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Megan Sebben

Megan Sebben

Kick-Start Program Manager at CSIRO

Startup Support

Megan Sebben is a dynamic professional with a passion for small business advocacy and innovation. She currently serves as the Kick-Start Program Manager at CSIRO, where she plays a pivotal role in supporting Australian start-ups by facilitating access to funding and research expertise. Megan is deeply embedded in Australia's start-up ecosystem and is committed to amplifying the voices of diverse founders. In addition to her role at CSIRO, she is a co-host and commentator on Channel 10's "Australia By Design: Innovations."Megan holds a PhD in Groundwater Hydrology and has extensive experience in environmental research and consulting. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (Honours) and a Diploma in Language (German), with ongoing studies in Spanish and Italian. She is also a certified fitness instructor.Beyond her professional endeavors, Megan is an enthusiastic herbalist, dancer, rock climber, and art lover. She volunteers in CSIRO's STEM Professionals in Schools program, advocating for the next generation of STEM talent. Megan's diverse interests and expertise make her a valuable contributor to both the scientific and entrepreneurial communities.

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From Megan Sebben believes there is still work to be done in improving access for underrepresented groups · The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem - Interview Series
If what you're developing doesn't have a customer at the end of it, then maybe you need to reevaluate.
▶ Megan Sebben believes there is still work to be done in improving access for underrepresented groups

Career

  1. Now Kick-Start Program Manager · CSIRO
  2. 2017–2019 STEM Professionals in Schools Project Officer (VIC/SA/TAS) · CSIRO Education and Outreach

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Key moments

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  1. 0:35 Megan's Background in Environmental Sciences
  2. 1:57 Transition to Education and CSIRO
  3. 4:10 Field Work in Hydrogeology
  4. 3:53 Challenges in Groundwater Modeling
  5. 6:06 Importance of Collaboration in Science and Education
  6. 7:50 Overview of the CSIRO Kick-Start Program
  7. 10:20 Eligibility Criteria for Kick-Start Program
  8. 11:14 CSIRO's Role in Supporting Startups
  9. 12:13 Success Stories from Kick-Start
  10. 14:00 Impact of COVID-19 on Startups

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Documentary: The History Of The Australian Startup Ecosystem · 19 December 2022 The History Of The Australian Startup Ecosystem - Part 4 With Simon Thomsen, Tim Boyle, David Burt, Rachel Yang, Sarah Pearson, Bruce Tulloch, Cheryl Mack, Lucinda Hartley, Joshua Flannery, Alex Scandurra, Phil Ireland, Julie Trell, Peter Devine, Dean McEvoy, Craig Swann, Colette Grgic, Pete Horsley, Aaron Birkby, Annie Parker, Paul Bassat, Maxine Sherrin, Malcolm Turnbull, James Alexander, Melissa Widner, Hamish Hawthorn, Lauren Capelin
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Documentary: The History Of The Australian Startup Ecosystem · 19 December 2022 The History Of The Australian Startup Ecosystem - Part 5 With Mark Pesce, Steve Grace, Eloise Hall, Isobel Marshall, Darryl Lyons, Phil Ireland, Wayne Gerard, Sam Jockel, Samantha Finnegan, Arthur Sinodinos, Peter Devine, Tim Fung, Peter Tippett, Trevor Folsom, Dean McEvoy, Moira Were, Kate Jones, Daniel Flynn, Mick Liubinskas, Peter Bradd, Rachael Neumann, Chad Renando, Annie Parker, Aaron Birkby, Rachel Yang, Melissa Widner, Sarah Pearson, Colin Kinner, Lauren Capelin, Bruce Tulloch, Matt Barrie, Kate Cornick, Cheryl Mack, Andrea Gardiner, Niki Scevak
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Documentary: The History Of The Australian Startup Ecosystem · 19 December 2022 The History Of The Australian Startup Ecosystem - Part 6 With Leslie Delaforce, Darryl Lyons, Wayne Gerard, Nicole O'Brien, Alex Carpenter, Evan Thornley, Baden U'Ren, Tim Fung, Trevor Folsom, Peter Davison, Craig Swann, Moira Were, Colette Grgic, Allan O'Connor, Rachael Neumann, Chad Renando, Annie Parker, Brendan Hill, Aaron Birkby, Malcolm Turnbull, Jodie Fox, Susan Oliver, Silvia Pfeiffer, Yolanda Redrup, Andrew Nunn, Melissa Widner, Alfred Lo, Sarah Pearson, Phil Hayes-St Clair, Colin Kinner, Lauren Capelin, Matt Barrie, Kate Cornick, Cheryl Mack, Andrea Gardiner, Niki Scevak
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The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem - Interview Series · 27 September 2022 Megan Sebben believes there is still work to be done in improving access for underrepresented groups

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