Global Venture Capital

Investment is only the beginning.

We champion ambitious founders building early-stage companies into groundbreaking global businesses. United in ambition. Led by growth. Backed by belief.

We invest in the breakthroughs.
We believe in the gamechangers.

First Avenue Ventures was founded on a simple conviction: the most transformative companies in the world are built by exceptional founders who refuse to accept limits. Our role is not merely to provide capital — it is to be the partner that makes success inevitable.

We work with founders at the earliest stages, when conviction matters most and the path is least clear. We bring deep sector knowledge, global networks, and genuine hands-on support to every investment we make.

This is not just venture capital. This is a commitment to come together, work together, and grow together.

01 — Partnership

Beyond Capital

Investment is only the beginning. We bring our full network, expertise, and operational support to every founder relationship we build.

02 — Conviction

Backing Belief

We back founders who have the clarity of vision and the resilience to build through adversity. We invest when others hesitate.

03 — Growth

Built for Scale

Our portfolio companies don't just grow — they become category-defining businesses. We are relentlessly focused on sustainable, long-term value creation.

Early
Stage Focus
Global+
Investment Reach
Deep
Founder Support
Long-term
Value Creation

Where we see the next breakthrough

We invest across sectors where technology, ambition, and market timing intersect. Our portfolio spans the full spectrum of early-stage innovation — from fintech and enterprise software to consumer platforms and deep tech.

Fintech & Financial Services

Re-imagining how money moves, how credit is accessed, and how financial infrastructure serves the next generation of businesses and consumers globally.

Enterprise Software & AI

Backing the builders of the next generation of enterprise tools — platforms that make businesses faster, smarter, and more resilient through AI-driven automation.

Deep Tech & Infrastructure

Supporting the builders of tomorrow's critical infrastructure — from climate tech and biotech to the foundational systems that will power the next industrial revolution.

The team behind the thesis

First Avenue Ventures is led by a team of experienced investors, operators, and advisors who have built, scaled, and invested in world-class companies across global markets.

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Simon Beckett

Founder & Managing Partner

A highly experienced corporate finance and venture capital investor with deep expertise across fintech, auto finance, and private credit. Board advisor and director across multiple portfolio companies. Former roles include investment committee membership on private credit and venture funds.

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Advisory Board

Senior Advisors

First Avenue Ventures is supported by an extensive network of senior advisors and operating partners spanning financial services, technology, and corporate governance across Australia, APAC, and global markets.

Companies we've backed

We partner with founders at the earliest stages — when the opportunity is biggest and the conviction required is greatest.

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Location

Melbourne, Australia

Stage

Early-Stage & Growth

Geography

Global