Australian Investment Council

Join us at the Australian Venture Summit, the leading knowledge sharing and networking event in Australia’s innovation ecosystem. Mingle with entrepreneurs, investors, fund managers and corporate advisors. The summit provides a deep dive into the latest developments in venture capital and emerging industries. Details and registration here: https://lnkd.in/g8EMJche #AVS2025 #VentureCapital #VC #Innovation #Investment

Our CEO, Navleen Prasad, joined Juliette Saly on ausbiz today to discuss what’s front of mind for the private capital community and investors in Australia. The conversation ranged from the impact of US tariffs on local and global markets, to private capital’s focus on long-term market fundamentals, and the right policy settings for superannuation, foreign investment and taxation. All factors keep coming back to the same principle – it’s no longer enough to be an attractive investment destination, we need to make Australia an exceptional place to invest. Watch the interview here: https://lnkd.in/gYmSsrfw

A Federal budget for the times. This budget tuned into macro uncertainty that is yet to play out and embryonic economic recovery at home. Good to see the private sector resuming its "rightful place" as the main driver of economic growth. Now we need a clear plan that prioritises investment and access to capital for start-ups and growth businesses that drive a competitive, agile and inclusive economy. Read our full analysis here: https://lnkd.in/gTVJbSf5 Jim Chalmers Katy Gallagher Ed Husic MP #Budget25 #PrivateCapital #InvestInAustralia

Early-career investment professionals - this is your opportunity to fast-track your skills and knowledge in private equity, venture capital and private credit. Join our comprehensive, fully accredited and all-inclusive three-day residential course in Sydney, designed to equip you with practical experience through hands-on deal simulations and expert-led sessions. This program brings together senior leaders from top private capital firms to share real-world insights from both fund managers and institutional investors. Don't miss this chance to build a strong foundation for your investment career. Details and registration here: https://lnkd.in/gDSK5WF3 Matthew Robinson, Pacific Equity Partners Dr Michelle Deaker, OneVentures Adrian Kerley, IFM Investors Paul Evans, Ironbridge Capital Lucy Cooper, Crescent Capital Partners Nicole Connolly, Allegro Funds Karen Chan, Perennial Partners Chris Koeck, Allegro Funds Marcus Simpson, PMGS Global Peter Graf, Ares Management Corporation   #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #PrivateCredit #InvestmentCareers #ProfessionalDevelopment

As Climate Action Week Sydney approaches the halfway mark a fragile optimism is taking root in the investment community that President Trump’s anti-climate stance could make Australia a more attractive destination for environmental and sustainability investors. It might even reverse the flight of capital to the US that occurred under President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act. A return to sustainable investing fundamentals may prove to be the silver lining in the "war on woke". Read our latest ESG Insight here: https://lnkd.in/gw4WTh5U Samantha Bayes, Mike Zimmerman, Thomas Candela, Lucy Cooper, Sarah Minahan, Steven Okun, Navleen Prasad, Rayna Toman.

“You either win or you learn.” Thank you Annabelle Daniel OAM for an inspiring International Women’s Day discussion this morning and for your tireless and compassionate work in the community providing shelters for women and children seeking refuge from domestic violence. It was heartbreaking to think that in the hour we spent with you 30 calls were made to police related to domestic violence according to the statistics. But equally uplifting to hear that with the right support 99.5% of people don’t go back to domestic abuse situations. That’s just one more powerful incentive to support the work of Women's Community Shelters. Thank you Troy Porter and Julia Richards from PwC Australia for hosting. And thank you to all those in the room for your generosity, it looks like that shelter in Liverpool will be opened💪. If you would like to donate or nudge your mates to support this awesome cause use the QR below or this link: https://lnkd.in/e2DCTH4M #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #ForAllWomenAndGirls

On Wednesday night, we had the pleasure of hosting the annual Australian Investment Council Gala Dinner. In partnership with the Asian Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) ANZ Forum, the evening was a great success bringing together leaders from across the investment community, including a strong contingent of international investors. A huge thank you to our event partners Pacific Equity Partners and everyone who joined us for an evening of connection, conversation and celebration. #InvestInAustralia #PrivateCapital

Your package just delivered by a Team Global Express courier, private capital made that happen. In our new Private Capital at Work series, we share stories about private capital helping Australian business grow and grow faster. Private capital supports more than 1,100 Australian businesses, over 600,000 full-time jobs, and contributes 3% to GDP. It is playing an increasingly important role in our economy, supporting innovative businesses and helping them thrive. This edition of Private Capital at Work features Allegro Funds’ Team Global Express, a national logistics business with the largest heavy electric vehicle trial program in the country. Click here to read the full case study: https://lnkd.in/ggZNbjxk #PrivateCapitalAtWork

Ever wondered how venture capital works? You're not the only one. Veterans of venture, Deborah Johns from Gilbert + Tobin, Mark Bonnar from Southern Cross Venture Partners and J. Matthew Pryor from Tenacious Ventures are introducing a new cohort to the basics of venture capital in Sydney today. A huge shout out to our hosts Gilbert + Tobin. Their lawyers handle complex and critical work, providing trusted advice across the entire investment life cycle. By popular demand we are running an entry level course on private debt March 19. Click here to join us: https://lnkd.in/g4pN6NfE Our Principles of Private Equity course this Thursday is fully subscribed but email members@investmentcouncil.com.au to go on the wait-list for the next one. #VentureCapital #InvestInAustralia #PrivateCapital

It's official - Ric Deverell, Macquarie Group's chief economist will headline our annual 2025 Gala Dinner in partnership with the Asian Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) ANZ Forum. A record number of attendees will be at this blockbuster event which is oversubscribed. Looks like we'll need a bigger venue next year. #PrivateCapitalAtWork #Gala2025 #PrivateCapital