Vanessa Ronan-Pearce 🎶

Antler is one of the most active early-stage investors globally. The firm leads in ‘Day Zero’ investing, an approach to venture capital focused on partnering with founders pre-launch. Antler systematically removes capital and network constraints for early-stage technology entrepreneurs by providing co-founder matching, deep business model validation, initial capital, expansion support, and follow-on funding. The firm is present in 27 cities across most leading technology ecosystems globally and has made over 1,300 investments into early-stage startups. Antler has been repeatedly recognized by Pitchbook as the world’s most active angel and seed-stage investor.

The Founder Institute is the World’s Largest AI-Native Company Builder, where ambitious professionals, solo founders, and first-time entrepreneurs go to turn ideas into funded, AI-powered startups. Since 2009, our structured methodology, global mentor network, and platform have helped over 8,900 founders across 100+ countries raise more than $2BN in funding. Whether you’re an employee ready to make the leap, a solo founder with a big idea, or a first-time entrepreneur looking for direction, we provide the AI toolkit, structured sprints, expert feedback, and investor network to take you from Zero to Founder, faster and cheaper than ever before. And when you’re ready, our venture fund Founder Capital and global investor network are there to write your first check.

Weve been there to help more than 120,000 families and individuals in need each year with budgeting advice, food and clothing assistance, life skills programmes and other comfort and support. At The Salvation Army we are committed to our mission of caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society. See what career opportunities are available at The Salvation Army: www.salvationarmy.org.nz/about-us/career-opportunities

Vanessa Ronan-Pearce and Nina Ferro, Co-Founders of Sound Voices, teach entrepreneurs, performers and executives authentic engagement strategies to super charge your business and increase revenue streams. Whether you are a founder, executive, industry expert, presenter, professional speaker, creative, singer or musician, Sound Voices will support you to deliver your message with clarity, be memorable, be authentic and have lasting impact. As the landscape for content delivery has changed forever, Sound Voices supports you to connect online for virtual events and digital interactions, hybrid events, and in person for live presentations, pitches or gigs. Sound Voices provides you with all the tools you need to be a super connector. Please get in touch hello@soundvoices.co

Antler is one of the most active early-stage investors globally. The firm leads in ‘Day Zero’ investing, an approach to venture capital focused on partnering with founders pre-launch. Antler systematically removes capital and network constraints for early-stage technology entrepreneurs by providing co-founder matching, deep business model validation, initial capital, expansion support, and follow-on funding. The firm is present in 27 cities across most leading technology ecosystems globally and has made over 1,300 investments into early-stage startups. Antler has been repeatedly recognized by Pitchbook as the world’s most active angel and seed-stage investor.

We are the peak advocacy body for Fintech in Australia. Connecting, challenging and advocating for one of the fastest-growing technology sectors in the world. FinTech Australia is here to grow and support the creation, development, and adoption of financial technology across the economy. Advocacy - We advocate in public forums and with policymakers to promote the ecosystem, and the benefits of fintech adoption and amplify the voice of all its participants. Engagement - We engage with and connect the fintech ecosystem to support its growth for the benefit of the Australian economy and society. Growth - Empower and uplift the Australian fintech ecosystem, while promoting its capacity for positive change locally and globally.