In this very exciting episode of Give It A Nudge, Steve sits down with Dickie, known as "the hype man" for the Australian tech and innovation ecosystem.

Dickie talks about his unique career path, starting from law school and the Territorial Army, moving on to become a Moroccan country specialist in the travel industry, and finally diving into the Australian startup world. He shares his colourful experiences and the impactful roles he's had, highlighting his passion for promoting Australian innovation.

Steve and Dickie discuss his move from Melbourne to Sydney and his impact on the startup community through roles at Startup Victoria and his current project, Tech Australia Advocates. This initiative aims to connect the Australian tech ecosystem with global partners and create a more inclusive community.

Dickie also talks about his dedication to creating meaningful content and fostering innovation. He reveals his long-term dream of becoming a travel writer, telling global innovation stories and linking them to Australia.

Timestamps:
00:18 - Introduction to Dickie, the hype man
01:08 - Dickie's unique career journey
06:19 - Startup experiences in Australia
10:02 - Role at Startup Victoria and Tech Australia Advocates
18:43 - Moving from Melbourne to Sydney
22:00 - Dickie's dedication to content creation and innovation
26:45 - Balancing work-life and avoiding burnout
32:15 - Dickie's long-term dream of becoming a travel writer
36:30 - Importance of diversity and inclusion in tech
40:50 - Final thoughts and future outlook

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