a journey undertaken by real humans grappling with genuine challenges. In the wake of a challenging 2023 for startups globally, Agri-food-tech ventures, often reliant on hardware and deep tech, faced the fundraising crunch. While more agtechs secured funding, the amounts were modest.

The challenge for 2024 is clear: do more with less and demonstrate the value you are delivering to growers and the market sooner.

Sydney’s robust agritech startup scene, intricately connected to academia, industry, and government, isn't immune to the industry's uncertainties. This meetup is a no-frills opportunity to delve into authentic conversations, swap unfiltered experiences, and stand united through the genuine ups and downs of this unpredictable yet fascinating - and impactful - journey.

Join us on Thursday 15th February at 6pm for some networking and a panel discussion over drinks and nibbles.

• 6:00 – 6:30: Networking
• 6:30 – 7:15: Panel discussion
• 7:15 – 8:00: Networking

This conversation will be facilitated by Sarah Nolet, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Tenacious Ventures. Sydney Agritech Meetup is a collaboration with the Sydney Knowledge Hub and Tenacious Ventures.

Panellists:

• Professor Salah Sukkarieh - Professor of Robotics and Intelligent Systems, the University of Sydney. Previously CEO & Co-Founder, Agerris;
• Liam Hescock - CEO & Co-Founder, Azaneo;
• Saron Berhane - Co-Founder, stealth agrifood tech startup. Previously COO & Co-Founder, BioScout.

This live panel discussion will explore what it’s REALLY like to be building, raising, hiring & firing, and overall having boots on the ground and under the desk in the agritech startup world right now.

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NEW Location
The Sydney Knowledge Hub is located on Level 2 of the Merewether Building (H04) at the University of Sydney. Enter from Butlin Avenue and follow the external pink stairs and pillars up to reception. See Google Directions

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