About the Event

Join Dana Bell, Innovation and Translation Intermediary as she hosts MTPConnect's SA Insights Series. Dana will be joined by Allison Nikula, Founder and CEO of CareApp, for a one-on-one fireside chat.

Allison Nikula was inspired to create CareApp when her own Grandparents needed a little extra support. Allison's family wanted to be active contributors to their care, but communication was fragmented and visibility about their care and wellbeing was poor. At the same time, Allison was leading a team of over 440 community care workers and saw that her personal experience was not unique.

Allison will also speak about her entrepreneurial journey, how she took only a concept to secure her first customer and navigating the challenges of the pandemic to deepen her connection with customers and solidify CareApp's place in the Aged Care Sector. She will also talk to the entrepreneurial ecosystem in South Australia and what it takes for innovation to succeed.

At the heart of Allison's insights, you'll hear about values based leadership, trusting yourself to be decisive in unprecedented ambiguity and creating joyful experiences for customers and families.

This event will be followed by an opportunity to network over drinks and nibbles.

Aged Care Research & Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA)

ARIIA CEO Reuben Jacob will be at the event to tell you about the the organisation's $34 million, three-year Australian Government initiative to develop the capability of Australia's aged care workforce and translate research and innovation in real-world practice.

Connect with Reuben and his team members at the SA Insights event to learn more about this program.

Who should attend:

Leaders, educators, nursing and carers, support service providers in the Aged Care Sector.

Researchers, clinicians, entrepreneurs, founders, MTP industry professionals, commercialisation professionals, members of the Adelaide ecosystem.

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Allison Nikula bio:

Allison Nikula is the effervescent Founder of nationally awarded and internationally recognised application, CareApp.

CareApp is a powerful communication and engagement platform for care providers. It brings providers, consumers and families together to elevate the care experience. An Occupational Therapist with rare experience in both clinical healthcare and technology, Allison bridges the gap with flair and pizazz.

Allison was inspired to create CareApp when her own Grandparents needed a little extra support. Allison's family wanted to be active contributors to their care, but communication was fragmented and visibility about their care and wellbeing was poor. At the same time, Allison was leading a team of over 440 community care workers and saw that her personal experience was not unique.

CareApp was the Winner for Best Workforce Efficiency or Quality Improvement in Aged Care as well as Joint Overall Winner at the 2018 National Information Technology in Aged Care Awards. In 2019 CareApp was named as a Finalist for Technology Innovation of the Year at the Asia Pacific Eldercare Awards.

Allison was the Winner for the Emerging Innovator at the 2018 Women in Innovation Awards, 2019 Australian Top 50 Small Business Leader and 2021 40 under 40 and named the OTR Inspiring Disruptor.

Video:

Click the link and view a short video learn how the CareApp platform is connecting aged care providers and workers with families to improve the health and wellbeing of people in aged care.

CareApp - Fixe Fridays - YouTube

In the know:

Do you want to know more about the Adelaide Intermediary Program? Click the link and watch a presentation by Adelaide Intermediary Program Director Jo Close.

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Parking:

Please note nearest car parking is available at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, on Hindley Street and the Adelaide Convention Centre.

Further Information:

For more information, please contact Engagement and Communications Manager Pia Vogrin on Pia.Vogrin@mtpconnect.org.au or 0419 853 614.

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