Gheorg
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Gheorg is a Sydney-based company that focuses on improving children's mental health, specifically targeting those aged 7 to 12 who experience anxiety and depression. Founded in 2019, Gheorg has developed an AI-enhanced platform that provides accessible psychological therapy in a just-in-time (JIT) format. The platform employs evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), to help children manage their anxiety and build resilience. By encouraging children to express their thoughts and experiences, Gheorg aims to reduce anxiety and foster emotional well-being among its young users.
Buzzy Games
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Buzzy Games helps kids design and develop their own multiplayer games before publishing them for others to play. Their game design and development courses are delivered live and online each week by a Buzzy Coach.
Young Change Agents
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Young Change Agents Pty Ltd is a Sydney-based organization that offers a social entrepreneurship program aimed at young people aged 10 to 18. Founded in 2016, the company helps youth recognize problems as opportunities through various initiatives, including a train-the-trainer program, an explorer program, and a youth incubator. Additional offerings consist of design challenges, industry intrapreneurship opportunities, and the Academy for Enterprising Girls. Young Change Agents seeks to equip participants with essential skills in creative thinking, critical thinking, and communication, empowering them to envision themselves as entrepreneurs and leaders capable of making a positive impact in the world.
BOP Industries
Seed Round in 2020
BOP Industries provides school holiday programmes, events, and master classes for young people wanting to make a change and bring their ideas to life. It is a holographic projection startup bringing magic to technology.
Enrise
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Enrise is an Australian registered charity delivering supported educational services through Need a Tutor.
Edoome, Inc. is a Chile-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in creating online classrooms designed to enhance communication and collaboration between teachers, students, and parents. Its platform serves as a comprehensive social learning management system, allowing educators to share files and videos, publish assignments, quizzes, and grades, and effectively organize their classes. By providing tools that streamline lesson planning, assessment, and progress tracking, Edoome aims to simplify the educational experience for teachers and improve student engagement. The company focuses on bridging the gap between private and public education, fostering a connected online education community.
Gheorg
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Gheorg is a Sydney-based company that focuses on improving children's mental health, specifically targeting those aged 7 to 12 who experience anxiety and depression. Founded in 2019, Gheorg has developed an AI-enhanced platform that provides accessible psychological therapy in a just-in-time (JIT) format. The platform employs evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), to help children manage their anxiety and build resilience. By encouraging children to express their thoughts and experiences, Gheorg aims to reduce anxiety and foster emotional well-being among its young users.
Swarmin
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Swarmin, founded in 2019 by Subash Sundaresan, is a technology company that has developed an artificial intelligence platform designed to transform the conventional understanding of machine learning. The platform enables users to execute machine learning algorithms while ensuring that target data remains on their own devices. By employing a blend of distributed modeling techniques and concurrent distributed processing, Swarmin aims to enhance both the accuracy and timeliness of machine learning models for its clients. This innovative approach allows organizations to leverage machine learning technology more securely and effectively.
Early Match
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Early Match is an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of real estate properties. The company offers a platform that provides users with access to a comprehensive database of for-sale properties and related information. This enables individuals to engage in real estate transactions on their own terms, allowing them to test the market without commitment. By eliminating the need for intermediary contractors, Early Match empowers users to make informed decisions about purchasing or selling properties in desirable locations and at competitive prices.
Aggie Global
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Aggie Global is a social enterprise that operates a two-sided marketplace designed to connect smallholder farmers in Fiji and Australia with local buyers. The company's e-commerce platform facilitates the purchase of unique, locally grown produce, allowing businesses to easily source products from multiple farmers in just a few clicks. By highlighting the stories of farmers, Aggie Global not only promotes their products but also provides valuable education to both farmers and buyers about local seasonality and buyer demands. This initiative aims to enhance market access for farmers while fostering a deeper understanding of the local food supply chain among consumers.
Hatcher+
Seed Round in 2019
Hatcher+ is a Singapore-based venture capital firm founded in 2013, specializing in early-stage investments with a focus on artificial intelligence companies. The firm employs a data-driven approach to venture investing, having analyzed over 600,000 venture capital transactions and constructed more than 4 billion virtual portfolios to assess various investment strategies. Hatcher+ leverages insights from this extensive analysis to develop a smart beta, indexed-like investment strategy that aims to deliver robust and predictable returns. The firm's global network of deal origination partners enhances its access to diverse investment opportunities. Additionally, Hatcher+ features the VAAST (Venture-as-a-Service Technology) platform, which is designed to facilitate deal analysis, custom portfolio creation, task management, and application processing from startups via a branded interface.
Hidup.co.id
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Hidup.co.id is an online property booking platform based in Indonesia that connects landlords with expats, students, and locals seeking medium to long-term rental properties in prominent cities such as Surabaya, Makassar, Jakarta, Yogyakarta, and Bali. The platform facilitates the rental process by allowing potential tenants to take virtual tours of available properties before making a booking, which can range from one month to two years. By streamlining the rental experience, Hidup.co.id aims to help landlords and property managers increase their income through reduced vacancy rates and a more efficient and secure rental process for both parties involved.
Advanx Health
Angel Round in 2019
Advanx Health is a health and wellness company based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, that specializes in personalized, data-driven healthcare solutions. Established in 2018, the company focuses on empowering individuals to take control of their health by providing tailored lifestyle recommendations derived from genetic data. Advanx Health's product offerings include DNA Explorer Personal, which delivers customized DNA reports; DNA Explorer Prime, which provides insights into health predispositions, nutrition, fitness, and more; DNA Explorer Carrier, which outlines potential carrier genes with guidance from genetic counselors; and DNA Explorer Baby, offering non-invasive prenatal testing for certain genetic conditions. The company's approach integrates advanced genomics with a commitment to preventive health and personalized care, aiming to address significant health challenges such as obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
Rental Heroes
Pre Seed Round in 2019
ReHeroes, based in Melbourne, Australia, specializes in property management software that leverages artificial intelligence to streamline communication between tenants and property managers. Founded in 2018, the company offers an AI-powered chatbot named Alex, which addresses common tenant inquiries and automates maintenance requests. Alex facilitates interactions through various existing channels such as Messenger, SMS, and email, eliminating the need for separate portals or logins, thereby enhancing user adoption. By automating approximately 62% of tenant requests, ReHeroes significantly reduces the volume of emails and phone calls property managers must handle. Additionally, the software integrates seamlessly with cloud-based customer relationship management and maintenance systems, allowing for efficient management of tenant issues and inquiries.
TalkiPlay
Seed Round in 2019
TalkiPlay develops language teaching devices for children to practice and develop speech and language skills. Its TalkiPlay readers are designed for small hands, enabling children to explore their world through hands-on play and to accelerate language development. The approach makes language learning engaging for children and straightforward for parents, and the products target early childhood language development, including support for children with speech delay, aiming to improve educational outcomes by combining exploration with practice.
MySail
Pre Seed Round in 2019
MySail is a crew finding and management platform designed to assist sailors in locating crewing positions and connecting with skippers. Founded by an avid sailor, the company addresses the common challenges faced by skippers and boat managers in organizing their racing crews. MySail enables users to create detailed crew profiles, send sailing invitations, and efficiently manage their sailing schedules. The platform not only helps experienced sailors showcase their credentials and discover new racing opportunities but also supports newcomers in finding suitable sailing experiences. By facilitating connections between sailors and eligible crew personnel, MySail enhances the overall sailing experience and promotes effective crew management for various upcoming races.
JobWordsAI
Pre Seed Round in 2019
JobWords Pty Ltd operates a recruitment marketing platform that aggregates job advertisements from various company websites. Founded in 2018 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform serves as an Enterprise SaaS solution, allowing global companies to showcase customizable job boards and advertisements directly on their websites and social media channels. In addition to job listings, JobWords provides reports and insights regarding job postings and applicant behavior, enhancing the recruitment process for its clients.
Theratrak
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Theratrak is a mobile application designed to enhance the delivery of therapy services by enabling therapists to capture and digitize important information during therapy sessions. This application facilitates the prescription and monitoring of home therapy programs, allowing therapists to send tailored programs directly to clients. Theratrak addresses barriers to healthcare access, such as distance, time, and cost, particularly for individuals with disabilities. By providing tools for remote monitoring and progress tracking, the application improves the connection between face-to-face therapy sessions and home-based care, ultimately enhancing the overall therapeutic experience for both clients and health professionals.
Pioneera
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Pioneera Group is an Australian company that specializes in developing an online platform utilizing text analytics and artificial intelligence to identify and mitigate workplace stress. The company's flagship product, Indie, is designed to assist large organizations in creating more responsive and considerate work environments. By leveraging machine learning and language matching, Pioneera's tools help businesses recognize signs of stress, anxiety, and unconscious bias among employees. Their mission focuses on preventing burnout and fostering healthier workplace attitudes, thereby enhancing overall productivity and employee well-being. Through a combination of technology and psychological insights, Pioneera aims to support hybrid working models and provide personalized assistance to create workplaces that employees can thrive in.
Triiyo
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Triiyo is a Sydney-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in workforce connectivity and people management solutions. Its platform is designed to enhance employee engagement and retention, particularly during workplace transitions. Triiyo simplifies communication between managers and employees through automated workflows, connectivity nudges, and community-building features. The platform ensures that employees are well-equipped to navigate work transitions and life events by providing engaging experiences and real-time connectivity. By facilitating effective communication flows, Triiyo aims to improve overall employee well-being and support organizations in creating a more connected and engaged workforce.
POD FARMS
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2017, Pod Farms has a vision to bring healthy food options to every single home and we are working towards that goal. In order to do this, we are providing garden installation services to homes who want maintenance-free, organic vegetable gardens for busy lives and tight budgets (I mean, who could deny that?). Their gardens are intended to replace the need for purchasing organic grown food from grocery stores. So, not only does this save you time and money, you also know EXACTLY what you’re eating and where it is from. The way food was intended to be.
She’s A Crowd
Seed Round in 2018
She’s A Crowd Pty Ltd is an Australian company based in Sydney that operates an online platform designed for victims and survivors of harassment and sexual assault to share their stories and experiences. Founded in 2018, the platform leverages crowdsourcing technology and data analytics to collect and analyze information related to gender-based violence. By building a comprehensive database, She’s A Crowd aims to map public spaces and provide valuable insights to inform efforts to combat crimes targeting women. The company capitalizes on the trend of social storytelling, enabling users from around the world to contribute their narratives, which in turn helps those in positions of authority understand and address the complexities of gender-based violence.
The Neighbourhood Effect
Seed Round in 2018
The Neighbourhood Effect is a new social enterprise based in Canberra. Their mission is to make it easy, fun, social and financially rewarding for Australians to reduce their personal environmental footprints.
GlobalWhere
Seed Round in 2018
GlobalWhere operates a data-sharing platform centered around enhancing worker safety, particularly focusing on mitigating fatigue-related risks. The company collects safety-relevant data, with a primary emphasis on fatigue levels obtained through wearable wristbands. This data is then processed using predictive analytics to create comprehensive worker profiles, enabling real-time visibility into fatigue risk and facilitating better decision-making among workers, operators, and customers for up to 18 hours in advance.
PlastX is a supply-chain software platform focused on the responsible sourcing of recycled plastic in Asia. The company operates both digital and physical platforms to secure traceable recycled plastics, specifically polymerase chain reaction-plastic. PlastX facilitates the collection and transportation of used plastic, ensuring that businesses receive the recovered materials they need at market rates. By sourcing plastic responsibly, the company enables clients to recover specific types of plastic from local communities, providing them with supplementary income opportunities. In addition to enhancing the availability of reusable plastic, PlastX emphasizes traceability and authenticity in its operations, contributing to a more sustainable supply chain for recycled materials.
Spark Dates
Seed Round in 2018
Spark is a subscription-based service that revitalizes relationships by planning and organizing unique date experiences for couples on a monthly basis. It offers a hassle-free platform with exclusive menus, special events, and private tours, aiming to transform date nights from an afterthought into a fulfilling and exciting part of relationships.
Sparrows.io
Seed Round in 2018
Sparrows.io is a developer of a shipping logistics platform that delivers real-time actionable alerts focused on location and temperature for logistics teams. The company combines software and hardware to offer customizable checkpoint alerts, notifying users when shipments and assets are departing or nearing their destination. This system allows clients to establish safe thresholds and receive alerts if any issues arise, enhancing visibility across their operations. By improving monitoring and control, Sparrows.io enables businesses to save costs and optimize their logistics processes.
Trajctory
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Trajctory is a technology company that specializes in visual inspection solutions for various industries, particularly in roofing and aviation. Its innovative platform allows roofing businesses to efficiently scan large flat roofs without the need for physical access, significantly enhancing profitability by reducing labor hours and improving safety measures. The platform utilizes advanced image data to provide detailed views that surpass conventional mapping systems. In the aviation sector, Trajctory's technology enables the identification of potential risks around grounded aircraft by unlocking GPS data from captured images and displaying it on a custom three-dimensional map. This functionality allows users to access precise inspection images, facilitating accurate predictions for required aircraft maintenance. With the incorporation of artificial intelligence and machine learning, Trajctory also offers object detection and automatic image tagging, further optimizing operational efficiency.
Alixir
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Alixir is a company focused on advancing healthcare technology through the application of deep learning and computer vision. It is developing a mammographic lesion detection system aimed at improving the detection of breast cancer. The system utilizes machine learning to analyze plain-film medical imaging, specifically targeting anomalies on chest X-rays in emergency departments. This innovative approach enhances the ability of radiologists to accurately identify and diagnose breast cancer, making the process more efficient and cost-effective.
Ambient
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Ambient is an Australian company specializing in environmental mapping of noise and air pollution across major cities and regions. The company aims to enhance public understanding of how transport-related noise and air quality impact residential areas. It produces detailed maps and tabulated data that encompass various factors, including road traffic noise, railway noise, air traffic noise, and air quality levels, which can be assessed for individual properties as well as entire suburbs. Ambient serves both enterprises and government entities, offering valuable insights that assist in property valuation, investment decisions, and urban planning. By providing the most comprehensive noise and air quality datasets in Australia, Ambient enables stakeholders to make informed choices regarding their living and investment environments while also helping government bodies improve efficiency and reduce costs.
SciGround
Pre Seed Round in 2018
SciGround is a developer of a mixed reality mobile game web application aimed at children, parents, and teachers. The platform enhances physical environments with engaging digital experiences and interactive games, fostering a love for learning in children. By creating science playgrounds, SciGround enables kids to explore various skills and concepts while interacting with the outdoor world. The application serves as a valuable educational tool, promoting experiential learning through a blend of fun and informative content.
Inndox
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Inndox is a technology company focused on digitizing property records and enhancing property management through innovative solutions. Its platform enables the management of maintenance history and life-cycle asset management by providing a dynamic web application that facilitates access to and sharing of vital information. This technology supports property owners and stakeholders in making informed decisions during real estate transactions, whether buying, leasing, or selling. Inndox emphasizes the importance of public safety and efficiency by incorporating tools such as templates and checklists that streamline document handovers. The company's commitment to creating smart cities of the future underscores its dedication to leveraging technology for environmental and community benefits. Inndox's participation in the CityConnect Smart Cities program reflects its ambition to develop comprehensive smart city solutions in collaboration with industry experts.
Styylr
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Styylr offers goods for babies and kids. It all started when... we realized that, whilst our little one was somersaulting and fist-pumping his existence inside my growing tummy, that this would be the perfect time to try and launch the start-up we always talked about. Babies are totally predictable and super understanding, right? This will be a breeze right? Right? Hello? Anyone there? Since then, we have successfully launched our greatest project to date. Our little one now joins us earthside to help navigate the trials and tribulations of parenthood, entrepreneurship, and general bossing over life.
Callsweepr
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Callsweepr is a telecommunications platform that aims to reduce the number of unsolicited calls. Callsweepr will warn you of any potential threats before you answer the phone, allowing you to prepare or answer other calls first.
Trippple
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Trippple is a delivery service company based in Brisbane that specializes in rapid and secure business-to-business delivery of documents, parcels, and packages. The company's platform offers on-demand services tailored for professionals, ensuring fast, reliable, and secure delivery solutions. Clients benefit from features such as live status updates, tracking capabilities, and proof of delivery, which enhance the overall efficiency and transparency of the delivery process.
GoDrve
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
GoDrve is an Australian company focused on transforming the driving education experience. It operates an online platform that connects learner drivers with trusted local instructors, making driving lessons more accessible and affordable. By utilizing a user-friendly app, GoDrve aims to reduce the barriers associated with learning to drive, providing a convenient solution for individuals seeking to obtain their driver's license. Through its innovative approach, the company is committed to enhancing the overall experience of learning to drive.
Refni One
Seed Round in 2017
Refni One is a digital media platform that enables users to explore content and events from diverse perspectives, allowing them to discover new interests and ideas outside their existing networks. The platform functions as a discovery engine, showcasing content influenced by the preferences of others rather than relying solely on users' previous interactions such as likes and shares. This innovative approach empowers consumers to make informed decisions and form independent opinions, enhancing their content discovery experience. By facilitating connections with a broader range of users and related events, Refni One fosters a richer, more varied exploration of the digital landscape.
Otlet operates an online database platform designed to facilitate research and discoveries in the biological sciences. The company provides a comprehensive index of biological research samples, accessible to a global community of researchers. This platform allows scientists to submit, share, and request biological samples related to their work with plants and animals. By streamlining the process of accessing and exchanging research materials, Otlet aims to support and enhance collaborative scientific efforts and advancement in the field of biological research.
FARMpay
Seed Round in 2017
FARMpay Pty Ltd. is an Australian company that specializes in supply chain management for on-farm grain sales. Founded in 2016 and based in Wagga Wagga, the company offers a digital platform that facilitates real-time data transfer and payment, connecting all parties in the grain supply chain. FARMpay significantly reduces payment processing times from months to days and allows for contract management in a centralized location. The platform enhances visibility across the supply chain through a digital dashboard, providing live delivery notifications and confirmations of quality and quantity. Additionally, it streamlines the reconciliation of multiple contracts and generates comprehensive reports while integrating seamlessly with existing systems. FARMpay also provides grain traders and buyers with access to supply chain finance options, optimizing supplier payments and improving cash flow for grain growers, traders, and buyers alike.
Coworkally
Seed Round in 2017
Coworkally is a provider of an online co-working network designed to facilitate human interaction, accountability, and support among entrepreneurs and freelancers. The platform enables users to connect, collaborate, and share ideas in real time, fostering a productive environment for problem-solving and goal-setting. By offering tools for time management and progress tracking, Coworkally enhances the collaborative experience, allowing individuals to thrive through mutual support and teamwork.
Airloom
Seed Round in 2017
There is no manual for life and death. Because both are deeply personal. But what if there was a space that felt safe and comfortable enough to guide you through your thinking? Airloom solves this problem by asking the questions you don't think to ask. We're building online tools to organise and collate your important details and make them accessible to family and friends. Airloom prompts the conversations no one knows to have, facilities the decisions we find hard to make and keeps our answers safe. For this life and the lives we want to look after, even when we're not around.
Longevity App
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Longevity App is a micro-savings application that helps users save for retirement through everyday financial transactions. The app is designed to link a daily transaction account with a superannuation account, automatically deducting a small percentage from each purchase made. This innovative approach allows users to effortlessly build their retirement savings without impacting their current lifestyle. By encouraging small, consistent contributions, Longevity App aims to facilitate financial security for the future while promoting responsible spending habits.
BindiMaps
Seed Round in 2017
BindiMaps is a mobile app designed to enhance navigation in indoor spaces for users with visual impairments. The app uses natural language audio descriptions to guide users, providing precise location information and directions to their desired destinations. BindiMaps aims to make every indoor space fully accessible, thereby improving the lives of individuals with vision impairment by promoting independence, employment opportunities, and community engagement. Additionally, the app offers real-time hazard warnings and evacuation procedures, ensuring safe navigation through unfamiliar and complex environments.
VetChat
Seed Round in 2017
VetChat is a leading telehealth provider for pets in Australia, offering an online marketplace that connects pet owners with experienced veterinarians through video and text consultations. Launched in 2015, the company has expanded its services nationwide and has consulted with pet owners in seven additional countries across three continents. VetChat's platform focuses on delivering expert advice on various pet health issues, including chronic conditions, allergies, conjunctivitis, and nutrition management. By utilizing one-on-one video consultations, VetChat enhances the accessibility of veterinary care, providing families with peace of mind regarding their pets' health.
Neighbourlytics
Seed Round in 2017
Neighbourlytics is a social analytics platform focused on neighborhoods, addressing the human data gap within the property sector. The company offers a software solution that integrates community lifestyle and behavioral analytics, enabling property developers, asset managers, consultancies, and governments to make informed, community-centric decisions. By utilizing location data and insights into social dynamics, Neighbourlytics assists urban planners and developers in optimizing their projects to better meet the needs of local communities. This approach enhances urban development strategies, allowing for more effective planning, design, and management of urban spaces.
bron.tech
Pre Seed Round in 2017
bron.tech is a company that specializes in decentralized infrastructure for data sharing and identity management. It is building MyBron platform that aims to redefine the entire economics of data as we know it, by translating data into digital currency.
Young Change Agents
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Young Change Agents Pty Ltd is a Sydney-based organization that offers a social entrepreneurship program aimed at young people aged 10 to 18. Founded in 2016, the company helps youth recognize problems as opportunities through various initiatives, including a train-the-trainer program, an explorer program, and a youth incubator. Additional offerings consist of design challenges, industry intrapreneurship opportunities, and the Academy for Enterprising Girls. Young Change Agents seeks to equip participants with essential skills in creative thinking, critical thinking, and communication, empowering them to envision themselves as entrepreneurs and leaders capable of making a positive impact in the world.
CoRoster
Pre Seed Round in 2017
CoRoster is a Melbourne-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in online staff scheduling and workforce planning solutions. Its platform is designed to improve staff management in high-pressure environments such as healthcare and emergency services by addressing both employer and employee needs. CoRoster automates the collection of staff preferences and the creation of rosters, allowing businesses to define shift rules and manage rest times effectively. This technology not only enhances communication by providing staff with real-time updates on shifts and availability through their phones, but also significantly reduces burnout and turnover by minimizing last-minute shift swaps due to no-shows and sick leave. By streamlining the scheduling process, CoRoster enables organizations to allocate more time to core business tasks.
Liveable
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Liveable is Taking the guesswork out of finding an ideal place to live in neighbourhoods personalised to your lifestyle
Therapair
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Health and wellness professionals who choose to start their own business quickly realize that getting new customers is not as easy as they thought. On the other hand, people looking for health and wellness services struggle with finding the right therapist to suit their needs and someone they can connect and feel comfortable with, instantly. That's where Therapair comes in. Therapair is a website that matches health and wellness professionals with the right type of customers based on their individual preferences and allows them to book appointments online with a therapist they've been matched with. It’s like eHarmony meets Airbnb for the health and wellness space.
Shiftiez
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Shiftiez Humanizes Rosters, helping employers automate the creation of rosters everyone will agree on saving time and money.. We support complex rules defining how people can work and when (such as fatigue management and shift transition) and work with staff preferences to create schedules that everyone sticks to, building a more engaged workforce.
maria is an insurance management platform focused on enhancing the business insurance intermediation process. It was developed through the collaboration of experienced professionals in general insurance intermediation and information technology. The platform captures and stores comprehensive data from client interactions, which enriches the adviser-client relationship rather than promoting disintermediation like many online insurance services. By streamlining administrative tasks such as paperwork and data entry, maria allows insurance advisers to dedicate more time to building relationships and negotiating favorable insurance terms. This approach aims to lower operational costs for both business owners and insurance intermediaries while improving the professionalism of the point of sale. The organization is committed to becoming a leading method for intermediated business insurance program design and data collection.
BenchOn
Seed Round in 2016
BenchOn Pty Ltd operates an online platform that facilitates business-to-business sub-contracting by providing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) marketplace. This platform connects businesses with idle staff to short-term contracts from various sectors, including defense, IT, cybersecurity, construction, mining, oil and gas, engineering, logistics, and project management. By utilizing an innovative matching methodology, BenchOn helps organizations efficiently access qualified talent based on availability, skill sets, and experience. Incorporated in 2016 and headquartered in Gold Coast, Australia, BenchOn aims to optimize workforce utilization, allowing businesses to manage fluctuations in demand while minimizing the inefficiencies associated with underutilized personnel.
Writally
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Writally is a company that specializes in transforming the expertise of knowledge workers into high-quality marketing content efficiently and cost-effectively. Recognizing the challenges organizations face in producing compelling content amidst overwhelming demand, Writally provides a web-based application that offers customized content frameworks, known as "recipes." These recipes serve as structural guides tailored to the specific purpose, style, and voice of the desired content. By simply completing an online questionnaire, users receive step-by-step instructions for creating various types of marketing materials, such as blog posts, emails, and social media content. This innovative approach significantly reduces the time required for content creation, enabling knowledge workers to produce original and engaging content without the burden of figuring out the writing process. Writally addresses the need for effective content generation, allowing organizations to empower their teams while minimizing the time and cost associated with traditional content creation methods.
TrusTill
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
TrusTill is a payment processing service provider based in Australia, specializing in solutions for legal, accounting, and professional services firms. The company's platform is designed to facilitate payment processing while ensuring compliance with legal trust accounting regulations. TrusTill aims to simplify the payment experience for its clients by offering a secure and straightforward method for processing client payments. By focusing on the unique needs of professional service firms, TrusTill enhances cash flow management and promotes efficient financial transactions.
QuickSafety
Funding Round in 2016
QuickSafety Pty Ltd, established in 1980, is an Australian-based RegTech company specializing in software development for electrical compliance management. It offers a mobile application and web portal, QuickSafety, which enables electricians, contractors, and regulators to pre-plan jobs, lodge compliance, and store data. The platform aims to mitigate electrical risks, prevent power failures, fires, and electrocutions, and ensure transparent, secure record-keeping. QuickSafety is certified by government standards and approved by electrical regulators, serving clients across Australia, New Zealand, and expanding into South Africa, Europe, the UK, and the USA.
Writally
Seed Round in 2016
Writally is a company that specializes in transforming the expertise of knowledge workers into high-quality marketing content efficiently and cost-effectively. Recognizing the challenges organizations face in producing compelling content amidst overwhelming demand, Writally provides a web-based application that offers customized content frameworks, known as "recipes." These recipes serve as structural guides tailored to the specific purpose, style, and voice of the desired content. By simply completing an online questionnaire, users receive step-by-step instructions for creating various types of marketing materials, such as blog posts, emails, and social media content. This innovative approach significantly reduces the time required for content creation, enabling knowledge workers to produce original and engaging content without the burden of figuring out the writing process. Writally addresses the need for effective content generation, allowing organizations to empower their teams while minimizing the time and cost associated with traditional content creation methods.
Folktale
Seed Round in 2016
Folktale is a Brisbane-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in community storytelling and social listening services. The company offers a video platform that facilitates the sharing of diverse voices and insights, bridging the gap between individuals who share stories and organizations seeking to enhance their impact. Folktale's software is designed to elevate communities through accessible technology, enabling users to create custom video templates and share narratives effectively. By transforming personal stories into actionable insights, Folktale helps organizations remain informed and responsive to the perspectives that matter most to their stakeholders.
Grassrootz
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Grassrootz is a developer of an online charity fundraising platform aimed at enhancing the fundraising experience for charitable causes. Founded by a team with firsthand experience in raising funds for nonprofit organizations, Grassrootz addresses the challenges inherent in existing fundraising software, particularly high fees and limitations that hinder effective fundraising. The platform offers a mobile-based tool that allows not-for-profit organizations to raise money while promoting their own brand instead of the fundraising platform. By focusing on reducing the costs associated with fundraising, Grassrootz seeks to empower organizations to increase their fundraising capacity and, ultimately, improve the lives of those they serve. The company's success is measured by the positive impact it has on communities through the work of its clients.
Button
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Button.ai is a bot integration for Slack that nudges conversations along with quick-reply buttons below a message. The result is rapid decision-making and a valuable dataset for organizational insights. In July 2016 Button.ai was voted most popular bot out of more than 200 teams at the first international botathon organized by VentureBeat. Button.ai is developed in partnership with BlueChilli.
ShopWings
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
ShopWings is an online platform based in Sydney, Australia, specializing in grocery delivery services. The company offers consumers the convenience of having groceries purchased and delivered directly to their homes by trained shopping staff. By streamlining the grocery shopping experience, ShopWings aims to provide a reliable and efficient service for its users, enhancing the overall convenience of accessing essential household products.
Site Diary
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Site Diary Pty Ltd, incorporated in 2015 and based in Caloundra, Australia, specializes in developing software for the civil construction sector. The company's flagship product, SiteDiary, is a mobile web application that allows supervisors and engineers to efficiently record daily activities on construction sites. This includes tracking actual work hours, materials used, and subcontractor activities. By replacing traditional pen-and-paper methods, which are still prevalent among over 75% of civil construction companies, the software streamlines data collection, eliminating the need for manual entry into spreadsheets and databases. SiteDiary enables real-time data synchronization and uploads information to an online server, allowing management to access crucial cost and project progress data easily. This innovative approach addresses inefficiencies in recording processes and helps clients save time and labor, ultimately enhancing productivity within the industry.
Capability Builder
Seed Round in 2016
Capability Builder specializes in cloud-based management systems aimed at enhancing people management processes. The company's offerings focus on professional development, particularly for front-line leaders and their teams. By generating clear, objective evidence for performance-related decisions, Capability Builder enables managers to create individualized career journeys and learning plans. This approach facilitates the setting of realistic goals aligned with core business objectives, ultimately building the confidence and capability of leadership within organizations.
Othera
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Othera is a technology company that has developed proprietary blockchain solutions aimed at addressing critical issues in the global debt market, such as transparency, asset provenance, and market fragmentation. The company offers an end-to-end ecosystem that connects loan originators with investors, facilitating a seamless and trustworthy lifecycle for digital assets. By reimagining the technological infrastructure of the debt value chain, Othera enhances the management and tracking of assets and their documentation throughout their lifecycle. This innovative platform enables participants in the loan and capital markets to communicate, transact, and manage data and cash flows efficiently, thereby reducing time and cost burdens associated with the loan and debt asset processes. Through its blockchain-enabled digital lending solutions, Othera seeks to transform how financial transactions occur within the debt market landscape.
Hypometer Technologies
Seed Round in 2015
Hypometer Technologies Pty Ltd, founded in 2015 and based in Collingwood, Australia, specializes in providing sports insights and analytics through its platforms, Stats Insider and Fantasy Insider. These platforms utilize advanced machine learning models to deliver predictive analytics on various sports, including Australian Rules Football, rugby league, cricket, and soccer. Hypometer Technologies enhances the sports experience for fans by offering data-driven content, match and ladder projections, and in-game simulations. Users can access detailed performance predictions for players and teams, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding fantasy sports selections, betting profitability, and overall game predictions. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to elevate engagement and understanding of sports analytics in the Australian market.
FundX is a marketplace invoice financing platform founded in 2015 and based in Surry Hills, New South Wales. The company specializes in providing businesses with a streamlined approach to address cash flow gaps through services such as invoice discounting and invoice factoring. Utilizing big data, machine learning, and predictive algorithms, FundX's platform offers a fast and efficient way for business owners to secure funding against outstanding invoices. Advances are repaid in 12 equal weekly installments, with rates determined by a risk-based pricing model that accounts for the performance of client businesses. This innovative approach enables businesses to access smart, invoice-based funding to support their growth effectively.
SpaceConnect
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
SpaceConnect Pty Ltd. is a Sydney-based company that specializes in Bluetooth-based space management systems to enhance office utilization. Founded in 2015, the firm offers automated solutions for desk and meeting room bookings, allowing users to navigate the office environment seamlessly. Its platform leverages ambient intelligence and IoT sensors to provide real-time management of office spaces, enabling employees to automatically reserve available desks or meeting rooms without the need to interact with their mobile devices. This innovative approach facilitates efficient space management, streamlining both user experience and operational effectiveness. As of late 2019, SpaceConnect operates as a subsidiary of Smartspace Software plc.
Xcursion
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Xcursion is a mobile application designed to support the management of outdoor school activities and excursions. The app provides essential tools for addressing medical, dietary, and logistical concerns, enabling teachers to effectively oversee student health and safety during such events. By facilitating planning and preparation for emergencies, Xcursion aims to enhance the overall experience and security of school excursions, ensuring that educators are equipped to handle any incidents that may arise.
Unscrabble Solutions
Seed Round in 2015
Unscrabble Pty Ltd is an Australian company based in Alderley, incorporated in 2015, that offers an online platform designed to facilitate the exchange of information between businesses for trading and supply chain transparency. The platform enables companies to connect with suppliers and customers, allowing for efficient and accurate sharing of information. By simplifying engagement processes, Unscrabble reduces the time required to gather and evaluate company data, eliminating the need for cumbersome forms, emails, and spreadsheets. This solution centralizes information management, ensuring that businesses can keep their data up to date in one location and streamline access for trusted connections.
HowAboutEat
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
HowAboutEat is a food delivery service catering to professionals by providing lunch from a variety of restaurants directly to their workplaces. Founded in 2015 by Serg Metelin and Giovanni Ravone, the company is based in Sydney, New South Wales. HowAboutEat's platform allows customers to place orders through text messages, ensuring a simple and efficient ordering process. It offers a diverse menu selection and charges only a nominal delivery fee, making it an accessible option for those seeking convenient meal solutions during their workday.
CurrencyVue
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
CurrencyVue is a developer of a foreign exchange risk management platform that assists businesses in managing international payments and FX hedging. The platform provides users with a real-time view of their foreign exchange exposures through intuitive dashboards and visual analytics. By aggregating foreign invoices and orders, CurrencyVue enables finance managers to accurately assess their FX exposure and take appropriate actions to hedge against risks. The platform facilitates seamless execution of payments and hedging directly within the system, which enhances profit margin predictability, reduces operational costs, and eliminates the need for error-prone manual processes. Founded in 2017, CurrencyVue aims to streamline FX management for companies engaged in international trade.
Maestro Sports
Seed Round in 2015
Maestro Sports is a company that specializes in providing innovative software solutions tailored for the professional and grassroots sports markets, particularly focusing on football. Founded and led by Paul McStay, a former professional football player with extensive experience in both the sports and technology sectors, Maestro Sports leverages this unique background to create effective tools for sports organizations. The company's platform includes features such as a coaching curriculum builder, performance analysis, and communication tools, which collectively empower coaches to enhance player development and optimize team performance. By combining industry expertise with advanced technology, Maestro Sports supports sports federations, clubs, and coaches in their game development and talent identification efforts.
GiggedIN
Seed Round in 2015
GiggedIN, established in 2012 and based in Sydney, Australia, is a ticketing service that offers monthly memberships for live entertainment events. It curates a diverse range of events, including gigs, clubs, comedy shows, and outdoor cinemas, featuring both local and international acts across various genres. The company works closely with event organizers and artists to create innovative ticketing solutions, aiming to enhance event success and sell more tickets.
GetSwift
Seed Round in 2015
GetSwift Limited is a logistics software company that specializes in developing and commercializing delivery management solutions across various global markets, including the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, GetSwift offers a comprehensive suite of software products designed to enhance business operations, focusing on logistics automation, workforce management, data analytics, and communication infrastructure. The company operates through two main segments: Technology Subscription Services and Communication Technology Services. Its solutions are tailored for enterprises, small to medium-sized businesses, and various sectors such as food and beverage, retail, and courier services. By providing real-time tracking, task dispatch, and delivery management capabilities, GetSwift aims to optimize delivery operations and improve overall business efficiency.
Grocery Butler
Seed Round in 2015
Grocery Butler is an online grocery delivery service operating in Australia, specializing in rapid delivery of a wide range of grocery items to customers' homes or offices. The company distinguishes itself by offering delivery in as little as 90 minutes, effectively serving as a personal shopper for individuals who value their time. By enabling customers to shop for groceries online, Grocery Butler streamlines the shopping experience, allowing users to avoid the time-consuming task of visiting physical stores. This service is especially beneficial for busy professionals and anyone looking to maximize their leisure time.
TokenOne is a cybersecurity software company that specializes in providing high-security business solutions for both enterprises and individual users. Its innovative identity authentication technology simplifies the authentication process by allowing users to access multiple accounts and services with just their phone and a single PIN. This solution eliminates the need for numerous passwords and other security measures, enhancing user convenience while ensuring robust security. TokenOne's software offers genuine two-factor authentication without the requirement for additional hardware, maintaining a zero-knowledge password proof system that prevents the disclosure of the PIN to any service. This approach enables clients to share private and sensitive information securely over the internet, making TokenOne a valuable partner in the cybersecurity landscape.
SpaceConnect
Seed Round in 2015
SpaceConnect Pty Ltd. is a Sydney-based company that specializes in Bluetooth-based space management systems to enhance office utilization. Founded in 2015, the firm offers automated solutions for desk and meeting room bookings, allowing users to navigate the office environment seamlessly. Its platform leverages ambient intelligence and IoT sensors to provide real-time management of office spaces, enabling employees to automatically reserve available desks or meeting rooms without the need to interact with their mobile devices. This innovative approach facilitates efficient space management, streamlining both user experience and operational effectiveness. As of late 2019, SpaceConnect operates as a subsidiary of Smartspace Software plc.
ResponSight
Seed Round in 2015
ResponSight Pty Ltd., established in 2015 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, specializes in security breach detection solutions. Its technology integrates with existing business security systems, monitoring for and alerting users to potential breaches. ResponSight's unique approach involves behavioral analytics, analyzing user and application activity on endpoints to establish baseline profiles, without collecting private information.
Sittr is a mobile application designed to assist parents in finding and booking reliable babysitters. Through its website and mobile apps for iOS and Android, parents can search for sitters, make bookings, and manage payments seamlessly. The application stands out by not charging extra for additional children, nor does it impose booking or monthly membership fees. This straightforward pricing structure allows busy parents to secure safe childcare at an hourly rate, thereby simplifying their search for trusted babysitting services.
The Paleo Way
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
The Paleo Way is literally the most natural dietary approach on earth, and the one most likely to support optimum physical and emotional health for the best quality of life.
Safety Compass
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Safety Compass is a developer of a work health and safety risk management application aimed at improving workplace safety for Australian workers. The company’s innovative application utilizes augmented reality technology to provide real-time hazard information based on the user’s physical location. By leveraging the capabilities of a smartphone's camera and GPS, Safety Compass enables workers to view and understand potential dangers in their environment, presenting critical safety information directly on their devices. This approach eliminates the need for cumbersome safety manuals and enhances the ability of workers to assess, manage, and avoid risks effectively, ultimately aiming to help bring them home safely at the end of each workday.
Shipzee
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Zapala Go is a provider of a cloud-based software solution designed for the removal, relocation, self-storage, freight forwarding, and logistics industries. The company offers an integrated platform that allows clients to schedule, cost, track, and trace their consignments efficiently. By eliminating paper-based inventories, Zapala Go enhances operational visibility and control over stored goods, enabling clients to access real-time information on the status and location of their shipments. The software employs advanced technologies, including blockchain, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, to streamline processes and reduce labor and error costs by up to 35% annually. As an innovative leader in its field, Zapala Go is facilitating a transition to a fully digital system, improving the overall efficiency of logistics operations.
Shipzee
Seed Round in 2015
Zapala Go is a provider of a cloud-based software solution designed for the removal, relocation, self-storage, freight forwarding, and logistics industries. The company offers an integrated platform that allows clients to schedule, cost, track, and trace their consignments efficiently. By eliminating paper-based inventories, Zapala Go enhances operational visibility and control over stored goods, enabling clients to access real-time information on the status and location of their shipments. The software employs advanced technologies, including blockchain, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, to streamline processes and reduce labor and error costs by up to 35% annually. As an innovative leader in its field, Zapala Go is facilitating a transition to a fully digital system, improving the overall efficiency of logistics operations.
I'll Pay
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
I’llPay operates an online platform designed to assist shoppers in negotiating prices with retailers. The platform allows users to submit offers and engage in price negotiations for products available on various online stores. This service helps retailers secure sales that might otherwise be lost to competitors due to pricing disputes, thereby fostering a more dynamic and flexible shopping experience.
CTARS
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
CTARS is a technology company established in 2009, specializing in developing a client management system tailored for disability services, out-of-home care, and children's services. The company offers a cloud-based platform that streamlines various operational needs, including service delivery, scheduling, billing, invoicing, daily activity logging, incident management, and outcomes reporting. Their management team, composed of expert clinicians and consultants, brings a wealth of knowledge in software development and technology integration. CTARS is committed to continuous improvement and proactive collaboration with regulatory and industry bodies, ensuring their software remains innovative and effective. By investing in research and development, CTARS aims to empower care providers with the necessary tools to enhance service delivery and improve outcomes for those in care.
Cuzin operates a global community marketplace designed to connect shoppers with a network of members who can assist in purchasing products from anywhere in the world. Through its platform, individuals can post requests for items they desire, which are then routed to other members geographically or commercially positioned to fulfill these requests. Members, referred to as "cuzins," can earn tips for helping others with their purchases. Additionally, any cuzin can monetize their location by sharing purchase opportunities, which are broadcast to interested members globally. Cuzin's platform not only facilitates shopping and shipping but also enhances social interaction among users, providing an integrated system for matching, communication, payment, and logistics.
WhenHub
Pre Seed Round in 2015
WhenHub makes it easy for people to tell stories with time using interactive visualizations
Topme
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Topme is a company that operates a personal data monetization platform aimed at mobile users with prepaid accounts. The platform allows consumers to securely share their personal data in exchange for benefits such as bonus mobile internet connectivity, prepaid utilities, and branded rewards. By signing up with their social media profiles, users can receive subsidized top-ups in the form of free airtime or personalized rewards from telecommunications companies, advertisers, and brands. This innovative approach empowers consumers to monetize their personal information while enjoying enhanced value for their mobile services.
StarPower International
Seed Round in 2014
StarPower International is a company that specializes in developing tools for celebrity social media monetization and analytics. The firm created an interactive social media platform aimed at enhancing the philanthropic efforts of celebrities. This platform offers unique and gamified experiences for fans, allowing them to gain exclusive VIP access to one-on-one interactions, special events, giveaways, and tickets. By leveraging these features, celebrities can raise funds for their charitable causes while fostering closer relationships with their most dedicated supporters. StarPower successfully exited its operations in 2016.
WithWine
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
WithWine is a technology company that specializes in providing a comprehensive commerce platform tailored for the wine industry. The platform enables wineries to facilitate direct-to-consumer sales by offering an integrated system that includes eCommerce, point-of-sale solutions, wine club management, customer relationship management, inventory management, payment processing, and analytics. By streamlining these functions, WithWine empowers winery operators to identify and create new sales opportunities while effectively managing their backend operations. The platform is designed to enhance profitability and improve customer engagement for those involved in the wine business.
Find A Driver Global
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Find A Driver Global is a company that specializes in taxi leasing and hiring services by providing a platform that connects accredited drivers with vehicle owners. Established in 2014, the company enables users to update the availability of their vehicles in real time from any device, facilitating the leasing of taxis for single or multiple shifts. By streamlining the process of matching drivers with available vehicles, Find A Driver Global aims to minimize vehicle downtime and maximize the return on investment for vehicle owners, thereby increasing the number of taxis available for commuters.
The New Agency
Acquisition in 2013
The New Agency is an Australian incubator that supports startup founders in launching or accelerating their businesses. Additionally, it assists well-established brands aiming to adopt a more agile and innovative approach. The agency provides a comprehensive range of services, including user experience and interface design, software development across major platforms, product strategy, marketing, advertising, and media relations. Operating on a fee-for-service basis, The New Agency prioritizes transparency in early-stage partnerships over equity arrangements. The team comprises skilled independent freelancers from the startup community, allowing the agency to maintain low operating costs and deliver affordable services to lean founding teams. By offering strategic planning, brand development, public relations, and event management, The New Agency enables businesses to foster recurring relationships with their customers and enhance operational efficiency.
Livestock Connect
Seed Round in 2013
Livestock Connect is a web-based platform that facilitates connections between meat producers and abattoirs through stock agents. The company's platform enables agents to build strong relationships with their producers and allows abattoirs to efficiently distribute pricing information online. By streamlining these interactions, Livestock Connect helps users save time and money, enhancing the overall efficiency of the livestock industry supply chain.
Composeright
Seed Round in 2013
Composeright Pty Ltd. operates ComWriter, a cloud-based writing application tailored for academics, students, and writers of structured documents. ComWriter offers a range of features, including an online library, citation management, and personal resource databases, enabling users to efficiently organize their writing and meet academic standards. The application allows users to store and manage research materials, insert in-text citations, and select from pre-defined formatting styles such as APA, Harvard, and MLA. Users can also manage tasks with alerts for deadlines, collaborate with peers, and restructure their essays easily. Additionally, ComWriter supports various resource types, including PDFs, bibliographic details, and multimedia, streamlining the process of creating bibliographies and managing extensive libraries. Founded in 2012 and based in Buderim, Australia, Composeright serves a diverse clientele, including students, researchers, faculty, and businesses.
CalendarTree
Non Equity Assistance in 2013
CalendarTree is a business that simplifies event scheduling and sharing. It allows users to create schedules on its platform, which can then be shared via email, social media, or website widgets. The schedules are compatible with Google Calendar, Outlook Calendar, and Apple Calendar, enabling recipients to add them to their personal calendars with ease. If there are any changes to the schedule, CalendarTree sends automatic email alerts to all connected calendars, allowing for instant updates. Additionally, users can access calendar history securely through the platform, and administrators have sharing capabilities for convenient management of schedules.
Divvy Parking
Non Equity Assistance in 2013
Divvy solves the parking crisis that plagues our cities by connecting drivers with unused parking spaces that would otherwise remain hidden, for less. Only Divvy creates an online marketplace for owners of commercial and residential assets who make their space available to those in need, unlocking value for everyone. Drivers book and pay for long term, secure parking on Divvy’s website [or mobile app], which takes care of bonds, payment, swipe card exchange, reporting — everything. Making parking a breeze.
Experimentary
Pre Seed Round in 2013
Experimentary is an online educational platform focused on enhancing science education in schools. It provides primary teachers with tools to plan, illustrate, and track students' lessons effectively. The platform features engaging, curriculum-based science experiments that incorporate audio-visual learning and hands-on activities. Aligned with Australian Curriculum science standards, Experimentary enables educators to organize materials, clarify concepts, and allocate time for science instruction. This approach aims to make science learning more interactive and accessible for students, fostering a deeper understanding of scientific principles through practical experience.