First Pivot Queensland
3 Programs at First Pivot Queensland
Pitch Festival Queensland
The Pitch Festival is First Pivot's premier entrepreneurial program for primary and secondary school students, uniquely designed as an entrepreneurial sports carnival for young innovators in Years 5-10. This dynamic workshop develops essential 21st century skills while introducing students to the excitement of entrepreneurial thinking in a collaborative, competition-based format. During this immersive experience, students work in teams to develop innovative ideas through structured ideation techniques that foster creativity and problem-solving. Our expert Coaches guide participants through the innovation process, teaching them how to refine concepts, consider audience needs, and develop practical solutions to real-world challenges. The workshop culminates in our signature "mini-shark tank" pitch competition, where teams present their ideas to peers and judges. This authentic pitching experience builds confidence, communication skills, and the ability to articulate value propositions—essential capabilities for future success in any field.
Lighting The Entrepreneurial Spark In Queensland
First Pivot's Lighting The Entrepreneurial Spark Incursion brings real-world business skills directly to your classroom in a focused one-hour session. Our expert facilitators introduce students to diverse entrepreneurial paths—from social impact ventures to traditional financial enterprises—providing practical steps for students to begin their own entrepreneurial journey immediately. The program ignites students' innovative thinking by demonstrating how entrepreneurship intersects with their interests and passions. Through interactive activities, participants identify problem-solving opportunities and develop foundational business concepts that can be applied across various contexts. Available for year levels 4-10, this incursion features tailored content to suit your school's specific educational goals and student needs. The program seamlessly integrates with curriculum requirements while building essential skills in creative thinking, opportunity recognition, and business fundamentals. Lighting The Entrepreneurial Spark serves as an ideal introduction to entrepreneurial concepts, either as a standalone experience or as a gateway to our more comprehensive programs.
The MindShift Project
Unlike traditional mental health programs that focus on problems, MindShift positions students as solution-creators, making them active participants in mental wellness rather than passive recipients of information. The entrepreneurial framework transforms potentially sensitive mental health discussions into empowering business challenges. This approach appeals to schools because it delivers mental health education through action rather than lecture, creating lasting behavioral change through experiential learning.