On 20 August 2025, SEVENTEENx makes its powerful return to Brisbane, hosted by QUT Business School in partnership with Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand. This annual event brings together passionate leaders, innovators, and professionals to explore how business can be a vehicle for meaningful change, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This year’s format is streamlined and speaker-focused, featuring four dynamic 17-minute keynotes. Each speaker shares how they are leveraging their business to create real-world change, directly aligning their work with the Global Goals.
Attendees can expect:
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4 inspiring keynote speakers
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17-minute talks each
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Networking over catered food and drinks
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A community focused on sustainable, impactful business
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Purpose-driven storytelling to fuel your mission
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed for:
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Business founders and leaders
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Start-up and social enterprise communities
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ESG and CSR professionals
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Sustainability experts and consultants
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Purpose-led brands
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Students and educators in impact and innovation
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Anyone passionate about the Global Goals
Meet the Speakers: Driving Change from Brisbane
Heidi Hauf – Global Sustainability Advisor
Heidi is a sustainability powerhouse with more than 20 years of experience across government, defence, aviation, and NGOs. Formerly leading sustainable aviation for Boeing Asia Pacific, she is now a strategic advisor and board member helping shape the future of climate innovation and renewable energy. Recently named on The Australian Top 100 Green Power List, Heidi brings bold insights on transforming industries through sustainability.
Dominiqe Bird – Co-Founder, Civik
As the co-founder of Civik, Dom is reshaping the construction industry through social enterprise. Civik creates jobs for young people facing barriers to employment, building real impact in Queensland and beyond. With a background in global education and leadership at the Social Enterprise World Forum, Dom combines purpose and practicality in everything he builds.
(More speaker announcements coming soon.)
Why SEVENTEENx?
SEVENTEENx isn’t your typical business conference. It’s a movement of changemakers using their platforms to create systemic change. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, student or social innovator, this event will equip you with real stories, practical insights, and a purpose-driven network.
Event details:
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Venue: Room Three Sixty, QUT City Campus
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Time: Doors open at 5:30 PM | Event runs from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
- Price: $45 for Early Bird tickets (until July 31), and $65 for General Admission tickets. Group tickets also available.
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Catering: Food provided
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Bar: Cash bar available
Join the movement. Book your ticket now and be part of the change.
