Investors.

Venture firms, corporates, universities and agencies that fund Australian companies. Coverage is broad, not exhaustive. Reconfirm before outreach.

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808 Ventures

With offices in Perth, Silicon Valley, and London, they provide managed global investment services for high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional investors seeking opportunities with innovative technology companies.

Acorn Capital

Acorn Capital is an Australian investment firm specializing in emerging companies. Established in 1998, it offers various funds, including the Acorn Capital Investment Fund (ASX:ACQ), Acorn Capital Micro Opportunities Fund, and Acorn Capital NextGen Resources Fund. The firm focuses on innovative companies with sustainable competitive advantages and strong management teams across public and private markets. Its investment philosophy emphasizes long-term alpha generation through robust bottom-up research in less efficient markets.

Acumen Ventures

They invest across the capital continuum, from seed to scale, to help transformational companies grow. Their investments span various sectors, including education, renewable energy, and sustainable agriculture, with a geographic focus on regions such as Pakistan, West Africa, and East Africa.

Adamantem Capital

Adamantem Capital is a Sydney-based private capital firm specializing in buyouts and environmental opportunities across Australia and New Zealand. They focus on mid-market businesses with potential for transformation and high-growth companies driving the transition to a net-zero economy. Their portfolio includes 17 platform investments and over 25 add-on acquisitions, managing assets exceeding $2 billion. The firm emphasizes a partnership approach, aiming to unleash the potential in businesses, people, and teams to deliver exceptional returns.

Adcock Private Equity

Adcock Private Equity is a globally active, industry-agnostic private equity firm founded in 2010 by Brook Adcock. The firm identifies and capitalizes on emerging market opportunities driven by innovative ideas and technologies. Their support includes strategy and management, organizational and operational structure, branding and marketing, distribution, and technology. Investments include Blue Sky Alternative Investments, Canva, Cashwerkz, Ingogo, Investibles, Katasi, Lawpath, Milk & Co, Pollenizer, The One Centre, and Visionflex.

Advent Partners

Advent Partners is a growth-focused private equity firm based in Australia. They partner with founders and entrepreneurs of market-leading companies to scale and reach the next stage of success. Their investment approach emphasizes long-term, active involvement to align objectives between founders, companies, and management teams. They invest in people and the opportunities they create.

AfterWork Ventures

AfterWork Ventures is a community-led venture capital fund based in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on seed and pre-seed investments in tech-enabled companies with ambitions for over $100 million in revenue. They invest in a sector-agnostic manner, with cheque sizes ranging from $100,000 to $500,000, and are supported by a community of over 100 tech operators. Their portfolio includes companies like PropHero, Lyka, Klikit, and Samphire Neuroscience.

AirTree Ventures

AirTree Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Australia and New Zealand, investing in early-stage technology companies across various sectors. They offer programs like Pioneer and Explorer to support emerging founders and investors. Their portfolio includes companies such as Airwallex, Canva, and Employment Hero.

Alberts Impact Ventures

Alberts Impact Ventures is an Australian investor focusing on early-stage impact-driven companies across four thematic areas: equality, vibrant culture, healthy minds, and sustainable environment. Their portfolio includes companies such as Abby Health, AirRobe, Amber, Baymatob, and Bygen. The firm is based in Sydney, Australia.

Alceon Private Equity

Alceon Private Equity is a division of Alceon, a multi-strategy alternative investment manager based in Australia. They specialize in providing strategic capital to founder-led and family-owned businesses, focusing on mid-market companies seeking growth without fixed exit timelines. Their portfolio includes investments in sectors such as engineering, agriculture, industrials, healthcare, facilities management, and childcare. Alceon has invested $530 million in 17 deals over the last 15 years, achieving a net investor IRR of approximately 42% and a cash multiple of around 1.8x as of December 31, 2025.

Alchemy Ventures

Alchemy Ventures is a conditionally registered ESVCLP Fund investing in early to later stage mining, financial, agricultural, and consumer technology opportunities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. Their portfolio includes Two Up Labs, a company they incubate.

Alium Alpha Fund

The Alium Alpha Fund, launched in 2016, is a private investment fund managed by Alium Capital Management. It focuses on investing in private technology and innovation companies, providing later-stage funding to founders aiming to scale and potentially list on the ASX or pursue M&A opportunities. The fund has a 10-year track record with nearly 40 exits to date and is currently in a harvesting phase.

Alium Capital

Alium Capital is a Sydney-based investment firm specializing in technology and innovation companies across private, secondary, and public markets. Their focus includes areas such as AI, cloud and data-driven initiatives, business and IT automation, health and biotech, advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity and risk management, robotics, and enterprise IoT. The firm has a track record since 2016 with almost 40 exits, including IPOs and strategic and financial stakeholder outcomes. They aim to generate strong long-term returns with a focus on liquidity.

Alium Innovation Fund

Alium Innovation Fund is a private investment fund managed by Alium Capital Management, focusing on technology and innovation companies in Australia and New Zealand. The fund primarily invests in private companies (60-70%), with allocations in secondary investments (20-30%) and listed companies (10%). It targets sectors such as AI, cloud and data-driven initiatives, business and IT automation, health and biotech, advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity and risk management, robotics, and enterprise IoT. The fund aims to generate strong long-term returns and liquidity outcomes, with a track record since 2016, including almost 40 exits through IPOs, strategic, and financial stakeholder outcomes.

Allegro Funds

Allegro Funds is a private equity fund manager with over 22 years of experience in Australia and New Zealand. They focus on transforming businesses through Active Complex Transformation, targeting complex situations across stressed and constrained companies. Their portfolio spans diverse industries, including logistics, education, energy, and professional services, with assets under management totaling $4.9 billion. Allegro Funds employs over 20,000 people and generates over $6 billion in annual revenue across its portfolio companies.

AMB Capital Partners

AMB Capital Partners is a family office investment vehicle based in Sydney, Australia, founded in 2010. It invests in real assets and operating businesses across sectors including real estate, healthcare, resources, energy, infrastructure, communications, and financial services. The firm focuses on generalist technology investments and operates primarily within Australia and Oceania.

Anchorage Capital Partners

Anchorage Capital Partners is a specialized private equity firm based in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on investing in businesses with strong market positions and significant potential, particularly those in complex situations or requiring transformation. They primarily target middle-market companies with revenues exceeding $100 million, operating across various industries such as heavy industrials, retail, and financial services technology. Their investment approach emphasizes collaborative relationships with management teams and the application of an operational framework to drive positive, sustainable change.

Antler Australia

Antler Australia is a venture capital firm that supports early-stage startups in Australia. They offer an 8-week residency program twice a year, providing pre-seed funding, coaching, and access to a global network of founders and investors. Their portfolio includes over 100 companies across various sectors, including enterprise SaaS, digital platforms, services, and fintech. More information is available at.

Apex Capital

Apex Capital is a private investment firm focused on providing long-term growth capital to exceptional founders revolutionizing the financial services landscape. They invest at relatively early stages, offering capital, time, know-how, and network to financial services and fintech companies. Their approach emphasizes deep technical, operational, and regulatory knowledge in the financial services sector. Apex Capital is based in Australia.

Archangel Ventures

Archangel Ventures is an Australian venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments, particularly at the pre-seed stage. Their portfolio includes companies in sectors such as AI, ConTech, and Deeptech. Archangel Ventures is based in Australia.

Archer Capital

Archer Capital is an Australian private equity firm established in 1997, with 100% Australian ownership. The firm has invested $2.5 billion in 31 businesses across sectors such as consumer, healthcare, and services. Archer Capital focuses on growth platforms, aligning with founders and managers, and capitalizing on favorable industry dynamics. Notable partnerships include Rebel, Healthe Care, and Illion.

Artesian

Artesian is a global alternative investment management firm specializing in public and private debt, venture capital, and impact investment strategies. Founded in 2004, it manages assets for government organizations, pension and superannuation funds, insurance companies, corporations, industry groups, financial planners, and family offices. Artesian operates in multiple global centers, including Austin, New York, London, Singapore, Jakarta, Shanghai, Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney. The firm emphasizes impact, innovation, resilience, integrity, collaboration, and sustainability in its operations.

Artesian Global Agrifood VC Fund

The Artesian Global Agrifood VC Fund is a venture capital fund managed by Artesian, focusing on investing in a diversified portfolio of global AgriFood startups with an emphasis on sustainable agriculture and food security. The fund aims to invest in approximately 100-200 seed to Series A stage AgriFood startups over a 5-year period, targeting a greater than 20% internal rate of return (IRR). It has a 10-year duration, with a 5-year investment period, and has the capacity for up to $200 million in funds under management (FUM) from institutional, corporate, and family office limited partners (LPs) seeking diversified AgriFood startup exposure and a pre-screened, de-risked pipeline of later-stage investments. The fund plans to invest approximately $40-50 million per year for 5 years, generally taking equity stakes in each startup but may also use other instruments such as convertible notes and venture debt.

Artesian Green & Sustainable Bond Fund

The Artesian Green & Sustainable Bond Fund is an investment fund managed by Artesian Capital Management, focusing on a diversified portfolio of liquid, investment-grade green, sustainable, and social bonds issued by Australasian and global entities. The fund aims to provide investors with returns comparable to traditional bond funds while supporting sustainable initiatives. It is open to wholesale and retail investors in Australia and New Zealand. The fund has been recognized with awards such as the Best New Ethical Fund 2024 at the Mindful Money Awards and the Australian Sustainability Fund Manager of the Year at the Kanganews Awards.

Aura Ventures

Aura Ventures is a seed-stage venture capital firm specializing in technology-enabled companies across Australia and New Zealand. Since 2013, they have supported over 21 companies, focusing on sectors such as data analytics, education, healthcare, fintech, workflow automation, and supply chain. Their typical investment size ranges from $0.5 million to $2.0 million. Notable portfolio companies include Shippit, Catapult, and Gamurs.

Australian Business Growth Fund

The Australian Business Growth Fund (ABGF) is Australia's only purpose-built growth capital fund dedicated to investing in entrepreneurs and disruptors across the SME sector. Established with an initial capital of $540 million, ABGF operates as a public-private partnership between the Federal Government and six leading banks. The fund provides flexible growth capital to Australian SMEs, facilitating expansion into new markets, product development, mergers and acquisitions, and succession planning. ABGF's team comprises experienced business leaders, strategists, and finance professionals committed to supporting investee companies to thrive.

Australian Investment Network

Australian Investment Network is an Australian-based platform connecting entrepreneurs seeking investment with investors possessing capital, connections, and expertise to drive business success. The platform facilitates connections across various industries, including technology, energy, software, property, medical sciences, food and beverage, finance, retail, manufacturing, entertainment, and more. Entrepreneurs and investors can join the network to build lasting and profitable relationships, fostering better businesses and brighter futures. The platform has been featured in reputable publications such as Forbes, TechCrunch, Bloomberg, Business Insider, BBC, Financial Times, The Times, The Guardian, Entrepreneur, and Startups.

Australian Retirement Trust QIC Ventures

QIC Ventures is a Queensland-based venture capital firm that invests in companies from pre-seed through to Series C+. As part of QIC Private Equity, it has invested in over 80 innovative companies since 2016, including Go1, Gilmour Space Technologies, and VALD. The firm leverages deep networks with government, universities, research institutes, accelerators, and venture capital funds to source attractive investment opportunities. It is thematically agnostic and partners with investors to support a collaborative, sustainable, and successful venture capital industry in Australia.

Bailador Technology Investments

Bailador Technology Investments is a growth capital fund focused on the information technology sector, managed by an experienced team with a strong track record and demonstrated sector expertise. The fund invests $5-20 million in equity into companies with a proven business model, established revenues, and excellent growth prospects. Bailador typically takes minority investments with board representation and close involvement with management and founders. Investors in Bailador access growth-stage investment in a very attractive sector through a diversified and actively managed portfolio.

Beaten Zone Venture Capital

Beaten Zone Venture Partners is an Australian venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in sovereign defence and space technologies. They focus on enhancing Australia's strategic advantage in sovereign manufacturing, critical technologies, defence readiness, and space capabilities. The firm operates across the five warfighting domains: Sea, Land, Air, Space, and Cyber, emphasizing lethality, survivability, and defendability. Their portfolio includes companies like Arkeus, HEO, and Zendir.

BGH Capital

BGH Capital is an independent private equity firm founded in 2017 by Robin Bishop, Ben Gray, and Simon Harle. The firm invests in mid-market companies in Australia and New Zealand, partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams to build strong, sustainable, market-leading businesses. The firm manages approximately A$6.8 billion in funds and has made 16 portfolio company investments. BGH Capital is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.

Biomedical Translation Fund

The Biomedical Translation Fund (BTF) is an Australian Government initiative that provides venture capital to early-stage biomedical companies. Managed by licensed private sector fund managers, the BTF aims to develop and commercialise biomedical discoveries into tangible products, services, and outcomes. The fund has a total of $501.25 million, comprising $250 million from Commonwealth capital and $251.25 million from private sector capital. The program is administered by AusIndustry on behalf of the Department of Health.

Bioscience Managers

BioScience Managers is an international healthcare investment firm specializing in financing and supporting innovative science and technology aimed at transforming healthcare. With offices in Melbourne, Australia, and London, U. K., they focus on genomic medicine, paediatrics, and digital technologies to address significant unmet medical needs globally. Their portfolio includes companies like Bioxyne, MIP Diagnostics, Nexvet, Biota, Pharmaxis, Armata Pharmaceuticals, Humanetix, and AVITA Medical.

Birchal

Birchal is a licensed crowd-sourced funding (CSF) intermediary in Australia, authorised by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) to operate an online platform where companies can raise capital by offering shares to investors. As of 2021, Birchal has hosted over 130 successful CSF offers, raising over $100 million since the CSF regime commenced in 2018. The platform enables both retail and wholesale investors to invest in startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through equity crowdfunding. Birchal is regulated by ASIC and holds an Australian financial services licence to provide CSF services.

Birchal

Birchal is an Australian equity crowdfunding platform that connects businesses with investors, enabling companies to raise capital by offering shares to the public. As a licensed crowd-sourced funding intermediary authorized by ASIC, Birchal operates under the Australian financial services license AFSL 502618. The platform has facilitated over $234 million in funds raised across 324 campaigns, with more than 137,000 individual investments since its inception eight years ago. The company is headquartered in Australia.

Birchal First Fund

Birchal First is a wholesale investor syndicate dedicated to Australian hardware technology. They partner lead cheques with the power of the crowd to fund ambitious founders solving real-world problems. Their focus includes sectors such as medical devices, clean energy, mobility, agtech, and advanced manufacturing. Membership is open exclusively to wholesale investors, in line with regulatory requirements.

Black Sheep Capital

Black Sheep Capital is an Australian early-stage venture investor focusing on pre-seed, seed, and Series A investments in scalable technology companies. They provide hands-on support to exceptional founders with deep domain expertise. Their typical investment sizes are $100,000 for pre-seed, $250,000 for seed, and $500,000 for Series A. The portfolio includes companies like Profit Peak, Haast, Brainfish, Appetise, Beamible, Aerotruth, modo, Curious Thing, Book An Artist, Llama Life, Dataro, and Airball.

Blackbird

Blackbird is an Australian and New Zealand-based venture capital firm investing in a wide range of technologies, from software to space, united by the biggest of ambitions. Their portfolio includes over 130 companies, such as Canva, Zoox, SafetyCulture, Culture Amp, and Halter. Blackbird supports founders from the earliest stages through to beyond IPO, with a portfolio valued over $9 billion. They focus on system-wide impact, community building, and providing belief and support to founders throughout their journey.

Boson Ventures

Boson Ventures is an Australian deep-tech venture capital firm investing in pre-seed to Series A companies across sectors such as bio & medical, advanced manufacturing, AI & robotics, and climate & energy. They offer structural access into Greater China, providing a unique advantage for Australian deep-tech startups.

Brandon Capital

Brandon Capital is Australasia's leading life science venture capital firm, with a strong global presence supported by key partnerships and team members across the US and UK. Through collaboration and investment, they transform promising medical research breakthroughs into medical therapies that improve patients' lives. They have supported more than 50 start-up companies to date, the majority of which were founded by them. Their team comprises professionals with technical, business, and operational experience, partnering with entrepreneurs to maximize the success of life science companies.

Breakthrough Victoria

Breakthrough Victoria is a private investment company established in 2021 to provide patient capital and investment that impacts Victoria's economy and wellbeing. It focuses on sectors such as advanced manufacturing, agri-food, clean economy, digital technologies, and health and life sciences. The company invests across the entire capital lifecycle, from research translation and pre-seed funding to venture capital and growth capital, supporting companies at various stages of growth. Breakthrough Victoria also invests in research infrastructure, shared technology facilities, research platforms, and other funds to enhance commercialization and research translation rates.

BridgeTech Ventures

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Brisbane Angels

They focus on early-stage investments in scalable, high-growth technology companies, including sectors like SaaS, AI, fintech, healthtech, and deep tech. Their portfolio spans Australia and beyond, with companies such as Kapiche, FlyFreely, Eight360, and Ferronova.

business.gov.au Grants and Programs Finder

The business.gov.au Grants and Programs Finder is an Australian government tool that helps businesses identify relevant grants and support programs. It offers a comprehensive database of over 600 opportunities from federal and state governments, allowing users to search by industry, location, business activity, and stage. The platform aims to streamline access to financial assistance and support for Australian businesses.

Cecil

Cecil is a nature data platform based in Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia, founded in 2021. It provides consistent and joinable nature datasets for spatial analysis, serving sectors requiring nature data analysis, such as environmental research and monitoring. The company offers services for users to search, refine, and analyze nature datasets, including spatial and temporal search and dataset integration.

CEM Group

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Cicada Innovations

Cicada Innovations is Australia's leading deep tech incubator, established in 2000. It supports science and technology ventures across Australia, focusing on sectors such as health, climate, energy, food, agriculture, and space. With incubators in Eveleigh, Westmead, and Melbourne, Cicada has supported over 500 deep tech ventures, which have raised $6.5 billion in funding and achieved over $1.4 billion in exits. For every public dollar invested to establish Cicada, more than $400 in economic activity has been generated, demonstrating the impact of long-term investment in deep tech. [ [ [.

Cicada Innovations

Cicada Innovations is Australia's leading deep tech incubator, providing over 25 years of support to ventures focused on addressing global challenges and opportunities. They offer purpose-built facilities, training programs, and a thriving community tailored to the unique needs of deep tech startups. For every public dollar invested to establish Cicada, more than $400 in economic activity has been generated, demonstrating the power of patient, long-term investment in deep tech.

Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC)

The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is an Australian Government-owned corporation that invests in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low emissions technologies to accelerate Australia's transition to a net zero emissions economy. CEFC's investments include large-scale solar, wind, and storage projects, as well as energy efficiency initiatives across various sectors. The corporation operates nationwide, supporting projects that contribute to Australia's decarbonisation goals.

Clean Energy Innovation Fund

The Clean Energy Innovation Fund is a specialist climate tech venture capital investor in Australia, focusing on emerging technologies and businesses with growth potential. Managed by Virescent Ventures, it invests in companies with experienced management teams, a competitive edge in technology and innovation, and the potential for both domestic and global market application of their technologies and solutions. The fund invests from pre-seed to late-stage growth capital, in deep tech and business model innovations, software and hardware.

Climate Salad / Climate Tech Partners

Climate Salad is a community of founders, investors, and supporters of sustainability solutions in Australia. They assist Australian companies in developing innovations to address global environmental challenges. Their platform includes a directory of climate tech companies and investors, and they host events and provide resources to foster collaboration and growth in the climate tech sector.

Conscious Investment Management

Conscious Investment Management is an Australia-based impact investment fund manager, established in 2019, focusing on investments that deliver positive social or environmental benefits alongside market-rate financial returns. Their portfolio includes social and affordable housing, renewables, carbon farming, and social impact bonds. The company has over $450 million in capital dedicated to impact investments, supported by more than 850 investors and 12 Impact Partners. They have been recognized as Australian Impact Asset Manager of the Year in 2022 and a responsible investment leader in 2022 and 2023.

CP Ventures

CP Ventures is a boutique venture capital firm investing globally in early-stage, highly scalable, breakthrough technology companies. Their portfolio spans sectors such as 3D printing, AI, biotechnology, and robotics, with investments in regions including New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, the United States, Australia, India, and Colombia. The firm has made over 100 personal angel and fund investments worldwide, achieving strong performance in its funds. Notable portfolio companies include Nutromics, Zipline, Fonto, Volopay, Tpaga, Akin, Fiable, and Ahura AI.

Crescent Capital Partners

Crescent Capital Partners is an Australian private equity firm specializing in mid-market buyouts and growth capital investments. They focus on companies in the industrials, consumer, and business services sectors, primarily in Australia and New Zealand.

CSIRO Kick-Start

CSIRO Kick-Start is an Australian government initiative that offers matched funding of $10,000 to $50,000 to eligible start-ups and small businesses for research and development projects. The program aims to assist businesses in advancing prototypes, conducting feasibility studies, or developing new products by collaborating with CSIRO researchers. To be eligible, businesses must have an annual turnover and operating expenditure of less than $10 million or have been trading for less than three years, and must be registered for GST. The program is open year-round, with projects typically lasting up to 12 months.

Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnership (ESVCLP) framework

The Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnership (ESVCLP) framework is an Australian government initiative that offers tax incentives to encourage investment in early-stage Australian businesses. Managed by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources and the Australian Taxation Office, it aims to stimulate venture capital funding for innovative startups. The program is governed by the Venture Capital Act 2002 and the Income Tax Assessment Acts of 1936 and 1997. Partnerships must meet specific criteria, including being a limited partnership established in Australia or a country with a double tax agreement with Australia, having a general partner who is a resident of Australia or such a country, and possessing committed capital between $10 million and $200 million.

Eastend Ventures

Eastend Ventures is an Australian venture capital firm investing in early-stage B2B technology companies across South Australia, Western Australia, and Queensland. They provide capital, networks, and a team committed to supporting founders from initial investment through to exit. Their portfolio includes companies like Priori Analytica, Heatseeker, and JACK App. [.

Eastend Ventures

Eastend Ventures is an Australian venture capital firm investing in early-stage B2B technology companies across South Australia, Western Australia, and Queensland. They provide capital, networks, and a dedicated team to support founders from initial investment through to exit. Their portfolio includes companies like Priori Analytica, Heatseeker, and JACK App. More information is available at.

Ellerston Ventures

Ellerston Ventures is the venture capital arm of Ellerston Capital, focusing on early-stage investments in Australian private companies. Their portfolio includes Mable, Genero, and LiteracyPlanet. The team evaluates 23 new deals per month, emphasizing strong management teams and businesses. They are based in Sydney, Australia.

Equity Venture Partners

Equity Venture Partners (EVP) is an Australian venture capital firm established in 2014, focusing on early-stage B2B software companies in Australia and New Zealand. They manage multiple funds, including Fund V, targeting $100 million to invest in approximately 12 companies at the Series A stage. EVP has invested in over 50 companies, including SiteMinder, Deputy, Ignition, and Hnry. Their office is located in Bondi Junction, NSW 2022.

Era VC

Era VC is a global investor supporting founders building transformative consumer brands. With offices in Melbourne, London, Los Angeles, and Sydney, they focus on brands with $1-25 million in revenue, investing $200K-$5M. Their portfolio includes Seed, PILLAR Performance, Jinx, Mimi's, WelleCo, Iota Body, Hunter Lab, We The Wild, Conserving Beauty, Elorea, Semaine Health, Everystate, Parallel Precision, Lona Beauty, and Rythm Health.

EVP

EVP is a venture capital firm based in Bondi Junction, NSW, Australia, focusing on early-stage B2B software companies in Australia and New Zealand. They manage multiple funds, including Fund V, which targets $100 million to partner with approximately 12 early-stage mission-critical B2B software companies. EVP has invested in over 50 companies, including EatClub, Mutinex, Splose, and AutoGrab. Their office is located at Suite 2102, Westfield Tower 1, 1/520 Oxford St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022.

Exponential Age Asset Management

Exponential Age Asset Management (EXPAAM) is a digital assets-focused investment manager co-founded in November 2021 by Raoul Pal and John Pridjian. The firm manages the Exponential Age Digital Asset Fund (EADAF), providing investors with a single access point to leading digital asset hedge funds. The firm operates from the Cayman Islands.

Fishburners

Fishburners is Australia's largest tech startup community, connecting founders with mentors, investors, and partners to drive growth. They offer programs like the Residency Program and the Founders Passport to support entrepreneurs at various stages.

Five V Capital

Five V Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Australia and New Zealand, investing in market-leading, innovative businesses across various industries. They provide flexible capital solutions, strategic support, and access to a diverse network to enable long-term growth and success for their portfolio companies. Their investment focus includes both private equity and venture capital, with a particular emphasis on B2B SaaS companies. Five V Capital is a partner in QIC's Venture Capital Development Fund (VCDF) program, supporting the Queensland startup ecosystem.

Five V Capital

Five V Capital is a growth-focused investment firm based in Australia and New Zealand, specializing in private equity and venture capital. They invest in market-leading, innovative businesses across various industries, providing flexible capital solutions and strategic support to enable growth and success. Their portfolio includes companies such as Education Perfect, Sea to Summit, BioPak, and Ordermentum.

Flying Fox Ventures

Flying Fox Ventures is an Australian venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies across Australia and New Zealand. They provide resources, guidance, and expertise to help startups turn their visions into disruptive realities. Their portfolio includes companies such as Chatterize, Steppen, Geora, and Kapiche. The firm is co-founded by Rachael Neumann and Kylie Frazer, with Jeramina Guntang serving as Operations Manager.

Flying Fox Ventures

Folklore Ventures

Folklore Ventures is an Australian venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology companies across various sectors, including software, healthcare, robotics, and AI. They partner with founders from the inception of their ventures, providing support throughout their growth journey. The firm is based in Redfern, New South Wales, Australia.

Folklore Ventures

Folklore Ventures is an Australian venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology companies across various sectors, including software, healthcare, robotics, and AI. They partner with founders from the inception of their startups, providing support throughout their growth journey. The firm is based in Redfern, New South Wales, Australia.

Founders Fund

Founders Fund is a venture capital firm that invests in technology companies across various sectors, including aerospace, artificial intelligence, and fintech. Their portfolio includes companies such as SpaceX, Palantir, and Stripe. The firm is based in the United States and focuses on supporting innovative startups at different stages of development.

Galileo Ventures

Galileo Ventures is an Australian pre-seed to seed venture capital firm that invests up to $500,000 in emerging founders developing new technology for global markets. They focus on AI, software, hardware, and deep tech sectors, often leading investments and co-investing with leading global VCs. Their portfolio includes over 20 companies founded by exceptional emerging founders creating radically new products and markets. They have offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and San Francisco.

Glitch Capital

Glitch Capital is Australia's first founders fund, focusing on building the next generation of global technology companies. The firm leverages the experience of exceptional founders to support high-growth, globally focused technology companies with product-market fit looking to scale. Glitch Capital is led by a team of experienced founders and investors with a history of scaling global tech companies.

Global From Day One Fund

Global From Day One (GD1) is a New Zealand-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies with global potential. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Auckland, GD1 focuses on sectors such as B2B enterprise software, internet, deep tech, health tech, and software plus hardware. The firm typically invests between US$1 million and US$5 million in pre-A and Series A stage companies generating revenues in large offshore markets. GD1 provides capital, operational support, and access to an international network to help founders scale their businesses globally.

Grok Ventures

Climate technology and infrastructure investor backing decarbonisation across venture, infrastructure, and lighthouse investments.

GXE

GXE is a Melbourne-based financial services company that offers an all-in-one platform for managing unlisted assets and funds. Their services cater to investors, fund managers, and family offices, providing tools for investor onboarding, trustee services, custody, asset management, funds management, investor management, reporting, compliance, and portfolio management. GXE was founded in 2021 and holds Australian Financial Services Licence 460870 issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.

H2 Ventures

H2 Ventures is a Sydney-based early-stage venture firm founded in 2013 by brothers Ben and Toby Heap. The firm focuses on investing in fintech, data, and AI sectors, providing capital, networks, mentoring, and operational guidance to bold entrepreneurs. H2 Ventures operates out of Sydney's Startup Hub and has been investing in early-stage startups for nearly a decade. They publish an annual Fintech100 report highlighting leading fintech innovators globally.

Hoperidge Capital

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Hunter Angels

Hunter Angels is an angel investing group based in the Hunter region of Australia, focusing on innovative early-stage companies with high growth potential. They provide both capital and strategic support to drive success, emphasizing clear monetisation paths, diverse leadership, mentorship, and long-term partnerships. Their investment criteria include proven traction, investment size between $50k and $500k, pre-money valuation up to $5 million, market potential, strong founding teams, early-stage investment, and a clear exit strategy aiming for at least a 10x return within 5-10 years. They primarily invest in companies based in the Hunter Region but will consider other regions in Australia and internationally.

iAccelerate

iAccelerate is Australia's largest university-backed startup hub, offering pre-accelerator, accelerator, and incubator programs for businesses at all stages. Located at the University of Wollongong's Innovation Campus in North Wollongong, NSW, it provides a vibrant ecosystem where ideas transform into successful businesses. The hub supports startups and scaleups with access to a $10 million seed fund, mentorship from industry experts, and tailored education programs. iAccelerate is committed to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within the Illawarra region and beyond.

Icehouse Ventures

Icehouse Ventures is a New Zealand-based venture capital firm investing in exceptional Kiwi founders building global companies. Since 2003, they have invested over $800 million into more than 390 companies, supporting founders from pre-seed to pre-IPO stages across various industries, including software, hardware, medtech, and fintech. Their portfolio includes companies like Sharesies, Vessev, Halter, Tracksuit, and Crimson Education. The firm is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand.

Industry Growth Program

The Industry Growth Program is an Australian Government initiative that offers advisory services to startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in innovative commercialisation and growth projects. The program focuses on sectors such as resources, agriculture, transport, medical science, renewables, low emissions technologies, and defence capability. Eligible businesses receive tailored advice to support their commercialisation and growth efforts. The program is currently paused for new applications.

Innovation Bay

Innovation Bay is an Australian organization that fosters a community for tech founders, entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders to connect, share experiences, and learn from peers.

Investec Emerging Companies

Investec Emerging Companies is a venture fund backed by Investec, focusing on fintech and enterprise technology investments. The fund has supported companies such as Monese, Bud, and Curve. It is now known as Commencer Capital.

Investible

Investible is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Sydney, Australia, and Singapore, focusing on technology companies from pre-seed to Series A stages. They invest across various sectors, including climate tech, and have backed over 150 companies globally.

Investibles

Investible is an early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with an additional office in Singapore. The firm invests in technology companies from pre-seed through Series A stages, focusing on sectors such as climate tech, AI, clean energy, education, healthcare, and the future of work. Investible manages both a generalist early-stage fund and a dedicated climate technology fund, and operates Club Investible, a global investor syndicate. The firm has supported over 150 technology startups across Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America.

IP Group Australia

IP Group Australia is a venture capital firm specializing in life sciences, cleantech, and deeptech sectors. They partner with leading universities, superannuation funds, and corporates to identify, invest in, and support companies developing impactful technological innovations. Their portfolio includes companies like Hysata, ElectraLith, and AMSL Aero. The firm is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.

Jamieson Coote Bonds

Jamieson Coote Bonds (JCB) is an Australian fixed income fund manager specializing in domestic and global high-grade bonds. Founded in 2013, JCB aims to deliver high single-digit returns with a strict focus on capital preservation by investing in Australian Government Securities. The firm's flagship fund, the CC JCB Active Bond Fund, was created by Charles Jamieson and Angus Coote after witnessing the devastating effects of stock market crashes in 1987, 2000, and 2008 on investor portfolios. JCB has three decades of global market experience in creating value and growth for its investors.

Jelix Ventures

Jelix Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to supporting daring founders across Australia and New Zealand. They focus on investing in exceptional technology businesses that build distinct competitive advantages through innovative technology. With $50 million in funds under management, Jelix Ventures has invested in over 30 companies that have collectively raised hundreds of millions in further capital. Their portfolio includes companies like PropHero, an AI-powered property investment platform, and Gelomics, a biotech firm creating 3D cell cultures for animal-free drug development.

Jolimont Global

Jolimont Global is a Melbourne-based family office accelerator and asset manager, established in 2003. They focus on investing in high-growth mining equipment, technology, and services (METS) companies, particularly in the climate and industrial tech sectors. Their primary markets are Australia and the United States, with a global investment coverage.

K Fund

K Fund is a European venture capital firm based in Madrid, Spain, investing in early-stage technology startups across Southern Europe and Latin America. The firm focuses on sectors such as fintech, e-commerce, SaaS, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, providing both capital and strategic support to its portfolio companies. K Fund's investments range from pre-seed to Series B stages, with cheque sizes between €100,000 and €10 million. The firm operates in countries including Spain, Portugal, Colombia, Mexico, Germany, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Kestrel Capital

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King River Capital

King River Capital is a venture capital firm investing in high-growth technology businesses across North America and Australia. They focus on companies with clear evidence of product traction and/or revenue, preferring to lead or co-lead investments with flexible capital primarily in preferred equity. Their portfolio includes companies in sectors such as AI, fintech, and enterprise software. The firm has offices in Sydney, Australia, and Denver and New York in the United States.

LaunchVic

LaunchVic is Victoria's startup agency, established in 2016 by the Victorian Government to develop and support a globally-connected startup ecosystem in Victoria, Australia. They fund and deliver programs that support aspiring founders, startup teams, and investors at every stage, from idea to international scale. LaunchVic also operates two co-investment funds: the Alice Anderson Fund for women-led startups and the Hugh Victor McKay Fund for agtech startups.

LaunchVic ecosystem programs

LaunchVic is a Victorian Government agency dedicated to supporting the startup ecosystem in Victoria, Australia. It operates two targeted investment funds: the Alice Anderson Fund, focusing on women entrepreneurs, and the Hugh Victor McKay Fund, targeting AgTech founders. LaunchVic co-invests alongside private investors to provide essential seed funding and support early-stage ventures. The agency also fosters connections with angel investment networks and attracts more venture capital to invest in Victoria's startups.

Leakster

Leakster is a technology company based in Sunshine Coast, Australia, focusing on the digital transformation of water networks through leak detection technology in the water utilities sector. Founded in 2018, its main offering includes remote acoustic leak detection systems that monitor and classify leaks, aimed at maintenance work. Leakster's technology is designed to integrate with existing infrastructure and is for Australian water utilities.

Lederer Group

Lederer Group is an Australian family office founded by Paul Lederer, focusing on real estate, fund management, manufacturing, and primary production investments. The group manages a diverse portfolio, including approximately half in real estate and significant allocations to fund managers. Their direct investing focus is broad, with an emphasis on manufacturing, primary production, and hard assets. The headquarters are located in Sydney, Australia.

Light Warrior

Light Warrior is a private investment group based in Victoria, Australia, focusing on responsible investments across public and private markets, real estate, and direct operating businesses. Their portfolio includes domestic companies such as Conscious Investment Management, Wanderlust Vitamins, Anthem, Made by Cow, myDNA, Advetus.io, and Jamieson Coote Bonds, as well as international investments in Hydralyte Global (USA), Exponential Age Asset Management (USA), and OurCrowd (Israel). The group is committed to community initiatives through charity partners and their own Lightfolk Foundation. They operate with a team of ten, emphasizing agility and leveraging their broad network for unique opportunities.

Lighter Capital Australia

Lighter Capital is a provider of non-dilutive financing solutions for technology startups, offering up to $10 million in funding without requiring equity, board seats, or personal guarantees. They focus on SaaS, technology services, subscription services, and digital media sectors, operating in the United States, Canada, and Australia. Their Australian operations include a $30 million funding facility in partnership with the Victorian Government and iPartners, aiming to support early-stage Australian startups. They also collaborate with FinTech Australia to advance the Australian startup ecosystem.

Liverpool Partners

Liverpool Partners is a specialist sustainability-led investment manager operating across multiple strategies in Australasia. They focus on generating strong financial returns while creating a roadmap for sustainability and impact in their investments. Their strategies include Private Equity, Growth, and Real Assets, with a commitment to integrating sustainability and impact throughout the investment lifecycle. The firm is based in Sydney, Australia.

LJCB Investment Group

LJCB Investment Group is a single-family office headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. The firm manages the investment interests of the Liberman family, focusing on diversified asset allocation across private equity, venture capital, real estate, and public markets. LJCB Investment Group maintains a disciplined approach to capital deployment and risk management, aiming to preserve and grow multi-generational wealth through active portfolio oversight and strategic investment partnerships.

M. H. Carnegie

M. H. Carnegie & Co. is an Australian alternative asset manager managing funds exceeding $900 million across eight platforms. Established in 2011, the firm invests in various asset classes, including venture capital, private equity, real estate, and debt, focusing on building platform businesses with industry leaders to create industry-leading companies and attractive returns for investors.

M8 Ventures

M8 Ventures is a pre-seed and seed specialist venture fund focused on product-led technology companies in Australia and New Zealand. They run the M8 Syndicate on Aussie Angels, providing a platform for operators to engage with early-stage startups. Their team leverages experience in product management and engineering to identify and support promising startup teams. They acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which they work, learn, and live, paying respect to the First Nations peoples and their elders, past, present, and future.

Main Sequence Ventures

Main Sequence Ventures is an Australian deep tech venture capital firm founded in 2017 by CSIRO, Australia's national science agency. The firm invests in spinouts, startups, and SMEs connected to Australia's publicly funded R&D sector, focusing on sectors such as quantum technology, agri-tech, health-tech, and software. With over $1 billion in assets under management, Main Sequence Ventures supports companies addressing global challenges by turning scientific discoveries into industries. Their portfolio includes 53 startups, with a combined value of approximately A$6.8 billion, and collaborations with 28 Australian universities.

Medical Research Commercialisation Fund

The Medical Research Commercialisation Fund (MRCF) is a life science investment fund managed by Brandon Capital Partners, focusing on early-stage biomedical discoveries in Australia and New Zealand. It collaborates with over 50 medical research institutes and hospitals to support the development and commercialisation of new therapies. The fund has invested in more than 50 start-up companies to date, most of which were founded by the MRCF. In 2022, MRCF was renamed Brandon BioCatalyst to better reflect its mission and growth.

Medical Research Future Fund

The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) is a $25.4 billion long-term investment supporting Australian health and medical research. The MRFF aims to transform health and medical research and innovation to improve lives, build the economy and contribute to health system sustainability.

Melbourne Angels

Melbourne Angels is an angel investment group based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, established in 2007. The group focuses on backing early-stage startups, investing between $100,000 and $500,000 per round, with an investment horizon of 5 to 7 years and a target return on investment of 10 times. They aim to support the next generation of Australian founders by combining capital with experience and community. Membership is by invitation, and they offer curated deal flow, collaborative evaluation, and co-investment opportunities to their members.

Metrics Credit Partners

Metrics Credit Partners is a leading Australian non-bank lender and alternative asset manager, connecting investors with companies seeking private finance or equity. They offer a range of investment solutions, including ASX-listed funds like Metrics Master Income Trust (MXT), Metrics Income Opportunities Trust (MOT), and Metrics Real Estate Multi-Strategy Fund (MRE).

Minderoo Foundation

Minderoo Foundation is an Australian philanthropic organization founded in 2001 by Dr. Andrew Forrest AO and Nicola Forrest AO. It focuses on uplifting communities, supporting gender equality, and protecting natural ecosystems, with a particular emphasis on Australia and the Asia Pacific region. The foundation engages in various impact missions to address urgent global challenges.

Moat Investments

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Moonshot

Moonshot is a global alliance of over 40 space pioneers investing time, money, and connections to support new space-tech founders, operators, and investors through various programs and opportunities. They have invested $860,000, currently valued at over $7.4 million, contributing to an ecosystem worth $125 million and creating over 120 new jobs.

Morpheus Ventures

Morpheus Ventures is a Los Angeles-based early-stage venture capital firm investing across the technology landscape, including healthtech, life sciences, enterprise software, and SaaS. The firm partners with innovative entrepreneurs to create market-disruptive companies. Their portfolio includes companies like HouseCanary, SafetyCulture, and Sidecar Health. Morpheus Ventures operates in the United States and has an office in Sydney, Australia.

Morrison & Co Growth Infrastructure

Morrison & Co Growth Infrastructure is a global infrastructure investment firm established in 1988, managing over USD 30 billion in assets. The firm operates seven offices worldwide with a team of more than 225 professionals, focusing on private and listed infrastructure investments for institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds. Their investment philosophy targets opportunities aligned with long-term societal and economic trends. The firm's official website is.

Movac

Movac is a New Zealand-based venture capital firm established in 1998, specializing in technology investments. The firm has invested in over 25 companies, including Aroa Biosurgery, Coretex, Maven, Ecentric, Atomic, Crimson Education, and Re-Leased. Movac's funds have consistently delivered top decile or top quartile returns globally, attracting investments from entities like the NZ Super Fund and various KiwiSaver schemes. The firm focuses on high-growth technology companies with experienced teams and robust governance structures.

National Reconstruction Fund Corporation

The National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC) is an Australian government entity established to diversify and transform Australia's industry and economy. NRFC invests in Australian businesses and projects across seven priority areas, including renewables and low emission technologies, enabling capabilities, defence capabilities, transport, value-add in resources, value-add in agriculture, forestry and fisheries, and medical science. NRFC provides finance in the form of debt, equity, and guarantees, but does not offer grants. NRFC's investments aim to grow industrial capability, improve economic diversity, and support the development of a skilled workforce.

National Reconstruction Fund Corporation

The National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC) is an Australian Government entity established to support eight priority areas of the Australian economy. NRFC provides finance in the form of debt, equity, and guarantees to support Australian projects that drive high-value industry transformation. NRFC operates an Economic Resilience Program for companies impacted by fuel prices, as well as a Net Zero Fund and Forestry Growth Fund. NRFC's priority areas include Resources, Transport, Medical Science, Defence Capability, Renewables and Low Emission Technologies, Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, and Enabling Capabilities.

New Zealand Growth Capital Partners

They operate two investment vehicles: Aspire NZ Seed Fund, which invests directly into early-stage Kiwi technology start-ups at proof of concept, seed, and early expansion stages; and Elevate NZ Venture Fund, a $300 million government-funded fund of funds that invests into venture capital funds, aiming to fill the Series A and B capital gap for high-growth New Zealand tech companies. NZGCP is based in Auckland and Wellington and is governed by a private sector board of directors who provide oversight to their investment management teams. Their official website is.

Next Capital

Next Capital is a mid-market private equity firm based in Sydney, Australia, focusing on businesses with enterprise values between A$50 million and A$200 million. They invest in companies with established roots in Australia and New Zealand, often assisting in international expansion. Their portfolio spans various industries, excluding real estate, early-stage financing, and natural resources. The firm emphasizes a people-centric approach, fostering partnerships with founders and management to elevate businesses into market leaders.

NSW MVP Ventures Program

The NSW MVP Ventures Program is a competitive grant initiative administered by the NSW Government's Premier's Department. It supports eligible businesses in New South Wales to commercialise innovative products, targeting those within Technology Readiness Levels 3 to 9. The program offers grants ranging from $20,000 to $75,000, depending on the funding stream, with a total of up to $3 million available for the 2025-26 financial year. Applications are assessed through a competitive, merit-based process, with funding awarded to projects that demonstrate strong innovation potential, commercial viability, and alignment with the NSW Industry Policy.

Odyssey Private Equity

Odyssey Private Equity is an Australian private equity firm investing in mid-sized growth companies across Australia and New Zealand. They manage a A$275 million fund raised from major financial institutions, including leading Australian superannuation funds. The firm focuses on partnering with management teams and business owners to build leading growth companies.

Olbia Investments

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OnMarket

OnMarket is an Australian platform specializing in capital raising, offering services such as equity crowdfunding, IPOs, and placements to both listed and unlisted companies. The platform is free for investors and provides access to a broad network of over 50,000 members. OnMarket's team has over 140 years of combined experience in the Australian capital markets, assisting companies at all stages of growth. The platform is headquartered in Barangaroo, NSW, Australia.

OurCrowd

OurCrowd is a global equity investment platform that enables accredited and institutional investors to invest in pre-vetted startups, venture funds, and alternative assets. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Jerusalem, Israel, the company has expanded its presence with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Spain, Singapore, Brazil, and the UAE. OurCrowd has built a global community of over 225,000 investors, entrepreneurs, mentors, and partners, funding more than 400 startups and receiving investment commitments totaling over $2.2 billion.

Outset Ventures

They invest in science and engineering-based technology solutions in sectors such as energy, advanced materials, aerospace, future food, industrial chemistry, med-tech, and biotech, focusing on global relevance. Outset Ventures has been the birthplace of successful companies like Rocket Lab, LanzaTech, Mint Innovation, and Ternary. Their Momentum Fund is a high-conviction opportunity fund backing New Zealand's breakout deep tech winners as they scale globally.

Pacific Channel

Pacific Channel is a leading Asia-Pacific funds management firm specializing in deep-tech, venture capital, and alternative investments focused on ag/food, health, and the environment. They support companies across multiple stages of growth with capital, expertise, and networks. Their investment strategy spans from pre-seed to Series A, aiming to provide a capital pathway to larger funding rounds through follow-on investing into many of their portfolio companies. In May 2026, they expanded their climate-tech platform into Southeast Asia by acquiring ENGIE Factory Asia-Pacific Pte Ltd, along with the portfolio of securities it holds in seven early-stage climate-tech ventures.

Paddington Street Finance

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Partners for Growth Australia

Partners for Growth (PFG) is a global investor specializing in providing flexible growth debt and asset-backed financing to innovative companies. With over 35 years of experience, PFG operates across multiple geographies, including Australia, where it has been active for over 16 years, supporting 78 companies with more than AUD 800 million deployed. PFG's portfolio spans various sectors such as FinTech, Software & Services, and Consumer Internet & E-Commerce, with a notable presence in Australia and New Zealand. Their strategic partnerships with institutions like the IFC and IDB Invest enhance their global reach and sourcing capabilities.

Pemba Capital Partners

Pemba Capital Partners is an Australian private equity firm established in 1998, specializing in investing in high-growth, entrepreneurial businesses across Australia and New Zealand. They partner with business owners and management teams to provide equity capital, strategic support, and liquidity solutions, aiming to accelerate and de-risk the growth journey of their portfolio companies. Their investment focus spans sectors such as business services, healthcare, education and training, non-bank financial services, and technology. Pemba has raised over $2 billion in funds and completed more than 300 transactions to date.

Playbook Ventures

Playbook Ventures is an innovation platform that facilitates connections between companies and startups, enabling partnerships and insights into industry trends. The platform offers features such as dealflows, a news feed, dashboards, global search, notifications, and a real-time chat tool called Command Center. Playbook Ventures is powered by Plug and Play.

Pollenizer

Pollenizer was an Australian startup incubator founded in 2008, specializing in transforming ideas into businesses through co-investment, talent, technical services, consulting, and education. It operated in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia, and developed a proprietary Startup Science® platform to design incubation and acceleration programs for global companies. The company ceased operations in March 2017. Sources:.

Possible Ventures

Possible Ventures is an investor focusing on mission-driven teams utilizing frontier technologies to address global challenges in climate, energy, health, and society. They invest in solutions such as carbon capture, energy transition, food and agriculture, and new materials, aiming to foster a cleaner future and a circular economy. Their portfolio includes companies like The Exploration Company, Orbem, Reverion, Marvel Fusion, Meatable, Tacter, Tozero, Renoster, and Seeqc. Possible Ventures is based in Australia and operates globally.

Prisma Investment

Prisma Investment is a family office based in Sydney, Australia, focusing on capital growth and yield investments through Venture Partner and Credit Funds. They co-manage the Transfield Holdings investment portfolio with Angophora Capital and invest in online tools that facilitate collaboration, donating half of investee dividends to The newDemocracy Foundation. The team includes Principal Luca Belgiorno-Nettis AM, Advisor Chris Bland, and Advisor Iain Walker.

Punakaiki Fund

Punakaiki Fund is a New Zealand-based evergreen venture capital firm established in 2010, focusing on high-growth technology companies. The fund has made over 120 investments in more than 30 companies, with a portfolio asset value of NZD 142 million as of June 30, 2026. Their investment approach emphasizes long-term support for companies aiming to become global leaders. The fund is managed by 2040 Ventures Limited, with offices in Auckland, Wellington, and Te Anau.

Quadrant Private Equity

Quadrant Private Equity is an Australian private equity firm founded in 2006, focusing on growth and buyout investments in Australia and New Zealand. They have raised over $10 billion across 15 funds, made over 100 investments, and achieved 71 successful exits. Their approach centers on creating value through strong, sustainable business partnerships with founders, owners, and families. The firm is headquartered in Sydney, Australia.

QUT Creative Enterprise Australia

QUT Creative Enterprise Australia (CEA) is an investment fund established by Queensland University of Technology (QUT) to support creative entrepreneurs across various industries, including fashion, design, animation, digital media, film and television, music, and gaming and software development. In 2014, CEA's Creative Enterprise Fund made its first investment in See-Out Pty Ltd, a visual trademark search engine company, to help it enhance its product features and reach commercial potential. This initiative marked CEA's expansion from a creative industries incubator to an investor in commercially viable creative enterprises. The Creative Enterprise Fund was set up with $1.2 million to address the lack of investment opportunities for creative businesses in Australia.

R&D Tax Incentive

The R&D Tax Incentive is an Australian Government program that supports companies in eligible research and development activities by offsetting some of the associated costs. It is open to all industry sectors and company sizes, providing a tax offset for R&D expenditure of up to $150 million. The program is jointly administered by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources and the Australian Taxation Office. Companies must self-assess their eligibility and register their R&D activities within 10 months of the end of their income year.

R&D Tax Incentive

Rampersand

Rampersand is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on AI-native software, vertical AI, and deep tech investments. They have deployed over $100 million across more than 40 companies since 2013, with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and San Francisco. Their portfolio includes companies like Cuttable, Restoke, and Hatch.

Rampersand Opportunity Fund

Rampersand Opportunity Fund is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on AI-native software, vertical AI, and deep tech sectors. They invest in ambitious founders from inception to seed stages, leading or co-leading investments and providing deep reserves for follow-on funding. Their portfolio includes over 40 companies across various industries, with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and San Francisco.

Raven Ventures

Raven Ventures is an Australian investor focusing on early-stage startups. They have invested in Onsiteable, a Melbourne-based company offering on-demand onsite services. Onsiteable provides a platform for booking various services, including mobile car wash, onsite lamb BBQ, end of lease cleaning, locksmith, housekeeping, and courier services.

Reinventure

Reinventure is a corporate venture capital firm based in Australia, focusing on investing in FinTech and adjacent sectors. With $150 million to invest, they aim to uncover, invest in, and nurture scalable early-stage businesses that will shape the future of the industry. Their largest limited partner is Westpac Banking Corporation, and they prefer ventures targeting the Asia-Pacific region. Their portfolio includes companies like Basiq, Immutable, and OpenAgent.

Remarkable

Remarkable is a global hub for Disability Tech, offering programs that support innovators throughout their journey. Since 2016, they have supported 211 startups, with over 385 founders, serving more than 6 million customers worldwide. Their programs include Launcher, Accelerator, and Scaler, which provide training, capital, and community to create a world that is accessible and inclusive for everyone. Their website is.

Resource Capital Funds

Resource Capital Funds is a global private equity firm specializing in investments in the mining, metals, and minerals sectors. Founded in 1998, the firm has over 25 years of experience and has invested in more than 230 portfolio companies across 55 countries. Their investments support advancements in energy, security, technology, and industrialization worldwide. The firm operates offices in Denver, Colorado; Perth, Australia; New York, New York; Santiago, Chile; and London, England.

Right Click Capital

Right Click Capital is an Australian venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology startups across Australia and New Zealand. They provide pre-seed and seed capital, guidance, and connections to help startups grow and attract subsequent funding stages. Their portfolio includes companies like black.ai, Nomad Atomics, Horangi, and Myriota. The firm is located at Level 21, 8 Chifley Square, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia.

Sand Hill Road

Sand Hill Road is a Melbourne-based company specializing in revitalizing historic venues. Founded in 1999, they have transformed several establishments, including the Commercial Club Hotel, The Loft, and The Espy in St Kilda. Their current project is the redevelopment of "Waterside" at the corner of Flinders Street and King Street in Melbourne's CBD, aiming to offer six levels of dining, drinking, and socializing experiences.

Saniel Ventures

Saniel Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Melbourne, Australia, focusing on investing in high-growth technology companies. The firm is led by Principal Leigh Jasper, who co-founded Aconex, a cloud collaboration platform for construction projects. Saniel Ventures seeks to partner with smart, passionate, and resilient founders building the future, emphasizing long-term investments and close collaboration with entrepreneurs to grow their businesses.

Sapien Ventures

Sapien Ventures is a venture capital firm specializing in fintech, blockchain, and online marketplace ventures. With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Shanghai, Jakarta, and Ho Chi Minh City, they focus on investing in transformative technology companies across global markets. Their portfolio includes companies like Airtasker, Hashching, CivicLedger, UCOT, and Linqto.

SBE Australia

SBE Australia is an organization dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs in Australia. They offer various programs, including accelerators and advisory services, to help female-founded businesses achieve high growth. Their initiatives aim to address the funding disparities faced by women-led companies and provide strategic support to scaleup businesses. SBE Australia collaborates with partners like BDO, Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and Real Time Australia to deliver these services.

Scaleup Mediafund

Scaleup Mediafund is Australia's leading media investor for growth businesses, providing consumer-facing companies with out-of-home, TV, radio, print, and digital advertising through a unique investment model. They partner with Australia's largest media owners to help early-stage businesses drive market adoption and build household brands. Their portfolio includes companies like Mable, Mosh, PointsBet, and Bare Funerals. More information is available at.

Seed Space Venture Capital

Seed Space Venture Capital is an Australian and Swiss-based early-stage venture capital firm focused on financial technology. They partner with leading incubators and accelerator programs to support fintech startups, aiming to transform the financial services sector. Their offices are located in Sydney, Australia, and Geneva, Switzerland.

Side Stage Ventures

Side Stage Ventures is a founder-led seed fund based in Australia, focusing on early-stage investments across all sectors and business models. They typically invest up to $1.5 million in pre-seed or seed rounds, aiming to be the most valued early-stage partner for the top 1% of founders in Australia. Their portfolio includes companies such as Arca, TrueState, and Basis.

Side Stage Ventures

Significant Ventures

Significant Ventures is an Australian early-stage venture capital firm focused on investing in critical technology innovations. They partner with universities, governments, and other funds to support emerging and deep tech startups. The firm manages $28.6 million in assets and has made 32 investments, with initial cheque sizes ranging from $100,000 to $500,000. Their office is located at Level 1, 65 Constitution Avenue, Campbell, ACT 2612.

Skalata Ventures

Skalata Ventures is an Australian seed-stage venture capital firm focused on supporting pre-seed founders in building sustainable businesses. They provide capital, education, and networks to early-stage companies, aiming to transform Australia into a knowledge economy. Their portfolio includes companies like Humii, Tability, Cleverbean, and Book an Artist. More information is available on their official website at.

Skip Capital

Skip Capital is a private fund investing in technology and infrastructure. Their venture capital investments include companies in areas such as design, financial operating systems, revenue intelligence, employee experience platforms, AI customer support, and more. In infrastructure and real assets, they focus on renewable energy, data infrastructure, waste management, food infrastructure, and innovative health solutions. Their portfolio includes investments in hyperscale data centres, dementia care, distributed energy solutions, land titles registry, electricity transmission and distribution, and airport operations.

Skip Essential Infrastructure Fund

Skip Essential Infrastructure Fund is a private fund investing in long-term, stable infrastructure and real assets, focusing on renewable energy, decarbonisation, data infrastructure, waste management, food infrastructure, and innovative health. The fund's portfolio includes hyperscale data centres, dementia care facilities, distributed energy solutions, land titles registry of NSW, electricity transmission and distribution, and operations of airports in Gold Coast, Townsville, Mt Isa, and Longreach. The fund is managed by Skip Capital, a private fund investing in technology and infrastructure.

SoHi Partners

SoHi Partners is a venture builder, advisor, and fund manager founded by a team of surgeons, financial, and business experts. They focus on supporting the development of innovative solutions in the healthcare, agricultural, and financial sectors globally. The team has a deep understanding of these industries, including regulatory requirements and market trends, and a strong network of industry experts and key opinion leaders to provide guidance and support to portfolio companies and their own ventures. They also have experience in identifying and evaluating promising startups, as well as providing strategic guidance and operational support to help them achieve their goals.

Southern Cross Venture Partners

Southern Cross Venture Partners is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage technology companies. They manage funds such as the REVC Fund, focusing on renewable energy ventures. The firm operates in Australia, the United States, and Asia, leveraging partnerships with entities like SoftBank China Capital and ARENA.

Spring Capital

SpringCapital is an Australian venture capital firm that offers two complementary investment strategies: an early-stage venture fund (ESVCLP) and a secondary fund focusing on late-stage technology companies in the US and ANZ regions. The firm invests in sectors such as defense technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, edtech, proptech, and fintech, among others. Their portfolio includes companies like Anduril, Anthropic, Avertro, BuyersCircle, and Crimson. SpringCapital is based in Sydney, Australia.

Sprint Ventures

Sprint Ventures is an early and growth-stage venture capital firm based in Brisbane, Australia. They invest in high-growth sectors with global scale opportunities, focusing on Australian businesses where they have deep domain experience and can practically help founders.

Square Peg

Square Peg is a venture capital firm founded in 2012, investing in emerging technology companies across Australia, Southeast Asia, and Israel. They focus on early-stage investments in sectors such as AI, fintech, and SaaS. The firm has offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, and Tel Aviv. Their portfolio includes companies like Canva, Airwallex, and Rokt.

Startupbootcamp Australia

Startupbootcamp is a global network of industry-focused startup accelerators, providing mentorship, funding, and resources to early-stage companies across various industries. In Australia, they offer programs such as VentureAus, a 12-week pre-accelerator designed to help individuals with bold ideas and scalable businesses launch their ventures. The program connects founders with global corporations, experienced mentors, and impact investors to support the development of sustainable products. Applications for VentureAus close on August 15, 2022.

Stockspot

Stockspot is Australia's first and largest digital investment adviser, founded in 2013. The company offers automated investment advice and portfolio management services, aiming to make professional portfolio management accessible to more Australians. Stockspot is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. In August 2023, Mirae Asset Global Investments acquired a majority stake in Stockspot for $17.9 million.

Stone & Chalk

Stone & Chalk is Australia's largest innovation community, supporting startups and scaleups across various sectors, including fintech, proptech, cybersecurity, climatetech, space, AI, web3, agtech, healthtech, quantum, defencetech, and augmented & virtual reality. They offer services such as residency, investment, mentorship, events, and cyber support to foster growth and innovation. With hubs in Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, Stone & Chalk has over 6,000 residents across more than 515 startups and scaleups, collectively raising over $4.4 billion in capital.

Stone & Chalk

Sydney Angels

Sydney Angels is an angel investor membership organisation based in Sydney, Australia, with over 100 members investing in Australian start-ups since 2008. They employ a team-based investment process and collaborate with other angel groups across Australia. Sydney Angels does not charge fees for companies to apply for investment. Their portfolio includes companies like Atomo Diagnostics, Clarity Pharmaceuticals, and Instaclustr.

SynBioTe

Synbiote is an Australian biotechnology company based in Sydney, specializing in sustainable materials and waste transformation. They offer bioacrylic products derived from brewer’s spent grain, designed to be compostable and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional plastics, primarily serving the premium brand packaging sector. Founded in 2020, Synbiote operates from Union Road, Kensington, New South Wales, Australia. The team comprises co-founders Alinta Furnell (CEO), Ismat Kabbara (Science), and Vivid Savitri-Hampton (Product), all with backgrounds in biotechnology and related fields.

Tank Stream Labs

Tank Stream Labs is a flexible workspace provider offering premium coworking environments and dynamic business communities across Australia. Founded in 2012, it supports businesses at all growth stages, from startups to established enterprises. As part of the Scalare Group, Tank Stream Labs provides access to workspace, support services, investors, strategic partners, and growth opportunities. Its locations include Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Brisbane.

Tattarang

Tattarang is the private investment group of Andrew and Nicola Forrest, investing across various sectors and asset classes, including real assets, public and private markets. They focus on creating long-term value and delivering commercial returns while driving strong environmental and social outcomes. Their portfolio spans agri-food, resources, energy, consumer and lifestyle, property, health technology, and other sectors. Tattarang is headquartered in Perth, Western Australia.

Tenacious Ventures

Tenacious Ventures is an Australian venture capital firm specializing in early-stage agrifood technology startups. They focus on investments that drive climate impact at scale within agri-food systems, supporting companies across the entire agrifood supply chain. Their portfolio includes Agovor, Azaneo, Cecil, Earthodic, Geora, Goterra, Jupiter Ionics, Nbro, Phyllome, RapidAIM, Regrow, SwarmFarm Robotics, and Vow Food.

Tenacious Ventures

Tenacious Ventures is an Australian agri-food tech venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups across the entire agri-food supply chain, from farm inputs to waste management. They focus on sectors such as waste and resource recovery, embedded finance and risk, sustainable protein, lower intensity production, democratized infrastructure, and enhanced natural capital. Their portfolio includes companies like Agovor, Azaneo, Cecil, Earthodic, Geora, Goterra, Jupiter Ionics, Nbro, Phyllome, RapidAIM, Regrow, SwarmFarm Robotics, and Vow Food.

ThincLab

ThincLab is a business incubator within the University of Adelaide, dedicated to supporting students, alumni, staff, and startups in transforming ideas into impactful ventures. It offers tailored coaching, expert guidance, and access to programs designed to accelerate innovation and help ventures reach the market with confidence. ThincLab operates multiple locations, including its headquarters at 10 Pulteney Street, Adelaide, and a facility at the Waite Campus in Urrbrae, South Australia. The incubator provides a collaborative environment with contemporary office spaces, meeting rooms, private workstations, hot desks, a prototyping lab, design studio, and access to 3D printers and fabrication technology.

Thorney Investments

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Tidal Ventures

Tidal Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm specializing in AI investments across Australia and the United States. They focus on backing companies that are redefining how work is done through AI-driven solutions. Their portfolio includes companies like Shippit, Operata, and FrankieOne. Tidal Ventures is headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with offices in San Francisco, Seattle, Brisbane, and Melbourne.

Titanium Ventures

Titanium Ventures is a venture capital firm specializing in technology startups. With over 12 years of experience, they focus on accelerating the growth of high-potential companies, particularly in major markets. Their Revenue Acceleration Platform™ has generated over $660 million in incremental revenue for portfolio companies. The firm is registered with the SEC and ASIC.

Tractor Ventures

Tractor Ventures is an Australian investor specializing in providing non-dilutive debt funding to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), software companies, e-commerce brands, and venture capital-backed startups across Australia and New Zealand. They offer growth capital, lines of credit, and R&D funding tailored to each business's needs. Since its inception, Tractor Ventures has disbursed over $140 million in funding to more than 250 companies. Their portfolio includes companies such as Neo Intelligence, Fotomerchant, Cluch, Cache, and Shotstack.

Transition Level Investments

Transition Level Investments is an Australian investment company focused on early-stage technical startups, providing support from angel through to Seed rounds. They connect investors with quality screened investment opportunities and assist startups in scaling their businesses. The company was founded in 2012 by Steve Baxter and is based in Brisbane, Australia.

Uniseed

Uniseed is a commercialisation fund that invests in researchers, technologies, and businesses to transform ideas into products and services. Operating across various technology sectors, Uniseed has exited twelve investments to date. Their process includes seed capital investment, expert guidance, network access, commercialisation support, and facilitating impact and exit strategies. Uniseed collaborates with leading research organisations and superannuation funds to support innovative technologies.

UNSW Founders

UNSW Founders is the University of New South Wales' platform dedicated to embedding entrepreneurship on campus. They support students, staff, and alumni in building entrepreneurship skills and founding and growing real companies. Their programs and services cater to various stages of the entrepreneurial journey, from curiosity to global impact. More information is available at.

UQ Ventures

UQ Ventures is the entrepreneurial arm of the University of Queensland, focusing on fostering innovation and supporting startups within its community. It offers various programs, including accelerators and international startup experiences, to assist students and alumni in developing their ventures. The organization is based in Brisbane, Australia, and operates within the university's ecosystem.

Victorian Startup Capital Fund

The Victorian Startup Capital Fund is a co-investment fund managed by LaunchVic, focusing on early-stage startups in Victoria, Australia. It operates alongside private investors to provide essential seed funding, supporting the growth and development of the state's startup ecosystem. The fund is part of LaunchVic's broader strategy to enhance Victoria's innovation landscape and foster a thriving entrepreneurial community.

Watermark Search International Ventures

Watermark Search International is an Australian executive search firm founded in 1979, specializing in executive search, interim management, board appointments, and market mapping. The firm focuses on C-level executive roles and senior executives across various sectors, including manufacturing, renewable energy, transport, corporate and institutional banking, mining services, government, utilities, engineering, construction, education, professional services, not-for-profit, health, life sciences, aged care, and human services. Watermark's intensive, in-house research enables it to identify the best talent, both locally and internationally. The company operates offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, Australia.

WNT Ventures

WNT Ventures is a New Zealand-based deep tech venture capital firm that invests in early-stage, science-backed companies. They focus on sectors such as climate, health, food, and manufacturing, aiming to tackle global challenges through Kiwi scientific innovation. Their portfolio includes companies like B.spkl, Argo Navis, CarbonCrop, Foundry Lab, Hairspace, and IASO. WNT Ventures operates from Tauranga and Auckland.

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