







Thank you for joining 4000+ entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and community leaders from 200+ countries for GEC 2023: Transform Your World.
ABOUT #GEC2023
The world’s entrepreneurial landscape is shifting, yet again.
Together, we’re kick-starting a new era of vision-casting, collaboration and collective action to solve global challenges, create long-lasting growth and make people’s daily lives better… Read more
Transform Your World.







THE PROGRAM
#GEC2023 Speakers
GEC2023 is a gathering of startup champions from around the world, working together to build one global ecosystem of innovation and economic growth.
Be there if you want to:
- Develop expertise
- Find and leverage opportunities
- Connect with like-minded, inspiring peers
- Discover new ideas
- Gain visibility
- Build new relationships
- Join your tribe
DESTINATION
Plan your trip
Receive the most out of your trip to Australia by exploring the best things to do. From adventure, to relaxation, family and cultural experience, we’ve included links to the best itineraries to get you started.
The Venue
This years GEC23 event will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Explore Melbourne
The capital city of Victoria, home to more than 2,600 newly founded companies and a startup sector that rivals its tourism sector in size.
Explore Australia
Come and say G'day and explore the places to go across our 8 states and territories.
Why Melbourne?
Melbourne Australia is the beating heart of APAC’s thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Book Accommodation
Preferential rates have been negotiated specifically for GEC2023 at a number of hotels in conveniently located near the MCEC.
Visa & Travel Info
All travellers must have a valid visa before arriving in Australia. View information in relation to applying for a visa to attend.

Global Keynotes

Networking Events

Knowledge Exchange

Masterclasses

Investor Sessions

Policy Roundtable

Social Program
SPONSORS
Sponsorship Opportunities
The 2023 Global Entrepreneurship Congress is the premier event for the Global Entrepreneurship Network. Bringing together more than 4,000 members of the industry including entrepreneurs, government / policymakers, investors, ecosystem leaders, researchers / academics, media outlets and reports, and corporate leaders who have an interest in building stronger local ecosystems and expanding their global reach.

- Tech Innovator

- Digital

- Resources & Mines

- Australian Eco System Supporter

- GEN Global Partner
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Media Releases
“You can’t be an entrepreneur on your own. This congress has really cemented for me the power of the network.”
“It’s a time to do nothing else other than focus on entrepreneurship.”
“This is the best platform that we have as an entrepreneurial community.”