ALL EVENTS

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Monday September 15th

International Delegates Briefing

Sydney

Sydney

ABOUT: We’ll be hosting our International Delegates with the support of our partners. The sessions will be focused on the current market in Australia and the opportunities here.

LOCATION: Sydney CBD

TIME: 1pm - 4pm

WHO: This is open for International Delegates only. If you are interested in hosting a session for the delegates please express your interest below.

Global Fintech Mixer

Sydney

Sydney

ABOUT: Following our International Delegates Briefing we’ll host a mixer to introduce the delegates to the local network.

LOCATION: Sydney CBD

TIME: 5pm

WHO: This is open for international delegates and anyone interested in networking with global fintechs.

Tuesday September 16th

Regulatory Roundtables

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Join us for closed roundtables where we’ll discuss regulation and policy.

LOCATION: At our Policy Partners’ offices - Melbourne CBD

TIME: Throughout the day - 9am-5pm

WHO: EOIs will open once further details are confirmed.

Intersekt Industry Dinners [3]

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Join us for one of our three Intersekt Industry Dinners. This year’s three dinners will be the themes of Open Banking, Payments and Compliance.

LOCATION: Melbourne CBD

TIME: 7pm

WHO: Tickets will be available to purchase as an add on when registering for your Intersekt conference pass. Tickets are $240 each.

Global Pitch Night

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Hear pitches from some of the most promising emerging startups both locally and from our International Delegations followed by networking drinks.

LOCATION: Cremorne Digital Hub

TIME: 6.30pm - 9pm

WHO: Open to the general public. Registration is essential.

Pitch applications are open until 1 September 2025, 11.59 PM AEST.

Wednesday September 17th

INTERSEKT DAY 1

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Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Join us for Australia’s largest Fintech Conference. A two day event with the industry’s key leaders.

LOCATION: Grand Hyatt, Melbourne

TIME: 8am - 5pm

WHO: This is open for anyone to register. Registration is essential.

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Roundtable Discussions

International Delegates

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Panel Discussions

Key Notes

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INTERSEKT FEATURED SESSIONS

Corporate to Startup Matchmaking

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: We’re helping startups get enterprise ready.

LOCATION: Intersekt, Grand Hyatt Melbourne

TIME: TBC

WHO: Any corporates or startups with an Intersekt ticket. More details to come, registration is essential.

Investor/Founder Matching

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: We’re helping fintechs find funding with one session dedicated to early stage founders & investors, and another focused on growth stage founders & investors.

LOCATION: Intersekt, Grand Hyatt Melbourne

TIME: TBC

WHO: Any founder or investor with an Intersekt ticket. Registration is essential by 1 September 2025, 11.59 PM AEST.

INTERSEKT AFTER HOURS

INTERSEKT 10 Year Anniversary Networking Welcome Party

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Join us for Welcome Drinks to celebrate Day 1. Network with top industry players, speakers and sponsors.

LOCATION: Ms Collins, Melbourne

TIME: 5:30pm

WHO: Registration is essential. Please include this as an add-on when purchasing Intersekt conference pass.

Intersekt VIP Cocktail Reception

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Join us for dinner with 100 of the industry’s VIPs.

LOCATION: Melbourne CBD

TIME: 7:30pm

WHO: This dinner is invite only for Intersekt VIPs.

Thursday September 18th

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INTERSEKT DAY 2

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Join us for Australia’s largest Fintech Conference. A two day event with the industry’s key leaders.

LOCATION: Grand Hyatt, Melbourne

TIME: 8am - 5pm

WHO: This is open for anyone to register. Registration is essential.

Key Notes

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Exhibition Space

Panel Discussions

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Roundtable Discussions

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International Delegates

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INTERSEKT FEATURED SESSIONS

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Women in Fintech Breakfast

Intersekt

Intersekt

ABOUT: Join us as we continue to advocate for more women in fintech. We’ll explore current challenges and opportunities.

LOCATION: Intersekt, Grand Hyatt Melbourne

TIME: 8:30am

WHO: Any female Intersekt ticket holder (Full Pass or Day 2 Pass holders). Registration essential. More details to be announced.

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Fintech 50, A Pitch Extravaganza

Intersekt

Intersekt

ABOUT: An Intersekt highlight! See 50 fintech pitches within 1 hour, each 30 seconds. Not your usual pitch, our fintechs will be pitching for anything: investors, partners, service providers and more!

LOCATION: Intersekt, Grand Hyatt Melbourne

TIME: TBC

WHO: Any Intersekt ticket holder (full pass or day 2 pass). This is not just for fintechs, it is also for service providers, funds, corporates etc. It is limited to one pitch per organisation with only one representative on stage.

INTERSEKT AFTER HOURS

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Intersekt Closing Drinks

Intersekt

Intersekt

ABOUT: Join us for Closing Drinks to celebrate Intersekt and and FinTech Week Australia. Network with top industry players, speakers and sponsors.

LOCATION: Grand Hyatt, Melbourne

TIME: 5:30pm

WHO: Registration is essential. Please include this as a complimentary add-on when purchasing Intersekt conference pass.

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Intersekt International Delegation Dinner

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Our closing session for our International Delegates, we’ll celebrate the fantastic week in Australia.

LOCATION: Melbourne CBD

TIME: 7pm

WHO: This dinner is invite only for International Delegates.

Friday September 19th

Recovery Session

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Physical health & fitness is a key driver of mental health, and we’re delighted to bring something like this to life for Intersekt attendees.

LOCATION: Grand Hyatt Melbourne

TIME: 7.15am - 8.15am

WHO: This is open for Intersekt attendees.

Tour of Melbourne’s Fintech Ecosystem

Melbourne

Melbourne

ABOUT: Join community builder and storyteller Desmond John (Vibe Guide Ventures) for a guided walk along Collins Street, Melbourne’s “Wall Street”, and uncover the city’s unique DNA of money, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

LOCATION: Grand Hyatt Melbourne

TIME: 10am

WHO: This is open for anyone interested in learning more about Melbourne’s diverse fintech ecosystem.