2026 QLD Pearcey CICTA Awards TABLE OF 10

Join us for an inspiring evening, hosted by Iyari Cavellos, CEO and Co-founder, Nucleo Group and Chair of Women in Technolgy in celebrating innovation, leadership, and emerging talent in Queensland’s digital technology sector.  

On this must-attend evening in the industry's calendar, the recipients of the following prestigious awards will be announced: 

• 2026 Pearcey Queensland Entrepreneur Award 
• 2026 CICTA Pearcey Rising Star Award  

Hon. Steve Minnikin, Minister for Customer Service and Open Data and Minister for Small and Family Business is attending and will address the audience and present the two awards. 

DATE: Tuesday 6 October 2026

TIME: Pre-dinner drinks and canapes from 6:15pm; to be seated for a 7:00pm start

VENUE:Petrie Room, The Beetson Hotel, 33 Caxton St, Petrie Terrace. 

PARKING: There is some on-street parking in the vacinity, or Secure Parking at The Barracks is a 2 minute walk away. 

TICKETS: Table of 10 for the price of 9 - Early Bird $1,125 (until 1 September), or $1,260 includes pre-dinner canapés, a 3 course meal and drinks (wine, beer and soft drinks). Corporate tables will have signage with organisation's logo. . 

For those purchasing a Table of 10, a guest list must be provided to the organiser by COB on  Friday 25 September and include guest names, organisation (if applicable, for name badge) and any dietary requirements. 

The Beetson Hotel is offering dinner guests a 20% discount on accommodation. Please use this link to book at the discounted rate. 

NOTE: if you wish to purchase individual tickets, please use the following link https://www.pearcey.org.au/event-rsvp/2026-qld-pearcey-cicta-awards-dinner/

Cancellation Policy

• Any cancellations prior to 4pm on Monday 28 September are fully refundable.
• Any cancellations after 4pm on Monday 28 September are generally not refundable, however you may nominate another person to attend in your place. Please note that while we will try our best to accommodate any requests for special dietary requirements, this is at the discretion of the venue after this date.
• Any requests for cancellations and name changes must be given in writing to [email protected]

Privacy Policy

• The information collected during this booking will be used for purposes directly related to organising and running this dinner (such as managing seating, dietary requirements, and emailing event updates)
• Additionally, by purchasing a ticket to this dinner, you agree that the Pearcey Foundation may add your email address to our mailing list to keep you informed about our upcoming events, awards, and news.You will have option to unsubscribe at any time.