Co:Act

Co:Act is an Australian venture capital firm established in 2022, headquartered in Melbourne. It functions as an investment partnership comprised of experienced venture investors who leverage their extensive network of founders, business leaders, and family offices. The firm is dedicated to providing growth capital to early-stage Australian technology and innovation-led companies, primarily focusing on Series A funding rounds. Co:Act aims to address the current shortcomings within the Australian venture capital landscape by actively supporting startups that are solving significant problems and possess a large addressable market.

Co:Act's investment strategy is sector-agnostic, demonstrating a broad interest across various high-growth industries. Their portfolio reflects investments in areas such as Enterprise Applications, High Tech, HealthTech, Fintech, E-commerce, Quantum, Deep Tech, Cyber, Security, Maritime, Defence, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, 3D technology, Construction, and Logistics. The firm actively seeks companies with strong, visionary founders, favourable market tailwinds, innovative solutions, robust technology or business models that offer a competitive advantage, and a demonstrated product-market fit.

A distinguishing feature of Co:Act is its commitment to responsible investing. The firm adheres to guidelines that include being a member of RIAA (Responsible Investment Association Australasia), upholding the UN Principles for Responsible Investment, and integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and related accounting standards. They also align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and actively support founders who represent diversity in gender, culture, and location across Australia. This approach underscores their belief in generating not only financial returns but also positive societal impact. As of March 2026, Co:Act has made investments in nine companies, with four new investments occurring in the preceding 12 months, indicating an active and growing presence in the Australian startup ecosystem.

The leadership team at Co:Act includes notable partners such as James Douglas, Kate Eriksson, Ash Lambert, and James Blythe. Kate Eriksson, for instance, brings over two decades of experience spanning Europe, Australia, Asia, and Silicon Valley, with expertise in growth, strategy, marketplaces, and new business models. Her background includes roles as a Founder & Partner at Co:Act Capital, a Non-Executive Board Member at DASH Technology Group, and an Associate at Creative Destruction Lab, as well as leadership positions at PwC Australia and AT&T Foundry in Silicon Valley. The partners collectively bring experience in founding and scaling ASX-listed companies, leading venture investment funds, managing significant Australian family offices, and guiding established Australian businesses. Co:Act Capital Pty Ltd operates as an authorised representative under AFSL 550443.