Partners
We are inviting leading organisations who value digital innovation to help us shape Something Digital in 2026.
If you are interested in finding out more about partnership opportunities, drop us a line on hello@somethingdigital.com.au or call us on 0419 237 595.
We are always keen to find new ways to create mischief with our finest and brightest!
Collaborative Partners
The Queensland Government is committed to building a thriving innovation economy, with a renewed focus on attracting private investment and fostering industry-led growth to achieve this vision.
It supports the creation, scale up and international success of Queensland scientists, researchers, innovators and businesses.
Since 2015 it has helped more than 8,000 innovators turn their ideas into reality, supported more than 29,000 jobs and leveraged $1 billion from external partners and investors.
Partners
The Catalyst
Intuit Technologies is an Australian-owned ICT partner delivering secure, outcome-led technology solutions nationwide, with a presence in Brisbane. Across Advisory & Project Services, Cloud & Infrastructure, Cybersecurity & Secure Networking, and Managed Services, we design, deliver and manage complex environments for government, enterprise and SMB organisations.
Our capability is strengthened through strategic partnerships including Microsoft, Dell Technologies and Telstra, with clear accountability from strategy through long-term support.
Something Fest Partner
As one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, UQ is passionate about enriching its entrepreneurial ecosystem and creating leaders of the future.
Through UQ Ventures, entrepreneurs are supported at every stage of their journey, working alongside staff and alumni, and connecting with a wide range of global experts.
The Thought Leader
Quantum Australia is the national centre for quantum growth. This pioneering organisation unites Australia’s top research institutions, industry leaders, and quantum-focused enterprises. Its mission is to accelerate the development and adoption of quantum technology by fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and nurturing a vibrant quantum ecosystem.
Funded by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, Quantum Australia aims to fundamentally shift the dial on the translation of quantum technologies, and position Australia as a global leader in the quantum landscape.
The Activator
Griffith is a purpose-driven, values-led university focused on creating impact where it matters most.
With more than 40,000 students, our community spans five campuses across South East Queensland plus our Digital campus. We’re also proud to be home to a global alumni network of over 200,000 graduates. By helping thousands of people create a brighter future for themselves, we’re doing our part to create a brighter future for all.
The Activator
The National Injury Insurance Scheme, Queensland (NIISQ) provides necessary and reasonable lifetime treatment, care and support to those who sustain eligible serious personal injuries in a motor vehicle accident in Queensland, regardless of who is at fault in the accident.
NIISQ strives to ensure participants receive consistent, high-quality and sustainable treatment, care, and support, while fostering innovation, readiness, and impactful outcomes.
The Activator
Where strategy, creativity, technology and data shape what’s next.
We partner with ambitious organisations to design, build and scale intelligent solutions that drive meaningful change.
Since 2001, we’ve helped businesses rethink what’s possible—delivering outcomes that are as impactful as they are intelligent. Let’s work together to fuel innovation, manage risk and compliance, and unlock long-term value.
The Activator
With a strong entrepreneurial focus and home to groundbreaking research hubs like the Centre for Data Science, QUT connects research, industry, and real-world impact—empowering the next generation of digital pioneers.
The Activator
Sprint Digital is a Brisbane-based custom software agency helping businesses grow through smart, scalable technology.
Founded in 2012, we specialise in end-to-end software development, AI integration, and automation – delivering successful projects across construction, finance, logistics, and more. From strategy to deployment, we build solutions that drive real results. Say hi at sprintdigital.com.au
The Master
Absolutely AI is Australia’s leading AI-first creative agency, helping brands and institutions harness artificial intelligence for storytelling, creative campaigns and content at scale.
From cinematic AI films and historical documentaries to creative AI workshops for global brands, the agency brings together cutting-edge AI tools and creative expertise to shape the future of content creation.
The Master
McCullough Robertson is a leading Australian Technology, Media and Telecommunications law firm, helping technology businesses and start-ups grow with confidence.
Future-focused, commercial and creative, we support clients from inception to scale across emerging technologies, data, IP, capital raising and commercialisation. Embedded in Australia’s innovation ecosystem, we help founders and businesses navigate complexity, manage risk and unlock growth opportunities.
The Something School
BOP Industries is a leading Australian education company on a mission to inspire the next generation of young innovators as they prepare for the ever-changing future of work.Run by a passionate team of innovative educators, the BOP team work with government, industry, and schools to deliver workshops, masterclasses, professional development and competitions designed to help inspire and engage primary and high school students as they build their skills around entrepreneurship, innovation and STEAM.
The Innovator
As Australia’s national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We are thinkers, problem solvers, leaders.
We blaze new trails of discovery. We aim to inspire the next generation. We collaborate with industry, government, universities and research organisations to turn big ideas into disruptive solutions. We are unlocking a better future. We are CSIRO.
The Innovator
As part of NTT DATA, a USD 30 billion IT services provider, NTT Ltd. is a leading IT infrastructure and services company.
Through technology and innovation, we deliver a secure and connected future that empowers our people, clients and communities.
As an industry leader in networks, data centers, cloud, security and managed services, as well as an innovator in Private 5G, we serve 65% of the Fortune Global 500 and more than 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We also work closely with leading sports organizations, including UEFA, INDYCAR and the Tour de France.
We enable a connected future.
The Activator
Bright Humans delivers tangible business outcomes through purpose-led events.
We design human-centred experiences that build capabilities, strengthen ecosystems, and inspire creativity. Beyond event logistics, we solve complex challenges, streamline processes, and create flawless activations that simplify life for clients and stakeholders.
With a left-of-centre, outcome-driven approach, we place people at the heart of every experience – driving meaningful change and becoming an essential partner in your most critical activations.
The Activator
BBS Communications Group is one of Australia’s most respected strategic communications agencies. We are trusted advisors in corporate communications, issues and crisis management, media relations, stakeholder and community engagement, financial communications and executive training.
Our team creates, promotes and protects our clients’ brands and stories. We develop the plans which engage, excite and establish valuable relationships for organisations and their critical stakeholders.
The Showoff
The Showoff
Blending creative excellence, strategic execution, and data-driven insights, we are a full-service partner to clients across diverse industries including commercial, healthcare, automotive, and retail.
From search to social and content to conversion, every campaign we create is crafted with purpose, backed by data, and designed for sustainable success.