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First Cheque is dedicated to open-sourcing conversations with experienced investors globally. Our aim? To enhance the craft of early-stage investors, from those writing their first cheques to the veterans in the game. First Cheque is supported by our wonderful sponsors: Vanta | https://dayone.fm/vanta Turo | https://dayone.fm/turo Scendar | https://dayone.fm/scendar Hosted by Cheryl Mack & Maxine Minter, First Cheque is a Day One show. Day One is the podcast network dedicated to founders, in ...
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One part fintech – one part fun! A one:one interview style with Australian fintech founders and exec management, whilst at the same time having some fun gaining insights about the person behind the brand. Fintechfun is supported by our wonderful sponsors: Vanta | https://dayone.fm/vanta funtechfun is founded by Chris Titley and Sub11 and aims to amplify the voice of Australian fintechs using audio as the catalyst for building connections, networks and outcomes. fintechfun is part of Day One- ...
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The podcast for Aussie founders, startups and organisations that support Australian entrepreneurship. "I've never seen someone pull together audio clips with this level of clarity and logic, it really is top-notch work." - Murray Hurps, Director of Entrepreneurship at UTS Follow the show, and you won't miss any brand-new Australian startup stories. https://dayone.fm/follow Let's go back to day one, where this story begins...
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Get your behind-the-curtain peek at the most surprising and hopeful climate tech solutions Australian startups are working on today. Hear from startup teams solving global climate challenges in ways you might not have thought of before. Learn about their unique startup journeys and get a dose of optimism for a better world. Listen to The Mix powered by Climate Salad now.
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In 'The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem' podcast, join host Adam Spencer as they delve into the fascinating history of the Australian startup ecosystem. From the earliest tech companies to the success stories of today, this series covers it all. Each episode will feature interviews with industry pioneers, entrepreneurs, and experts, as well as a deep dive into the events and cultural shifts that have shaped the Australian startup scene. From the dot-com boom to the rise of fintec ...
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In 'The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem' podcast, join host Adam Spencer as they delve into the fascinating history of the Australian startup ecosystem. From the earliest tech companies to the success stories of today, this series covers it all. Each episode will feature interviews with industry pioneers, entrepreneurs, and experts, as well as a deep dive into the events and cultural shifts that have shaped the Australian startup scene. From the dot-com boom to the rise of fintec ...
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Episode Summary: In this episode, Maxine Minter and Cheryl Mack delve deep into the essential considerations of portfolio allocation, focusing on diversification versus concentration in early-stage investing. They explore the concept of portfolio construction, risk management, power law dynamics, and the importance of strategy in maximizing returns…
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Episode Summary: In this episode of Fintechfun, host Chris Titley delves into Jeremy Hasting's journey from the food industry to the founding of Hutly, a fintech company revolutionising real estate transactions. From tackling the challenges of property management to implementing smart contracts for more efficient processes, Jeremy shares insights o…
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Episode Summary: In this episode of First Cheque hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter sit down with the distinguished investor Ash Fontana to explore the intricacies of early-stage investing and the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI). The conversation delves into Fontana's diverse experiences, ranging from his formative years buildin…
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Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of Fintechfun, Chris Titley welcomes Lynda Coker, the innovative co-founder of Co-Operty, to discuss the evolution of her career and the inception of her groundbreaking venture. Linda offers a glimpse into her journey, detailing her transition from the structured world of corporate finance to the dynamic re…
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Episode Summary: In this episode of the First Cheque podcast, our co-hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter welcome venture capital trailblazer Marvin Liao to discuss the multifaceted experience of early-stage investing, the evolution of global startup ecosystems, and the profound lessons learned from economic cycles in the tech industry. The conversa…
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Episode Summary: In this episode of Fintech Fun, host Chris Titley invites Daniel Kniaz to take us through the genesis and evolution of his company Weel, formerly DiviPay. The discussion begins with an exploration of the early days and the iterative process which led to their current business model. The episode offers listeners a glimpse into the w…
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Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode of First Cheque experienced investors Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter delve into the meticulous world of follow-on investment strategies. The episode serves as a beacon for those who wish to refine their approaches in early-stage investing, especially as they grapple with the decision of whether to f…
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Episode Summary: In this episode of the Fintechfun podcast series, Chris Titley hosts Jordan Lawrence, co-founder of Volt, to discuss the revolutionary platform that is poised to streamline real-time account-to-account payments across the globe. Jordan shares the origins of Volt, its mission, and the impact it has in various international markets. …
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Episode Summary: In the latest instalment of our podcast series, Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter delve into the intricate world of early-stage investing, shedding light on the varied approaches to gaining investment conviction. This episode serves as a guide for both novice and experienced investors who aim to refine their decision-making strategies …
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Episode Summary: In this insight-packed episode, Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter sit down with Michael Batko, the driving force behind Startmate, to explore the intricacies of early stage investing and the power of community in the startup realm. Batko shares his journey, starting from his first investment to steering one of the most active seed stag…
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Episode Summary: In this insightful conversation, co-hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter unpack the often misunderstood world of 'fund of funds'—investment vehicles that pool capital to invest in a variety of venture funds rather than in startups directly. Tailored for early-stage investors and industry observers, this talk reveals the nuances of f…
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Stereo Mix podcast series is re-initiated in 2024 with Chris Titley hosting Pat Dalton, COO and founder of iGoDirect Group. iGoDirect Group specializes in data-driven marketing and propensity modeling, identifying valuable insights within large datasets for marketing purposes. The company originated from a need for specialized data-driven marketing…
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Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of First Cheque, hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter have a raw conversation with Elicia McDonald, a venture capital expert renowned for her remarkable work at Airtree Ventures. Elicia's holistic approach to early-stage investing and her deep commitment to nurturing founder relationships are at the forefr…
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Episode Summary: In the latest compelling episode, we delve into the investment philosophy and keen insights of Trang Nguyen, a trailblazing figure in venture capital. Nguyen shares her journey from placing an early bet on Tesla to her current efforts in redefining the startup ecosystem. She outlines her criteria for backing emerging fund managers …
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Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode of the podcast, co-hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter engage with venture capital veteran Craig Blair to unpack the intricacies of successful early-stage investing. From sage wisdom to navigating the ever-evolving VC landscape, this conversation is a trove of insights for aspiring and seasoned investor…
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Summary: In this insightful episode of the podcast, listeners are introduced to the world of venture capital through the lens of Sam Wong, a seasoned Partner at Blackbird Ventures. Delving into her journey from the early investments to scaling venture funds across markets, this conversation provides an intimate look at what it means to both contrib…
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Summary In this episode, Maxine Minter and Cheryl Mack discuss their journeys into angel investing and share valuable insights for aspiring investors. They highlight the importance of community and learning in the early stages of angel investing and provide guidance on different investment strategies. Maxine and Cheryl also emphasize the need for d…
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Summary Anabel Lippincott Paksoy, partner at 43, discusses the importance of building communities and their role in early-stage investing. She shares her experience creating the council, a female-first investing group, and emphasises the need for a deep understanding of founders and their motivations. Anabel also highlights the value of professiona…
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Summary Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter reflect on the year 2023 and discuss the challenges and trends in the startup ecosystem. They talk about the tough environment for founders and investors, with many companies struggling to raise funds and facing down rounds. However, they also highlight the resilience and determination of founders who were able…
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Summary Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter reflect on the year 2023 and discuss the challenges and trends in the startup ecosystem. They talk about the tough environment for founders and investors, with many companies struggling to raise funds and facing down rounds. However, they also highlight the resilience and determination of founders who were able…
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Summary Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter reflect on the year 2023 and discuss the challenges and trends in the startup ecosystem. They talk about the tough environment for founders and investors, with many companies struggling to raise funds and facing down rounds. However, they also highlight the resilience and determination of founders who were able…
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Summary: Elaine Stead joins the podcast to discuss bravery and courage in the investing world, particularly as a woman in the Australian ecosystem. She shares her journey as an investor and highlights the importance of investing in education and building networks. Elaine also challenges the notion of being a contrarian investor and emphasizes the n…
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Summary Rayn Ong, an angel investor and founder of Archangel, shares his insights on early-stage investing in this episode of First Cheque. Rayn discusses his first investment in Blackbird Fund One and how he built his network in the Australian startup ecosystem. He emphasises the importance of compounding value in both networks and investments. Ra…
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Summary Judy Anderson-Firth, the Group CEO of Euphemia, shares insights into their investment strategy, including their focus on supporting diverse founders and making a positive impact on the Australian startup ecosystem. She emphasizes the importance of transparency and accessibility in the family office world and discusses the value of building …
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Summary Dan Gavel, founder of Black Sheep Capital Fund and the Flock Syndicate, shares his unique approach to investing and discusses the importance of understanding risk. He emphasizes the need for investors to have the capacity to accept risk and adapt their investment strategies to the changing market. Dan also talks about the benefits of runnin…
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Summary Jessy Wu discusses the importance of having the confidence to speak up and share your opinions. She shares that her confidence comes from being deeply loved and supported by her parents, which instilled in her a strong sense of self-worth. She also discusses the role of building a personal brand as a small fund and how being a lightning rod…
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Summary Maxine and Cheryl kick off the First Cheque podcast, a show dedicated to helping early-stage investors become better at their craft. They aim to open source conversations and insights from experienced investors to provide valuable information and education for emerging investors. The podcast focuses on the Australian ecosystem but also expl…
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In the sprint of startups, catch phrases like resilience, tenacity and rebound are brandished as the crowning qualities for success. But who personifies these better than athletes? Immersed in a world of discipline, diligence and constant iterations to improve, they bring in a fierce wave of value into the business landscape. Join us in this episod…
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🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ episode. Yaniv and Chris are fired up about bad VC investors, and they can't hold it in any longer! Good Venture Capitalists help founders make the impossible, possible. They are the fuel that allows rocketships to defy gravity. But bad VC investors will take a founder's dream and grind it into dust. In this episode, Chris and Yaniv shar…
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Uncover the compelling story of a global citizen's quest to tackle the climate crisis, as she empowers farming communities around the world and drives the expansion of climate solutions through pioneering technology and collaborative partnerships. In this captivating podcast episode, Anastasia, founder of Regrow, delves into her remarkable journey …
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Here are three ways generative AI is able to empower Account Executives and the broader teams within the company: 1) New generative AI tools are perfect for Account Executives to leverage the opportunity to learn from their peers and foster a collaborative environment within the company. 2) When AEs are torn between giving their full attention to t…
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Today we chat to Melissa Donnelly from Affinity Communications. The firm is a strategic communications agency for businesses that are serious about growth or transformation. Their clients want expert advice to help them find and amplify their voices. Melissa and I chat about the importance of branding, trust, integrity as well as some tips for fint…
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Today's episode is with Briam Pham from Litecard. Litecard is helping leading brands across the world generate more sales, increase membership and license renewals and make marketing more effective. In this episode we chat about the history of the business, the progress and the future plans - as well as Brian's table tennis prowess! Fintechfun is p…
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Today we chat to Stuart Alsop - Head of Sales at intelliflo Australia via a call. Stuart talks about what intelliflo is , the background and why it has entered Australia recently. He also talks about the macro landscape, the threats, the opportunities as well their vision. Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titl…
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Today you’ll hear the story of Startup Muster through its founder Murray Hurps. Startup Muster is a report that produces the most comprehensive data on the Australian startup ecosystem to measure and publish the progress, challenges, and opportunities within the startup ecosystem. Startup Muster is important because the startup world here in Austra…
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In this Interview we chat to Tim Wallace from Syfe - Tim talks about who Syfe is - the background, the progress, the reason for launch in Australia as well as some of their future plans! Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founder…
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"Promoting Super is about as exciting as promoting a dead fish" Today we chat to Pascale Heylar-Moray, Founder and CEO of Super Rewards who gives an update of her company. Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using …
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Today we chat to Andrew Ellett from HelpPay. With HelpPay you can turn any bill into a shareable link that makes it super easy for anyone to help you pay it. Andrew discusses how the idea came about, the transition to full time, the traction, the use cases and the future. Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Title…
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Cogo is a carbon footprint management product that helps individuals and businesses to measure, understand and reduce their impact on the climate. Cogo does this through partnerships with some of the world's largest banks to integrate leading carbon-tracking functionality into their banking apps. Cogo uses best-in-class models to provide accurate w…
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In today's podcast we chat to Dan Rutter and Josh Lehman from Digital Surge. In this episode we talk about the history of the business, the FTX saga, Voluntary Administration, the process to rescue the company and version two of the company. Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment part…
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Today we chat with Mark Calabro from Hungry Hungry - we talk all things hospo, fintech, POS and AI! Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more infor…
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This special bonus episode was recorded live at Fishburners as part of the Spark Festival in October 2022, to celebrate the launch of The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem documentary. The event included a panel of eight guests, each representing a different corner of the startup ecosystem: - Malcolm Turnbull, former Prime Minister - Mich…
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This special bonus episode was recorded live at Fishburners as part of the Spark Festival in October 2022, to celebrate the launch of The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem documentary. The event included a panel of eight guests, each representing a different corner of the startup ecosystem: - Malcolm Turnbull, former Prime Minister - Mich…
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Here are three things to consider when expanding your company to the US from Evan Augustine: 1) Generally, things are much more formal in the US regarding meetings. Have an agenda, leave some time to get to know the people you're meeting, and make sure you dress to impress on the first meeting - it's always easier to dress down. 2) If you have a sp…
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In the 2nd episode of Fintechfun for 2023 we are joined by Justin O'Donnell from Doshii. Justin talks about his story at CBA travelling the world to now building Doshii. Justin talks about the importance of Data, partnerships and ease of signing up. Doshii has grown 100% year on year for multiple years. Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a j…
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The first episode of 2023 is Jamie Twiss from Beforepay. Jamie talks about the past, present and future prospects of the company - with over 200,000 active users now as well as his personal challenge with Vegemite being from the United States. Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment pa…
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Today we chat to Gaby Roseberg in the first podcast of 2023 about Blossom! Gaby delves in to the history of Blossom, the problem she is solving and her future plans - as well as her love of hiking! Fintechfun is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of fintechs and founder…
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