Event Info
EVENT SCHEDULE
ETA FORUM DAY
Establishment Sydney, 252 George St, Sydney
THURSDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER, 2024
- 8:00am Registration Opens
- 8:00am - 8:45am Networking Breakfast & SBO Barista Coffee Cart opens
- 8:45am Welcome and Opening
- 9:00am Keynote Speaker Bernard Salt, presented by Nexia Australia
- 10:00am to 5:00pm Speaker Presentations
- 5:00pm to 8:00pm ArrowPoint Capital Networking Drinks
EDUCATION DAY
Sydney School of Entrepreneurship, Building J/651/731 Harris St, Ultimo
FRIDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER, 2024
- 8:00am Registration Opens
- 8:00am to 8:45am Networking Breakfast & SBO Barista Coffee Cart opens
- 8:45am Forum Opening & Welcome
- 9:00am EtA Central Launch Event
- 9:30am to 4:30pm Speaker Presentations
GETTING TO THE VENUE
Venue 1: Establishment Sydney
From the Airport
Uber - Allow 35 to 40 minutes by Uber or taxi from the Airport to the Establishment (depending on peak hour traffic)
Public Transport - T8 line towards City Circle Via Museum. Depart at Wynyard Station and walk 4 minutes
From Circular Quay Ferry Terminal
6 minute walk from Circular Quay
Parking
There is no parking at the venue. Parking available at Wilson Parking 259 George Street.
Venue 2: Sydney School of Entrepreneurship (SSE)
Please Note: The SSE is located in the TAFE Campus in Building J.
From the Airport
Uber - Allow 35 to 40 minutes by Uber or taxi from the Airport to the SSE (depending on peak hour traffic)
Public Transport - T8 line towards City Circle Via Museum. Depart at Central Station and walk 10-15 minutes
From Sydney CBD
Uber - Allow 10 to 15 minutes by Uber or taxi from the city to the SSE (depending on peak hour traffic)
Public Transport - Catch a train from any of the city circle stations to Central Station and walk 10 to 15 minutes – you can walk through UTS or the Goods Line.
Parking
There is no parking on campus, although drop off is allowed at the building. You can look for street parking on Mary Ann Street or the surrounding side streets. Paid parking is available at the Thomas Street Car Park (part of UTS) or at the Novotel Sydney.
WHERE TO STAY
ACCOMMODATION
Hotels near George Street, Sydney:
1. Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney, 11 Jamison St, Sydney NSW 2000 (about a 2 min walk to the venue)
2. Establishment Hotel, 5 Bridge Ln, Sydney NSW 2000 (located right behind the venue)
3. The Mantra, 2 Bond Street, Sydney (about a 1 min walk to the venue)
4. Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, 27 O'Connell St, Sydney NSW 2000 (5 min walk to the venue)
5. Sydney Harbour Marriott, 30 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000 (4 min walk to the venue)
Hotels near Ultimo
Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park, 88 Broadway Hotel Entrance Via, 4 Central Park Ave, Chippendale (4 min walk to the venue)
Mecure Sydney, 818-820 George St, Sydney NSW 2000 (7 min walk to the venue)
Veriu Broadway Sydney, 35 Mountain St, Ultimo NSW 2007 (8 min walk to the venue)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Weather
We like to call it Sydney Olympics Weather! The average temperature in Sydney in September is between 20 and 24 degrees during the day.
The rooms at the venue can get cold, so bring a jumper or jacket.
Attire
Smart casual
Accessibility needs or considerations
The breaks at the Establishment will be held upstairs accessed via the elevator or stairs.
If you have any specific accessibility needs or considerations please inform us of any requirements to ensure your involvement is as smooth as possible.
Dietary Requirements
We will do our best to accommodate any dietary requirements. If you haven’t included dietary restrictions in your registration, please contact [email protected]
**Please be aware that all food is prepared in a commercial kitchen. While we take precautions to minimize cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee the complete absence of food allergens. If you have any concerns, you are welcome to bring your own food.
FAQs
Q: How many people are expected to attend the EtA Forum?
Between 150 and 170 each day.
Q: What time does the event start?
Registration opens at 8am both days. We aim to kick off and have everyone seated by 8.45am. Day 1 presentations conclude at 5:00pm with networking drinks and food to follow until 8pm. Day 2 presentations will conclude around 4:30pm
Q: Is there parking at the venues?
No. We recommend public transport or Uber. For SSE parking, your best bet is Mary Ann Street or the surrounding side streets. Paid parking is available at the Thomas Street Car Park (part of UTS) or at the Novotel Sydney.
Q: What is the dress code?
Smart Casual!
Q: Where can I find the agenda?
The agenda is uploaded on the EtA Forum website here
Q: Will there be a recording of the session?
We will have a videographer and photographer during the event and will share any images and video after the event in the EtA Central community.
Q: What if I don't want to appear in the video or have my photo taken?
Just email Helen Clark with an image of yourself so that the videographer and photographer can identify you and not include you in any media.
Q: How do i join EtA Central?
If you have purchased a ticket to the EtA Forum, then your ticket includes instant access. Check your email or junk mail for the link to join.
Q: What if I need to cancel?
Sure, no problem. Cancellation requests can be made up until Friday 13th September to receive refund. Just send us an email to [email protected] with your details.
Q: The event is sold out - how can I get a ticket?
Send us an email with your details and we will add you to the waitlist.
Q: Will you be live streaming the event?
No, unfortunately there is no live stream.
Q: Will the presentations be made available after the event?
Yep! We will have video recordings and the presentations available in EtA Central.
Q: How can I get a list of attendees to connect with before and after the event?
We encourage everyone attending the event to join EtA Central. From there, you can connect with other attendees, arrange meet ups, send a message or use the event chat to talk to a broader group.
Contact Information
For any questions please feel free to send us an email or give us a call:
Helen Clark, Event Manager: [email protected]
0405 724 004
Pete Seligman, Forum Host: [email protected]
