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Australian Investment Network
Funding platformPre-Seed–Seed · 3 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Australian Investment Network operates as a matchmaking platform linking entrepreneurs and startups across all sectors with investors in Australia. It hosts startup pitches from around the country and worldwide, enabling founders to raise capital on a deal-by-deal or traditional basis while helping investors discover opportunities. Over roughly 15 years it has facilitated funding for thousands of businesses, positioning itself as an intermediary that builds lasting, mutually valuable relationships between capital providers and business builders rather than as a direct fund investor.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 3 people
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What they invest in
from 10 of 21 portfolio companiesSaaS ×4AI & Machine Learning ×3Enterprise Software ×3Consumer ×2IoT ×2Advanced Manufacturing ×1Cleantech ×1Construction Tech ×1
HQs:United Kingdom×5
Investments · 21 tracked
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AutoNeura develops patent-protected control software that enables transient and real-world testing on absorbing dynamometers for powertrain development.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep Tech
Dr. Alexander Bech(Co-Founder)Andrew Barr(Co-Founder)
Co-investorsRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
Drinklocal is a light beer brand available in UK retailers including Sainsbury's.
ConsumerFoodTech
Co-investorsRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
Everybody Counts provides an affordable digital math learning program for children, with fun, colourful lessons aimed at improving math education in areas with limited access to schools and teachers.
EdTechImpact & Social GoodUK, GB
Andy Ridgway(Founder)inRobin Fairless(Founder)in
Co-investorsMint VenturesRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de InversionesFuel Ventures
Exact Comms offers a contactless monitoring platform for facility management and compliance, using real-time location systems to track staff activity, asset usage, and time-and-attendance records.
Enterprise SoftwareIoTSaaSNewry, GB
Co-investorsClarendon Fund Managers Ltd.Red Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
Founder Factor is an investment firm for YC founders, with a team of accomplished YC alumni and operators who have collectively invested in over 1,200 companies and co-founded more than 100.
AI & Machine LearningEnergyFintech
Mats Stigzelius(Managing GP)inKasper Vardrup(GP)in
Co-investorsRainmakingRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
Horao Group (HGL) offers ENGAGE, a subscription, membership and rewards platform with a built-in social network, e-commerce, gamification and AI tools for sports organizations, brands and creators to build communities and generate new revenue and audience data.
Creator EconomySaaSSocial
Co-investorsRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
iCustoms provides an AI platform for automating customs clearance and cross-border trade compliance processes.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaS
Adnan Zaheer(Founder)
Co-investorsFuel VenturesRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
ISORYX makes a mineral, water-repellent building coating that uses a reflection-barrier technology to reflect heat and UV/infrared radiation, keep surfaces dry, and cut heating and cooling energy use.
CleantechConstruction TechNew Materials
Co-investorsRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
Loud+Clear provides digital tools intended to replace paper-based systems, aimed at helping operational teams reduce errors and track data to refine operations.
Enterprise SoftwareIoTSaaSHampton, GB
Co-investorsRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
Perseus develops AI-powered premium electric vehicles designed for personalized driving experiences that adapt and learn from individual drivers.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerMobility & Transportation
Co-investorsRed Boliviana de InversionesRed Uruguaya de InversionesRed Venezolana de Inversiones
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
2344256789Shotover River Yellow Rock LimitedViridis Aviation
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Australian Investment Network made?
- Australian Investment Network has 21 tracked investments.
- What stage does Australian Investment Network invest at?
- Australian Investment Network invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Australian Investment Network focus on?
- Australian Investment Network focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Who does Australian Investment Network co-invest with?
- Australian Investment Network most often shares deals with Red Boliviana de Inversiones, Red Uruguaya de Inversiones, Red Venezolana de Inversiones, among 8 tracked co-investors.
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