10 things Migrapreneurs Need to Do to Start Their Business in Australia

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Alongside an esteemed panel of migrant entrepreneurs, Usman will unravel the top 10 essentials crucial for emerging founders.

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Join us for an insightful fireside chat, led by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/usmaniftikhar/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/usmaniftikhar/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Usman Iftikhar</a>, Founder and CEO of award-winning incubator <a href="https://catalysr.com.au/" title="https://catalysr.com.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Catalysr</a>, which has supported over 800 migrapreneurs. Alongside the esteemed panel below, Usman will unravel the top 10 essentials crucial for emerging migrant founders aiming to launch their ventures in Australia. 🚀 Our expert panel:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/usmaniftikhar/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/usmaniftikhar/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Usman Iftikhar</a>, Co-founder and CEO of <a href="https://catalysr.com.au/" title="https://catalysr.com.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Catalysr</a> (moderator)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtanvirauddin/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtanvirauddin/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dr. Tanvir Uddin</a>, Founder of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/invest-wholesum/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/company/invest-wholesum/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Wholesum</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugenia-yuan/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugenia-yuan/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Eugenia Yuan</a>, Co-founder of <a href="https://www.inspiringchats.com/" title="https://www.inspiringchats.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Inspiring Chats</a><a href="https://www.anushkaphal.com/" title="https://www.anushkaphal.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Anushka Phal</a>, Psychologist and Founder of <a href="https://www.umeedpsychology.com.au/" title="https://www.umeedpsychology.com.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Umeed Psychology</a> 🎤 Engage with our esteemed panelists via Slido and submit your questions for the live Q&A and seize the opportunity to expand your network during our post-event networking session. Bookings are essential, please register to confirm your place. About <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/usmaniftikhar/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/usmaniftikhar/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Usman Iftikhar</a>Usman Iftikhar is a systems entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Catalysr, an award-winning startup incubator in Australia. Since 2016, Catalysr’s work has been recognised in the joint UNCTAD, UNHCR and IOM policy guide on entrepreneurship for migrants and refugees, which was co-launched by Usman Iftikhar at the UNCTAD World Investment Forum 2018 in Geneva, Switzerland. Usman is also currently a venture partner at Backbone Partners, which is an early stage VC fund for immigrant entrepreneurs in Australia. About <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtanvirauddin/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtanvirauddin/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dr. Tanvir Uddin</a>: Founder of Wholesum, trailblazing ethical investments, with a rich background spanning from McKinsey consultancy to impactful ventures in sustainable finance in Indonesia with the Clinton Foundation and Saudi Arabia's Islamic Development Bank. He was previously Co-Founder &amp; CFO of a venture-backed electric vehicle start-up called Vyro, and has published several peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters exploring Islamic fintech, Islamic finance and sustainability. About <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugenia-yuan/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugenia-yuan/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Eugenia Yuan</a>: Co-founder of Inspiring Chats, leveraging community, technology, and commerce to foster profound connections, blending her expertise in business and social work seamlessly. Eugenia has worked in sales, marketing, and community roles across business and social sectors since she graduated from Monash as an international student. About <a href="https://www.anushkaphal.com/" title="https://www.anushkaphal.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Anushka Phal</a>: Award-winning visionary psychologist behind Umeed Psychology, leading the charge in mental health advocacy for diverse communities, recognized for her unwavering commitment to social impact. As an Ambassador for the Australia &amp; New Zealand Mental Health Association, Anushka strives to make a global impact when it comes to mental health. About Catalysr<a href="https://catalysr.com.au/" title="https://catalysr.com.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Catalysr</a> is a place for people with fresh ideas who are ready to dream, to work hard and to challenge themselves to bring their big ideas to life. About StartSpaceGot an idea for a new business but not sure where to start? <a href="https://startspacehq.com/" title="https://startspacehq.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">StartSpace</a>, powered by State Library Victoria, is a free coworking space and community for new and early stage founders.

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