Western Sydney University’s Launch Pad Technology Business Incubator has been awarded a $250,000 grant to drive the development of technology-based start-up companies in Western Sydney through a new accelerator program initiative.
The ‘SydWest Global Connections Tech Start-up’ accelerator program, is one of five projects recognised through the Australian Government Entrepreneurs’ Programme. It will support talented entrepreneurs, including through a focus on multi-cultural founders in the region, by connecting them with training, mentoring, and business development opportunities.
Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Don Wright, said the program taps into Launch Pad’s extensive skill base as an innovative hub for start-ups and high growth technology-based businesses.
“Western Sydney is home to a diverse, creative business community. This program will allow us to…