This week lunch meeting will be held on Wednesday 12.30pm for 1.00pm at the..MG Suite One, L3 Riverbank Stand, Adelaide Oval, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide

Please book on our website by Monday October 19 12am to secure your place! Welcome Desk payment by Card only!

Guest Speaker Joe Collins, Sliding Doors Foundation 

Helping the young leaders of tomorrow, overcome the challenges they face today 

Joe Collins was the Founder and Executive Chairman of global software company, Camms.  His success has been recognised globally, having built a highly respected international software company with offices across multiple continents.  Since exiting Camms through a private equity sale in 2023 , Joe has been active in the AI start up world with his latest entrepreneurial venture (diviglobal.ai) already successfully entering  the North American market.

Growing up in regional Australia, Joe attributes much of his success to a pivotal opportunity early in life: receiving a government cadetship that enabled him to attend the University of South Australia full-time while receiving a living allowance to help cover education and living expenses. This opportunity not only supported his studies but also allowed him to relocate to the city and pursue tertiary education.

As his career progressed, Joe became increasingly aware that unemployment can be an intergenerational challenge and that attitudes towards education often vary significantly between families and communities.

To help address this, the Sliding Doors Foundation was established and personally seed-funded by the Collins Family Trust, which has generously contributed $1 million to launch this Public  Ancillary Fund. The Foundation exists to empower young people to reach their full potential. Through financial assistance, it improves access to education and helps build leadership capacity among young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Joe's vision is to create opportunities that can deliver life-changing outcomes, recognising that success is often shaped by pivotal "sliding doors" moments. By supporting talented young people who may otherwise face barriers to opportunity, the Foundation aims to help the next generation realise their potential and pursue brighter futures.

 Don't forget to give to the Virtual Community Bowl this week by clicking on...  Community Projects Appeal

Please note the venue - MG Suite One, L3 Riverbank Stand, Adelaide Oval, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide