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Meet Nic Blair, the award-winning Queensland entrepreneur changing the future of health care
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Meet Nic Blair, the award-winning Queensland entrepreneur changing the future of health care

Queensland’s Midnight Health has marked one of the most exciting developments in healthcare over the last few years. Founded by Nic Blair, the Brisbane-born company is rewriting the future of healthcare by providing Australians with a personalised and connected approach to their health. Nic was celebrated last month at the 40 Under 40 Gala Awards, recognising his incomparable entrepreneurial spirit. more

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Just days to go until 40 Under 40 Awards Gala celebrates the best and the brightest of Queensland
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Just days to go until 40 Under 40 Awards Gala celebrates the best and the brightest of Queensland

In less than one week, 40 Under 40 Awards will finally return next Wednesday August 21 to unveil this year’s recipients. The annual event will champion the change makers, ground breakers and game changers who are helping to shape the future of Queensland. We’ve teamed up with local heroes like Howard Smith Wharves, Felon’s Brewing, Betty’s Burgers and more to celebrate with an extravagant gala. Keep reading to find out more … more

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Last year's 40 Under 40 winners continue to make waves
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Last year’s 40 Under 40 winners continue to make waves

As we grow closer to revealing the 40 Under 40 winners of 2024, last year’s recipients continue to make moves and break boundaries – such as 40 Under 40 alumni Emmagness Ruzvidzo, co-founder and CEO of VAKA Consulting. Want to be in the room when we reveal this year's winners? This week is your last chance to buy tickets to the 40 Under 40 Gala Awards – grab yours and join us for a night of great food, great drinks and inspiring stories. more

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David Fagan shares the inspiring and demanding judging process for this year’s 40 Under 40 Awards
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David Fagan shares the inspiring and demanding judging process for this year’s 40 Under 40 Awards

The countdown is on! Queensland’s second annual 40 Under 40 Awards is almost here. In just two weeks, Queensland's finest entrepreneurs, changemakers and trailblazers will be flocking to Howard Smith Wharves for the unveiling of this year’s esteemed winners. With judging finally complete, journalist, company director and 40 Under 40 Award judge David Fagan reflects on the importance of the next generation of leaders in Queensland’s story … more

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40 Under 40 Awards offer a much-needed moment of “hope and inspiration” according to Professor Mark Harvey
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40 Under 40 Awards offer a much-needed moment of “hope and inspiration” according to Professor Mark Harvey

Vice-President (Engagement) and Chief Marketing Officer at QUT, Professor Mark Harvey, joined his fellow 40 Under 40 Awards judges this week to select Queensland’s best and brightest achievers to be honoured at this year's awards gala. With decades of experience across biomedicine, university development and venture capitalism, Mark brings a wealth of experience to the 40 Under 40 Awards. more

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40 Under 40 Award judges faced with wealth of home-grown Queensland talent
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40 Under 40 Award judges faced with wealth of home-grown Queensland talent

Nominations for InQueenland’s 2024 40 Under 40 Awards have closed, and with more than twice as many entrants as last year the judges now face the difficult task of choosing finalists from an overwhelming pool of incredible talent and impressive achievements. Just ask judging panel member Adam Brunes, who said that “judging is a near impossible task as all finalists are exceedingly worthy.” more