Author: Jenni Hastings
Filed under: Entrepreneurship
Paws, passion and profit: alumni shaping the pet industry
Meet four alumni who have turned their passion for animals into impactful and successful careers, while helping to shape one of the world's fastest-growing industries - the pet industry.
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Filed under: Innovation
QUT research update: September 2026
See the most recent research updates from QUT this month including AI-driven solutions to lower urban heat, a $3M project to improve allergic rhinitis treatment, a new QUT-led program to strengthen leadership across Queensland's early childhood sector.
Filed under: Diversity and Inclusion
The transformative power of support animals
From the competition arena and classroom to counselling sessions and disability advocacy, QUT Alumni are harnessing the unique bond between humans and animals to help others build confidence, overcome challenges and lead fuller lives.
Filed under: Sustainability
Alumni protecting wildlife and wild places
From protecting endangered species and restoring ecosystems to advancing research and environmental advocacy, QUT alumni are helping tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our natural world.
Filed under: Leadership
Leading with curiosity: Ben Lyttle's vision for the pet industry
With two decades experience in the pet industry, Ben has witnessed the sector's transformation from a traditional category into an ecosystem driven by technology and data. In this Spotlight, he explores trends redefining the industry.
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Filed under: Innovation
QUT research update: August 2026
See the most recent research updates from QUT this month including the first-ever koala chlamydia vaccine implant inserted into a wild koala, A QUT scientist awarded one of computational mechanics highest honours and new research partnerships.
Filed under: Events
Alumni on campus: July 2026
July was a busy month on campus, with a number of alumni involved in events including QUT Open Day, the 2026 Future You Summit, CareerCon and Faculty of science Deans scholars networking Event. See our article for a round up and some photos of each event.
Filed under: Entrepreneurship
From vision to venture: insights from alumni entrepreneurs
What does it really take to turn an idea into a successful business? Alumni founders and business leaders from a range of industries share the lessons they've learned about entrepreneurship.
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From founder to CEO coach: the entrepreneurial journey of Phil Hayes-St Clair
From building multiple businesses across diverse industries to coaching CEOs and hosting a fast-growing leadership podcast, QUT alumnus Phil Hayes-St Clair has built a career around helping leaders grow with clarity, purpose and sustainability.
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The power of podcasts
QUT alumni who host their own podcasts share what inspired them to step behind the microphone, the work involved, and why podcasting has become such an influential platform for storytelling and connection.
Filed under: Events
What's on: August - September 2026
We’ve got you covered with a list of exciting events happening on and off campus this August and September, including both free and paid events for QUT Alumni.
Filed under: Innovation
QUT research update: July 2026
See the most recent research updates from QUT this month including a newly discovered tiny marsupial, a new partnership with Metro North Health and a nationwide study on critical knowledge gaps in child and adolescent cancer care.