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Carey Academy Startup Sprint – Application Form

Startup Sprint: From Idea to Impact is a fast-paced, two-day intensive designed to help participants turn bold ideas into practical, purpose-driven ventures. Through hands-on workshops, expert guidance and collaboration, participants will build, test and pitch their startup concepts with real-world impact in mind.

The program is open to teams of up to three people, with at least one member required to be part of the Carey community: alumni, parent, past parent, staff or friend.

Why Apply?
  • Turn your idea into action in just two days
  • Gain expert guidance and practical startup tools
  • Build connections with like-minded alumni and community innovators
  • Walk away with a clearer roadmap and the confidence to pitch your venture
  • This program is free!
We are now taking Expression of Interest applications for 2026. Use the form below to apply and tell us about your idea and what you hope to gain from the experience.
1.Contact details(Required.)
2.Connection to Carey(Required.)
3.What’s your business idea?
Please share a short elevator pitch (max 150 words) that outlines your idea and the problem it solves.(Required.)
4.Why do you want to be part of the Startup Intensive?
Tell us what you hope to learn or gain from this program (max 150 words).(Required.)
5.What stage are you at with this idea?(Required.)
6.Have you participated in any entrepreneurship programs or received business mentoring before?(Required.)
7.Do you have a co-founder or team? If yes, please provide names and their involvement if they are planning on attending.(Required.)
8.Is there anything else you’d like us to know about you or your business idea?
9.Please confirm any dietary requirements
10.Would you like to upload any supporting documentation?
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Please contact Kaushini Fernando (Alumni & Community Manager) if you have any questions: kaushini.fernando@carey.com.au.