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Urgent and pressing global problems require solutions at scale

Giant Leap invests in companies harnessing technology and innovation to reimagine industries and create transformational change across
climate, health and people

CLIMate

Eg. Clean-tech, waste reduction, sustainable agriculture & water use

60,487
Tonnes

CO2-e emissions avoided (over 13,000k cars off road); 353,038 cumulative tonnes

HeALTH

Eg. Aged care, mental health, medical innovation, longevity

$54.9
Million

savings to the healthcare system; $164m cumulative healthcare savings

PEOPLE

Eg. Education, social equity, addressing diversity & inclusion challenges

245,580
Employees

impacted by improved workplace policies; 718,124 cumulative employees

SEE FY23 PORTFOLIO IMPACT HIGHLIGHTS

Our Portfolio Companies

All Companies
Climate
Health
People
Practical, skill-specific courses to help create a future-ready workforce
Energy retailer passing through wholesale prices, incentivising use when cheap renewables are generating
Recruitment platform using behavioural science to remove unconscious bias and improve hiring decisions
Software for structural engineers and architects that simplifies the process for designing with zero- and low-carbon materials
Alternative proteins company producing nutritionally and functionally equivalent cheese products made from precision fermentation
waterless beauty innovation to help your skin and save water, carbon, and waste in the process
Telehealth platform enabling doctors to effectively, remotely and securely consult with patients
AI-enabled virtual coach to build resilience and mental health via daily habits
Creates engineered fibres from discarded clothing that can be used to create new garments
Developing technology to turn organic waste into a fully biodegradable, compostable plastic
Australia's first ethical, diversified superannuation portfolio that completely excludes fossil fuels [Exited]
Australia's leading online designer clothing hire destination creating Australia's ultimate endless wardrobe
An organic waste management solution that uses insects to turn food waste into livestock feed
Compostable cling wrap brand producing revolutionary stretch wrap material made from potato waste.
Alternative education pathways for high school leavers that prepares them for in-demand innovation and startup careers
Connecting people living with disability and the elderly with social carers for community connection
Pressure sensing technology to help wheelchair users avoid pressure sores and improve independence
Mobile hypnotherapy programs that help people manage and improve their health, without drugs or diets
Mental health and productivity app to declutter your mind and find focus in the flow of everyday life
A psychology-based online pain management program for fibromyalgia and chronic pain
A music-based platform that improves quality of life for people living with dementia
A platform that uses gamification and behavioural psychology to improve treatment adherence
Australia's largest epilepsy diagnostics service providing home-based video-EEG-ECG monitoring
A carbon-neutral, low-cost, door-to-door parcel delivery platform
A smart building platform that enables building managers to reduce electricity and water consumption
Drone OEM and network operator that serves the healthcare, disaster-relief, and general logistics needs of remote populations.
A carbon footprint assessment, management and reduction tool for SMEs and enterprises
Sustainable toilet paper company that builds toilets for developing countries
Jobs platform helping women find employers who support diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace
Online grocery delivery supporting independent, local businesses and their communities [Exited]
Energy retailer passing through wholesale prices, incentivising use when cheap renewables are generating
Software for structural engineers and architects that simplifies the process for designing with zero- and low-carbon materials
Alternative proteins company producing nutritionally and functionally equivalent cheese products made from precision fermentation
waterless beauty innovation to help your skin and save water, carbon, and waste in the process
Creates engineered fibres from discarded clothing that can be used to create new garments
Developing technology to turn organic waste into a fully biodegradable, compostable plastic
Australia's first ethical, diversified superannuation portfolio that completely excludes fossil fuels [Exited]
Australia's leading online designer clothing hire destination creating Australia's ultimate endless wardrobe
An organic waste management solution that uses insects to turn food waste into livestock feed
Compostable cling wrap brand producing revolutionary stretch wrap material made from potato waste.
A carbon-neutral, low-cost, door-to-door parcel delivery platform
A smart building platform that enables building managers to reduce electricity and water consumption
A carbon footprint assessment, management and reduction tool for SMEs and enterprises
Sustainable toilet paper company that builds toilets for developing countries
Telehealth platform enabling doctors to effectively, remotely and securely consult with patients
AI-enabled virtual coach to build resilience and mental health via daily habits
Connecting people living with disability and the elderly with social carers for community connection
Pressure sensing technology to help wheelchair users avoid pressure sores and improve independence
Mobile hypnotherapy programs that help people manage and improve their health, without drugs or diets
Mental health and productivity app to declutter your mind and find focus in the flow of everyday life
A psychology-based online pain management program for fibromyalgia and chronic pain
A music-based platform that improves quality of life for people living with dementia
A platform that uses gamification and behavioural psychology to improve treatment adherence
Australia's largest epilepsy diagnostics service providing home-based video-EEG-ECG monitoring
Drone OEM and network operator that serves the healthcare, disaster-relief, and general logistics needs of remote populations.
Practical, skill-specific courses to help create a future-ready workforce
Recruitment platform using behavioural science to remove unconscious bias and improve hiring decisions
Alternative education pathways for high school leavers that prepares them for in-demand innovation and startup careers
Jobs platform helping women find employers who support diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace
Online grocery delivery supporting independent, local businesses and their communities [Exited]
Energy retailer passing through wholesale prices, incentivising use when cheap renewables are generating
Software for structural engineers and architects that simplifies the process for designing with zero- and low-carbon materials
Alternative proteins company producing nutritionally and functionally equivalent cheese products made from precision fermentation
waterless beauty innovation to help your skin and save water, carbon, and waste in the process
Creates engineered fibres from discarded clothing that can be used to create new garments
Developing technology to turn organic waste into a fully biodegradable, compostable plastic
Australia's first ethical, diversified superannuation portfolio that completely excludes fossil fuels [Exited]
Australia's leading online designer clothing hire destination creating Australia's ultimate endless wardrobe
An organic waste management solution that uses insects to turn food waste into livestock feed
Compostable cling wrap brand producing revolutionary stretch wrap material made from potato waste.
A carbon-neutral, low-cost, door-to-door parcel delivery platform
A smart building platform that enables building managers to reduce electricity and water consumption
A carbon footprint assessment, management and reduction tool for SMEs and enterprises
Sustainable toilet paper company that builds toilets for developing countries
Telehealth platform enabling doctors to effectively, remotely and securely consult with patients
AI-enabled virtual coach to build resilience and mental health via daily habits
Connecting people living with disability and the elderly with social carers for community connection
Pressure sensing technology to help wheelchair users avoid pressure sores and improve independence
Mobile hypnotherapy programs that help people manage and improve their health, without drugs or diets
Mental health and productivity app to declutter your mind and find focus in the flow of everyday life
A psychology-based online pain management program for fibromyalgia and chronic pain
A music-based platform that improves quality of life for people living with dementia
A platform that uses gamification and behavioural psychology to improve treatment adherence
Australia's largest epilepsy diagnostics service providing home-based video-EEG-ECG monitoring
Drone OEM and network operator that serves the healthcare, disaster-relief, and general logistics needs of remote populations.
Practical, skill-specific courses to help create a future-ready workforce
Recruitment platform using behavioural science to remove unconscious bias and improve hiring decisions
Alternative education pathways for high school leavers that prepares them for in-demand innovation and startup careers
Jobs platform helping women find employers who support diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace
Online grocery delivery supporting independent, local businesses and their communities [Exited]

Our committment to diversity

We're passionate about investing in diverse teams, because diversity of thought and experience leads to the strongest problem solving and best commercial outcomes. We're proud that, as at the end of FY23, 60% of our portfolio companies are women-led businesses and 60% of our investment team are women.

What We Look For

If you’re sending us a pitch deck, here’s a list of things we get excited about.
We also recommend reading this cheat sheet on how to pitch our fund.

painful problem

A painful problem being addressed for the target audience

VALUE CREATED

A compelling solution with a clear value proposition

Measureable impact

The business model will generate measurable positive impact as it scales 

LARGE MARKET

A large market opportunity to capture

TRACTION

Proven ability to win paying customers

THE RIGHT TEAM

A skilled team committed to the mission

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