EVERY STARTUP JOURNEY TAKES A
DIFFERENT PATH BUT THE BEST ONES
START IN VICTORIA
EXPLORE STARTUPS THAT
STARTED HERE
STARTUPS THRIVE IN VICTORIA
BECAUSE THE PEOPLE AND THE PLACE BACK THEM
Valued at $91 billion, the Victorian Startup Ecosystem is now the same size as Tel Aviv was in 2016.
Our 2,950 startups, scaleups and unicorns have created 52,000 jobs and the ecosystem is growing rapidly.
STARTHERE
With support for founders to get there ideas off the ground, it’s never been a better time to start your startup here.
INVEST HERE
With a local network of investors experienced in startup investment, you’ll be in good company here.
CONNECTHERE
With a vibrant, diverse local community, you’ll find the right connections here.
GOT AN IDEA THAT YOU THINK IS THE NEXT BIG THING?
Join the likes of Tixel, HotDoc and Great Wrap and bring your startup idea to life in Victoria. With a range of programs tailored for aspiring and early-stage startup founders, you’ll find the support you need to succeed.
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BE SEEN BY INVESTORS
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HELP YOUR PORTFOLIO SUCCEED
Connect your portfolio companies with LaunchVic and we can help them scale. Whether you are supporting women founders tackling climate change or building the next unicorn, Victoria has the right program to help grow your investments.EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS HERE
IMPROVE YOUR INVESTMENT SKILLS
We’re helping to increase the number of startup investors in Victoria. Whether you are an established investor curious about the startup sector, or an angel investor that’s wants to impact the next generation of businesses, LaunchVic can help build your investment knowledge.FIND OUT MORE ABOUT INVESTOR EDUCATION
TRACK THE ECOSYSTEM
A comprehensive index of more than 2,950 Victorian startups and a macro analysis of Victoria’s ecosystem including funding, and startups at all stages and sectors.SIGNUP NOW TO DEALROOM
Gain support from successful founders keen to proactively share their time and support the next wave of entrepreneurs
Access a support network designed to help all entrepreneurs succeed
Access both private and government backed programs for ecosystem participants, like accelerators, incubators and membership groups
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Kickoff your founder journey, your growth phase or your next investment fund in Victoria.
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