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FEB 28
2023
VIRTUAL OR MELBOURNE
FULL DAY
9 AM - 6 PM
APPLICATIONS CLOSED!
WATCH THE HACKHEATS LIVE!
WATCH THE HACKHEATS LIVE!
Register to join the official 2023 HackGames livestream @ 4pm AEDT on the 28th of February.
Attend the live stream to go into the running to WIN a retailer double-pass to the All-Star Bash (valued at $998)
FEB 28,
2023
VIRTUAL OR
MELBOURNE
FULL DAY
9 AM - 7 PM
TEAM SPONSORS
WHY ATTEND THE GRAND FINALE
Listen to 6 curated solution pitches and gain insight from some of the brightest minds in retail.
Hear the judges’ feedback and have your say by voting for the People’s Choice Award.
Go into the draw to WIN our lucky door prize!
LUCKY DOOR PRIZE!
Attend the live stream to go into the running to WIN a retailer double-pass to the All-Star Bash
Valued at $998
PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD
Have your say and the People's Choice Award receivers will WIN an Inside Retail Annual Professional Subscription (digital only)
Valued at $343
WHAT IS THE HACKGAMES®?
HackGames® is APAC’s first retail hackathon
an all-day event whereby you and other industry thinkers, legends and leaders are split into teams and tasked with solving an emerging industry challenge.
WORK IN RETAIL OR ECOMM? YOU PLAY FOR FREE!
HERE'S HOW THE HACKGAMES WORKS
APPLY TO PLAY
Complete two-step application process - we promise it takes less than 5 minutes!
TEAM SELECTION
In February, we'll pick the teams, notify players and send out your bespoke HackPack in the mail.
GET READY
One week out all players will receive a short briefing video, problem statement and access to your team.
HACKGAMES
On the 28th of Feb, teams will come together to work through a problem-solving process.
WHAT HAPPENS ON HACK DAY?
On February 28th 48 retail and eCommerce all-stars will enter the HackGames arena!
Led by a champion team leader, teams will come together, online or in the Melbourne HackHub.
Teams will use a four-step design thinking process to unpack a retail scenario related to our 2023 theme.
With the help of your team leader and roaming mentors, you will ideate, vote and refine your solution idea.
Teams will deliver a 3-minute pitch to a panel of judges and our HackGames winners for 2023 will be crowned.
Our top 3 teams as voted by the judges will then be granted the opportunity to pitch at Inside Retail's Retail Academy on the 1st of March!
Brain fuel (aka food and drinks), prizes and an endless supply of stickie notes are on us!
JOIN US AT
MELBOURNE HACKHUB
MicDrop South Melbourne
Level 5/111 Cecil St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Join us in the Melbourne HackHub for a day of competition and collaboration. Brain fuel (drinks and food), templates, costumes and an endless supply of stickie notes are on us!
FOOD & DRINKS ARE ON US!
HACKGAMES HALL OF FAME
HACKGAMES HALL OF FAME
We are looking for a true diversity of skills and experience in our players. You don't need to be a tech head!
WELCOME TO RETAIL'S
BIGGEST PLAYGROUND
BEHIND THE SCENES OF HACKGAMES
Before HackGames enters its fourth year, let's relive the magic of HackGames 2022!
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WHY JOIN THE HACKGAMES?
WHY JOIN THE HACKGAMES?
The HackGames evolved from our desire to bring industry leaders and solution providers together to innovate and problem-solve for success.
COLLABORATE
Tap into the rich experience and expertise of our industry.
COMPETE
Join shoulder-to-shoulder to go head-to-head with the very best in the retail biz.
NETWORK
A place for uncensored conversation where retailers and providers unite.
LEARN
A masterclass in design thinking and cross-functional teams.
⚠ The HackGames is free to play for retailers and packed with perks.
And the best part? You don’t need to be ‘techy’ to play!
PLAYER APPLICATIONS CLOSE IN
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FEB 28
2023
VIRTUAL OR
MELBOURNE
FULL DAY
9 AM - 6 PM
FEB 28,
2023
VIRTUAL OR
MELBOURNE
FULL DAY
9 AM - 7 PM
WORK IN RETAIL OR ECOMM? YOU PLAY FOR FREE!
GET ACCESS TO:
HACKPACK VALUED AT OVER $250
COCKTAILS & NETWORKING
OVER $10,000
IN PRIZES
MENTORING WITH INDUSTRY EXPERTS
FAQ
WHAT IS MY EXPECTED INVOLVEMENT?
The HackGames is an event experience like no other. If successful, you will be expected to watch the pre-recorded Kick Off (30 minutes) and attend the full-day event on the 28th of February, virtually or from the Melbourne HackHub.
The top three teams as voted by the judges will do a second 3-minute pitch in the afternoon of March 1st.
TELL ME ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Don't stress, you won't need to write a Pulitzer Prize-worthy essay to land one of the sought-after spots in the final HackGames player list!
The application process is made up of 6 short discovery questions. Show us where your industry-related skills lie, what you're passionate about and your unique spark of genius.
Players will be notified shortly after applications close.
ARE YOU WORKING WITH A SMALLER BUDGET IN 2023? YOU'RE CERTAINLY NOT ALONE!
This theme will focus on how we can apply creative ingenuity to continue to innovate and drive growth, even during economic uncertainty. It's about reframing the retail challenge
HOW MUCH TIME DO I NEED TO COMMIT?
Great question! Successful players will need to commit 30 minutes to watch a pre-recorded video in the week before the event. You've then got one full day of hacking and celebration on the 28th (9 - 6pm). The top 3 teams, as selected by our judges, will then progress through to the Grand Finale on March 1st. If not already in attendance at Inside Retail's Academy event, players will only be required to come in during the afternoon (1 - 2:15pm).
WHO CAN APPLY TO PLAY?
Short answer, retail owners or employees.
The longer answer, we are looking for a diverse mix of pure-play, omnichannel and bricks and mortar retailers.
Solution provider applications will be excluded.
WHAT IS A HYBRID EVENT?
Remember the good old days when we could see each other....in person?! Well, they're back!
For the first time ever, several of the HackGames teams will be joining us LIVE from our HackHub in Melbourne. That means cocktails, lunch and a whole lot of elbow bumping.
DO I NEED TO BE TECHNICAL?
Absolutely not! We are looking for a diverse range of skills from all roles within the retail sphere!
We only ask that you are an eager collaborator who enjoys sharing ideas and insight.
FREE STUFF?! WHAT'S IN THE HACKPACK?
In this increasingly virtual world, we really wanted to leave a lasting physical touch....in a non-creepy way!
Your HackPack will be packed with cheeky treats, tools and resources designed to draw out your best and brightest ideas.
You can take a sneak peek at last year's care pack here.
FEB 28,
2023
VIRTUAL OR
MELBOURNE
FULL DAY
9 AM - 7 PM
FEB 28
2023
VIRTUAL OR
MELBOURNE
FULL DAY
9 AM - 6 PM
2023 THEME
THE RETAIL RENAISSANCE
The Resurgence of Creative Ingenuity for Lean Innovation During Economic Uncertainty.
For decades, Australian retail has depended on creative ingenuity, agility and sheer grit to compete against international juggernauts, defy the odds, and make magic happen time again.
Looking ahead, the greatest challenge for retailers will be in how you continue to evolve to meet customer and employee expectations, all whilst remaining lean in a bid to instil resilience and hold onto profit margins.
WHY IT'S WORTH SOLVING
"Difficult economic times, often spur great periods of creativity and invention." - Carisa Bianchi
Our 2023 HackGames is a call to arms for creative thinkers who want to turn lemons into lemonade. We will be looking for fresh ideas to make your resources more valuable, and champion innovation and outstanding talent within your organisations..
NOT A RETAILER BUT WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
It's not often that retailers get to connect with solution providers outside of sales, customer success and service. The HackGames is your opportunity to genuinely connect. Promote your brand as a thought leader to a highly-engaged audience of leading retail players. Think Retailer Awards, Top 50 People in Ecomm and more!
Unite with industry-leading solution providers, retailers and media to lead the innovation charge, turn up the creativity dial and achieve a common goal.
Gain an honest, uncensored take on the unique worries, questions and desires of your key target audience.
EPIC CONNECTIONS FOR IMPACTFUL SOLUTIONS
FEB 28,
2023
VIRTUAL OR
MELBOURNE
FULL DAY
9 AM - 7 PM
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