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Blackbird Ventures
Australia
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Blackbird Ventures is a prominent venture capital firm based in Australia and New Zealand, known for its early-stage investments in startups with high ambitions and potential for generational impact. Founded in 2012, Blackbird has backed over 100 companies, including well-known names like Canva, Zoox, SafetyCulture, and Culture Amp. The firm is sector-agnostic, investing across various industries, from software to space technology. Blackbird's investment philosophy emphasizes supporting founders from the earliest stages, before revenue or product, through their entire journey to IPO and beyond. This approach has led to substantial success, with a portfolio valued at over $7 billion and several companies exceeding $1 billion in valuation. Blackbird is also committed to building a robust community around its portfolio companies, offering programs like Giants, a mentoring initiative, and The Sunrise festival, which fosters a vibrant startup ecosystem. Their team consists of experienced investors and industry professionals dedicated to helping founders achieve their wildest ambitions.
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$975.1k
Historical average check
$150M
Historical max check
June 2024
Last investment date
243
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Energy & Utilities
Hardware. Robotics & IoT
Software & Apps
Legal & Professional services
Advertising & Marketing
Education
Fintech & Financial services
CleanTech & Sustainability
Biotech
Healthtech & Wellness
AI & Deep Tech
Security & Privacy
Food & Beverage
Real Estate & Proptech
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