Defence Trailblazer
Innovation & Commercialisation for Defence
Gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to take your defence innovation to market
Defence Trailblazer has developed a Defence Innovation & Commercialisation Program to assist with the identification of research and technology that can contribute to Australia’s sovereign defence capability.
The program will see defence industry leaders, university academics and commercialisation experts work together with participants to optimise pathways for commercialisation and market access.
Addressing the specific needs of people looking to successfully engage with defence market opportunities, the program will be delivered in several stages starting with an information session to explore possible approaches to commercialisation.
Discover more innovation and entrepreneurial courses at ThincLab in Adelaide and UNSW Founders in Sydney.
Join the Defence Trailblazer Commercialisation Bootcamps!
Are you a researcher or innovator with minimal commercialisation experience? The Defence Trailblazer Commercialisation Bootcamps are designed just for you! Gain valuable entrepreneurship insights and connect with experienced professionals and defence industry experts.
About the Bootcamps
- Format: 2-day intensive workshops
- Delivery: Across Australia, both in-person (Adelaide & Canberra) and online
Dates (Application Deadlines Extended!)
- Adelaide: 3 – 4 March 2025
(Applications close 24 February 2025.) - Canberra: 19 – 20 March 2025
(Applications close 12 March 2025.) - Online: 8 – 9 April 2025
(Applications close 4 April 2025.)
What to Expect
- Engage with the Defence Market: Learn how to navigate and engage with the defence sector.
- Interactive Activities: Participate in hands-on activities to enhance your learning experience.
- Value Proposition Pitch Session: Develop and pitch your value proposition for the Australian Defence Force with feedback from expert panels.
- Expert Feedback: Receive constructive feedback to refine your business models and commercialisation strategies.
Purpose
These workshops aim to support innovators in understanding the defence market, developing value propositions for the Australian Defence Force, refining business models, and planning early-stage commercialisation approaches.
Applications for 2025 are NOW OPEN. Apply now!
Applications for Adelaide session close 24 February 2025.
Applications for Canberra session close 12 March 2025.
Applications for online session close 4 April 2025.
Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your journey in the defence industry!