SYD Ventures

SYD Ventures is a Sydney-based investment firm that specializes in supporting early-stage startups through funding and mentorship. Founded in 2012 by Andrey Shirben, the firm focuses on investing in passionate, creative, and innovative teams capable of executing their vision successfully. They prioritize the interests of startup companies, offering term sheets that reflect this commitment, such as not taking preferred shares and encouraging founders to sign repurchase agreements.

The firm's investment strategy involves a thorough evaluation process, often referred to as 'dating,' which includes understanding the concept, validating technical aspects, and assessing the team behind the idea. SYD Ventures typically invests relatively small amounts at very early seed and pre-seed stages, aiming for a significant upside potential. They emphasize a partnership approach, working closely with founders to build and scale businesses, and are not in a rush to sell off their invested companies.

SYD Ventures has a track record of investing in a number of great tech and impact companies since 2018, including Bolt, Cleveron, eAgronom, Fusebox, Jeff App, Clevon, Remato, CENOS, SKYCORP Technologies, ARI CARE, Teamscope, Fleetguru, Parcelsea, eID Easy, CupLOOP, Lexi.Market, Ender Turing, Ringy, and VSight. Their approach is hands-on, leveraging their extensive network to provide support beyond just funding, and they are committed to the long-term success of the companies they invest in.