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Two days. Two very different settings. One powerful opportunity to connect with the people, capital, and ideas shaping what comes next. CapTech2026 Sydney brings together investors, family offices, business leaders, policymakers, founders, and global decision-makers for conversations designed to move beyond networking, toward investment, partnerships, market access, and growth. It Begins at NSW Parliament House Thursday, 24 September | NSW Parliament House, Sydney The Sydney experience begins with an exclusive Investor Roundtable and Welcome Evening at NSW Parliament House. Inside the #CapTech2026 Sydney Summit Friday, 25 September | Hilton Hotel, George Street, Sydney Our speakers for the NSW Parliament House event are The room opens. The conversations begin. Inside the #CapTech2026 Sydney Summit Friday, 25 September | Hilton Hotel, George Street, Sydney The Sydney Summit brings together a carefully curated programme of discussions on markets, emerging sectors, cross-border capital, financial innovation and the technologies shaping the next investment cycle. Opening the Conversation on Capital & Growth The morning begins with a Capital Connections Breakfast, followed by the official welcome and opening keynotes from Dr Joseph Rizk AM and Linda Scott, Chair of CareSuper, setting the stage for a day focused on the investment outlook and the forces reshaping global capital. From there, the conversation moves into the issues investors and businesses cannot afford to ignore. Where Is Capital Moving? The New Space Economy: Capitalising on the Next Frontier Australia, India & the Global Opportunity A keynote from The Hon. Suresh Prabhu, former Union Cabinet Minister of the Government of India and … Investing Through Cycles A fireside conversation with Owen Hegarty OAM The ASEAN Century Examining the region’s next investment and growth opportunities Family Offices & Private Capital Where patient capital meets high-potential opportunities The Next Generation of Financial Products Exploring how financial innovation is changing the investment landscape The Intelligence Economy AI, digital and emerging technologies and where Investment is heading next Alongside these conversations, Investment Showcases will put emerging opportunities directly in front of the room. More Than a Seat in the Room #CapTech2026 is designed for what happens between the sessions as much as what happens on stage. Throughout the day, there will be opportunities to: Meet investors. Build relationships with family offices, institutional investors, and private capital. Meet businesses. Discover companies, technologies, and opportunities looking for their next stage of growth. Build strategic connections. Explore partnerships, market entry, investment, and cross-border opportunities. Get closer to the decision-makers. From private conversations to investor networking and business matching, the value is in who you meet and where the conversation goes next. The day closes with an Executive Networking Reception, giving the room one more opportunity to turn introductions into meaningful conversations. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Don’t wait for the Opportunity to Find You Get into the room where the conversations are happening.Limited participation. Limited seats. High-value conversations. info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

In just 18 days, Australia’s most strategic capital and growth platform opens its doors, bringing together institutional investors, fund managers, family offices, growth enterprises, and high-net-worth individuals from across the globe. #CapTech2026 Australia is bringing together a curated community of institutional investors, fund managers, family offices, growth enterprises, international businesses and high-net-worth investors across Sydney and Brisbane. The platform is designed to connect capital with businesses, projects and opportunities while creating pathways for investment, partnerships and cross-border growth. If you’re serious about capital, partnerships, or market expansion, #CapTech2026 is where your next opportunity begins. The Capital Ecosystem Has Changed! Australia’s superannuation system now manages $4.8 trillion in assets — the world’s fourth-largest pension pool and growing fast. But capital alone isn’t enough. What matters is access — being in the room where strategic decisions are made, where introductions happen, and where deals are born. #CapTech2026 is that room. Participants & Industries: Opportunities Across Sectors This isn’t a mass-market event. #CapTech2026 is curated, selective, and outcome-driven — designed for serious players who understand that quality conversations beat crowded networking every time. Already Confirmed Attendees: CapTech2026 brings together diverse sectors where capital, capability, and policy converge to create real opportunities. Participating Sectors: Your Next Step – Be at #CapTech2026 Australia! At #CapTech2026 Summit & Business Presentations, you will get a second opportunity to connect with capital, businesses, investors and strategic decision-makers in one of Australia’s fastest-growing economic centres. If you’re raising capital, managing a fund, scaling a business, entering Australia, expanding overseas or looking for strategic investment partnerships, now is the time to secure your place. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Don’t wait for the Opportunity to Find You Get into the room where the conversations are happening.Limited participation. Limited seats. High-value conversations. info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

Connect with Mark Burgess – one of the most experienced institutional investors in the country – Chairman – Investment Committee and Director of one of Australia’s largest institutional investors, a former CEO of Australia’s Future Fund, global CIO for Credit Suisse Asset Management (EMEA) with over US$350 billion under management, and a director of some of Australia’s most significant financial and healthcare institutions. His presence at #CapTech2026 adds a rare layer of institutional depth to the Sydney and Brisbane programs. About Mark Burgess Former CEO of the Future Fund and Institutional Investor Mark Burgess is Chairman – Investment Committee and Director of one of Australia’s largest institutional investors. He has built a career at the highest levels of global investment management. He previously led Australia’s Future Fund and has chaired investment committees and served on the boards of major institutional funds. His international career includes serving as Executive Vice-Chairman and CEO, EMEA, Credit Suisse Asset Management, as well as Global CIO for Equities and Multi-Asset, overseeing portfolios of significant global scale. He has also held senior investment leadership roles with American Express Asset Management, Colonial First State and Bankers Trust. Today, his portfolio spans institutional investment, capital markets, insurance, venture capital and global economic policy. Value That He Brings To #CapTech2026 Institutional capital operates on a different scale. It looks beyond the next quarter – towards long-term value, resilience, risk, diversification, and opportunities capable of creating sustainable returns. Mark’s participation signals the institutional-grade quality of #CapTech2026, and by joining this event, you gain access to: From Global Capital to Australian Opportunity Australia is entering a period where infrastructure, energy transition, critical minerals, technology, healthcare, emerging industries, and cross-border investment are creating new opportunities for long-term capital. CapTech2026 brings these opportunities into the same room as: This is where the conversation moves from “What is happening?” to “Where is the opportunity?” So, whether you’re looking to raise capital, deploy capital, build partnerships or understand where institutional investors are looking next, #CapTech2026 is designed to create conversations that can lead somewhere. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Book Your Tickets to Secure Your Seat at #CapTech2026 Australia This is where strategic relationships are formed, cross-border opportunities are explored, and business growth is shaped through collaboration. Seats are limited!!! info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

If you’re looking to access opportunities, raise capital, meet investors, enter new markets, find strategic partners or accelerate your next stage of growth, #CapTech2026 brings the people and conversations that can help move those ambitions forward. Our platform is designed around strategic connections, global business expansion, capital raising, innovation and outcome-oriented collaboration – not simply networking for networking’s sake! So, secure Your #CapTech2026 Australia Ticket as this is not just another business event; it’s a room built for capital, connections and commercial opportunity. Why You Need To Join #CapTech2026? Because being in the right room can change your perception! At #CapTech2026, you’ll have opportunities to connect with: And explore conversations around: What You’ll Experience In Sydney: If you’re looking for maximum access, this is the flagship experience! With two days of events, investor and business engagement, networking, and access to the broader #CapTech ecosystem, Sydney is designed for those who want to meet more people, explore more opportunities, and stay closer to the action. What You’ll Experience In Brisbane: If you want to reconstruct your growth strategy, this is your chance! Meet business leaders, investors and project stakeholders while exploring opportunities across one of Australia’s most dynamic growth markets. The Brisbane program is designed to connect capital, industry leadership and strategic partnerships around diverse opportunities. Why Buy Tickets Today? Book Your #CapTech2026 Ticket Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Come for the Event. Leave with Possibilities. Your next opportunity could start with one introduction. So don’t just watch from the sidelines; be a part of the conversation! Limited Places Available info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

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.

From 2–12 August 2026, SIPBN members and #CapTech partners were on the ground in Singapore, kicking off the #CapTech2026 Australia Roadshow across Singapore, Hong Kong and Seoul. The mission was clear: connect Asia’s leading capital allocators with Australian opportunities and invite them to host and invest through #CapTech2026 Australia in September. These cities have brought together conversations with some of the region’s most influential capital and business networks — creating new pathways for collaboration, investment and market expansion. Who We Met Inside the Capital Ecosystem? Across the three cities, meetings were held with a wide range of capital stakeholders, including: These are the relationships that can move businesses from conversation to collaboration — and from opportunity to execution. Why These Cities Matter? Singapore, Hong Kong and Seoul represent three of Asia’s most dynamic investment ecosystems — each with distinct strengths that complement Australia’s market. Together, they form a powerful pipeline of investors, partners, and innovators for #CapTech2026 Australia. From Asia’s Capital Hubs to Australia’s Growth Platform The roadshow is not the destination. It’s the beginning of the next conversation If your business is looking to raise capital or expand into Asia, #CapTech2026 Australia is the bridge. The roadshow has already opened doors to family offices, sovereign funds, and institutional investors who are now looking at Australian opportunities with fresh interest. We are inviting the investors, institutions, and business leaders we meet across Asia to continue these discussions at #CapTech2026 Australia — bringing Asia’s capital networks into direct dialogue with Australian businesses, projects, and opportunities. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Bring your delegation to connect with Asian & Australian capitals. The Roadshow Opened the Door. #CapTech Takes the Conversation Further.So, if you’re looking for capital, partnerships or a pathway into Asia, this is the room to be in. Connecting Asia. Australia. Opportunity. info@sipbn.com.au Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

Linda ScottChair of CareSuper We’re excited to announce Linda Scott as the keynote speaker for #CapTech2026 Australia. Linda is one of Australia’s most experienced governance leaders, Chair of CareSuper, a $60 billion superannuation fund, and Acting Deputy Chair of Industry Innovation and Science Australia (IISA). Her experience spans superannuation, innovation policy, and public leadership, making her a powerful voice for anyone focused on capital, governance, and long-term growth. The Room Is Getting Stronger: The Countdown Is On! Sydney is preparing to welcome one of Australia’s foremost governance and investment leaders, Linda Scott, as a Keynote Speaker at #CapTech2026 Australia. For businesses and funds, that perspective is especially relevant in a room designed around investment, growth, and strategic relationships. Her keynote will bring insight that is practical, informed, and directly connected to the decisions that shape opportunity. A Leader Trusted Across Australia’s Most Influential Institutions Linda Scott’s leadership extends across Australia’s financial, public and innovation sectors. Her current portfolio includes: Her experience sits at the intersection of capital, governance, innovation and national economic development. Why Does Her Presence Matter? Today’s investment landscape is changing rapidly. Institutional capital, innovation policy and sustainable governance are reshaping how businesses attract investment and create long-term value. Linda Scott offers insights drawn from decades of leadership across Australia’s largest institutions, helping organizations understand what investors, boards and policymakers are looking for in the next generation of growth businesses. A Rare Opportunity For Businesses Raising Capital CapTech2026 Australia will bring together business leaders, investors, policymakers, and capital allocators across a curated environment built for meaningful conversations and commercial outcomes. If you’re: …then #CapTech2026 Australia provides an opportunity to learn from and connect with leaders shaping capital allocation and governance in Australia. Because raising capital isn’t just about finding investors; it’s about earning confidence. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Join us in Sydney to hear from Linda Scott and connect with the right capital conversations. If your company or fund is actively seeking capital, strategic investors or long-term growth opportunities, this is where the conversation begins. Limited Seats. Exceptional Access. info@sipbn.com.au Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

One of the largest emerging opportunities in the economy remains significantly undercapitalised. Women are acquiring businesses, building digitally native companies and inheriting wealth at unprecedented levels. Yet the financial products supporting business ownership, investment and wealth creation have not evolved at the same pace. F5 Collective is creating what comes next. The capital innovation company is developing solutions for women building, acquiring and growing businesses, including; investment funds, business lending and acquisition finance. F5 Collective’s work is focused on three structural shifts reshaping the economy. The Rise of the Acquisition Entrepreneur Australia is approaching one of the largest business succession periods in its history. This is creating opportunities for a new generation of women to acquire, modernise and grow established businesses. The Growth of Digitally Native and Creator-Led Businesses Women are transforming communities, content and creativity into highly scalable companies. Traditional financial models were not designed to assess or support them. The Great Wealth Transfer Unprecedented levels of wealth are moving into the hands of women and the next generation, creating demand for new approaches to capital, investment and wealth creation. F5 Collective is Already in Market Since inception, the team has co-authored California Senate Bill SB 54, landmark legislation introducing diversity reporting requirements across the world’s largest venture capital market. It has deployed its inaugural investment fund and achieved a successful portfolio exit. Meet F5 Collective at #CapTech F5 Collective joins #Captech this year as a Major Sponsor. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the F5 Collective team and hear directly from those working to expand the capital available to women-led businesses, acquisition entrepreneurs and the next generation of wealth holders. This is a high-level conversation for investors, financial institutions, business leaders and innovators seeking insight into the markets and financial products shaping the future of capital. The investors who will look back on this moment got in early. Register now. Register for #CapTech2026 Australia: Buy Tickets Learn more about F5 Collective: Investors – F5 Collective Contact F5 Collective: investors@f5collective.com Register Now for #CapTech2026 Australia Continue the conversation at #CapTech2026 Australia this September across Sydney and Brisbane. Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

Building the Relationships Behind #CapTech2026 Australia As preparations continue for #CapTech2026 Australia this September, the exclusive Chairman’s Lunch was held at the premises of Corrs Chambers Westgarth. We brought together influential leaders from family offices, banking, private capital, corporate finance, funds management and industry. Hosted by Rod McGeoch AO, Chairman, alongside Raman Bhalla, President, and Sarah Morgan, CEO of #CapTech2026 Australia, the luncheon provided a private forum for strengthening relationships, sharing market perspectives and exploring opportunities that will continue throughout the #CapTech2026 platform. A Leadership Network Driving Commercial Outcomes The luncheon welcomed senior executives representing some of Australia’s leading financial institutions, investment firms and family offices, including: Together, these organisations represent expertise across banking, private equity, family office investment, corporate finance, funds management, resources and strategic advisory, reinforcing the depth of engagement supporting #CapTech2026 Australia. Setting the Stage for #CapTech2026 Australia The Chairman’s Lunch reflected SIPBN’s ongoing commitment to bringing together the people who drive investment, business growth and international collaboration. The relationships strengthened during the luncheon will continue through #CapTech2026 Australia, where business leaders, investors, government representatives and strategic partners will gather across Sydney and Brisbane to explore investment opportunities, cross-border partnerships and long-term commercial outcomes. As momentum builds towards September, #CapTech2026 Australia continues to establish itself as Australia’s premium platform connecting capital, leadership and global business opportunities. Join us in Sydney and Brisbane Continue the conversation at #CapTech2026 Australia this September across Sydney and Brisbane. The diversity of industries creates opportunities for collaboration across sectors, markets, and international borders. Seats are limited, Secure Yours Today! Continuing the Global Dialogue at our upcoming event on…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

One Delegation. Countless Opportunities. Some of the most valuable business opportunities begin long before a deal is signed. They begin with the right introductions, meaningful conversations, and trusted relationships. This September, #CapTech2026 Australia invites government agencies, chambers of commerce, industry associations, corporate groups, and business delegations to participate in a curated cross-border platform designed to connect organisations with investors, policymakers, business leaders, and strategic partners across Australia. Why Bring a Delegation to #CapTech 2026 Australia? A delegation creates greater visibility, stronger market presence, and broader access to opportunities than individual participation. By joining #CapTech2026 Australia, your delegation can: Access Opportunities Beyond the Visible Market Many of the most valuable commercial opportunities never appear in the public domain. CapTech2026 is designed to provide delegates with access to conversations and connections that extend beyond traditional networking. Delegation participants can benefit from: Your next strategic partnership could begin with a single introduction! Industries Driving Investment & Collaboration #CapTech2026 is designed to bring together decision-makers across sectors where investment, innovation, and collaboration are accelerating. Key industries include: The diversity of industries creates opportunities for collaboration across sectors, markets, and international borders. The Outcomes Speak for Themselves #CapTech2025 delivered tangible outcomes for participating organisations, including: The focus has always been on creating opportunities that continue well beyond the event itself. Secure Your Delegation’s Place If your organisation is looking to strengthen international relationships, explore investment opportunities, or build strategic partnerships, #CapTech2026 Australia offers direct access to the people and conversations that matter. Register your delegation today and join business leaders, investors, and policymakers shaping the future of cross-border collaboration. Continuing the Global Dialogue at our upcoming event on…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.