Venture Catalyst
AcceleratorAdelaide · Pre-Seed–Seed · 6 people tracked
Investment thesis
The Innovation & Collaboration Centre, based at the University of South Australia, helps early-stage founders launch and grow their businesses through incubator programs including Venture Catalyst and Venture Catalyst Space (the state's first space incubator). Support includes workspace, mentoring, funding, and regular community and educational events connecting startups with industry experts and partners.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 29, 2026.
Team · 6 people
from the firm's websiteBen is the Business Incubation Program Manager responsible for the Venture Catalyst Program, with experience in management and operations across commercial and not-for-profit organisations, including leading an English language college and launching a university pathways college.
Candice joined the ICC in 2023 as digital marketing support, specialising in graphic and web design with interests in photography, video editing and game design.
Craig leads business incubation at Adelaide University, developing programs to support entrepreneurs and economic growth in South Australia, drawing on a background in business development, project leadership and international relations including work at the Olympics and World Economic Forum.
Didi joined the ICC in August 2022 providing administration and project support, having previously worked for UniSA Ventures, the university's commercialisation and IP management company.
Fiona is a marketing and communications professional with over nine years of experience across national and international brands, specialising in visual communications, brand management and event delivery.
Georgia leads the ICC's marketing and communications, with over 14 years of experience in communications across corporate, not-for-profit and higher education sectors.
Investments · 9 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathA platform connecting hospitals with pre-qualified nurses, offering flexibility, skills recognition and higher earning potential.
Produces natural, sustainability-focused beard care products.
Supports international students and graduates on their academic and career journey.
Creates three-dimensional environments emulating everyday places like buildings and construction sites for training and learning.
A platform that engages students with an integrated curriculum to build confidence and skills in STEM.
An intuitive, AI-driven digital notebook to capture, organise and develop business ideas and streamline the entrepreneurial journey.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Venture Catalyst invest at?
- Venture Catalyst invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Venture Catalyst focus on?
- Venture Catalyst focuses on Space Tech.
- Where is Venture Catalyst located?
- Venture Catalyst is headquartered in Adelaide, AU.
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