This article reflects Unearthed's early work with hackathons.

Today, Unearthed operates as an open innovation partner to the mining and resources sector. We run open innovation challenges, conduct global technology scouting, and help companies connect with deployable solutions to real operational problems.

Hackathons were a starting point. Industry impact is the focus now.

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You are the Champions

October 10, 2017 Events 2

Since 2014, Unearthed has enjoyed engaging with over 3000 individuals who form part of an incredibly talented and ever-expanding global network of innovators.

Comprised of students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, startups and small to medium-sized enterprises, we are super excited about fostering continued growth and opportunities for the community.

In order to make sure we continue to do what we can to support you, our community, we have drafted these values:

Unearthed Community Values

Find out how we are committed to each of these values in the Medium article here.

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