The 'Industry: Lunch and Latte' series aims to create a vibrant space for business leaders, industry professionals, and La Trobe academics to connect and explore collaborative opportunities, opening the door to new ventures and innovations across various sectors.
Held at the Digital Innovation Hub, located within La Trobe’s Research and Innovation Precinct, the series opener provided an inspiring backdrop for informal yet impactful networking session. The hub – powered by the co-location of three leading digital labs Cisco - La Trobe Centre for AI and IoT, Cisco Innovation Central Melbourne, and the Optus 5G Lab – set the scene for attendees to engage in meaningful conversations and explore cutting-edge facilities and capabilities.
There was an impressive turnout of industry partners and collaborators from diverse sectors, including representatives from law enforcement, defence, biotechnology, and the care economy.
Dr. Megan Fisher, Pro Vice-Chancellor of Industry Engagement, La Trobe University, opened the event and emphasised the significance of industry-academia collaborations in driving innovation and growth. Her insights set a powerful tone for the session, underscoring the transformative potential of strategic partnerships.
Following Dr. Fisher, Alison Angleton, Director of Strategic Partnerships and the Research and Innovation Precinct, La Trobe University, shared her vision for the Research and Innovation Precinct, home to global industry partners like Optus, Cisco, and BioNTech. Her presentation highlighted the collaborative ecosystem at La Trobe, designed to foster groundbreaking research and development.
True to its name, attendees indulged in lunch and refreshments, including barista-made coffee, after the formalities concluded.
Setting the scene to foster innovation and drive mutual growth, the 'Industry: Lunch & Latte' event series promises to become a cornerstone for University strategic networking and partnerships.
Looking Ahead
The next instalment of 'Industry: Lunch & Latte' will take place on 22 August 2024.
Stay tuned for more information closer to the event date.
In the interim, stay up-to-date with the latest news from La Trobe Industry Engagement via LinkedIn and the Industry website.
