Entrepreneurship

Emily’s journey is the antithesis of linear – migrating from Malaysia to study and graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering to then competing on the 2014 season of Masterchef Australia. This candid Q&A reveals what after the cameras stopped filming.

Read more of Emily Yeoh | No Time Like Now

Filed under: Entrepreneurship

As Co-Founder and CEO of Fable Food Co, Michael Fox is transforming the food industry with plant-based meat alternatives from mushrooms. He shares the inspiration behind Fable, the challenges of sustainable food, and his vision for the future.

Read more of Michael Fox | Pioneering plant-based innovation

Filed under: Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Innovation

How do women entrepreneurs thrive in uncertain times? Dr Charmaine Glavas' research highlights the crucial role of self efficacy, optimism, hope, and resilience in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities. 

Read more of Dr Charmaine Glavas | Thriving in uncertainty

Filed under: Entrepreneurship

During the 2020 lockdowns, like many of us, Alexander Bayliss found himself at home, exploring his hobbies. For Alex, this meant immersing himself in online gaming. Then, he had a lightbulb moment: why not create his own board game?

Read more of Alexander Bayliss | Rolling the dice

Filed under: Entrepreneurship

Julie & Maurice highlight the importance of sustainability and the joy of teaching handmade skills in an increasingly digital world.

Read more of Julie & Maurice Hillier | The Heart and Hands Behind Ministry of Handmade

Filed under: Leadership, Innovation, Entrepreneurship

Andy reflects on the brand's inspiration, his creative background, and how living in Bangkok supports the company's growth in Southeast Asia.

Read more of Andy Miller | Redefining Drinking Culture with Heaps Normal

Filed under: Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Arts and Culture

12 years ago Lauren Roe launched I Love Linen - a brand offering bedding, living and fashion lines. We chat about her business and lessons learned.

Read more of Lauren Roe | The Great Indoors

Filed under: Entrepreneurship, Marketing

Alyssa Koenen is a former athlete and the Founder of Lyss Koenen Performance Nutrition. The QUT Alumni Team sat down with Alyssa to chat about her career, Nutritionists versus Dieticians and what it’s like to pursue wellness in the digital age.

Read more of Alyssa Koenen | The Pursuit of Wellness

Filed under: Sport, Entrepreneurship, Health and wellbeing

Since graduating with a Bachelor of Creative Industries, Amber Lowther has navigated a dynamic career journey—from magazines to radio. Today, she is the Founder of PLAY Media and the Host of the Fashion Avenue podcast.

Read more of Amber Lowther | In the Listener’s Shoes

Filed under: Entrepreneurship, Portfolio careers

From student to entrepreneur, Melizza Jaune Tanpoco launched Jaune Pearls while completing her degree. Learn about her remarkable journey and the creation of her fine jewellery brand in this Q&A.

Read more of Melizza Jaune Tanpoco | Pearls of wisdom

Filed under: Arts and Culture, Entrepreneurship

QUT alumnus, Sam Carson, delves into Acai Brothers - the successful superfood business he co-founded with long-time friend, and fellow alumnus, Ben Day.

Read more of Sam Carson | Wellbeing in Business

Filed under: Health and wellbeing, Entrepreneurship

Maxwell has climbed the corporate ladder and quit, made mistakes, built a seven-figure coaching business and now in his latest iteration become a wine and whiskey investor. Here he chats about his career, business coaching and the entrepreneurial mindset.

Read more of Maxwell Nee | No Straight Lines in Success

Filed under: Entrepreneurship