As Melbourne’s lockdown drags on, these startups are going the extra mile to support their SME clients
Startups often rely on small businesses for revenue, but that isn't stopping these founders from going the extra mile in a tricky time.
Kate Kendall’s Atto pre-accelerator bags $125,000 grant, for program helping women embrace entrepreneurship
Atto is gearing up for its second pre-accelerator cohort, as COVID-19 sees more of women turning to entrepreneurship.
The wrong kind of safe: Victoria’s recovery roadmap completely overlooks the startup community
There have been many reactions to the timing and conditions of Victoria's roadmap. But the startup community's perspective has been absent.
Virtual pitch nights “very worthwhile” as Aussie startup fields interest from investors in Saudi Arabia and Argentina
For video startup Vloggi, a virtual pitch night led to interest from investors all over the world, and this might just turn its 2020 around.
“Ultimate frustration”: Business owners and politicians call for financial support for Melbourne’s businesses
Daniel Andrews' recovery roadmap has led to calls for financial support for businesses, including those that have fallen through the cracks.
“More than ever, it’s a marathon, not a sprint”: Startup Victoria chief Judy Anderson counsels for self-care during COVID-19 uncertainty
Not every startup is seeing exponential growth during COVID-19, says Startup Victoria's Judy Anderson. And founder self-care is crucial.
Is mushroom leather the future of sustainable fashion?
There’s no good reason mushroom leather alternatives couldn’t eventually replace animal leather in many consumer products.
Since Alex Burke took the reins at Education Perfect 12 months ago, it has expanded into 42 new countries: Here’s how he did it
Alex Burke reflects on his first 12 months as Education Perfect's CEO — a year of overhauls, a pandemic and gangbusters growth.
The difference between planned and unplanned business growth — and how to prepare for both
Business growth comes in so many forms, and you would need a crystal ball to predict where, when and how it happens most of the time.
“A hard pill to swallow”: Creativity and team spirit suffer as Victorian startups face extended lockdown
As Victoria's startups face an extended period of lockdown and remote working, COVID-fatigue is setting in. Here's how they're handing it.
Personal branding, time management and Excel skills in demand, as COVID-19 drives a shift to remote work
As COVID-19 has shaken up the workforce, more Aussies are upskilling online, whether that's to secure a new role or strike out alone.
When hiring, how do you know when you’ve found ‘the one’? Goterra’s head of people Laura Stuart shares her tips
When hiring for a growing startup, it can be hard to choose the right person, so we asked Goterra's head of people to share her learnings.