Inhouse Ventures

Inhouse Ventures operates as a specialized marketplace within the Australian startup ecosystem, designed to connect technology company founders with investors and industry leaders. Founded in June 2022 by Elliot Spiegel, the firm addresses the often fragmented and challenging process of fundraising for early-stage companies. Spiegel, who serves as CEO, has a background in advising businesses from pre-seed to Series A & B stages, with a focus on digital acquisition and fundraising.

The company's business model is centered on its online platform, which facilitates matchmaking between startups and a network of venture capitalists, angel investors, and family offices. Revenue is generated through fees for listing on the marketplace, which includes the creation of a pitch video, and a success fee percentage upon successful funding. The platform aims to streamline the investment process by providing a curated and more transparent environment for both founders seeking capital and investors looking for opportunities that align with their criteria. Users can create profiles, browse potential matches, and initiate connections directly through the marketplace.

A key feature of the service is a data layer developed to enable more efficient and automated matching, which is being further developed into an AI-powered offering. In addition to the marketplace, Inhouse Ventures provides resources like masterclasses from investors and tools to assist founders with their pitch and due diligence processes. The client base primarily consists of early-stage technology companies in Australia, ranging from pre-seed to Series A, that are looking to scale, fundraise, and develop their business. In March 2025, it was announced that technology accelerator Scalare Partners (ASX: SCP) would acquire 100% of Inhouse Ventures, a move following an initial 20.7% stake purchase in November 2023. Elliot Spiegel is slated to remain as CEO to lead future growth initiatives under the new ownership structure.

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