Aura Ventures

Aura Ventures is a venture capital firm backing the creators of category-defining technology companies. They provide wealth, funds management, and corporate advisory solutions to their clients.

Calvin Ng

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Vicknesh R Pillay

Partner

Eric Tran

Investment Manager

Charles Wong

Partner

36 past transactions

JigSpace

Venture Round in 2024
JigSpace Inc. is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2015. It has developed a platform that facilitates the creation and sharing of interactive three-dimensional instructions, known as "Jigs." Users can explore complex ideas and products through augmented reality, viewing step-by-step 3D breakdowns that enhance learning experiences. The Jig Workshop feature allows anyone to create and share their own Jigs, similar to tools like Canva or PowerPoint, making it accessible for both technical and non-technical users. The platform is utilized in various sectors, including product marketing, education, and technical support, with notable adoption by companies such as Medtronic and Hino Trucks. JigSpace aims to democratize knowledge sharing, enabling users to develop and demonstrate 3D products collaboratively, enhancing engagement and understanding across diverse audiences.

SynergyXR

Venture Round in 2024
SynergyXR specializes in advanced Extended Reality (XR) enterprise software tailored for the industrial, energy, and manufacturing sectors. Founded by Mads Troelsgaard, Sune Wolff, and Thomas Fenger, the company aims to bridge the gap between real and virtual worlds through user-friendly solutions designed to enhance training, development, and operational efficiency. With a team of 35 experts, SynergyXR addresses the skills shortage in the workforce by offering a no-code platform that accelerates employee training, significantly reducing the time required from weeks to days. This platform creates immersive training environments that improve onboarding efficiency, enhance safety, and minimize errors and downtime, ultimately saving organizations considerable costs. Through its innovative approach, SynergyXR seeks to make XR technology a standard practice in business operations.

Hatch

Seed Round in 2024
Hatch is a recruiting platform headquartered in the Australian Capital Territory, Australia, founded in 2017. The company specializes in connecting early career talent with high-growth tech startups, offering services that include job listings, networking opportunities, and mentorship programs. Hatch's platform emphasizes a holistic approach to recruitment, focusing on candidates' underlying strengths, motivations, and cultural fit rather than solely on traditional resumes. By promoting unbiased hiring practices, Hatch aims to ensure that every candidate has a fair chance to showcase their true selves and find their ideal job match in the tech industry.

Sahha

Seed Round in 2023
Sahha is a developer of a self-monitoring mobile application focused on mental well-being. The company has created a predictive mental health technology platform that assesses the risk of depression in users by unobtrusively gathering insights on various aspects of their behavior, including sleep quality, social interactions, and language usage. This technology enables users to evaluate and manage their mental health more effectively, while also providing social support and recommending professional assistance when necessary. Through its innovative approach, Sahha aims to enhance mental health awareness and promote proactive care for users.

VycoLend

Seed Round in 2023
VycoLend is a decentralized non-custodial lending protocol designed for Layer 2 networks, aimed at facilitating a faster market for conventional cryptocurrency asset lending services. The platform allows users to engage in autonomous lending pools as either lenders or borrowers. It operates as a money market for cryptocurrencies and NFTs, enabling users to earn variable interest and tokens through their participation. VycoLend permits users to use their assets as collateral to secure loans, emphasizing safety, security, and anonymity. Additionally, the service offers fixed-term loans to NFT holders without the risk of automatic liquidations, catering to the unique needs of this asset class.

Tutero

Seed Round in 2023
Tutero is an Australian EdTech startup that focuses on enhancing educational experiences for both teachers and students. The company offers a range of products designed to assist educators in planning their lessons by leveraging student knowledge data. In addition to providing free classroom tools for teachers, Tutero also delivers personalized online tutoring services aimed at helping students improve their academic performance and build confidence in their learning abilities. Through its innovative platform, Tutero seeks to create a supportive learning environment that fosters student success.

zenphi

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Zenphi is a no-code workflow automation platform specifically designed for Google Workspace, enabling users to streamline various business processes without any coding experience. The platform allows for the automation of tasks such as Gmail mail merges, multi-step employee onboarding, document processing, digital signature management, and task approvals, among others. Its user-friendly interface empowers individuals within organizations to create their own automated workflows, fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency. By connecting Google Workspace with external systems like Salesforce, HubSpot, and Twilio, Zenphi enhances the overall productivity of businesses across various sectors, including information technology, legal, education, sales, and human resources.

GAMURS Group

Series A in 2022
The GAMURS Group is the leading esports media network shaping the future of gaming. We strive to inform, entertain, and educate the global gaming community through our content and services.

SynergyXR

Venture Round in 2022
SynergyXR specializes in advanced Extended Reality (XR) enterprise software tailored for the industrial, energy, and manufacturing sectors. Founded by Mads Troelsgaard, Sune Wolff, and Thomas Fenger, the company aims to bridge the gap between real and virtual worlds through user-friendly solutions designed to enhance training, development, and operational efficiency. With a team of 35 experts, SynergyXR addresses the skills shortage in the workforce by offering a no-code platform that accelerates employee training, significantly reducing the time required from weeks to days. This platform creates immersive training environments that improve onboarding efficiency, enhance safety, and minimize errors and downtime, ultimately saving organizations considerable costs. Through its innovative approach, SynergyXR seeks to make XR technology a standard practice in business operations.

Layer

Seed Round in 2022
Layer is a local gaming licensing marketplace focused on the interactive entertainment industry, based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Founded in 2021, Layer aims to facilitate collaboration between game developers and publishers with established brands, characters, and narratives that resonate with players. The company's platform specializes in brand integration within video games, offering streamlined asset approvals to help developers connect with suitable partners. This service not only enhances brand visibility in games but also allows developers to reach new audiences and create more immersive gaming experiences.

Cape

Debt Financing in 2022
Cape is building a new finance automation platform, focussed on helping Australian businesses cut wasteful spending and the time taken on financial administration tasks.

Cape

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Cape is building a new finance automation platform, focussed on helping Australian businesses cut wasteful spending and the time taken on financial administration tasks.

Lygon

Seed Round in 2021
Lygon is a blockchain banking start-up focused on digitizing the traditional paper-based bank guarantee process within commercial banking. Its platform offers a streamlined solution that enables same-day issuance of bank guarantees, significantly improving efficiency and reducing the risks of fraud and handling errors. By leveraging core blockchain technology, Lygon's system not only transforms bank guarantees but also has the potential to be adapted for other financial instruments, enhancing the overall banking experience for users.

Foodbomb

Series A in 2021
Foodbomb is an online marketplace that specializes in wholesale food products, streamlining the process for foodservice businesses to search, compare, and order quality ingredients. The platform offers access to over 10,000 products across eight categories, including meat, seafood, produce, and dairy, allowing users to find competitive prices from leading suppliers efficiently. With features such as single-click reordering and order tracking, Foodbomb simplifies inventory management for its clients. The service is free to use, requires no commitment, and includes complimentary next-day delivery, making it a convenient solution for those in the food industry.

Harvest B

Funding Round in 2021
Harvest B specializes in providing innovative plant-based ingredients tailored for producers of plant-based meat. The company has developed a smart ingredient system that supports a comprehensive ecosystem and supply chain, facilitating the creation of alternative protein products. By emphasizing sustainability and taste, Harvest B enables food brands to efficiently design and manufacture appealing plant-based options. Their approach addresses the evolving needs of the food industry, which has shifted away from traditional agricultural practices. Interested parties can reach out through an online inquiry form available on their website.

Everee

Series A in 2020
Everee, Inc. is a payroll management platform based in Salt Lake City, Utah, that provides software as a service (SaaS) tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2018, Everee offers a comprehensive payroll solution that includes features such as automatic payroll runs, employee onboarding, and simplified manager verifications to minimize errors. Its innovative offerings, such as Pay Your Way and Pay On Demand, grant employees the flexibility to choose their pay dates and access their earned wages whenever needed, without incurring additional costs. The platform also includes an embedded timeclock and a mobile application, streamlining payroll tasks and improving efficiency for organizations.

Foodbomb

Seed Round in 2019
Foodbomb is an online marketplace that specializes in wholesale food products, streamlining the process for foodservice businesses to search, compare, and order quality ingredients. The platform offers access to over 10,000 products across eight categories, including meat, seafood, produce, and dairy, allowing users to find competitive prices from leading suppliers efficiently. With features such as single-click reordering and order tracking, Foodbomb simplifies inventory management for its clients. The service is free to use, requires no commitment, and includes complimentary next-day delivery, making it a convenient solution for those in the food industry.

Shippit

Series A in 2019
Shippit Pty Ltd. is a parcel delivery service provider based in Pyrmont, Australia, specializing in the logistics of online purchases. Incorporated in 2014, the company offers a comprehensive platform that simplifies multi-carrier connectivity and carrier allocation, allowing businesses to present a variety of delivery options. Shippit's technology tracks the shipping process, notifies customers about their order statuses, and facilitates efficient shipping decisions. The company's services also include packing and shipping, as well as technical support, implementation, and training for clients. By streamlining the delivery process, Shippit enables businesses to save time and costs while enhancing customer satisfaction.

BookWell

Seed Round in 2019
Bookwell is an Australian online booking platform that simplifies the process of scheduling beauty and wellness appointments across the country. The platform allows users to search for local beauty, health, and wellness venues, offering detailed information about services, reviews, and venue options. Customers can conveniently book appointments for a variety of services, including hair, tanning, massage, nails, and waxing, from their mobile devices, tablets, or PCs, receiving immediate confirmation. As an Australian-owned business, Bookwell aims to provide extensive coverage and enhance accessibility to beauty and wellness services nationwide.

Ynomia

Seed Round in 2019
Ynomia aims to bridge the digital divide in the construction industry by providing a comprehensive technology solution that integrates the physical environment with digital IoT devices tailored for construction needs. The company specializes in developing sensors that enable location tracking and environmental monitoring, particularly in challenging and complex settings where network connectivity is limited. Ynomia's platform facilitates real-time communication and data sharing among construction teams, allowing them to efficiently locate materials, access information, and connect with team members both on-site and off-site. By integrating seamlessly with existing planning and productivity software, Ynomia enhances project tracking capabilities and empowers teams to leverage real-time data for improved decision-making and operational efficiency.

Superestate

Seed Round in 2019
Superestate is a real estate firm specializing in residential property development, investment, and management services. It provides opportunities for individuals to invest in a diverse portfolio of residential properties, particularly through superannuation. Clients can select investment options that align with their desired exposure to residential real estate, while their remaining funds are allocated to a mix of other investments, including Australian and international shares, global infrastructure, fixed income, and cash. This approach helps facilitate residential property investment for homebuyers, making it more accessible and practical.

TradeGecko

Series B in 2018
TradeGecko is an inventory and order management platform designed for brand owners and distributors. By integrating sales channels, logistics providers, and accounting services, TradeGecko enables to effortlessly take control with a single source of truth for all operations. They provide a cloud-based commerce platform for growing companies. At TradeGecko, they aim to free business owners from operational complexity of running their business to spend more time building a brand their customers will love. The company was founded in 2012 by Cameron Priest, Bradley Priest, and Carl Thompson.

Shippit

Venture Round in 2018
Shippit Pty Ltd. is a parcel delivery service provider based in Pyrmont, Australia, specializing in the logistics of online purchases. Incorporated in 2014, the company offers a comprehensive platform that simplifies multi-carrier connectivity and carrier allocation, allowing businesses to present a variety of delivery options. Shippit's technology tracks the shipping process, notifies customers about their order statuses, and facilitates efficient shipping decisions. The company's services also include packing and shipping, as well as technical support, implementation, and training for clients. By streamlining the delivery process, Shippit enables businesses to save time and costs while enhancing customer satisfaction.

Ematic Solutions

Convertible Note in 2018
Ematic Solutions, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, specializes in providing email marketing solutions that leverage predictive AI and automated optimization. With a global team of over 80 professionals across various countries, including the United States and several Southeast Asian nations, the company aims to help brands maximize revenue and effectiveness through email marketing. Their platform features advanced tools for automated email segmentation, enabling brands and digital marketers to enhance customer engagement and drive revenue growth from their campaigns. Ematic Solutions has supported numerous clients, including well-known brands in sectors such as beauty, eCommerce, fashion, hospitality, travel, and technology, achieving significant results in their marketing efforts. The company has garnered support from prominent investors, further solidifying its position in the market.

Allure Bathrooms

Venture Round in 2018
Allure Bathrooms is an Australian company that specializes in the retail of high-quality, contemporary bathroom supplies and products. They offer a wide range of items, including vanities, tapware, and shower screens, at affordable prices. With showrooms in Melbourne, customers can physically see and choose from their extensive collection, making it easier to plan for new bathrooms or renovations. Allure Bathrooms uses a 3D design program to create custom rendered designs, ensuring customers can visualize their chosen products in their own space.

Integrated Portfolio Solutions

Series A in 2017
Integrated Portfolio Solutions (IPS) is an independent administration platform designed specifically for financial advisors. By leveraging technology and the market reach of key business partners, IPS simplifies the integration of investment execution and portfolio administration, providing a seamless experience for users. Unlike institutionally owned platforms, IPS emphasizes personalized service and adaptability to meet the unique needs of various advisory businesses. The platform is tailored to support financial advisors in managing client portfolios more efficiently, while also addressing the margin pressures they face by maintaining competitive fees. IPS offers a comprehensive solution that includes administration, reporting, self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) services, research, customer relationship management (CRM) functionalities, and instruction management. This cohesive approach allows advisors, staff, and clients to engage in a branded, fee-for-service relationship without the complexities typically associated with portfolio administration.

GAMURS Group

Seed Round in 2017
The GAMURS Group is the leading esports media network shaping the future of gaming. We strive to inform, entertain, and educate the global gaming community through our content and services.

Shippit

Seed Round in 2017
Shippit Pty Ltd. is a parcel delivery service provider based in Pyrmont, Australia, specializing in the logistics of online purchases. Incorporated in 2014, the company offers a comprehensive platform that simplifies multi-carrier connectivity and carrier allocation, allowing businesses to present a variety of delivery options. Shippit's technology tracks the shipping process, notifies customers about their order statuses, and facilitates efficient shipping decisions. The company's services also include packing and shipping, as well as technical support, implementation, and training for clients. By streamlining the delivery process, Shippit enables businesses to save time and costs while enhancing customer satisfaction.

GPS Innovations

Convertible Note in 2017
GPS Innovations designs, develops and manufactures new and emerging IVMS technologies for and management of driver behaviour.

MC Payment

Series B in 2016
Mobile Credit Payment is an electronic transaction processing company headquartered in the sunny city-state of Singapore. With a relentless commitment to go far and wide for their customers, they seek to ensure all of their payment processing services meet the demanding needs of present businesses while setting the standards for the future. They take pride in their service efficiency and security compliance to every transaction, every service, every product and every system. Mobile Credit Payment partners Acquiring Banks, Payment Service Providers/ISO to offer Merchants a secure PCI Compliant, international payment processing platform enhanced with innovative technology. They provide customers with global transaction currencies and regional card settlement currencies, a high-end reporting interface and risk management solution.

GAMURS Group

Seed Round in 2016
The GAMURS Group is the leading esports media network shaping the future of gaming. We strive to inform, entertain, and educate the global gaming community through our content and services.

Lannock Strata Finance

Venture Round in 2016
Lannock Strata Finance is a specialist financing company based in Woolloomooloo, Australia, established in 2004 by Paul Morton. The firm focuses on providing funding solutions specifically for strata properties, catering to bodies corporate and owners corporations across the country. Lannock offers a range of financial services, including debt funding for capital works, repairs, renovations, insurance premiums, and the acquisition of plant and equipment. The company aims to assist clients in managing their financial obligations and improving their properties through well-structured financing options.

Juni Global

Series A in 2015
Juni Global, established in 1988 in Sydney, Australia, is a multinational company specializing in wireless telecommunications technologies. The firm focuses on developing and manufacturing small cell solutions, which include LTE residential and enterprise indoor small cells, as well as outdoor picocells. It also offers advanced features like smart interference cancellation as part of its self-organizing network solutions. With research and development capabilities in South Korea and established facilities in Australia, Spain, and Malaysia, Juni Global provides comprehensive support to wireless operators worldwide. The company's commitment to product compatibility and customer satisfaction is reinforced by its membership in various industry forums, such as the GTI and Small Cell Forums.

Catapult

Seed Round in 2013
Catapult, founded in Australia in 2006, specializes in elite sports technology, offering performance analytics to optimize athlete training and mitigate injury risks. The company has expanded globally through strategic acquisitions like GPSports and Playertek, serving over 1500 elite teams across 35 sports worldwide. Catapult's products combine precision engineering with sports science and analytics, benefiting renowned organizations such as Real Madrid, Chelsea, and the Australian Cricket Team. With a staff of over 300 across 16 countries, Catapult is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange under CAT.

Haast

Haast is a technology company that provides Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions for marketing compliance automation. It operates an AI-powered platform designed to help organizations manage digital risk by identifying and addressing brand and legal compliance issues across their entire digital footprint. This enables businesses to mitigate brand damage, recover lost revenue, and manage legal fines.
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