It’s time to Pitch and Grow new enterprises

INNOVATIVE concept Pitch2Grow is calling for expressions of interest from people in the Moree, Narrabri and Inverell districts.

The call-out is for entrepreneurs who have new business ideas, products or services, or a new enterprise they can promote in a pitch format.

Pitch2Grow, a University of New England Smart Region Incubator project supported by the NSW Government Boost Business Innovation Fund, gives start-ups and established enterprises the opportunity to “pitch” their business and concept ideas.

UNE SRI regional connector, Sheree Cayirylys, said participants will gain assistance in learning how to pitch and create a professional pitch deck.

“They will gain exposure for their business or business idea, and potentially win a judges or people’s choice prize,” Sheree said.

The Pitch2Grow event aims to help grow and support businesses and innovation in our region.”

The Pitch2Grow 2025 Expressions of Interest are via the QR Code below and due by March 1.

The event will be held at Social Co House on Balo Street from 6pm to 8pm on Friday, May 2, 2025.

“Registrations to be part of the audience will be released at a later date,” Sheree said.

“Pitch2Grow is an opportunity for visionaries, entrepreneurs, and dreamers from diverse backgrounds – it’s not only an event, it’s a journey.”

(from left) last year’s People’s Choice and Judges Award recipient Kerrianne Ryan (Gallop and Grow), Nathan Davis (NJ-Neer Concrete Casting), Amber Boyle (Creme Studio), Julia Minors and Jacson Warner (Jule Jarner), Michael Phipps (NDISmate), Kerrie Saunders (Born Bread Buttered), Tyler Macey (Social Co House), Jodi Ritchie (Judge), Holly Bartram (Judge), Sheree Cayirylys (UNE SRI regional connector), Geoff Dunlop (judge), and then-deputy mayor Susannah Pearse (judge).
(from left) last year’s People’s Choice and Judges Award recipient Kerrianne Ryan (Gallop and Grow), Nathan Davis (NJ-Neer Concrete Casting), Amber Boyle (Creme Studio), Julia Minors and Jacson Warner (Jule Jarner), Michael Phipps (NDISmate), Kerrie Saunders (Born Bread Buttered), Tyler Macey (Social Co House), Jodi Ritchie (Judge), Holly Bartram (Judge), Sheree Cayirylys (UNE SRI regional connector), Geoff Dunlop (judge), and then-deputy mayor Susannah Pearse (judge).

Participants will showcase their business, product or service to an audience that includes industry leaders, cutting-edge technologists, enthusiastic students, insightful researchers, and savvy investors, as well as to a judging panel to gain valuable feedback.

There will also be expert pitch-coaching prior, where participants will receive pitch-coaching, personalised mentoring and support to refine presentation skills.

“Participants are invited to take the stage and pitch business or ground-breaking ideas,” Sheree said. “They will receive invaluable feedback from mentors who have walked the path to success.”

The event aims to open windows to expand networks, connect with fellow innovators, potential investors and future customers.

“Pitch2Grow aims to build confidence, and gain the assurance needed to propel business ideas forward, and to raise awareness and create a buzz,” Sheree said.

2025 Moree Pitch2Grow

When: Friday, May 2, 2025

Where: Social Co House Moree on Balo Street

Time: From 6pm to 8pm

EOIs to participate due by Saturday, March 1

Register via this QR code:

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