MELTING POT Summit ™️ 💎
MELTING POT Summit ™️ 💎 | 17th July 2025 | Melbourne, Victoria.
The flagship event for over 500 entrepreneurs, creatives, and ambitious builders, brought to you by Amber Main.
Something has been brewing, and I don't know about you, but we are ready to stir the pot.
Join us for a “first-of-its-kind” collision in Victoria. MELTING POT Summit ™️ exists to bridge the intersections of WHAT'S NEXT, between innovation, creativity, and connection.
Welcome to where the next wave of founders, creatives, and operators come to collide.
Whether you’re building a startup, scaling a team, dabbling in creations or exploring what’s next, it's designed for those who play at the edges. The ones who blur the lines between industries, disciplines, and identities — and believe the future belongs to the cross-functional, not the conventional.
🎙️ Our speaker lineup (so far) includes:
"Early Exit Strategy" with Dave Slutzkin,
"A Brief History of the Startup Ecosystem" with Ryan Burns (Innovation Bay, Ex Startup network)
"Melbourne's Startup Ecosystem Reimagined" with Amber Main,
Alternative pathways to funding: Growing with Grants & Equity-Free Funding - With Trent Scheirs, Jasper Steel, Ozer Bilgin, Safi Heidari, Dr Michelle Chen.
"Vibe Coding Fireside" with Nahele Allen-Moon, Calvin Hoenes, Warwick Donaldson,
"Reimagining Not for profits". How NFPs can be used for impact. With Elijah D'Souza, Director @Uncommon Collective & Justin Hogg, Director @Right Source Pty Ltd.
"The Future of Health Tech" with
"VC reverse pitch" with
"Bootstrapping" with Scotty Allen from the Product Bus
"Raising Hell (and Capital)" with
"Built Different - The future of hardware tech" with Ozer Bilgin,
“Build the Room Before You Build the Product” How founders generated $250K+ in pre-sales, 10,000 waitlist signups, and 7-figure MRR — all before launching a single feature. -With
From 100K followers to $5M in annual revenue — how the new wave of creator-founders are turning audiences into equity. - With
“Owning the Masters, Owning the Moment: The Future of Artist Equity” - with Alex Capri
"A new way to build, belong and grow IRL" with Amber Main
“Doing Good at Scale: The New Playbook for Mission-Led Growth” How purpose-led companies are scaling to $100M+ while staying true to their values.
“The Anti-Playbook: What They Don’t Tell You About Startup Success”
“The New Diligence: What Investors Look For in Gen-Next Startups”
📅 Programming
Wednesday, July 16 – Convergence Kickoff Party (rooftop tech party at private venue – limited spots. Registration essential. Open to all, invite your friends!)
Thursday, July 17 – MELTING POT Summit ™️ (main event)
Thursday, July 17 - Networking Mixer (networking event for Summit attendees to connect)
Thursday, July 17 - Platinum VIP Dinner (private Delta dinner at ______ for Platinum VIPS, speakers, sponsors etc)
Thursday, July 17 – VIP Day (half-day sessions, programming, and happy hour for VIP and Platinum VIP ticketholders, Delta Dinner Access for Platinum VIP ticketholders)
Friday, 8 Aug– Invite only Genesis IRL Res day 1
Saturday, 9 Aug - Invite only Genesis IRL Res day 2
Saturday, 9 Aug - Melting Pot presents "Cosmic Sparks" Afterparty
Sunday, 10 Aug - Invite only Genesis IRL Res day 3
Monday, 11 Aug - Invite only Genesis IRL Res day 4
✅ Why You Should Attend:
Find out where Victoria’s next generation of startups are born
Meet the next wave of multidisciplinary talent — founders, artists, engineers, and community leaders
Learn how to launch, fund, and grow ventures at the intersection of industries
Build real-world relationships that extend beyond LinkedIn followers. Invest in your network.
Investor <> founder matchmaking
Pathways to pre-seed capital and R&D funding
Be part of the IRL movement shaping the future of startup culture in Australia
🎙️What to Expect:
Insightful panels, workshops, and lightning talks
Curated networking through Sparks
Adjacent public events and side quests
An unmissable VIP dinner and a powerful closing celebration
📌 At a Glance
Melting Pot helps grow Victoria’s early-stage founder pipeline by connecting creatives, technologists, and operators ready to build new ventures — even if they don’t yet identify as ‘startup founders.’
📍 Location: Melbourne
📅 Date: July 17, 2025
🎤 Speakers: 20+ industry leaders
📝 Sessions: 7+ panels, keynotes, and workshops
👥 Attendees: 700+ founders, execs, creatives and professionals
🎟️ Tickets start at $99
👋 Meet the Organisers:
Amber Main - is a serial founder, community builder, and event host with a background that defies convention.
She dropped out of high school at 16, spent six years working in childcare, and later pursued a degree in biomedical science — all while navigating personal upheaval, including experiencing homelessness and DV during the COVID-19 pandemic. Between university lectures and long nights scrubbing toilets to get by, she built the resilience and clarity that now define her work.
Three years on, Amber owns multiple companies, hosts a podcast, and runs events across Australia. She’s the founder of Ambient Home Group, a high-growth boutique home services company, and the creator of Sparks. "Building Melbourne's Silicon Valley brick by brick" ⚡️
🙋 FAQs
❓Who is Melting Pot Summit™️ for?
Melting Pot is for founders, creatives, technologists, operators, investors, artists, and ambitious builders who thrive at the intersection of industries. Whether you’re scaling a startup or still figuring out your next move, this event is designed for those who play at the edges.
❓Do I need to already have a startup or company to attend?This summit is for early-stage builders and established founders. If you’ve got a project, idea, or ambition, you belong here. Some of the best collaborations happen before the first pitch deck is even written.
❓What’s included in my ticket?
Your ticket gets you access to:
Entry to the official Melting Pot Mixer
7+ world-class panels, workshops, and keynotes
Networking through Sparks Matching™️
VIP and Platinum tiers unlock additional perks.
❓How many people will be there?
Expect 500–700 attendees, including 20+ speakers, founders, investors, operators, and creatives. You’ll be part of an energetic, intentional crowd — big enough for serendipity, small enough for real connection.
❓Will there be food and drinks?
Yes — coffee, snacks, and a light lunch are included in standard tickets. VIP and Platinum guests receive elevated catering experiences and drinks during private sessions and dinners.
❓Is there a Code of Conduct?
Yes. We take community safety and professionalism seriously. All attendees must agree to our Code of Conduct, which includes zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or intimidation. You can read it in full below.
❓What’s Sparks?
Sparks is the connection layer that powers Melting Pot’s curated networking. You’ll be matched into micro-crews, table groups, or mentor pods to ensure you meet people who get what you're building (and could help shape it).
❓Can I just attend the afterparty or dinner?
Yes, everyone is welcome to the kick-off party!
You can purchase “Cosmic Sparks” afterparty tickets here.
Delta Dinner Convergence Edition is strictly for Platinum VIPs, speakers, and partners. No walk-ins.
❓Will it be recorded
By attending this summit, you understand that photos and videos taken may be used for marketing and promotional activities.
❓What happens after the Summit?
Our invite-only Genesis IRL res kicks off, complete with investment dinners and futuristic programming. Melting Pot is just the beginning.
🤝 Meet Our Sponsors!
Meet Our Media Partners!
-Danielle Marple @By The Founder.
Important Notice for Guests
Admission to this event is by approval only. Approved guests will receive a confirmation email with a calendar invite. Invitations are non-transferable. Additional event details will be shared leading up to the event. Please note that this event copy and agenda may be subject to change.
By attending, you agree to:
Be respectful, professional, and comply with all venue rules, policies, and applicable laws.
Refrain from harassment, discrimination, unwelcome sexual advances (verbal or physical), intimidation, or inappropriate photography/recording.
If you experience or witness a violation, please notify the event host immediately. Violating this Code of Conduct may result in immediate removal from the event and exclusion from future invitations.
By attending, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at your own risk. The event organisers, hosts, sponsors, and venue assume no liability for personal injury, lost/stolen belongings, or any other damages incurred at the event.
By attending, you grant the event organisers and affiliated entities the right to capture, use, and distribute photos, videos, and audio recordings of you for promotional, marketing, and other lawful purposes. This includes but is not limited to digital and print media, advertising, and social media. You waive any right to inspect or approve the final materials and release all claims related to their use.
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