The Andrews Labor Government will invest $2.9 million in educating thousands of Victorian startups though the state’s startup agency, LaunchVic.
Sixteen service providers have been selected to run the education programs, with up to 2,000 places available to Victorian startup founders and their staff.
The programs will vary in length and format, and include short courses, intensive three-day workshops, week-long courses, mentoring and online learning. The courses are either free or low cost.
Topics include export and growth skills, corporate governance, investment support, marketing support, personal leadership and development and engaging corporates.
It is estimated that just 15 per cent of startups in Victoria go through an accelerator program, with many startups believing they are either not ready or have moved beyond needing intensive support. These programs will help fill this gap.
To date, LaunchVic has funded a total of 46 projects through its grants program. More information about founder education services can be found at launchvic.org.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Innovation and the Digital Economy Philip Dalidakis
“With this targeted funding and support, there’s never been a better time to establish a startup in Victoria.”
“By building a stronger startup sector we create innovative businesses, attract international talent, bring money into the local economy and create local jobs.”
Quotes attributable to LaunchVic CEO Dr Kate Cornick
“Supporting early-stage startups is essential if we are to grow a strong pipeline of innovative businesses from Victoria that will fuel the local economy.”
“We’re proud to offer diverse yet specialised support to our startups – this will help our local startup founders and executives grow their businesses and strengthen Victoria’s reputation as a leading startup hub.”
Reviewed 19 August 2020