Innovate or Die: How Market Leaders Like REA Group Think About Innovation
Join us for an insightful evening with Steve Maidment, CTO of REA Group, who will pull back the curtain on how technology leaders evaluate and champion partnerships within large organisations. Learn firsthand what catches a CTO's attention, how technical solutions get validated, and what it takes to move from initial conversation to successful implementation in one of Australia's leading digital companies.
This fireside chat will be moderated by our very own Peter Osborne, CEO of Cremorne Digital Hub, who will dive into some key discussion points with actionable advice for any Founder or Operator looking to partner with a large organisation, including:
The technical evaluation framework REA uses to assess potential partners and solutions
Common pitfalls that cause technically sound solutions to fail at getting internal buy-in
How to align your solution with a corporate's technical roadmap and architecture
Managing security, compliance, and scale requirements in enterprise partnerships
Real examples of successful (and unsuccessful) technical partnership approaches
Strategies for navigating technical due diligence and proof-of-concept stages
About Steve
Steve is an accomplished leader with over 25 years’ local and international experience in product, technology and digital. He is experienced in leading and sponsoring Digital Transformation strategies as an experienced Software Engineer. Steve has additionally held leadership roles in Marketing and Product Development thereby bringing a unique commercial insight and perspective to Technology.
What is Cremorne Connect?
Cremorne Connect is a series of events designed for the wider tech ecosystem. It brings the community together to share insights, explore emerging challenges, and discuss practical strategies for the future.
Who Attends Cremorne Connect?
Cremorne Connect is for Tech Entrepreneurs, Startup Founders, Investors, and anyone keen to stay informed on the latest industry trends. Our goal is to foster a community of innovators driving impactful change in tech and business.
What Happens at Cremorne Connect?
This evening gathering includes:
Insightful panel discussions/fireside chats with industry experts.
Practical takeaways based on current trends and case studies.
Interactive Q&A sessions with the audience.
Networking opportunities with peers in the tech and VC community.
Drinks and Nibbles provided.