August 24, 2026

A Room Built for Meaningful Conversations The recent launch of #CapTech2026 Australia, at SIPBN Chairman’s Luncheon in Melbourne brought together members of the SIPBN network for an intimate business discussion chaired by Mr Owen Hegarty OAM, SIPBN Think Tank Member and Executive Chairman of EMR Capital alongside Mr Raman Bhalla, President, SIPBN, and Ms Sarah Morgan, CEO, #CapTech2026. Rather than a traditional presentation, the luncheon created space for open exchange between leaders across investment, capital, business, finance, government and industry. The gathering included senior representatives from: What Was On The Table? The focus was firmly on what comes next for Australia – and how stronger connections with Asia can help shape it. The conversation centred on three key themes: Australia: A Growth Country The discussion examined Australia’s position as a destination for investment and expansion, with particular attention to the sectors capable of driving the country’s next phase of growth. From resources and critical minerals to infrastructure, energy, technology, advanced industry, healthcare and emerging sectors, the conversation explored where Australia’s capabilities and Asia’s capital can create mutual opportunity. #CapTech: Taking the Conversation Across Asia The luncheon also looked ahead to #CapTech’s expanding plans across Asia and the wider business opportunities emerging from stronger regional connections. The discussion explored how #CapTech can continue connecting: This reflects SIPBN’s wider vision of building a cross-border platform where relationships can progress towards investment, partnerships, market entry and execution. Capital & Women Entrepreneurship A further focus was the relationship between capital, entrepreneurship and women’s participation in the economy. The conversation considered how better access to capital, stronger networks and innovative financial pathways can help more women build, acquire, scale and invest in businesses. It is a conversation that aligns strongly with the wider #CapTech2026 focuses on capital innovation and new approaches to business growth. The Bigger Question: Can Australia & Asia Grow Together? That was the thread connecting the conversations. The opportunity lies in connecting the two more effectively. And that is precisely where #CapTech2026 is positioned – creating curated environments where business leaders, investors, governments and strategic partners can move beyond introductions and explore meaningful commercial opportunities. From Luncheon To a Bigger Platform The conversations around the table are now feeding into the broader #CapTech2026 agenda across Australia and Asia, and what started today will continue across: Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities The Most Valuable OpportunitiesOften Start Around a Table. A Conversation | A Connection | A Shared Ambition info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.