From Local to Global: Positioning Australian Startups for Success brings together extraordinary industry expertise to help Australian startups sharpen their global ambitions. Taking place on Wednesday 25 February 2026, this BioForum offers rare access to leaders who have shaped innovation both locally and internationally.
Headlining the program is Prof Ian Meredith AM, one of Australia’s most influential medtech and commercialisation figures. With decades of global executive experience, including serving as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Medical Officer at Boston Scientific, Prof Ian Meredith AM will share what truly distinguishes world-class innovators. His perspective on global competitiveness, clinical impact and strategic leadership makes this a must-attend session for founders and emerging companies.
The program will also feature expert voices from the entrepreneurial community, bringing real-world insights into scaling companies beyond Australia’s borders. Wrays Intellectual Property will deliver essential guidance on IP protection and strategy - critical knowledge for any startup seeking to expand internationally.
Register now to ensure access to expertise that can help accelerate your startup’s global trajectory.
The event is delivered by BioMelbourne Network, supported by the Victorian Government, and run in partnership with Wrays Intellectual Property.