

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: FWD>>> FEST & LEAP FWD 2026 Launch Event
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 07:30 am – Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: FWD&gt;&gt;&gt; FEST &amp; LEAP FWD Accelerator Cohort 2026 Launch!

Be in the room as we launch the 2026 FWD&gt;&gt;&gt; FEST Event and meet the future of innovation on the Sunshine Coast.


Join us as we officially welcome 10 local startup founders into the 2026 LEAP FWD Accelerator Program Cohort. Meet a group of ambitious businesses ready to scale, innovate and create meaningful impact across our region.

Now in its second year, the LEAP FWD Accelerator continues to grow, providing founders with access to mentorship, networks, tailored support and industry connections designed to help high-potential businesses ride their next success wave!

This evening brings together founders, industry leaders, government representatives, and the innovation ecosystem to celebrate the new cohort, hear insights from past participants, and explore the role innovation plays in navigating an increasingly complex global landscape.

Featuring a Panel Discussion: Innovating in Chaos
Moderated by Kathryn Giudes, Founder and Managing Director of ORCA Opti and Chair of Silicon Coast, exMicrosoft, exAmazon. 

Hear from industry leaders on navigating global shifts impacting innovation, supply chains and technology.

Enjoy a relaxed evening of conversation, insights and connection overlooking the beautiful Mooloolaba waterfront.

📍 The Wharf, Mooloolaba
📅 Thursday 26 March 2026
🕠 5:30PM - 7:30PM

Arrive from 5:00PM to grab a drink, enjoy some canapes and connect with fellow guests before formalities begin.

Hosted by Laura Ashmole, Head of Growth at River City Labs. 

More details to come...
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mooloolaba/fwd-fest-and-leap-fwd-2026-launch-event/200029858664451
- **Event Categories**: Festivals, Business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://events.humanitix.com/lead-fwd-2026?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=mooloolaba-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Mooloolaba
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: The Wharf Mooloolaba
- **lat**: -26.68391
- **long**: 153.12162
- **full address**: The Wharf Mooloolaba, The Wharf, 123 Parkyn Pde, Mooloolaba QLD 4557, Australia, Mooloolaba

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Silicon Coast (https://allevents.in/org/silicon-coast/19772223)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 07:30 am (+10:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** The Wharf Mooloolaba, The Wharf, 123 Parkyn Pde, Mooloolaba QLD 4557, Australia, Mooloolaba
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Silicon Coast
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Festivals, Business
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about FWD>>> FEST & LEAP FWD 2026 Launch Event ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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