Pitch Venture Capital

Pitch Venture Capital (Pitch VC) is an Australian venture capital firm based in Melbourne, established in 2020. The firm focuses on investing in pre-seed and early-stage founders and their startups, providing not only capital but also critical resources, mentorship, and strategic support to help them scale. Pitch VC distinguishes itself through a flexible fund structure that accommodates both cash and non-cash investments, catering to the diverse needs of nascent businesses. Their approach is particularly beneficial for founders at the 'lightbulb moment' stage, helping to transform early ideas into viable enterprises.

Co-founded by Campbell Walshe and Johnny Quattro, Pitch VC leverages the extensive entrepreneurial and investment experience of its leadership team. Campbell Walshe's background includes founding CNS Dose, a company that developed pharmacogenomics tools for mental health treatment, which he successfully exited. He also established Pitchblak, a venture studio responsible for launching Mr. Yum, a highly successful digital ordering and payment system for hospitality. Johnny Quattro brings experience as the founder of the Jamn music app, along with a history in diverse ventures ranging from a snowboarding brand to mobile application development. This collective experience provides Pitch VC with a unique operational perspective and a deep understanding of startup challenges.

Pitch VC operates with an industry-agnostic investment thesis, seeking promising startups across various sectors, though they have shown particular interest in areas like API, XR, and AR. The firm aims to support approximately 100 startups from its initial seed fund, with plans to raise a larger, tax-advantaged Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partner (ESVCLP) fund to facilitate follow-on investments in its most successful portfolio companies. Key achievements include leading a $400,000 pre-seed round for Auto Repairs Direct and a $610,000 seed round for NetworksX. They were also an early investor in Mr. Yum, which later secured significant Series A funding, demonstrating Pitch VC's ability to identify and nurture high-growth potential businesses.