Buzz Palmer

Professor Buzz Palmer is the Enterprise Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Melbourne, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. He serves as Director for Program Design and Development in the Innovation and Enterprise Directorate and is a member of the Innovation and Enterprise Steering Committee. Recognized as one of Australia’s most prominent voices in health entrepreneurship and medical technology innovation, Professor Palmer co-founded the MedTech Actuator in 2018 and acts as its CEO. He maintains strong involvement in various venture capital initiatives and technology or product development projects. Through these roles, he contributes significantly to the university's efforts in fostering innovation within the health sector.

Professor Palmer brings a background in orthopaedic and regenerative medicine, complemented by a proven track record as an entrepreneur spanning the EU, India, Africa, the Arabian Gulf, and Asia Pacific regions. He has successfully built his own ventures and consulted with over 500 startups, aiding them in securing more than $150 million in funding. His global perspective enables him to strategically advance innovative medical solutions that yield substantial societal impact, particularly in healthcare innovation and commercialisation. As a regular advisor to governments across all levels, Professor Palmer is dedicated to catalysing innovation and empowering the founders who advance it. His work bridges academic research and practical application, promoting the development of medical technologies that address real-world challenges in health and medicine.