Join us for an exciting new guest speaker series. StartUp Tas and CSIRO presents the first event of a series called 'Success Stories: Learning from the Best.'
This free event is designed to help entrepreneurs gain invaluable insights from successful business owners. Each session features a different industry leader who will share their journey, strategies, and secrets to success. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, this series offers inspiration, practical advice, and networking opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to learn from the best and elevate your entrepreneurial journey!

Speaker Series Event 1
Guest Speaker: Ben Crowley, Bulk Nutrients Founder
Co-host: Discover exciting R&D opportunities for your SME with CSIRO’s SME Connect program!

Date: Tuesday 20th August, 2024, 5.30pm
Location: University of Tasmania, KPMG/Mystate Building. Ground Floor - Room G02, 137 Harrington St.
Free Event, Limited Spots. Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/guest-speaker-series-ben-crowley-tickets-974202845937?aff=oddtdtcreator

About our Guest Speaker:
Ben Crowley is an accomplished entrepreneur and the founder of Bulk Nutrients, Australia's largest direct to consumer online supplement brand.
a leading sports supplement brand in Australia. Starting his business journey with just $10,000 in 2004. Despite early setbacks, Ben persevered and transformed his venture into a multimillion-dollar enterprise with annual sales reaching $60 million and over 100 staff.
Bulk Nutrients stands out for its commitment to quality, affordability, transparency and exceptional customer service, producing high-quality supplements in Tasmania rather than outsourcing. Ben's dedication extends to his employees, fostering a healthy work-life balance and supporting their personal and professional growth. His passion for innovation keeps him actively involved in research and development, continually improving his product offerings.

About our Co-host:
The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia's national science agency is here to help your business grow. Through its SME Connect team, Australian start-ups and SMEs can explore what’s possible with research and development, taking ideas from concept to execution. They can connect you with the right research expertise, funding support, world-class facilities, training, and links to other CSIRO opportunities and networks within the Australian research sector.

SME Connect offers four programs, including two with matched-funding grants for projects and placements,suitable for SMEs of all sizes.

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