Larry Diamond

Overview

Larry Diamond is an Australian angel investor and co-founder of Zip Co, a leading Buy Now, Pay Later company. He co-founded Zip in 2013 with the goal of disrupting the traditional credit card model by creating a transparent, fairer, and more flexible alternative. Under his leadership, Zip has grown from a fintech startup to an ASX200 company with over seven million customers globally and a valuation of $7 billion. Prior to founding Zip, Larry spent 12 years in retail, technology, and investment banking, including roles at Deutsche Bank and Macquarie Capital. His experience in these sectors provided him with insights into the potential for digitizing financial services to better connect customers and merchants. This background has informed his investment approach, focusing on innovative financial technologies and services. In addition to his role at Zip, Larry is an active angel investor, participating in pre-seed, seed, and early series funding rounds. His portfolio includes companies such as Safewill, Stables, Instant, InvestorHub, Leslie, Honey Insurance, Superhero, and Meetric. His investments reflect a commitment to supporting innovative startups across various sectors, particularly those leveraging technology to disrupt traditional industries. Larry holds a Bachelor of Information Technology from the University of Technology Sydney and a Master of Commerce from the University of New South Wales. He is also a qualified Chartered Accountant with the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. His educational background and professional experience have equipped him with a strong foundation in both technology and finance, enabling him to effectively identify and support promising investment opportunities. In 2021, Larry was recognized with the Engineering and Information Technology Award from the University of Technology Sydney, acknowledging his significant contributions to the fintech industry and his role in advancing digital payment solutions. This accolade highlights his impact on the sector and his ongoing commitment to innovation in financial services.

Investment Focus

• Innovative financial technologies
• Transparent and flexible financial services
• Companies leveraging technology to disrupt traditional industries

Portfolio Companies