Expressions of interest for the Global Tech and Innovation Program are open

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International tech and innovation companies exploring investment and trade opportunities in Western Australia are invited to submit their interest for the 2024 program.
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The Global Tech and Innovation Program returns for 2024!

Expressions of interest from international tech and innovation companies looking to learn more about the innovation ecosystem here in Western Australia are invited to apply. The program is held in conjunction with West Tech Fest, Australia's longest-running technology and innovation conference. 

This program builds on from 2023 and offers delegates a coordinated package of activities, networking opportunities as well as a Festival Pass to West Tech Fest 2024 that includes the below and more:

  • Pre-departure briefing
  • Festial Pass tickets - inclusive of West Tech Women, West Tech Coast, Freo Startup Fest, West Tech Main, Afterparty and more! 
  • Government briefing - everything you need to know about the Western Australian tech and innovatoin ecosystem
  • Market entry session - discover how to set up a company in Western Australia
  • International Delegates Networking Function

Invest and Trade Western Australia is hosting the program and will cover participation in the activities listed in the Program Benefits for one international delegate per eligible applicant/company.

Now in its 13th year, West Tech Fest is a week-long festival for our local startup and tech community to hear from and showcase themselves to global founders and investors in this sector.

Held from Monday 2 December to Friday 6 December 2024 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre and satellite sites. Learn more about the festival's 2024 program on the West Tech Fest website.

Applications for the Global Tech and Innovation Program opened on Monday 9 September and close 5pm (AWST) Friday 18 October 2024.

For application information and submissions, visit the Global Tech and Innovation Program 2024 page on the Invest and Trade WA website.