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Key people at Polipo Ventures.
Polipo Ventures was founded in 2018 by Chris Guzowski (Co-Founder) and Richard Cooney (Co-founder and Principal).
Polipo Ventures operates as a venture capital firm based in Sydney, Australia, specializing in providing growth capital to promising businesses. The firm's core activity involves strategic investments designed to enable portfolio companies to expand their operations and achieve global scale. Their investment thesis primarily targets sectors including Australian software, mobile applications, direct-to-consumer e-commerce, and enterprise software solutions, identifying potential in high-growth technology-driven companies.
The firm was established in 2018 by its founders, a team comprised of experienced entrepreneurs. This foundation likely stems from an insight into the specific capital and strategic support needs of scaling technology companies within the Australian market and beyond. The firm's establishment aimed to bridge this gap, leveraging its team's operational background to contribute more than just financial resources to its ventures.
Polipo Ventures seeks to partner with founders of growth-stage companies, providing the necessary capital to propel their businesses forward. Its long-term vision is centered on fostering the development of innovative enterprises, driving their international expansion, and ultimately contributing to the creation of successful, impactful companies that shape future markets within their chosen domains.
Key people at Polipo Ventures.
Polipo Ventures was founded in 2018 by Chris Guzowski (Co-Founder) and Richard Cooney (Co-founder and Principal).
Polipo Ventures has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $6.0M Series A in Sundose in April 2021.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2021 | Sundose | $6.0M Series A | DX Ventures, Atmos Ventures | Aria, Investible |
| Feb 1, 2021 | Lengoo | $30.0M Series B | INKEF Capital | Earlybird Venture Capital, Gradient Ventures, Point Nine Capital, Charlie Songhurst, DR. Volker Pyrtek, Matthias Hilpert, Michael Schmitt, Redalpine, Techstars |