Morning Startup

Morning Startup is recognised as Perth’s leading and largest startup community, dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across Western Australia. Established in 2010, the organisation began as a modest gathering of six individuals in a Subiaco coffee shop, driven by a shared vision to cultivate a supportive environment for local founders. Over the years, it has burgeoned into a robust network, serving thousands of entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors within the region.

The core offering of Morning Startup revolves around its regular events, which include fortnightly morning meetups and monthly 'Founder Sundowner' evening gatherings. These sessions are meticulously designed to facilitate connection and knowledge exchange among participants. Attendees can engage in inspiring talks from experienced founders, participate in pitch practice sessions to refine their ideas, and benefit from extensive networking opportunities, often accompanied by complimentary breakfast or drinks. Its commitment to being run by founders, for founders, with all meetups being 100% free, sets a distinctive tone of accessibility and peer-to-peer support within the ecosystem.

Morning Startup's mission is to strengthen Western Australia's startup landscape by creating meaningful connections and sharing invaluable knowledge. The community has grown significantly, boasting over 7,000 active members, and has successfully hosted more than 200 events featuring over 500 speaker talks. This extensive engagement highlights its crucial role in nurturing emerging businesses and talent. The organisation has been acknowledged in various reports as one of Australia's most influential startup groups, reflecting its impact on the national entrepreneurial scene.

The leadership team, comprising Community Leads Scott Glew, Erin Clark, Nina Karisik, and Dave Newmann, is instrumental in steering Morning Startup’s initiatives and maintaining its community-centric ethos. Through their efforts, Morning Startup continues to be a vital hub for entrepreneurs at various stages of their journey, from nascent ideas to scaling ventures and seeking capital, helping to shape the future of technology, fintech, proptech, edtech, and other innovative sectors in Western Australia.