Raising the Bar Adelaide
Raising the Bar is a global initiative making education and innovation a part of our City’s popular culture.
20 TALKS. 10 BARS. 1 NIGHT.
TUESDAY 4 AUGUST.
Challenging and inspiring - Raising the Bar Adelaide returns!
The award-winning and thought-provoking event, Raising the Bar, is set to enlighten and entertain once again as it returns to the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters.
About
20 TALKS. 10 BARS. 1 NIGHT
Raising the Bar Adelaide has cemented its reputation as one of South Australia’s most thought-provoking and engaging local events—bringing expert discussion into casual settings.
Commencing in 2018, the event has transformed hotels across the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters into venues for big ideas and bold conversations. This award-winning, one-night-only event challenges, inspires and connects audiences.
Part of a global initiative that began in New York, Raising the Bar now spans cities across the world, including Hong Kong, London, Sydney—and Adelaide.
Interested in speaking at Raising the Bar?
We’re looking for engaging speakers who can share their expertise, experience or research in an accessible and inspiring way. If you have knowledge to share, a unique perspective or a story that sparks curiosity, we want to hear from you.
Submit a Speaker Expression of Interest:
Speaker Expression of Interest
Want to host a Raising the Bar session?
If you’re a hotel venue based in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters and interested in hosting a session or two, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit a Venue Expression of Interest:
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