Invention to Innovation

“A surprisingly fast paced romp through the Australian scientific and business innovation ecosystems, with detours into finance, academia, Silicon Valley, venture capital and entrepreneurship” – James Riley * InnovationAus.com *This is a ‘must read’ for anyone who is passionate about what can really lift Australia into the nation that it can and ought to be. – Simon McKeon * AO, FAICD, Monash University Chancellor; 2011 Australian of the Year and former CSIRO Chairman *“Invention to Innovation delivers a new vision of Australian innovation in the 21st century. It is a vision of Australian scientific excellence and leadership brought to the global marketplace for lasting domestic economic benefits and progress in the evolution of international technology.” – Justin Maroccia * Proceedings of The Royal Society of Queensland Vol 132 *

Dr. Larry Marshall was Chief Executive of Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, from 2015 to 2023 and prior to this, spent more than 25 years in Silicon Valley, founding, leading and investing venture capital in deep-tech companies. With a PhD in physics, 20 patents, six startups and two IPOs to his name, Larry is a passionate supporter of Australian innovation and the power of science and technology to drive our economy and build resilience to future challenges.

Jenna Daroczy believes that well-chosen words and stories can inspire change. She works with leaders and changemakers to articulate their vision in robust ways that ignite interest, build understanding, influence opinion and inspire action. Jenna has worked as a journalist and in corporate communications for nearly two decades and has qualifications in communications, science, law and policy.