Ignite+ Commercialisation and Growth program

Purpose and Program Overview

The Ignite+ Commercialisation and Growth program supports Queensland businesses. It aims to help innovative, high-growth businesses with market-ready products, services, or processes. The program works to strengthen key industries and diversify the Queensland economy.

This initiative helps Queensland businesses compete in domestic and global markets. It provides non-financial support, including expert mentoring and strategic insights. The program does not offer a direct funding pool.

The broader role of this program is to build capability within Queensland’s innovation ecosystem. It connects businesses with industry leaders and resources for ongoing development.

Key Grant Details

• Grant Amount or Funding Range: This program offers non-financial support, not direct monetary grants. Support includes a two-day lab, 12 hours of business mentoring, and access to online resources.
• Application Open and Close Dates: Expressions of Interest are open. They close on 14 February 2025 at 1:00 PM.
• Eligible Industries or Business Types: Innovative, high-growth Queensland businesses with a market-ready product, service, or process.
• Required Co-contributions: Not specified. No financial co-contribution is mentioned for participation.
• Location/State/Territory Applicability: Queensland. The Commercialisation, Strategy and Insights Lab is held in Brisbane.

Priority Sectors

The grant is open to a broad range of sectors. It targets businesses focused on innovation and growth that can strengthen Queensland industries and diversify the economy.

Funding Scope

This program provides non-financial support. It does not have minimum or maximum monetary amounts per stream. The program runs from March to November 2025. It includes a two-day lab, tailored business mentoring, and access to online resources.

Eligibility Criteria

Key requirements for applicants include:

• Being an innovative, high-growth Queensland business.
• Having a market-ready product, service, or process.
• Ability to attend the Commercialisation, Strategy and Insights Lab in Brisbane on 10 and 11 March 2025.
• Specific business structure, size, turnover, insurance, or ABN/GST status are not detailed in the program overview. Businesses should check the full guidelines for these.

Eligible Activities and Expenses

Ignite+ Commercialisation and Growth program supports participation in its structured activities. These include:

• Attending the two-day Commercialisation, Strategy and Insights Lab.
• Engaging in 12 hours of tailored business mentoring.
• Utilising curated online resources for business development.
• Participating in networking opportunities with industry leaders.

Assessment Process

This program operates on a competitive Expression of Interest basis. The selection process likely considers the business’s innovation, growth potential, and market readiness. Strategic alignment with the program’s objectives to strengthen and diversify the Queensland economy will also be a factor.

Recent Program Updates

Expressions of Interest for this program are currently open. The program is scheduled to run from March to November 2025. No other specific updates regarding increased funding or changes to rules are noted.

Application Tips

Double-check all eligibility criteria before applying. Prepare key documents in advance. Align your proposal with government priorities for innovation and economic diversification. Demonstrate your business’s capability, expected outcomes, and benefits.

Where to Get Help

Consider consulting with a professional grant specialist like Pattens Group. We offer initial assessments to review your business’s eligibility and evaluate how well your project aligns with the grant’s objectives. You can also visit relevant government websites for application templates and further guidance.