NETworks

About the Events

NETworks swaps boardrooms for baseline rallies.

Bringing together a select group of Sydney’s leading technology executives for an afternoon of pro‑guided tennis and meaningful conversation.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or haven’t picked up a racquet since school,

NETworks is built to be inclusive. It’s about learning, connecting, and having fun in a relaxed setting with other leaders in your space

See photos and videos from our past events here: NETworks Photo Album

Event Format

Tennis Session (2 Hours)
Enjoy coaching from some of Sydney’s top tennis professionals. The session includes games, challenges, drills, and rallies designed to suit every skill level—no pressure, no egos, just a good time on court.

Networking & Hospitality
After tennis, wind down with food, drinks, and conversation at a stunning venue. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with peers, swap insights, and build relationships in a setting that’s both social and productive.

Frequency
NETworks tennis events run quarterly and spots are limited. Register early to secure your place.

Cost

We are proud to be able to offer this event for FREE to leaders in the Tech space.

Why Attend

Trade insights with peers who face the same tech challenges you do
Learn new skills from elite coaches in a relaxed, zero-ego environment
Enjoy first-class hospitality in a stunning venue & great company
Walk away with fresh ideas, valuable contacts - and maybe a sharper backhand

Who’s Coming

NETworks is invite-only and capped to ensure high-value conversations. Attendees include the likes of:

Heads of Technology
CTOs
CIOs
CISOs
CDOs
Engineering leads
Directors
Founders

All from across Sydney’s tech community!

Our Last Event

Our last event was held on the 20th March 2026 in Marrickville.

We had a great turn out of 16 in total - Founders, Ceos, CTOs, Heads of IT Strategy, Cloud and Engineering and many more all attended.

The weather held out and the vibe was great! We finished the evening with an open bar and great food.

You can find a link to some photos from the event here - NETworks Photo Album

Next Event Snapshot

Date:
June - Date TBC
Time:
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm coached tennis session
5:00 pm onwards - drinks, bites & networking
Venue:
A top Tennis venue just outside the CBD (full details provided to invitees)
Coaching:
Small‑group lessons, games, drills and challenges all hand‑picked by some of Sydney's tennis pros designed to cater to all skill levels

Your Host

NETworks is curated by Talent Aligned - a Sydney-based specialist in technology recruitment, dedicated to pairing world-class talent with forward-thinking teams.

Enjoy 50% off your first placement for NETwork members

Terms and conditions apply.

Corporate Events

Looking for a unique team or client experience?
We now offer private NETworks Corporate Events at competitive package rates.

For details, contact:leem@talent-aligned.com.au

Register your interest below:

** Discount is only available to NETwork event attendees, is subject to agreed terms being in place and is not available in conjunction to any other offer. Minimum fee of $10,000 + GST applies. For our full terms and conditions visit https://www.talent-aligned.com.au/legal_documents/terms_and_conditions**

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