H2 Ventures is a Sydney-based early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2013 by brothers Ben and Toby Heap. The firm invests in bold founders building companies in Fintech, Data, and AI. H2 takes a uniquely focused approach, investing in only 8–16 startups at any given time, with all companies required to participate in a six-month in-house pre-seed program.
H2's approach combines deep sector expertise in fintech, data, and AI with intensive hands-on support. The firm provides networks, mentoring, and operational guidance, partnering with founders from day zero. H2 specializes in backing passionate entrepreneurs with purpose, industry insight, and the drive to succeed in fast-moving technology sectors.
Beyond investing, H2 Ventures hosts the H2X Talent Development Program, designed to educate participants in skill development in AI and analytics. This commitment to education and founder development reflects H2's belief that great companies are built by great people with the right skills and support systems. The firm's focused portfolio approach ensures every founder receives deep, personalized attention.
Sydney, Australia
"We back bold founders in Fintech, Data, and AI — with an intensive six-month pre-seed program and a focused portfolio ensuring every founder gets deep, personalized support."
Apply to the Apex Startup Discovery Program
Aligned with H2 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 H2 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.