Career Advice: Simone – Entrepreneur/Scientist/Vertical Farmer (Stage 4, Stage 5, Stage 6, TAFE Students, Teacher, Parent)
Ever wanted to change the world but not know where to start? Hear what it takes to be an entrepreneur from Simone.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
Ever wanted to change the world but not known where to start?
Meet Simone. Combining entrepreneurial flair and a fierce passion for sustainability, Simone started Vertical Patch – a vertical farming company that cuts off waste at the root (literally), only employing 2% of the water that traditional farming does.
Hear about her incredible story and insights, from traveling the world as an underwater presenter to the realities of running a startup, as she delivers to big corporate clients such as Five Guys.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Ikigai Network
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 25-May-2028 11:30PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
FREE
Curriculum
Secondary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Careers
Other KLAs
Science and Tech » Agriculture
Science and Tech » Food Technology
Learning Intentions & Success Criteria
Learning Intentions:
- Understand what a entrepreneur does and if it’s the right career for you
Success Criteria
- Understand the reality of being an entrepreneur
- Understand what vertical farming is and its impacts on food security in the future
- Listen to advice for female entrepreneurs
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Required: Internet connection, internet device
Optional: Projector/TV to show to multiple students comfortably, pens and paper to take notes