Larsen Ventures

Larsen Ventures is an Australian, family-backed early-stage investment fund headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Established in 2012 by the father-and-son team of Dr. Peter Larsen and Andrew Larsen, the firm operates as the venture investment arm of their family office. Its foundation draws significant inspiration from Dr. Peter Larsen's prior entrepreneurial success as a co-founder of Navitas, a global education provider that achieved listing on the ASX-100. This deep-rooted experience in education technology profoundly influenced the firm's strategic focus.

The firm primarily champions founders of Australian technology-driven education and health businesses, targeting companies at the Seed or Series A funding stages. Larsen Ventures distinguishes itself through a strategic, hands-on approach, providing capital alongside invaluable domain expertise and extensive network access to accelerate portfolio company growth. They actively seek investment opportunities rather than passively awaiting pitches, reflecting their proactive engagement with the Australian technology ecosystem.

Larsen Ventures operates with a philosophy of 'patient capital', committing to long-term partnerships and aligning closely with founders for the journey toward sustainable and valuable growth. Beyond just funding, the firm focuses on investing in people, connecting founders with a community of like-minded individuals and sharing business know-how and lessons learned. This founder-friendly investment approach underscores their commitment to nurturing innovative concepts and helping entrepreneurs build exceptional businesses.

Key leadership includes Dr. Peter Larsen, who serves as Executive Chairman, bringing a wealth of experience from his background in education technology and administration. Andrew Larsen, as Investment Director, leads new investments with a passion for technology entrepreneurship and value creation, actively seeking radical ideas and backing ambitious, driven founders. Neera Shah is also a vital part of the investment team, leveraging her extensive career in the education sector and in-depth knowledge of international education and K-12 EdTech. Larsen Ventures continues to play a pivotal role in empowering innovators to bring their concepts to fruition, enriching the Australian technology landscape with a focus on impact in education and health.