Startup Fundraising Masterclass
A six-month intensive program designed for Australian founders who want to understand capital raising beyond the buzzwords. We're talking practical frameworks, honest conversations about what actually works, and building relationships that matter when you're trying to get funding off the ground.
What You'll Actually Learn
Look, most fundraising courses throw theory at you. We don't do that. This program came out of watching too many smart founders struggle with pitch decks that said nothing and financial models that made investors wince.
You'll spend time with people who've been on both sides of the table. We cover the stuff that matters — from figuring out if you even need external capital right now, to building a raise timeline that doesn't wreck your sanity or your business momentum.
- Understanding different capital structures and what they mean for your control
- Building financial projections that hold up under scrutiny
- Crafting pitch narratives that connect with investor priorities
- Managing due diligence without losing three months of productivity
- Negotiating term sheets when you've never done it before
Who's Teaching This
Our instructors have collectively raised over $180M and sat through thousands of pitches. More importantly, they remember what it feels like to be on your side of the table. That experience shapes how we approach every session.
Former founder who's been through Series A and B. Now helps others avoid the mistakes that cost him sleep.
Spent eight years in venture capital before switching sides. Knows what makes investors say yes or pass.
Communications specialist who's refined over 200 pitch decks. Hates jargon as much as you do.
Corporate lawyer who explains term sheets in actual English. Makes the scary stuff manageable.
How It Works
We meet every second Wednesday evening for three hours. That's 12 sessions over six months. Each one combines structured learning with real work on your actual fundraise.
Between sessions, you've got access to our online workspace where you can share drafts, ask questions, and get feedback from both instructors and your cohort. Some of the best learning happens in those conversations.
Live Workshop Sessions
We cap cohorts at 18 founders so there's space for real dialogue. You're not watching from row 47.
Practical Assignments
Each module includes work you'd be doing anyway. We just help you do it better, with feedback that matters.
Ongoing Access
After the program ends, you keep access to resources and the cohort network. Fundraising rarely fits neat timelines.
Ready to Get Started?
Applications for our September 2025 cohort open in late June. We'll ask about your business, where you're at with fundraising, and what you're hoping to get out of the program. It's not about having everything figured out — it's about being ready to put in the work.
Program Details
12 sessions | September – February | Wednesday evenings | Castle Hill locationSessions run from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, with a break in the middle. We know you're running a business during the day. That's why we schedule around it.
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