Brisbane · Seed–Series A · 12 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Tribe Global Ventures backs world-class Australian and New Zealand B2B tech-enabled companies solving real business problems. It invests at the Pre-Series A to Series A stage in ventures with strong traction and satisfied customers that are seeking to build go-to-market and distribution capabilities in the UK or USA. Beyond capital, the firm positions itself as a hands-on partner offering market entry and expansion support, strategic and operational advisory help, access to a global network of partners and advisors, market-exploratory trade missions, and founder development and performance coaching. Its goal is to be the preferred fund of choice for both founders and investors.
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Team · 12 people
from the firm's website & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 2 of 2 portfolio companiesAgTech ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Cybersecurity ×1Enterprise Software ×1Fintech ×1Hardware ×1Robotics ×1SaaS ×1
HQs:New Zealand×1
Investments · 2 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2023 · 12021 · 12 dated
APLYiD provides an AML (Anti-Money Laundering) compliance platform for onboarding, verifying, and monitoring clients and businesses to meet regulatory requirements.
CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSAuckland, NZ
Claudia SmithinRussell Smithin
Co-investorsOctopus Venturesoctopus investments
SwarmFarm develops autonomous agricultural robots and an operating system for farming, aimed at enabling fully autonomous agriculture for farmers.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningHardwareRobotics
Andrew Bate(Founder)inJocie Bate(Founder)in
Co-investorsArtesianEmmertechQIC VenturesTenacious VenturesAccess CapitalClean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC)+1 more
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Tribe Global Ventures invest at?
- Tribe Global Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Tribe Global Ventures focus on?
- Tribe Global Ventures focuses on Enterprise Software, SaaS.
- Where is Tribe Global Ventures located?
- Tribe Global Ventures is headquartered in Brisbane, AU.
- Does Tribe Global Ventures lead rounds?
- Yes, Tribe Global Ventures leads investment rounds.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channelTribe Talkin' Ep 133: Investors Are Underestimating The Carnage Coming. Miro. Pulley. Xero.
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Tribe Talkin' Ep 132: Airtree Everywhere. Knockout Offer For Tanda. Sharts.
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Investor Focus Ep 11: Birchal Equity Crowdfunding with CEO Kirstin Hunter & Dom Pym of Euphemia.
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Tribe Talkin' Ep 123: Never Waste A Good Crisis. We'll Need More Than "I Don't Want To Pay Tax".
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GTM Workshop April 2026
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Founder Focus Ep 19 with Stuart Clout: Post-it Notes at 3am to a $236M Exit.
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