Brisbane-based AgTech consultant Britta Marsh, an associate at Fortitude Valley venture capital firm 77 Partners, has been awarded the Liz Alexander Bursary for Leadership in AgTech and Innovation.
Professional Background In AgTech And Investment
Britta Marsh secured the bursary, which provides $3,000 to support her attendance at evokeAG 2026 in Melbourne as part of Team Queensland. The event is recognised as a leading agrifood innovation gathering in the Asia Pacific region.
Ms Marsh is an associate at 77 Partners. The firm is described as Queensland-based and focused on venture capital investment.
She has worked with more than 200 AgTech startups nationally, including more than 50 based in Queensland. Her work supports founders in validating markets, connecting with producers and progressing towards commercialisation and early-stage investment readiness.
In addition to her investment role, Ms Marsh serves on the Australian Agritech Association’s National Committee and is involved in program design and ecosystem development across Queensland’s agricultural sector.
Recognition Of Industry Contribution
The Liz Alexander Bursary recognises emerging leaders contributing to AgTech innovation in Queensland. Managed by the Department of Primary Industries, it is delivered annually and provides funding for attendance at evokeAG to facilitate industry engagement and knowledge exchange.
Ms Marsh was recognised for her contribution to strengthening regional, producer-led innovation pathways within the state’s AgTech landscape.
Legacy Of Liz Alexander
The bursary honours the legacy of Liz Alexander, an AgTech advocate from Emerald in Central Queensland who played a key role in shaping the state’s agricultural innovation ecosystem. Her work included involvement in initiatives such as AgFrontier and i4Connect, along with board roles including Cotton Australia, Plant Health Australia and QRIDA.
Liz Alexander passed away in July 2024 at age 51 following complications related to cancer treatment.
The bursary continues her focus on collaboration, leadership and innovation within Queensland’s primary industries, with broader industry goals including lifting primary production output to $30 billion by 2030.
Published 13-Feb-2026
