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LaunchVic is Victoria’s startup agency, fuelling the growth of Victoria’s startup sector.
We build the capability and confidence of Victorians, so they have the skills to start, grow, invest in, or work for globally impactful tech startups.
Our purpose is to drive the long-term success of Victoria’s startup ecosystem, with the goals of:
A startup is an innovative technology-based business that can scale rapidly and capture global markets.
Examples of technology-based businesses include: software and application development (Artificial Intelligence (AI), blockchain, big data analytics, e-commerce or marketplaces, augmented or virtual reality, Software as a Service (SaaS)), hardware, advanced manufacturing, sensor technology, robotics, autonomous vehicles, quantum technology, deep tech, and genomics and life sciences (including biotech & medtech).
Once a startup has demonstrated accelerated growth sufficiently it becomes a scaleup.
Since our creation in 2017, LaunchVic has been leading the development of a globally-connected startup ecosystem in Victoria, Australia.
Free support for entrepreneurs looking to take their startup idea to the next level. Discover accelerator programs, investment networks and funding opportunities supported by LaunchVic.
LaunchVic offers education and financial support to grow Victoria’s early-stage investor community. Join an angel investment network, learn how to invest in startups and get venture capital advice.
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