Startup Week 2015: Day 2!

Hey Everyone,

Today, March 30th, is Day 2 of Startup Week 2015, and we want to make sure you'll get the most out of it!

Happening today: Launch of the VR Den at Revolver Creative, Intro workshop by the Fitzroy Academy of Getting Shit Done, and "Should you quit your day job?" by BlueChilli. You will find more info on these events below.

Check out the Startup Week website for the full schedule and more details on this week-long event!

Below are some of the latest events organized for Startup Week, make sure you check them out!

THE VR-DEN - REVOLVER CREATIVE & INFINITY AMUSEMENTS
Revolver Creative and Infinity Amusements are excited to launch the "VR Den" at Revolver creative as part of Startup Week.

Come and check out the latest in "VR and then spend the day working at Revolver Creative Co-working space for $10.00. That's a bargain. The VR Den is an extension to the resources at Revolver Creative (RC) a dedicated space for the exploration and development of virtual reality solutions. The “VR Den” will provide an extensive and ever growing library of VR and AR related hardware and software, as well as providing manufactures and developers a platform to showcase their prototype work to the general community. All hardware is geared towards development in Unity.

When: Monday March 30th, 10am-9pm
Where: Revolver Creative [masked] Chapel st)
Tickets: HERE

INTRO WORKSHOP - THE FITZROY ACADEMY OF GETTING SHIT DONE
This mini-GSD is a taster of The Fitzroy Academy of Getting Shit Done flagship course, in one 2.5-hour evening workshop. By participating, you’ll get a good idea of what our full 3 week course is like. Previous GSD students and mentors will evaluate new students in person.

When: Monday, Marcj 30th, 5:00-9:00 pm
Where: The Henley Club, Level 1, 8 Rankins Lane
Registration: HERE

SHOULD YOU QUIT YOUR DAY JOB? - BLUECHILLI
Are you wondering if you should quit your day job and focus on your startup idea?

This session aims to help you with this decision, exploring idea validation, execution strategies and the hurdles of building a tech startup in the Australian landscape. This will be a small informative workshop, giving participants an opportunity to explore their unique idea and situation.

When: Monday, March 30th, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Where: The Cluster on the Market (Level 10, 50 Market Street, Melbourne)
Registration: HERE

And make sure you include Lean Startup Melbourne in your schedule, tomorrow evening, for a chance to win a delegate pass ($345) for SLUSH Down Under. More info below

ALTERNATIVE WAYS OF FINANCING - STARTUP VICTORIA
WIN A DELEGATE PASS FOR SLUSH DOWN UNDER (worth $345!) 
This month, Lean Startup Melbourne will focus on 'Alternative Ways of Financing', withPwC, Pozible, VentureCrowd, and Cultureamp. You will learn how to obtain some much needed cash or advice without going to a VC or angel investor. And of course, free drinks and pizza and Melbourne's best networking.

When: Tuesday the 31st of March
Where: Inspire9 (41-43 Stewart st)
Register: HERE!

Want to win a delegate pass ($345) for SLUSH Down Under? Become a member now (only $99) and have the chance to win one of 8 passes. There will be a stand during the event where you can sign up to become a member.

The passes include access to:

• Conference and pitching competition delegate pass entry: SLUSH Down Under, 22 April 2015. Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 8.50am – 6.30pm
• Entry to the CONNECT emerging ICT expo (www.con-nect.com.au)
• After party entry: Savoy Tavern, corner of Spencer and Bourke Streets Melbourne.  Red carpet arrival from 6.45pm.  The after party is being held in partnership with ‘That Start Up Show’

Cheers,

Startup Victoria