CDH Clubhouse Community Day
Join us at Cremorne Digital Hub for a full-day Community workday experience designed for founders, ecosystem builders, and startup enthusiasts.
Hosted in partnership with some of the biggest names in the Victorian Startup Ecosystem, including:
⭐️ The Community Collective
⭐️ Antler
⭐️ Aussie Founders Club
⭐️ FKS
⭐️ Galileo Ventures
⭐️ Hype Man Media
⭐️ Australian Sports Technology Network (ASTN)
⭐️ Oz2US Ventures
⭐️ Frontcover
This is your chance to work alongside other high-growth builders, swap ideas, and take part in energising sessions to help you move forward.
☕ What’s On Throughout the Day
A relaxed open desk space to plug in, focus, and connect
Tea, coffee, and nibbles to keep you fuelled
Breakout sessions for founders to share stories, challenges and ideas
VC Deck Breakdowns & Office Hours
Meet others in the ecosystem and spark unexpected collaboration
Whether you’re in deep focus mode or looking for fresh inspiration, this is your day to work your way.
🗓 Agenda
9:00am – Arrival & Settle In
Start your day in the space, plug in, or chat with fellow founders over coffee.
9:30am – 9.45am Welcome Address
A warm welcome from CDH and event partners The Community Collective, Antler, FKS, Hype Man Media, Aussie Founders Club, Oz2US Ventures, Frontcover, Galileo Ventures & Australian Sports Technology Network (ASTN).
10:00am – Founder Breakout Circles
Bring a challenge, get feedback, or just listen in. These collaborative circles are designed to help you connect and problem-solve together.
11:00am – U.S. Expansion: 10 Things You Need to Know with Robert Gallup & Alan Tsen
A rapid-fire rundown of ten top must-knows for Aussie startups to become product-, market- and financially-ready to expand into the U.S.
Learn from Robert Gallup, a U.S./AU CxO, serial founder, and VC advisor with 25 years’ experience between Silicon Valley, and Melbourne, now leading Oz2US Ventures, a comprehensive U.S.-expansion accelerator and Valley landing pad residency.
12:00pm – 1:00pm VC Deck Breakdown with Hugh Stephens
We will be joined by Hugh Stephens, Co-founder of Galileo Ventures and Forbes 30 Under 30 founder as he breaks down real pitch decks live! Hear honest feedback that could transform your capital raising game. Break down real pitch decks and share first impressions and unfiltered feedback – your chance to see the VC decision-making process in real time!
How to submit your deck:
Apply by 5pm Friday 25 July
Shortlisted decks will be notified on Monday 28 July at 5pm.
Apply here.
1:00pm – 2:00pm - LUNCH
Time to go out and explore the many lunch options Cremorne has to offer. Some of our favourites include:
2:00pm - 2:45pm 'What is Sportstech? Australia’s Most Underrated Startup Niche' with Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN)
ASTN CEO Martin Schlegel explores why sportstech is Australia’s most underrated startup niche and how ASTN is driving innovation at the intersection of sport and technology.
2:00pm – 4:00pm VC Office Hours with Leila Oliveria
If you’re a Founder, you’re going to want advice from one of Australia’s Top Voices in Venture Capital, Leila Oliveira from Antler & 'In Leila’s Terms' Newsletter.
Leila will be hosting 4 sessions of 30 min each, with 4 Founders. Apply here
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Office Hours with Alan Tsen
Alan is a seasoned Investor and expert advisor in startups of all industries. A former Tax Lawyer, Alan expertise is in Startup Growth Strategy, Fintech, Regulation and Law.
Come and chat to Alan about anything you need advice on for your startup, register here.
5:00pm – Wrap Up
Head into the evening with fresh ideas, new connections, and hopefully a lighter to-do list.
Whether you’re working through a sprint or just looking for a change of scenery, this collaborative working day is about progress through community.
Spots are limited – RSVP now to secure your place.
After the event - Join Hype Man Media's Global Immersion Series: China with Dickie Currer. Attendees get 50% off with this link here.
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About Cremorne Digital Hub
Cremorne Digital Hub (CDH) helps companies develop digital capabilities and drive innovation. CDH connects and collaborates with partners from across the digital ecosystem to provide a range of solutions that address talent and skills gaps, build startups into scaleups, and help grow companies through access to cutting-edge technology solutions and investment.
About The Community Collective
The Community Collective is a global community for community builders. They started as a 17-person meetup in Melbourne, Australia that went viral. Today they have a 15.8k+ audience, with 700+ community across 18 countries. Explore their gold standard community building cohorts and coaching.
About Antler
Antler is an early-stage VC that enables and invests in exceptional people building the defining companies of tomorrow. It supports founders as long-term investors by providing a clear pathway to capital, a global footprint to scale, and access to the world's fastest-growing network of early-stage entrepreneurs.
About FKS
Fomo Killer Society (FKS) is a curated WhatsApp community to better connect Community Builders, Founders & Operators within the ANZ startup space. We connect around key cities & conferences to stay up to date & champion each other. Brought to you by Paz Pisarski from The Community Collective, Alan Crabbe from Frontcover and Liz van Zyl.
About Aussie Founders Club (AFC)
Aussie Founders Club is Australia’s founder-first startup community, connecting builders through Slack, newsletters, and real-world events that skip the pitch-night polish. They’re a high-trust space where founders, operators and supporters share real stories, build smarter, and feel genuinely supported.
About Hype Man Media
Hype Man Media champions those who need championing by creating and amplifying content, telling stories across traditional and new media and supporting your business to grow with our community, resources and education.
About Oz2US Ventures
Oz2US Ventures helps Australian high-growth tech founders expand to the U.S. through an Accelerator and Silicon Valley Landing Pad Residency. With expert mentors and a strong community, founders gain strategic guidance, tools, and networks to thrive in the U.S.
About Frontcover
Built for communities, Frontcover keeps members engaged with visual updates, important links, and announcements - all in one place. The platform allows community managers to send direct messages without the distractions of social media.
About Galileo Ventures
Galileo Ventures is a seed stage venture capital company based in Australia. We invest in exceptional emerging founders building new technology in global markets.
About Australian Sports Technology Network (ASTN)
The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) is a national collaborative network focused on developing Australia’s sports technologies industry. A not-for-profit member-based organisation, ASTN comprising leaders across the entire ‘sports eco-system’ in Australia.
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About Cremorne Digital Hub's Clubhouse Memberships
Want more days like this? CDH’s shared workspace is now open to new Founding Members. As a member, you’ll gain access to flexible working space in the heart of Melbourne’s innovation precinct, with perks including:
Free event space hire
Curated networking opportunities
Access to member-only events and resources
Explore the benefits and apply to become a CDH member here.