Seed plays a pivotal role as the connecting thread between regional businesses and the vibrant Australian Innovation Ecosystem. Our core mission is about dismantling geographical barriers, empowering entrepreneurs, and businesses from all corners of the nation to actively engage with the dynamic realm of innovation and start-ups.
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, we staunchly believe that innovation knows no bounds. Seed is about forging these essential connections, bridging the geographical gap and granting regional enterprises access to the myriad opportunities within Australia’s innovation sphere.
Our commitment is about more than providing workspaces; we serve as a gateway to crucial innovation resources. With us, you gain direct access to invaluable training, cutting-edge knowledge, and a diverse network of forward-thinking visionaries who are shaping the future. Whether you’re a visionary entrepreneur or a regional business poised for expansion, Seed is about acting as your conduit to the innovation ecosystem.
Seed invites you to learn about embarking on a transformative journey to connect, evolve, and flourish within Australia’s Innovation Ecosystem. Together, it’s about redefining possibilities for regional businesses and entrepreneurs nationwide.
“These five key stakeholders are critical to the success of innovation ecosystem creation, and to the subsequent growth and acceleration of innovation-driven entrepreneurship in the ecosystem.”
Dr Phil Budden MIT Sloan School of Management MIT’s Stakeholder Framework for Building & Accelerating Innovation Ecosystems.
Regional innovation plays a pivotal role in driving economic growth, fostering creativity, and addressing local challenges. However, in regional WA, the full potential of such innovation remains largely untapped. The absence of a robust innovation ecosystem in this region hinders the development of new ideas, collaboration between industries, and the creation of high-value jobs.
Without a cohesive platform for knowledge exchange and resource-sharing, innovative ventures struggle to gain traction, limiting the region’s capacity to diversify its economy, attract investment, and empower local communities. Recognising and addressing this gap is crucial for regional WA to harness innovation’s transformative power and position itself as a thriving hub of creativity and progress.
A regional innovation ecosystem fosters collaboration among diverse stakeholders, including businesses, academic institutions, and government bodies. This synergy creates a dynamic environment where knowledge, ideas, and resources flow freely, leading to the cross-pollination of expertise and innovative solutions.
By bringing together startups, established companies, and investors, a regional innovation ecosystem accelerates business growth. Startups gain access to mentorship, funding opportunities, and valuable networks, while established businesses can tap into new technologies and markets, leading to increased market share and profitability.
A vibrant innovation ecosystem attracts and retains top talent. The availability of exciting projects, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a supportive community make the region an appealing destination for skilled individuals. This influx of talent further fuels innovation and economic growth.
A robust regional innovation ecosystem diversifies the local economy by promoting innovation across multiple sectors. This diversity reduces dependency on a single industry, making the region more resilient to economic downturns. Additionally, new business creation and job opportunities contribute to increased economic stability and prosperity.
Eliza Carbines is the founding director of Pilbara-born national company Tender Relief, the Chair of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (Aust, NZ & SE Asia), a non-executive director for the State Governments’ Small Business Development Corporation, and an advisory member on the committee of both the Regional Industry Innovation Group and MIT’s Regional Entrepreneur Accelerator Program. She is a co-founder of SEED, Karratha’s first innovation hub connecting the City to the fabric of WA’s ecosystem.
Co Founder
Brigette McDowell is the founder of renewable energy consulting firm, Powerhouse, founder of Powerhouse Marketing Co., and co-founder of Cheeditha Energy. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Corporate Law), Master of Project Management and is currently studying Graduate Diploma in Energy and Carbon Studies at Murdoch University. She brings this wealth of knowledge and experience, combined with a passion for the Karratha community to the SEED Innovation Hub in her role as co-founder.
Co-Founder
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