#Venture Capital
From studying history at Cambridge to studying the future at Airtree Ventures: Interview with Jackie Vullinghs
Jackie Vullinghs is a Principal at Airtree Ventures who invests in areas such as health, fintech, cybersecurity and AI. She studied history at Cambridge University and then had a diverse and fascinating career in investment banking and start-ups. She moved to Australia in 2017, bringing a wealth of knowledge in fintech, leadership and personal publishing. […]
Three things to watch out for before your startup partners with an early-stage investor
A lot of start-up founders I’ve met believe that if they can raise money from professional early-stage investors such as The Sharks from Channel 10’s Shark Tank or a Venture Capital (VC) fund, then they’re guaranteed success, a large exit, and early retirement. But this is dangerous thinking. These investors are almost always only investing […]
Risk, rigour & hard work: the mix that ensured a high school dropout ascended to the C-Suite
If Dr Stephen Snowdy had listened to the sceptics who told him “it can’t – or shouldn’t – be done”, he wouldn’t have made the leap from being a high school dropout to being the CEO of Visioneering Technologies (VTI), a US-based, ASX-listed contact lense maker. The venture capitalist and former US Navy serviceman spoke […]
Strong venture capital growth prompts call for greater investment by local super sector
Venture capital investment in Australia has reached $1 billion this financial year, according to a new report launched by Minister for Innovation, Senator Arthur Sinodinos. The Australian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association Limited (AVCAL) report, titled The Venture Capital Effect, reveals Australian VC funds a) raised a record $568 million in 2015-16 and […]
Visa overhaul to fuel innovation
Start Up Australia has welcomed a new proposal to try and boost innovation and entrepreneurialism by changing the residency rules for wealthy Chinese investors, but called for more details on the plan.
Start-ups threatened by tougher super disclosure rules
Growth in the Australian start-up sector could be damaged unless the government strikes the right balance in setting the investment reporting obligations for superfunds.
10 reasons investors don’t invest in start-ups
What’s the problem with investing in start-ups and how can entrepreneurs ensure their business is investor ready? Our newest and youngest blogger, Jack Delosa, shares his top tips.
OfferMe ‘groupon clone’ forced overseas to secure venture funding deal
OfferMe, the first company to bring Groupon’s group coupon buying model to Australia, announced that it has had to look outside Australia for investors, but is on the verge of finalising a Series A round of substantial venture funding.
Atlassian wins FEMA award for best HR team
Atlassian, the Sydney headquartered software start-up has taken home the Fairfax Employment Marketing Award for best Onsite HR Team for their Atlassian 32 recruitment campaign this year.
Atlassian nails $60 million funding deal with Accel Partners
Atlassian, the golden child of the Australian software and technology start-up scene has secured a USD $60 million investment from venture capitalists Accel Partners.