Content Creation
Alex Blades has been working as a sub-editor at The Examiner newspaper for the past seven years. Although he enjoys his job at the newspaper, he decided to step out of his comfort zone and take on new and exciting opportunities in the Startup industry. Last year, he started working on a web application on the side and proceeded to take it from concept to product, raising capital and testing the market while defining its business model. Apart from setting his sights to launch his startup, Choosevent, in March 2013, Alex also offers his skills with proof-reading, press writing, and sharing media insights to help others in Tasmania's thriving Startup community.
Emma has 10 years of journalism experience, as well as working in marketing, communications and digital design. She takes an innovative approach and adapts to the ever-changing market. Emma is currently a journalist at the Mercury and works in marketing for Ten Days on the Island, she recently joined the Startup Tasmania team.
Proven Innovation is a Hobart-based company that provides professional IT consulting, custom software development and IT solutions.
Tim Polmear is the Marketing and Event Manager for Startup Tasmania. He has a keen interest in everything about entrepreneurial web-based Startups. In 2012, Tim co-founded NomadChoice, a concept for an online platform much like airbnb for campervans. Prior to that, Tim worked as an Executive Manager and Property Investment Acquisitions Manager for Rock Property Tasmania where he was responsible for identifying, analysing and negotiating property investments and strategic business management. There, he also designed and implemented systems and procedures for property management, and played a significant role in team recruitment as well as driving sales.