NAB Ventures

NAB Ventures is the venture capital arm of the National Australia Bank, focusing on investments in innovative financial services companies. It supports entrepreneurs both in Australia and internationally, aiming to build leading technology companies that can leverage NAB's expertise, assets, and market position to drive growth. The team comprises partners with over two decades of experience in founding, leading, and investing in technology companies across Australia and the United States.

The investment strategy of NAB Ventures centers on innovative technologies and business models that align with NAB's strategic priorities. Key investment themes include connected business solutions for small and medium enterprises, technologies enhancing the home ownership journey, advancements in cashless payment systems, and empowered investment solutions. Industry focus areas encompass AgTech, Asset and Wealth Management, FinTech, InsurTech, Payments and Commerce, PropTech, RegTech, and Climate. Horizontal focus areas include Alternative Lending/Credit, Blockchain Technology, Core Banking Technology, Cybersecurity, Data and AI/ML, Digital, and Enterprise SaaS.

NAB Ventures has a proven track record of successful investments and exits, including companies like MoxieWorks, Inside Real Estate, Cuscal, Thundering Herd, IXUP, ReliaQuest, Greensill, AgriProve, Tyro Payments Ltd., GoDaddy Inc., and H&R Block. The investment process is streamlined to match the speed of high-growth ventures, with investee companies able to go from a signed term sheet to investment close in as little as four weeks. The team is committed to supporting innovative companies that can benefit from NAB's extensive network and resources.