Steve Baxter
Overview
Steve Baxter is an Australian entrepreneur and investor renowned for his role as a 'Shark' on Shark Tank Australia. He co-founded and served as Executive Chairman of TEN13, Australia's leading tech startup investment platform, and founded Beaten Zone Venture Partners, focusing on early-stage investments in Australian sovereign defense technology. Additionally, he established River City Labs in Brisbane, a prominent co-working hub for entrepreneurs. Baxter's investment strategy emphasizes early-stage technology companies, particularly in sectors such as telecommunications and defense technology. He actively seeks opportunities to support and mentor startups, leveraging his extensive experience in building and scaling tech businesses. His involvement in TEN13 and Beaten Zone Venture Partners reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within Australia. Throughout his career, Baxter has demonstrated a strong dedication to the Australian startup ecosystem, providing both financial support and mentorship to emerging companies. His role on Shark Tank Australia further underscores his influence and active participation in nurturing new business ventures across the country.
Investment Focus
- Innovative technology solutions
- Scalable business models
- Strong management teams
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Steve Baxter invest in?
Steve Baxter invests in Technology, Telecommunications and Defense Technology, and is based in Australia. Steve Baxter is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Steve Baxter invest at?
Steve Baxter backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 100K - 5M.
Which regions does Steve Baxter invest in?
Steve Baxter invests across Australia.
What companies has Steve Baxter invested in?
Steve Baxter's portfolio includes QPay, Clipchamp and Benow.
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