Vitamin subscription service Vitable raises $1.9 million within 24 hours of pitching to investors
In the ever-evolving landscape of health and wellness, access to essential vitamins and supplements has become increasingly vital. People are seeking convenient and personalized ways to maintain their well-being, and this is precisely where Vitable, a groundbreaking vitamin subscription service, has made its mark. Vitable recently achieved a... [Read More]
Trade Ledger – Raised AUD 18.5m in a Series A funding round led by Point72 Ventures
In today’s fast-paced world of business finance, staying ahead of the curve and embracing innovative solutions is paramount. With the growing complexity of financial operations, companies need forward-thinking tools to manage their finances effectively. This is where Trade Ledger, a trailblazing company, has taken the lead. Trade Ledger... [Read More]
Brighte – Raised AUD 100m in a Series C funding round led by Grok Ventures and Airtree Ventures
In today’s dynamic landscape of sustainable finance, staying abreast of emerging opportunities and cutting-edge developments can prove to be a formidable task. As the global community intensifies its commitment to environmental responsibility, there arises an unprecedented demand for forward-thinking financial solutions that align profit with purpose.
It is within this... [Read More]
Athena Home Loans – Raised AUD 70m in a Series C funding round led by Square Peg Capital.
Athena Home Loans – Raised AUD 70m in a Series C funding round led by Square Peg Capital
Athena Home Loans is a digital home loan lender that operates in Australia. It was founded in 2017 with the mission of helping homeowners pay off their mortgages faster and... [Read More]
Airwallex – Raised AUD 450m in a Series D funding round led by Fidelity and valued at over USD 2.6bn.
Airwallex is a global financial technology (fintech) company that provides cross-border payment solutions for businesses. The company was founded in 2015 by Jack Zhang and Max Li, and is headquartered in Hong Kong, with offices in various locations worldwide.
Airwallex offers a comprehensive suite of products and services... [Read More]
Payright – Raised AUD 12m in a Series B funding round led by Escala Partners and investors including Adcock Private Equity and Alceon.
Payright is a leading buy now, pay later payment solution provider based in Australia. The company offers customers a flexible payment option for purchases, allowing them to pay for goods and services over time, without incurring high-interest charges. Payright partners with a wide range of businesses, from small... [Read More]
Slyp Raises AUD 13.5 Million to Revolutionize Digital Receipts and Loyalty Programs
Slyp is a digital receipt and loyalty platform based in Australia. It allows customers to receive digital receipts and store them in a central location, making it easy to keep track of purchases and returns. Additionally, Slyp offers a loyalty program that allows customers to earn rewards and... [Read More]
Big Investments in Micro-Lending for Millennials and Zoomers.
Startup Spotlight – FuPay
For individuals and businesses alike, traditional payment methods can be cumbersome and time-consuming. That’s where FuPay comes in. This revolutionary payment platform provides a seamless and efficient experience that addresses many of the challenges posed by traditional payment methods that can be slow, inconvenient,... [Read More]
Fintech Startup “Frollo” Launches Net Worth Tracker With Funding From Metlife to Help Low To Mid-Income Australians Improve Their Financial Wellbeing
Frollo is a FinTech startup with a mission to help people feel good about money. Founded in 2015, the company offers open banking solutions, a consumer app, and a SaaS Integration Platform to a range of financial institutions, including neobanks, traditional banks, fintech, lenders, and employers.
At its... [Read More]
Beforepay Raises Over $10 Million in Funding to Revolutionise Early Access to Earned Wages
In personal finance, keeping track of bills, expenses, and payments can be a real headache. With so many financial responsibilities to manage, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and fall behind on payments. This is where Beforepay comes in – a revolutionary new app that aims to simplify and... [Read More]
From Fintech Startup to Payment Powerhouse: Till Payments Raises $142.2M in Total Funding Over 4 Rounds!
Till Payments is a rapidly-growing Australian fintech startup that specialises in providing payment solutions to businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2012 by Shadi Haddad, Till Payments has quickly become a player in the Australian payments market, and is poised for further expansion both domestically and abroad.
They... [Read More]
$15M Raised in Less Than A Year By Ecommerce Partner Integrated With Major Platforms
Refundid is an Australian-based fintech solution that provides immediate refunds on eCommerce purchases. The firm is headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales. The company’s main goal is to protect and change how customers transact online. Refundid removes the conventional two to three week wait by refunding the customers... [Read More]
The New Infrastructure-as-a-Service Company Revolutionising Fraud Prevention in Australia
FrankieOne is a leading Australian leading company that automates data capturing and decision-making for client onboarding and ongoing monitoring through its end-to-end unified platform. With its affordable infrastructure, the regtech (regulatory compliance) company handles biometrics, fraud detection data sources, AML, and other popular third-party tools.
FrankieOne was... [Read More]
$14.5M Raised In Less Than 12 Months By Web3.0 Company. It’s a New World.
A very new company leveraging Web3 technology and way ahead of the curve. Most people are just getting their heads around Crypto and Blockchain while these guys are already building software for developers to create Web3 apps.
Spice AI is a startup technology... [Read More]
From a Humble Research Analyst to Head of Operations For a Global Investment Firm in Just 4 Years…
From a Humble Research Analyst to Head of Operations For a Global Investment Firm in Just 4 Years, This Woman is Making An Impact
Key Person of Interest Spotlight — Giulianna Crivello
I first came across Giulianna from an online Ad for EntryLevel promoting a VC Analyst course. I was intrigued... [Read More]
Exciting Times For Tech With Australia’s Largest VC Fund Splashing Out $500M
Blackbird is Australia’s leading capital firm that invests in various enterprise technology, healthcare, deep tech, hardware and consumer-based companies. They are a hub for start-ups, providing operational and financial support and transforming their businesses into world class. The venture capital firm provides seed for emerging entrepreneurs by incubating and... [Read More]
Australia’s Brand New PropTech Champion with $9.6M in Funding in Just 16 Months
Startup Spotlight — PropHero
In just 16 months, this new venture has managed to raise close to $10M in funding over two rounds, and win “Proptech Startup of the Year” and “Most Innovative Startup — Consumer Proptech” at the 2022 Proptech Awards hosted by the... [Read More]
A Cool $5M For A New Spin On The Old Business Card
Startup Spotlight — Blinq
A new spin on an old idea? Good timing?
When first looking at the funding this company has managed to raise, I was impressed. There’s been a number of companies attempt to build a new business card app but nothing has really... [Read More]
Two Brothers With A Simple Vision That Attracted Over $40 Million Dollars in Funding in Just 4…
Two Brothers With A Simple Vision That Attracted Over $40 Million Dollars in Funding in Just 4 Years
Startup Spotlight — A Cloud Guru
As one of Airtree’s most highlighted success stories, A Cloud Guru is a company name I had to look... [Read More]
From Engineer to Tech Investor Advising The World’s Most Dynamic CEO’s
Individual Spotlight: Who is Craig Blair?
When looking into Australian venture capital firm Airtree, Blair seemed to be right at the heart of it, so I did a little research. His career has been quite spectacular and for one person, he has managed... [Read More]
$125 Million Investor Raise — eCommerce Australian Unicorn
$125 Million Investor Raise — eCommerce Australian Unicorn
With the pet industry in Australia worth a whopping $13 Billion, Pet Circle is one company that has... [Read More]
Investor Spotlight — AirTree Ventures
Investor Spotlight — AirTree Ventures
The number of software devs in Australia that I have spoken to in 2022 who have been made redundant is astonishing. Due to overseas... [Read More]
Which Startups Fail and Which Succeed?
We often hear and read about the successes in the startup world, but don’t often hear about the many failures.
It’s inevitable that most businesses fail in their first 3 years. Taking a look into why some succeed and others don’t is invaluable research in potential pitfalls, hurdles, and realistic challenges... [Read More]
Startup Spotlight: Mr Yum (Hospitality-Tech)
Four years to build a company that has attracted $100 Million AUD in total funding. Incredible. This isn’t some AI, military, or space-age techno gadget invention company either.
Mr Yum is a tech-hospitality service startup that makes marketing, payments, and ordering easy and seamless for events, restaurants, and other hospitality businesses.
You... [Read More]
Startup Spotlight: Omny Studio — Podcasting SAAS
Startup Spotlight: Omny Studio — Podcasting SAAS
For a startup you may never have heard of, this story spans ~7 years and shows the incredible opportunity in Australia to persevere with an idea/goal and see success.
Omny Studio is a Melbourne-based enterprise podcasting software-as-a-service startup. Founded in 2012 by Andrew Armstrong, Edward... [Read More]
Startup Spotlight: Payrix (FinTech)
Payrix Payments Technology (Payrix) provides marketplaces, SaaS businesses and ISOs a flexible payments platform that enables them to unlock more revenue potential. The company provides the tools to create a seamless, embedded user experience and offers clients the choice of payment facilitation-as-a-service (PFaaS) or a full payment infrastructure (payment IaaS)... [Read More]
Just had a funny conversation with my recruiter about multitasking. They asked me if I could code and drink coffee at the same time. 😂 #multitasking #coding #coffee #recruiting #funnyconversations
Maximize your job application success by researching the company's culture, values, and mission beforehand. This will help you tailor your application and ace your interviews. #JobApplicationTips #CareerAdvice #InterviewPreparation
As a leader, it's important to remember that celebrating successes is just as important as acknowledging failures. Whether big or small, every achievement deserves recognition and celebration. And if you're still in the process of building your team and haven't had any successes yet, don't forget to celebrate the effort and progress made so far. Keep pushing forward and the successes will come. #teamwork #leadership #success #motivation
🌟 Boost Your Employer Brand, Attract Top Talent! 🌟
Did you know that a whopping 84% of candidates are more likely to interview for a job if the employer actively manages their employer brand? 📈✨
In today's competitive job market, it's crucial for companies to establish a strong employer brand to attract and retain top talent. Your employer brand is the perception potential candidates have of your organization as an employer, and it can significantly impact their decision to apply or accept a job offer.
Investing in your employer brand not only helps you stand out from the crowd but also enhances your company's reputation, increases employee engagement, and ultimately drives business success. 💼🚀
By actively managing your employer brand, you can create a positive and authentic image that resonates with candidates, showcasing your company culture, values, and opportunities for growth. This, in turn, attracts candidates who align with your organization's mission and vision, leading to higher-quality hires and improved employee retention rates. 💪🌟
So, how can you effectively manage your employer brand? Here are a few key strategies to consider:
1️⃣ Define your employer value proposition (EVP) - Clearly articulate what sets your company apart as an employer and why candidates should choose you over your competitors.
2️⃣ Leverage social media - Utilize platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to share engaging content that showcases your company culture, employee testimonials, and career development opportunities.
3️⃣ Encourage employee advocacy - Empower your employees to become brand ambassadors by sharing their positive experiences working for your organization on social media and other relevant platforms.
4️⃣ Prioritize candidate experience - Ensure that every touchpoint with candidates, from the application process to interviews, reflects your company's values and provides a positive experience.
5️⃣ Monitor and respond to online reviews - Actively manage your online reputation by monitoring and responding to reviews on platforms like Glassdoor, Indeed, and Google.
Remember, a strong employer brand not only attracts top talent but also helps you retain your best employees, fostering a positive work environment and driving long-term success. 🌟💼
#EmployerBrand #TalentAcquisition #CompanyCulture #EmployeeEngagement #RecruitmentStrategies #HRStrategies #EmployerReputation #CandidateExperience #EmployeeAdvocacy #BusinessSuccess
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