Sapien Ventures

Sapien Ventures LLP is a venture capital firm based in Sydney, Australia, established in 2015. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage technology companies, particularly in sectors such as fintech, blockchain, and online marketplaces. While it primarily focuses on the Australian market, Sapien Ventures also considers opportunities in Europe, Asia, and the United States. By leveraging foreign capital and local market experience, the firm aims to support the growth of the next generation of Australian tech ventures, demonstrating a commitment to understanding and empathizing with entrepreneurs.

Steve Austin

Venture Partner

Ken Cao

Venture Partner (IPO and M&A)

Jim Fitzsimons

Venture Partner

David Gee

Venture Partner

Michael Go

Venture Partner

Victor Jiang

Founder and MD

Daniel Laurence

Founding Venture Partner and Managing Partner

Lance Li

Venture Partner

Henry Li

Venture Partner (Data, Platforms)

Christian Oey

Venture Partner

Mario Pegoli

Venture Partner

Sein-Way Tan

Venture Partner

Daniel Tang

Associate Director

11 past transactions

Feel Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2021
Feel Therapeutics, based in San Francisco, is focused on transforming mental health management through its innovative digital precision medicine platform. The company has developed an emotion-sensing wristband and accompanying app that provide continuous monitoring and real-time personalized interventions for individuals experiencing anxiety and depression. This comprehensive solution includes the Feel Emotion Sensor, Feel App, Feel Therapist, and an Educational Program, all designed to leverage evidence-based behavioral techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology. By integrating proprietary medical-grade wearables and advanced algorithms, Feel Therapeutics aims to deliver objective data and passive monitoring, ultimately enhancing users' mental well-being and fostering lasting positive emotional habits.

HashChing

Venture Round in 2020
HashChing Pty Limited is an Australian-based online marketplace that facilitates access to home loan deals by connecting consumers directly with verified mortgage brokers. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Chatswood, the platform aims to empower users by allowing them to share their experiences with various financial products, whether positive or negative. This transparency helps potential borrowers make informed decisions in a straightforward and convenient manner. By streamlining the process of finding suitable mortgage options, HashChing enhances the home loan experience for consumers across Australia.

Linqto

Funding Round in 2018
Linqto is a financial technology company that facilitates liquidity in private securities markets, enabling founders, venture capitalists, and employees to access early returns without waiting for an initial public offering or trade sale. By allowing companies to remain private for longer periods while still providing ongoing liquidity, Linqto supports a more flexible investment environment. The platform connects accredited investors with a diverse range of private companies across various sectors, helping them identify firms that are well-positioned for successful IPOs. Through its technology-driven approach, Linqto aims to democratize access to private investments, similar to how traditional brokerage firms have made public equity trading more accessible.

UCOT Australia Pty Ltd

Initial Coin Offering in 2018
UCOT is a structured ecosystem combining the latest Blockchain technologies and 5G telecommunication, designed for the next generation of smart IoT platform to solve critical issues regarding authentication, security and interoperability across supply chain flows and IoT networks. It will be facilitating businesses to meet challenges with regards to device validation and authorisation. It is also believed to protect the grid network by eliminating reliance on centralised administration.

Civic Ledger

Seed Round in 2018
Civic Ledger is a Blockchain issuance company that specializes in providing registry, and trading platform for public sector entitlements. It offers a particularly powerful value proposition in positively disrupting ‘wicked problems’ that have been unable to be solved through existing paradigms. The company was founded in 2016 and headquartered in Queensland, Australia.

HashChing

Seed Round in 2017
HashChing Pty Limited is an Australian-based online marketplace that facilitates access to home loan deals by connecting consumers directly with verified mortgage brokers. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Chatswood, the platform aims to empower users by allowing them to share their experiences with various financial products, whether positive or negative. This transparency helps potential borrowers make informed decisions in a straightforward and convenient manner. By streamlining the process of finding suitable mortgage options, HashChing enhances the home loan experience for consumers across Australia.

Investfit

Series A in 2017
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LivePreso

Series A in 2016
LivePreso, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, specializes in automating the creation of digital content for essential business meetings, such as account reviews, renewals, needs analysis, advice, and new sales opportunities. The company utilizes artificial intelligence and integrates customer-relevant data from various sources to produce interactive, data-driven business content quickly and efficiently. LivePreso aims to enhance the effectiveness of field and phone sales presentations by providing tailored content that engages customers and drives meaningful interactions. With its innovative approach, LivePreso supports sales teams in delivering relevant presentations that are informed by analytics and customer insights.

Airtasker

Series B in 2016
Airtasker Pty. Ltd. is an online and mobile marketplace based in Sydney, Australia, that facilitates the outsourcing of tasks and the provision of local services. Founded in 2011, the platform connects individuals and businesses with community members willing to perform various tasks, such as home cleaning, handyman services, office administration, photography, and graphic design. Users can post tasks for free and select from a pool of rated, verified, and reviewed workers ready to assist. Airtasker generates revenue through service fees and brokerage on stored value, making it a trusted resource for those seeking flexible staffing solutions.

HashChing

Seed Round in 2016
HashChing Pty Limited is an Australian-based online marketplace that facilitates access to home loan deals by connecting consumers directly with verified mortgage brokers. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Chatswood, the platform aims to empower users by allowing them to share their experiences with various financial products, whether positive or negative. This transparency helps potential borrowers make informed decisions in a straightforward and convenient manner. By streamlining the process of finding suitable mortgage options, HashChing enhances the home loan experience for consumers across Australia.
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