About This Episode

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EP4: ‘Top Tier Talk’ – Stone & Chalk Australia’s Start-up & Scale-up Hub

In this episode, Prabhat Sahoo, Managing Director of ITPlusPoint, has an insightful discussion with David McLellan, a serial investor and mentor for startups. The conversation dives into Australia’s start-up ecosystem, investment strategies, and how founders can navigate growth stages effectively.

Key Takeaways

• The role of Stone & Chalk as Australia’s largest start-up and scale-up hub
• Understanding different types of investors
• The concept and value of “Smart Money”
• Funding stages: Bootstrapping, Angel Investors, Seed Rounds, and VCs

About Stone & Chalk

Stone & Chalk is a not-for-profit, purpose-driven organisation transforming Australia into a sustainable, technology-driven economy. They support startups, scaleups, corporations, and government at every stage of the innovation journey by fostering a strong community of founders, mentors, and partners.

A must-watch episode for founders, investors, and innovators building the next generation of startups.

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