Equity Venture Partners

2019 — A Warning for Startups

A rising chorus of economists, pundits and fund managers are predicting an economic downturn (or even a…

DEAR FOUNDER — WHO CAN YOU TURN TO?

This article explores the unique growth challenges faced by start up Founders and the role of non-executive directors in surmounting them.

The Start Up Founders Unique Journey!

Pricing Startup Options, a Common Mistake

This article is not legal advice and does not take into account your individual circumstances. Always seek professional advice in relation to the matters discussed.

How we raised US$25M for Deputy

Actions Speak Louder than Words

As Chairman of Equity Venture Partners (EVP) I am comfortable with the fact that our MD, Howard Leibman, prefers to say good things about our clients and business partners whilst letting our own…

How OpenView won the Deputy Deal

Howard Leibman is a director of Equity Venture Partners, exclusive adviser to Deputy in relation to its Series-A capital raising. Upon completion of the Series-A investment, Howard joins the Deputy board as non-executive director.

Yet Another 2017 Prediction Post

The Australian venture capital landscape has matured rapidly over 2016 as the category continues to grow into a popular alternative asset class integral to a diverse portfolio. Compared to the preceding year, Australian VC will enter the new year with more than double the…

A Fortnight in Venture Capital: Day 3

Morning

As we enter December, the thought of work quietening down seems a distant aspiration as the days get busier rather than anything else. Today is no different, proceedings kicking off with a veritable avalanche of emails from…

A FORTNIGHT IN VENTURE CAPITAL: DAY 2

A frequent enquiry from friends, former colleagues, founders and those looking to enter the industry is: “what do you do all day? Is it just Shark Tank?” Here’s a chapter of the 3 part series detailing my rough movements in a vaguely typical few days.

A fortnight in venture capital: Day 1

A frequent enquiry from friends, former colleagues, founders and those looking to enter the industry is: “what do you do all day? Is it just Shark Tank?” Here’s a chapter of the 3 part series detailing my rough movements in a vaguely typical few days.