Macdoch Ventures

Macdoch Ventures is a venture capital firm investing in technology-enabled companies, primarily focusing on supporting late seed stage founders across Australia and New Zealand. The firm’s investment strategy encompasses B2B, SaaS, and marketplace models, alongside specific interest in agricultural technology. It actively partners with these early-stage companies, providing capital and strategic guidance to foster their growth and development.

Founded in 2011, Macdoch Ventures was established as the venture capital arm of the broader Macdoch investment group. The firm’s inception stems from the vision of Prue Murdoch and Alasdair MacLeod, who recognized the opportunity to support emerging founders building companies that leverage technology for future impact. Their collective experience informed the creation of an entity dedicated to nurturing innovative ventures.

The firm partners with extraordinary founders within the Australian and New Zealand startup ecosystem, assisting them in scaling their technology-driven businesses. Macdoch Ventures' overarching mission is to cultivate innovation and create a portfolio of impactful technology companies. Its long-term vision involves contributing to a more technologically advanced and sustainable future through its strategic investments.