Giant Leap
Impact investorAustralia · Seed–Series B · 7 people tracked
Investment thesis
Giant Leap invests in visionary founders tackling the world's most pressing problems, focusing on three impact themes: climate, health, and people. The firm targets companies that harness technology and innovation to reimagine industries and create lasting, transformational change. It emphasises measurable impact, citing outcomes such as CO2 emissions avoided, savings to the healthcare system, and people affected by improved workplace policies. The firm positions impact and financial return as complementary, seeking businesses where technology-driven solutions produce both.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 7 people
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What they invest in
from 11 of 37 portfolio companiesDigital Health ×3Healthtech ×3New Materials ×3AI & Machine Learning ×2Circular Economy ×2Cleantech ×2EdTech ×2Wellness & Fitness ×2
HQs:United States×4Australia×2
Investments · 37 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2025 · 32024 · 12014 · 15 dated
Modular, on-demand solution for blending sustainable aviation fuel and jet fuel, streamlining SAF distribution
EnergyEnglewood, US
Carlos Cabrera(Director)Bruce Smith(Director)Gary Mize(Director)Ruth Dreessen(Director)Christopher Ryan(Executive Officer)Mike Willis(Executive Officer)
Australia's largest epilepsy diagnostics service providing home-based video-EEG-ECG monitoring
Behavioural-change driven carbon footprint assessment, management and reduction tool for small and medium enterprises
Vibrant community platform empowering women and marginalized groups with information to make informed career choices and discover inclusive workplaces
Edtech platform improving education and employment pathways for high school leavers and university drop-outs in innovation and startup careers
Caregility provides a virtual care platform for healthcare enterprises, connecting patients, clinicians, and care teams through secure video, remote monitoring, and AI-enabled workflows across settings including ICU, ED, Med/Surg, behavioral health, and home care.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechWall Township, US
York Wang(Director)Tod Nestor(Chief Financial Officer of Caregility Corporation.)Ronald Gaboury(Chief Executive Officer of Caregility Corporation.)Michael Brandofino(President of Caregility Corporation.)
BoardBruce Eatroff(Director)David Shulkin(Director)
Platform connecting people living with disability and the elderly with social carers for community connection
Mental health and productivity app helping users declutter their mind and find focus in everyday life
Fully virtual, medically supervised alcohol, stimulant or cannabis detoxification and recovery program combining clinical care, ongoing support and digital tools
Drone OEM and network operator serving healthcare, disaster relief and logistics needs of remote populations
Edrolo provides curriculum-aligned video lessons and scaffolded practice questions for secondary school students, along with class- and student-level performance insights for teachers and schools.
EdTechSaaSMelbourne, AU
Jeremy Cox(Founder)inDuncan Anderson(Founder)
Co-investorsAirTree VenturesCardinia VenturesBlackbird VenturesFlying Fox VenturesOneVentures
Edrolo provides curriculum-aligned learning content and practice questions for secondary school students in Australia, with data analytics tools to help schools track performance against state benchmarks.
EdTechAustralia, AU
Jeremy Cox(Founder)in
Co-investorsBlackbird VenturesCardinia VenturesAirTree VenturesFlying Fox Ventures
Software for structural engineers and architects simplifying design with zero- and low-carbon materials
AI-driven intelligent health journal democratising access to accurate, debiased and personalised health data for women
Geltor develops biodesigned proteins, including collagen products such as PrimaColl, used as active ingredients in cosmetics and personal care formulations.
BiotechNew MaterialsWellness & Fitness
Alexander Lorestani(Founder)inNick Ouzounov(Founder)in
Co-investorsAgronomicsAlwyn CapitalArgonautic VenturesBaruch Future VenturesBlue Horizon CorporationCavallo Ventures+12 more
Modular waste management solution using insects to process food and organic waste into sustainable protein, livestock feed and fertiliser
Waterless beauty innovation reducing water, carbon and waste consumption
Online grocery delivery platform supporting independent local businesses and their communities
Loliware develops seaweed-based materials ("SEA Tech") used to make plastic-free products and offers licensing of its resin technology to companies pursuing ESG and plastic-reduction goals.
Circular EconomyCleantechNew MaterialsSan Jose, US
Emma Jenkin(Director)James Mastronardi(Executive Officer)Justin Kamine(Director)Jonathan Plisco(Executive Officer, Director)Cassy Liberman(Director)
BoardOliver Libby(Director)
Co-investorsGeekdomGratitude RailroadRogue Insight CapitalTech Square VenturesClosed Loop VenturesHatzimemos/Libby
Behavioural health platform using gamification to drive medication and care plan adherence for chronic conditions
Psychology-based pain management digital therapeutic for fibromyalgia and chronic pain
Wellbeing and safety platform combining mental health support with compliance tools for psychosocial hazard management
Digital therapeutics company developing evidence-based hypnotherapy apps for chronic health conditions including IBS, menopause and anxiety
More Good Days provides an evidence-based chronic pain management program for people living with persistent pain and fibromyalgia, combining physiotherapy, clinical psychology, and support coaching.
Digital HealthHealthtechWellness & Fitness
Co-investorsBlackbird GiantsBlackbird Ventures
Music-based platform improving quality of life for people living with dementia
Co-pilot app for parents navigating their child's health journey with advocacy and mental health support
Polymateria develops a proprietary "biotransformation" technology that makes conventional plastic packaging biodegradable, breaking it down into an earth-friendly wax if it escapes into the environment and is not recycled first.
Circular EconomyCleantechNew Materials
Co-investorsBridford Investments (Bridford Group)Peak Sustainability VenturesThe CraftoryMilltrust International Group
Pressure sensing technology helping wheelchair users avoid pressure sores and improve independence
Advanced material innovation company addressing resource utilisation and environmental impact in the textile industry
Co-investorsKhosla Ventures
Smart building platform enabling building managers to reduce electricity and water consumption
Australia's first ethical, diversified superannuation portfolio that completely excludes fossil fuels
Carbon-neutral, low-cost, door-to-door parcel delivery platform
Swoop operates global drone transport networks and aircraft to provide seamless aerial access in remote and inaccessible areas, with a focus on reducing carbon emissions and enabling delivery services.
HardwareLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & Transportation
Co-investorsFolklore VenturesIn-Q-TelRight Click CapitalArtesianMain Sequence Ventures
Platform enabling doctors to consult with patients effectively, remotely and securely
Who Gives A Crap sells toilet paper and related household paper products directly to consumers, donating 50% of its profits to clean water and sanitation non-profits worldwide.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerImpact & Social Good
Co-investorsAirTree VenturesAthletic VenturesVerlinvest
Woebot is a chat-based mental health support app for adolescents that uses conversational AI informed by cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based approaches.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechMental Health
Dr. Alison Darcy(Founder)
Co-investorsAurum Venture PartnersKhosla VenturesKicker VenturesNew Enterprise Associates (NEA)Owl VenturesAI Fund
Behavioural science-backed, AI-driven recruitment platform that reduces bias, improves quality of hire and increases diversity
Exits · 1
IPOs and acquisitions across the tracked portfolioGevoNASDAQ: GEVO
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesGevo · investing.com · Aug 17, 2026
Edrolo · capitalbrief.com · Nov 18, 2025
Edrolo · capitalbrief.com · Nov 18, 2025
Geltor · geltor.com · Oct 13, 2025
Caregility · mobihealthnews.com · Sep 26, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Giant Leap made?
- Giant Leap has 34 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited via acquisition or IPO, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does Giant Leap invest at?
- Giant Leap invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What sectors does Giant Leap focus on?
- Giant Leap focuses on Climate Tech, EdTech, Future of Work, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is Giant Leap located?
- Giant Leap is headquartered in Australia, AU.
- Who does Giant Leap co-invest with?
- Giant Leap most often shares deals with Khosla Ventures, AirTree Ventures, Felicis Ventures, among 35 tracked co-investors.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the team
Combining Social Impact with Investing with Giant Leap Partner Adam Milgrom
The Sachin and Adam Show · Adam Milgrom · youtube.com
Building your decision-making muscle with Adam Milgrom (Giant Leap Fund) | Startup Playbook Ep125
Rohit Bhargava · Adam Milgrom
IB x AWS Presents ... Rachel Yang, Giant Leap Fund
Innovation Bay · Rachel Yang
Impact investments - Will Richardson (Managing Partner - Giant Leap Fund) | Startup Playbook Ep073
Rohit Bhargava · Will Richardson
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