Blackbird Ventures

Blackbird Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2012 and headquartered in Surry Hills, Australia, with an additional office in New Zealand. The firm specializes in investments across various stages, including seed, series A, and later-stage companies, with a focus on sectors such as Internet, software, space technology, robotics, and mobile. Blackbird Ventures primarily supports Australian and New Zealand start-up founders, regardless of their location, and typically invests amounts ranging from $0.25 million to $5 million, depending on the company's development stage. The firm aims to foster globally-oriented Internet businesses and is backed by some of Australia’s most successful technology entrepreneurs, who contribute both financial resources and mentorship to help start-ups achieve their ambitions.

Alex Apoifis

Partner and COO

Clare Birch

Investment Associate

Oliver Bruce

Principal

Nick Crocker

General Partner

Robyn Denholm

Operating Partner, Investments

Phoebe Harrop

Partner, Investments

Tom Humphrey

Partner, Investments

Silk Kadala

Associate

Max Meyer

Associate

James Palmer

Associate

Tip Piumsomboon

Principal

Samantha Wong

General Partner

Mason Yates

Portfolio Analyst

Past deals in New Zealand

Halter

Series C in 2023
Halter Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Morrinsville, New Zealand, specializes in advanced agricultural technology. The company designs GPS-enabled, solar-powered collars for cows, allowing farmers to monitor and manage their herds more efficiently. Utilizing a simple tablet application, farmers can remotely establish geographic boundaries, creating virtual fences to guide their animals without physical herding. Halter's system not only enhances productivity but also collects behavioral data to alert farmers about critical events, such as when cows are in heat, lame, or nearing calving. By optimizing herd management, Halter aims to modernize dairy farming practices and improve animal welfare.

Carepatron

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Carepatron is a healthcare management software. The company's services include billing, coding, clinical notes, documentation, healthcare compliance, health records, medical dictation, online payments, practice management, a patient portal, and scheduling.

First AML

Series B in 2021
First AML Limited specializes in outsourced customer due diligence (CDD) services, offering a comprehensive range of solutions that include identity verification, source of wealth and source of funds assessments, PEP screening, and annual reporting and audit support. The company caters to various sectors, including law firms, accounting firms, real estate agents, and financial institutions. Established in 2017, First AML is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, and is recognized for its expertise in anti-money laundering compliance and risk management.

Partly

Seed Round in 2021
Partly Group Limited is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company based in Christchurch, New Zealand, established in 2020. The company focuses on transforming the way individuals and businesses engage with vehicle parts. By leveraging innovative technology, Partly aims to streamline the process of sourcing and managing vehicle components, enhancing efficiency and accessibility in the automotive industry. Through its platform, Partly seeks to provide a more intuitive and effective solution for customers, thereby reshaping the interaction landscape in the vehicle parts market.

Halter

Series B in 2021
Halter Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Morrinsville, New Zealand, specializes in advanced agricultural technology. The company designs GPS-enabled, solar-powered collars for cows, allowing farmers to monitor and manage their herds more efficiently. Utilizing a simple tablet application, farmers can remotely establish geographic boundaries, creating virtual fences to guide their animals without physical herding. Halter's system not only enhances productivity but also collects behavioral data to alert farmers about critical events, such as when cows are in heat, lame, or nearing calving. By optimizing herd management, Halter aims to modernize dairy farming practices and improve animal welfare.

Partly

Seed Round in 2020
Partly Group Limited is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company based in Christchurch, New Zealand, established in 2020. The company focuses on transforming the way individuals and businesses engage with vehicle parts. By leveraging innovative technology, Partly aims to streamline the process of sourcing and managing vehicle components, enhancing efficiency and accessibility in the automotive industry. Through its platform, Partly seeks to provide a more intuitive and effective solution for customers, thereby reshaping the interaction landscape in the vehicle parts market.

Halter

Series B in 2020
Halter Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Morrinsville, New Zealand, specializes in advanced agricultural technology. The company designs GPS-enabled, solar-powered collars for cows, allowing farmers to monitor and manage their herds more efficiently. Utilizing a simple tablet application, farmers can remotely establish geographic boundaries, creating virtual fences to guide their animals without physical herding. Halter's system not only enhances productivity but also collects behavioral data to alert farmers about critical events, such as when cows are in heat, lame, or nearing calving. By optimizing herd management, Halter aims to modernize dairy farming practices and improve animal welfare.

Sunfed Meats

Series A in 2018
Sunfed Meats is a New Zealand-based company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Auckland. The company specializes in the development of plant-based meat alternatives using premium yellow pea protein. Sunfed's products are designed to mimic the taste, texture, and cooking qualities of traditional animal meat, offering a healthier option for consumers. By focusing on vegetable proteins, Sunfed aims to provide sustainable alternatives that benefit both individual health and the environment.

Nexus Notes

Seed Round in 2015
Nexus Notes Pty Ltd. operates an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of course notes among university students in Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Darlinghurst, Australia, the platform allows users to upload their assignments and questions to receive feedback from tutors. It provides a peer-to-peer educational environment where students can access study materials, templates, and course guides. The marketplace also features promotional codes, sharing options, and discounts, enabling students to utilize effective study techniques to enhance their academic performance.
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