River Rival brings together an impressive array of speakers and innovators to take the stage at Brisbane’s highly anticipated event, One Thing Tech.

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Two days of excitement await as Queensland’s tech and innovation community comes together on August 29-30 to “immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of experiences, collaborative learning, and connections”.

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At the grand finale of the tech showcase, nine innovative startups will take center stage at Riverside’s iconic Rivershed venue within Howard Smith Wharves, pitching their ideas to a packed audience.

As the beer flows to cap off the pageant’s festive atmosphere, audience members will have the opportunity to engage with 5-minute presentations showcasing the innovative ventures and products brought forth by our talented contestants. The contestants will vie for top honors in three prestigious categories: Greatest in Product, People’s Choice, and Best of the Best.

A formidable panel of judges is always at the ready to scrutinize the founders’ presentations with tough questions.

Let’s meet the pioneers behind these innovative ventures as they take the stage.

Antiquely’s

Innovatively, Antiquely is Australia’s pioneering online marketplace where discerning buyers and sellers of rare and unique vintage home goods come together in a seamless transactional experience.

Emphasizes a robust economic systems approach with antiquated undertones. This philosophy guarantees that pre-loved objects are not only preserved but also treasured across generations.

Since its inception in September 2022, Antiquely has made a significant impact by rescuing over 1,400 objects from landfills and forming strategic partnerships with prominent Australian interior designers, thereby driving substantial financial growth.

Little Phil’s

Little Philanthropist, a rapidly growing fundraising ecosystem, comprises more than 8,000 companies, professionals, and registered Australian charities.

To achieve a doubling of philanthropic giving in Australia by 2030, Little Phil’s pioneering approach to fundraising has successfully facilitated more than AU$185,000 in donations for participating charitable organisations on its platform since its inception.

The Laundry Girl’s

With its innovative platform, The Laundry Girl streamlines laundry operations for Australians and Kiwis alike, providing a seamless, door-to-door experience that saves busy professionals valuable time at the touch of a button.

We specialize in breaking the cycle of endless laundry tasks for households and businesses alike, partnering with customers across residential, enterprise, NDIS, and Aged Care sectors through a global network of 300 remote contractors working from the comfort of their own homes.

Their business model is driven by TimeBoss, a pioneering connection platform that seamlessly oversees every aspect of the laundry service, empowering the growing team of Laundry Girls and Lads.

Restoration Metrics’s

Restoration Metrics is a Software as a Service (SaaS) health technology company focused on optimizing results in the field of psychological healthcare.

Combining cutting-edge knowledge with seasoned medical expertise, Restoration Metrics empowers practitioners with actionable, real-time insights into patient progress, enabling data-driven decision-making and superior outcomes that were previously unattainable.

Heatseeker’s

Heatseeker is a software program designed for product leaders to experiment and conduct market analysis, enabling them to answer their most pressing development questions.

Customers can choose from a curated selection of predefined experiments, as well as test novel options, value propositions, business models, and competitive advantages.

The success of the experiments lies in the marketplace, providing tangible evidence of consumer appetite for ‘in-game’ purchases.

Neo Ex’s

NeoEx is a leading authority in the field of wearables. 

Our B2B SaaS platform provides a unified interface for client wearables, featuring tools for gamification, engagement, and analytics.

Dylan Hartmann, a seasoned entrepreneur and former athlete, has founded a B2B SaaS platform that harnesses the power of wearables to empower individuals to achieve more.

AcudocX’s

AcudocX is a trailblazing tech-enabled company leading the way in licensed translation services for a wide range of industries, including immigration, visa applications, regulatory compliance, professional training, and healthcare.

Founded in 2019, AcudocX connects official service providers with immigrant populations, fostering a more comprehensive and environmentally sustainable approach to healthcare delivery for diverse global communities?

AcudocX enables licensed freelance translators to deliver efficient and timely services by providing them with the necessary tools and support.

STAT’s

STAT is a pioneering platform fostering connections between practitioners and the industry to support global healthcare advancements.

STAT’s platform empowers practitioners to generate novel revenue streams and secure financing for their patients’ treatments by leveraging the valuable hours they spend educating themselves on medical best practices and collaborating with healthcare institutions.

By streamlining access and amplifying insights for industry partners in pharma, medtech, government, and healthtech startups, the platform optimizes advertising and marketing investments while fostering a healthier ecosystem through collaborative returns.

Ultimately, this innovative patient financing solution, called STAT CoPay, enables everyone to access top-tier healthcare with a more accessible co-pay program.

Brancher’s

Brancher is a business-to-business (B2B) science-driven mentoring platform designed to empower organizations in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent among their employee ranks.

While enterprise leaders recognize the value of mentoring in engaging employees, implementing an effective mentoring program remains a significant challenge.

Brancher’s innovative digital mentoring platform streamlines organizational mentorship programs, facilitating effective interactions and measurable outcomes. Leading corporations and government agencies are achieving a remarkable 90%+ level of customer satisfaction, coupled with an impressive 80% reduction in administrative costs and significant price savings exceeding $300,000.

As the world’s leading mentorship platform, Brancher uniquely matches individuals based on character and values – the most reliable indicators of long-term compatibility.

Join us for River Rival on Saturday, August 30, at the picturesque Rivershed, located within the vibrant Howard Smith Wharves precinct. The event will commence at 5:30pm, offering an unforgettable experience along the Brisbane River. Within this year’s One thing Tech package, it is included for a full 12-month duration.

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