Forge Roadshow Brisbane: Where Innovation Meets Real Connection

Where Innovation Meets Real Connection

The Forge Roadshow 2025 ignited in Brisbane with energy that was anything but ordinary. Held during the Brisbane Truck Show, the event wasn’t just a networking opportunity—it was a living, breathing example of what happens when curiosity, courage, and collaboration collide. From axe-throwing to micro-presentations, from beer-fuelled insights to serious business breakthroughs, Forge once again delivered on its promise: to create a space where relationships aren’t just formed—they’re forged.

🛠️ Built for Connection, Not Convention

Forget stuffy booths and stale pitches. Forge Brisbane was designed for those who are tired of the same-old event experience. With a mix of curated guest lists, intelligent conversations, and a healthy dose of fun, it brought together emerging businesses, innovators, and operational leaders across construction, transport, and field services.

As Phill Da Cruz, Head of Strategic Partnerships and Event Coordinator at Forge, put it:

“Forge is about sparking more than just conversations. It’s about shifting the mindset—from transactional to transformational. What we saw in Brisbane was a room full of leaders ready to build something better.”

🎯 A Tribe of Action-Takers

The event kicked off with the exclusive Intimate Forge Experience, where industry experts—brought in by partners—took part in team-building games, high-velocity axe throwing, and a punchy insight session on signal-based growth. This wasn’t a seminar. It was a challenge to think differently, act boldly, and stay curious in a world moving at lightning speed.

One of the standout features? The organic, unforced nature of the conversations. By the time the Forge Drinks & Tucker evening session began, the room was already alive with momentum.

⚡ A Catalyst for Collaboration

With over 50 attendees enjoying Viking pizza boards, drinks, and Viking-inspired mini-games, Forge Brisbane offered a rare environment where cross-industry partnerships formed naturally. Companies weren’t just networking—they were strategising, co-creating, and laying the groundwork for digital transformation.

It wasn’t long before post-event stories started pouring in: from joint ventures sparked over a slice of pizza to new client opportunities unlocked through shared insights.

Courtney Smith, Forge’s Event Director, reflected on the energy in the room:

“Forge isn’t about gathering for the sake of it. It’s a space where people show up curious, leave empowered, and most importantly—feel seen. Brisbane proved that when you build with intention, the impact is real.”

🧭 The Forge Ethos: Connection. Curiosity. Commercial Impact.

What makes Forge different isn’t just the setting or the games—it’s the values baked into every part of the experience. This isn’t your typical schmoozefest. Forge Roadshow Brisbane embodied the core pillars that guide everything we do:

• Connection: Attendees came away with new business relationships, not business cards.
• Curiosity: From exploring AI-enabled BD strategies to hearing fresh perspectives on operational efficiency, minds were opened.
• Commercial Impact: Real conversations led to real results. Several businesses have already begun collaborations since the event.

Whether it was suppliers seeking better client engagement strategies or emerging businesses wanting to digitise their operations, Forge was the bridge.

🪓 Axe Throwing with Purpose (Yes, Really)

We know—axe throwing and business don’t usually go hand-in-hand. But at Forge, every element serves a purpose. These competitive, light-hearted moments created trust fast. They reminded everyone that sometimes, stepping out of the boardroom and into the arena is exactly what innovation needs.

And let’s face it—there’s something primal and satisfying about smashing targets while talking transformation.

💬 What’s Next?

Brisbane may have been the first stop, but the roadshow is only just beginning. Next up: Melbourne. Then Sydney. And each time, we’ll build on the lessons, energy, and outcomes that made Brisbane such a standout.

If you missed this round, don’t worry—there are more chances to join the tribe. Whether you’re a tech supplier, an ops manager, or someone who simply wants to reimagine how relationships are formed in business, Forge is your place. You can even catch a glimpse of the energy and ideas shared in our slide deck from the night to see what you missed.

🙌 Join the Movement

Forge isn’t a moment. It’s a movement. One that blends people, purpose, and play to drive real change in traditional industries. If you’re ready to stop chasing leads and start building relationships that matter, Forge is calling.

Stay curious. Stay bold. And we’ll see you at the next one.

🛡️ Want to be part of the next Forge experience?

🎟️ Grab your tickets for Melbourne: https://events.humanitix.com/forge-roadshow-melbourne-2025

✉️ Register your interest for Sydney: https://forgesummit.com.au/forgesummit-roadshow-sydney/