Launchpad
One full day that puts the whole AUS ecosystem in the same place: founders on stage, student ventures on the plaza, and the mentors and alumni who actually pick up the phone afterwards.
What happens on the day
Startup Zone
Student and alumni ventures set up on the plaza, open to anyone walking past.
Talks and panels
Real-world entrepreneurship stories, women empowerment conversations, and comedy segments between sessions.
Workshops
CV-building and founder workshops running alongside the main programme.
Small business bazaar
Plus open networking across the whole afternoon.
IGNITE in pictures
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Launchpad
One full day that puts the whole AUS ecosystem in the same place: founders on stage, student ventures on the plaza, and the mentors and alumni who actually pick up the phone afterwards.
What happens on the day
Startup Zone
Student and alumni ventures set up on the plaza, open to anyone walking past.
Talks and panels
Real-world entrepreneurship stories, women empowerment conversations, and comedy segments between sessions.
Workshops
CV-building and founder workshops running alongside the main programme.
Small business bazaar
Plus open networking across the whole afternoon.
IGNITE in pictures