As industries evolve and markets change, Innovation-Driven Enterprises (IDEs) are essential for empowering the region’s economic vitality.
Recognising the pivotal role of IDEs and the ambitions of North Queensland female founders to transform their industries, Smart Precinct NQ, in partnership with Advance Queensland, has launched the Accelerating NQ Female Founders Program.
This nine-month initiative empowers female entrepreneurs with hands-on training, personalised mentoring, and access to a strong network of industry connections.
“North Queensland is home to creative and determined women with the potential to drive significant change in their industries, they have great potential to elevate the region’s competitiveness through these innovative solutions both nationally and globally,” says Cassandra Cazzulino, CEO of Smart Precinct NQ.
“This program is particularly focused on supporting female-founded businesses from regional and remote areas. By equipping women with the tools and support they need, the program aims to fast track a new wave of innovation,” says Cassandra.
One of those women is Townsville Business owner Deni Knuth. Her business, Restomaster Pty Ltd, is revolutionising heat management and sustainability with Roofguard Solar Reflect (RSR), an innovative self-priming, heat-reflective roof membrane developed by Deni and her husband, Jeff.
Now, with aspirations to expand her business and bring more innovative solutions from North Queensland to markets further afield, Deni put her hand up to leverage the program’s resources to help turn her vision into reality.
“I am beyond thrilled to begin this journey with Smart Precinct NQ,” Deni shares excitedly.
For female founders in North Queensland, programs like Smart Precinct NQ’s Accelerating NQ Female Founders Program offers a unique opportunity to transform their innovative ideas into successful businesses. Whether developing a new product, service, or business model, participants will gain the practical support needed to commercialise their ideas and scale their enterprises.
Are you a female founder with an innovative idea and the ambition to make a difference? Access invaluable resources and turn your vision into a thriving business with Smart Precinct NQ – www.spnq.org
