Game Changers: Andrea Gardiner

Meet Andrea Gardiner, the visionary La Trobe University alumni behind Jelix Ventures. This venture capital firm is at the forefront of innovation, trailblazing its path by investing in groundbreaking technology. On a quest for daring entrepreneurs who aren't afraid to dream, disrupt, and enhance our world, who could be better to discuss the journey from vision to reality in entrepreneurship?

Part of La Trobe’s 'Game Changers' webinar series, this event will focus on Andrea’s entrepreneurial journey so far – including how and why she started her own business, and the initial challenges faced and the strategies she employed to overcome them. Andrea will also share her plans for the future and real-world advice for upcoming entrepreneurs.

Details

Date: Thursday 19 September 2024
Time: 5pm to 6pm
Location: Online (Zoom link provided upon registration)

Registrations are required.

Meet Andrea Gardiner

Andrea Gardiner has been an entrepreneur, investor, lawyer, investment banker, company director as well as world class climber and skier. She is the founder and CEO of Jelix Ventures, a venture capital firm based in Sydney. Jelix focuses on early-stage investments in innovative technology, and backs daring founders to make the world better.

Andrea started Jelix leading small, syndicated investments into early-stage tech startups. Jelix now has $50m under management including a $30m fund.

Andrea is passionate about supporting the innovation and startup sector as she believes it is a critical economic imperative for Australia and the future of our children. She has a particular interest in backing excellent women founders, too many of whom are passed over by VCs.

Andrea is also a co-founder of WinVC, which aims to facilitate the success of women venture capital investors with the aim of accelerating their progress to investment decision making positions with the expectation that this will facilitate capital flow to women founders.

Learn more:

LinkedIn: Andrea Gardiner

Website: Jelix Ventures

Who can attend?

This online event is open to the public. La Trobe students, alumni, and the wider entrepreneurship community are all invited to attend.

As a community-focused institution committed to fostering innovation and growth, La Trobe looks forward to bringing together individuals with diverse interests and backgrounds. The session aims to inspire, educate and connect the entrepreneurship community.

Why attend?

Gain valuable insights and tips for entering the entrepreneurial realm. This is an opportunity to explore the exciting world of founding and learn how to navigate the entrepreneurial landscape with resilience and foresight.

Futher information

For more information about future entrepreneurship activities and opportunities, submit an Expression of Interest or connect with the La Trobe University Innovation and Entrepreneurship team at accelerator@latrobe.edu.au

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