Blackbird is Australasia's most iconic venture capital firm, with a portfolio of over 100 companies valued at over $10 billion. The firm invests in wild hearts with the wildest ideas right from the beginning, backing founders across Australia and New Zealand who are building category-defining companies.
Blackbird invests from pre-seed ($30,000) through Series A ($5M+), supporting deep tech areas including healthcare technology, robotics, autonomous vehicles, climate solutions, and enterprise software. The firm raised $500 million for its fourth fund, making it the largest in ANZ VC history at the time.
With a hospitality mindset toward founders, Blackbird's approach emphasises backing extraordinary people early and doubling down when they see traction. The firm's Sydney and Melbourne presence ensures coverage across Australia's two largest startup ecosystems.
Sydney & Melbourne, Australia
"We invest in wild hearts, with the wildest ideas, right from the beginning — we work for our founders, they don't work for us."
Apply to the Apex Startup Discovery Program
Aligned with Blackbird Ventures's investment focus. Precondition: You must be an Apex Participant to submit. Registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. This project is part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex Ecosystem with Golden Ads
"Who I Am · What I Want"
Complimentary for Apex Participants. Become an Apex Participant at myapex.me — registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. Part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex is a living ecosystem — one of its kind. A decentralized, member-owned global business platform across 80+ countries where preferred venture partners such as Blackbird Ventures can explore early-stage innovation quietly and selectively, while founders showcase on their MySite and gain clarity on what long-term investors truly seek. No middleman. By members, for members.