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Creating something worthwhile

We started Skalata to help founders build the next generation of great companies. The ones that create the jobs, industries, and the strong, diversified economies of the future. The ones that have a net positive impact – not just on the economy – but their community. They act as a force for good.

Building capability

Capital is a commodity. Everyone has a network. But the highest leverage investment we can make in a company is helping to build long-term capability through our founder support model.

Playing the long game

Navigating a company through the seed stage isn't linear or straightforward. We help founders overcome short-term challenges, while ensuring they don’t jeopardise their ability to achieve long-term success.

Supporting companies with the ability to scale will create a sustainable, progressive Australian economy.

Paul Little AO

Skalata Chairman

OUR VALUES

What we stand for

We're proud critics of the status quo

We’re firm believers in the power of partnerships and have created a different VC model that includes those who share our vision and want to play a part. This allows us to access the capabilities of our university, corporate and government partners to help increase our impact.

We're ethical, above all

Founders, investors and partners trust us with their companies, their capital and their reputation. We know this is a privilege, and act accordingly.

We raise the bar

We’re not afraid to admit that we have high standards and believe that the benchmark can always be higher. We’re inquisitive and open minded and embrace feedback as an opportunity to improve.

We're about substance
over hype

We love to work with people that possess a combination of confidence and humility. Every company has problems, but if you can’t see them, you won’t address them. We value long-term, sustainable growth rather that growth at all costs.

We're kind & generous

Generosity and kindness are what ties everything together. Yes, we pursue excellence, yes we can have rigorous debates about how to improve, but this is always done in the right way. We care about each other and are always respectful.

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PARTNERS

In our corner

If you want to grow for the long term, you can’t do it alone. Our partnership model brings together university, corporate and government partners to support our vision.

On the same page

Developing a globally-connected startup ecosystem will deliver massive economic value to Australia. But to move that innovation needle, everyone needs to be on the same page – that's why we've worked hard to develop close relationships with Australias leading universities, professional services firms and government bodies.

How we support founders

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We’re a close-knit, collaborative group who have helped build and advise hundreds of companies at the seed stage here and around the world.

Rohan Workman

Co-founder & CEO

Rohan has been an integral part of the Australian startup ecosystem for over a decade as a founder, investor, advisor and director. He is responsible for fund strategy, portfolio construction, and overall investment fund performance.

Venture capital for the real world

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Creating something worthwhile

Building capability

Playing the long game

Supporting companies with the ability to scale will create a sustainable, progressive Australian economy.

What we stand for

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On the same page

Meet the people

behind the

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