Startup Link UNSW

Startup Link UNSW is a student society based in Sydney, Australia, dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial talent and providing practical startup experience exclusively for students at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). The society plays a pivotal role within the broader UNSW entrepreneurial ecosystem by organising and facilitating events that expose students to the realities of the startup world.

One of its key initiatives is the annual 'Startup Pitch Night,' often co-organised with other student organisations like UNIT UNSW. This event challenges student teams, typically composed of three to four members, to act as prospective startup companies. They are presented with real-life business problems and tasked with developing viable and innovative solutions, which they then pitch to a panel of industry professionals. These professionals include representatives from venture capital firms and established startups, offering students invaluable exposure and networking opportunities.

Beyond providing a competitive platform, Startup Link UNSW aims to enhance students' problem-solving abilities and logical thinking skills within constrained timeframes, mirroring the fast-paced nature of the startup industry. The pitch night structure often incorporates mentoring sessions to guide participating teams through their idea development and presentation. While the society primarily focuses on student-led initiatives and peer networking, it operates in close association with UNSW's highly acclaimed UNSW Founders program, which is recognised as a leading incubator and accelerator in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. This connection enables Startup Link UNSW to leverage the university's robust entrepreneurial support system, further enriching the experience for its student members. By offering these opportunities, Startup Link UNSW contributes to cultivating the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs within the UNSW community.