Find your Co-Founder or New Hire

Designed for founders, startup and scaleup teams, experienced operators, and professionals looking to build or join high-growth ventures, this event brings together the people shaping the next generation of technology and innovation companies.

Join Investment NSW on Thursday, 2nd July, at the vibrant Tech Central Innovation Hub to connect with a diverse mix of founders, technical builders, commercial leaders, startup professionals, and growth-focused businesses seeking the right people to help scale their vision.

Whether you’re searching for a co-founder, making strategic hires, expanding your leadership team, or exploring your next opportunity within a startup or scaleup, this event is designed to foster meaningful connections with people actively building and growing companies.

The evening begins at 5:30pm with networking, drinks, and refreshments, followed by an exclusive fireside chat featuring Andonis Sakatis, CEO of Repeat Builders a new venture builder launched from Tech Central's Innovation Hub.

The conversation will explore the realities of building and scaling companies in today’s innovation landscape - from the evolving role of AI in execution, to the changing funding environment, and the ongoing debate around solo founders versus building strong foundational teams. Drawing on his experience supporting founders and growth-focused ventures, Andonis will share practical perspectives on building the right relationships early, identifying complementary skill sets, and creating teams capable of long-term growth.

Following the fireside chat, attendees will have the opportunity to pitch their business, showcase their experience, or share the opportunity they are exploring through a series of 60-second elevator pitches. Attendees can then continue the conversation during a dedicated networking session, connecting directly with potential co-founders, collaborators, future team members, and growth-focused businesses that captured their interest during the pitches.

REGISTRATION CATEGORIES:

I AM LOOKING FOR A CO-FOUNDER

I want to meet ambitious people with complementary skills and a shared ambition to build

I’m looking for potential co-founders, collaborators, or early team members to help bring ideas to life and scale ventures faster

I want to connect with experienced operators, technical builders, and commercially minded people within the startup and scaleup ecosystem

I’m looking to build meaningful relationships with people who are serious about innovation, growth, and building companies

I AM HIRING TO BUILD OUT MY TEAM

I’m growing a startup or scaleup and looking for high-impact talent across technical, product, operations, and commercial functions

I want to meet people who thrive in fast-moving, high-growth environments

I’m looking to connect directly with experienced professionals, emerging talent, and future leaders

I want to build relationships with people who can help strengthen and scale our business

I AM LOOKING FOR A ROLE WITH A TECH STARTUP OR SCALEUP

I want to connect directly with founders, leadership teams, and growing companies

I’m interested in opportunities within ambitious startups and scaleups where I can make a meaningful impact

I want to meet innovative teams building high-growth businesses across a range of industries

I’m looking to build long-term relationships within the startup, scaleup, and innovation ecosystem

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Thursday 2nd July, 2026

Where: Tech Central Innovation Hub, Level 1, 477 Pitt Street, Haymarket

Guest arrival, drinks & nibbles: 5:30pm – 6:00pm

Welcome & Fireside Chat: 6:00pm – 6:30pm

60-second elevator pitches: 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Networking drinks & canapes: 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Whether you're a founder searching for a co-founder, a scaleup looking for exceptional talent, or a professional seeking their next opportunity, this is where meaningful connections begin.

Register now and take the next step in building your team, expanding your network, or exploring new opportunities within the innovation community.