Women Founders
Connected Futures Hub
Six months for regional WA women founders to master their story, sharpen their strategy and get investor ready.
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About the program
You started with a great idea. You’ve done the hard work to build it into something real. Now you’re in ready-to-grow mode and you know investment is the next logical step — but the world of investors, pitch decks and term sheets can feel like a completely different language.
The Connected Futures Hub gives you six months to learn that language, while deepening your understanding of your own business, sharpening your strategy and building the confidence to walk into any investor conversation ready.
Connected Futures Hub does things differently: regional-first by design, a small and selective cohort of just 10, direct access to active investors, strategy and investor-readiness together (leave with a better business, not just a better pitch deck), and completely free — no course fees, no equity, no hidden costs. Backed by 10 years of experience, 1,000+ founders supported and 45+ programmes delivered.
Who it's for
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Building a scalable, future-focused business
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Ready to grow, connect with like-minded founders and get in front of the right investors
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Ready to sharpen your pitch, strengthen your commercial model and get clear on your numbers
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Preparing to raise capital for the first time — or for the next round
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One of 10 ambitious women founders based in regional Western Australia
What you get
The program at a glance
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Understanding what investors want — and how to make sure your business delivers it
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Crafting your pitch — a compelling, confident story that gets attention and holds the room
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Strengthening your business model so the numbers stack up and the strategy is watertight
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Navigating funding pathways — knowing your options and choosing the right route
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Building your confidence as a founder
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Telling your story to investors authentically and powerfully
Your place in the program includes
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$5,000 investment-readiness bursary to cover your costs
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One-on-one mentoring from experienced founders, investors and advisors
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Free office space and podcast/AV hire at The SET (South West)
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Support from an experienced WA Business Entrepreneur-in-Residence
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Showcase your refined pitch to active investors
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Full support for Perth Innovation Tour week, incl. West Tech Fest
At a glance
I’m completely blown away by the program, which has exceeded my expectations in every way. Beyond valuable business support, it’s introduced me to incredible women also doing the program, provided incredible guidance from the team and speakers, and resources like free office space. I’m only two months in, but I can already see the impact it’s had on my business and personal growth.
Queens of Coins — LEEF Women’s Program alumnus
Supported by the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification through the Innovation Pathways Program, funded by the New Industries and Innovation Fund.
For queries contact info@innovationcluster.com.au or call (08) 9786 5233.
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