In this episode of the Growth Cartel weekly update, Rhys and Deepak discuss the latest happenings in the Australian startup ecosystem. They share personal updates, delve into significant funding news, and explore the challenges faced by companies like Linktree. The conversation highlights the importance of diversity in funding and the success of initiatives like the Techstars Sydney Accelerator. They also touch on Australia's growing reputation in the global startup scene and preview upcoming events.

Takeaways

• The Australian startup ecosystem is seeing significant funding activity.
• Diversity in leadership is crucial for startup success.
• Linktree is facing challenges in achieving sustainable unit economics.
• Techstars is making strides in supporting female-led startups.
• Australia's startup scene is becoming a global player in liquidity.
• The importance of community support in startup accelerators.
• Investing in diverse teams leads to better outcomes.
• Upcoming events like Intersekt are vital for networking.
• The startup landscape is evolving post-COVID.

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Episode Links

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