★ Australia
Where Innovation Meets Execution
Welcome to Venture Studio 1 committed to transforming raw ideas into market-defining companies. We’re not just advisors. We are co-creators. Our mission is to revolutionise industries by partnering with committed and dedicated founders, providing unparalleled expertise, and laying down the foundations for enduring success.
A Unique Approach to Venture Building
Traditional venture capital firms may provide the financial backing, but we offer something immeasurably more valuable: a dedicated team of strategists, designers, engineers, and growth hackers, all fully invested in your vision. From ideation to market launch, we provide an end-to-end solution that goes beyond mere investment.
Fast-Tracking to MVP
We don't believe in wasting time. Our focused approach is designed to accelerate your start-up to the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage. With us, you gain clarity on whether your product or service has the potential for market dominance. We help you take your concept rapidly to MVP, test it vigorously, and make data-driven iterations—all before you even think about time-consuming fundraising. Our goal is to save you the unnecessary stress and hassle, leaving you free to focus on what matters: your vision and drive business connections.
The Power of Collaboration
We're not mere stakeholders. We put our time, expertise, and financial resources on the line because we believe in shared vision, risks, shared rewards, and collective triumphs. We are therefore fully committed team members. What we ask for is your trust, dedication, and relentless commitment.
Higher Success, Faster Results: Research reveals that startups forged within venture studios not only secure seed funding at double the speed but also pave their way to an exit 33% faster compared to conventional startups. source
Impressive Statistics That Speak:
A staggering 30% higher success rate than traditional startups.
A remarkable 84% of startups emerging from studios proceed to raise a seed round.
An impressive 72% of these ventures ascend to Series A, whereas only 42% of conventional ventures reach this milestone. source
Our Role: We act as the catalyst, propelling digitisation, nurturing innovation, and accelerating growth in a sector ready for disruption.
Vala Setareh
Vala, a founding member of our team, has carved a niche for himself in the legal realm. His extensive experience in legal consulting and entrepreneurial pursuits enriches our team. Specialising in sectors like FinTech, HealthTech, and AI, and with leadership stints in startups such as Stitch, Taver AI, Flutter Medical, PatientsBest and ME Group, he brings a unique blend of legal expertise and entrepreneurial spirit.
Vala also provides expert legal advice to startups, investors, and corporates in all areas of corporate law, including fundraising, intellectual property, data protection, employment etc.
He worked on multiple investments ranging in size from equity raises between $200,000 to $10,000,000 + and debt finance of $1.1B. He also advised on acquisition deals from inception to execution, regulatory issues for fintech/insurance tech businesses, such as B2C lending, crypto exchange platforms, SaaS platforms.
His background in advising on international joint ventures, capital raising, and deal-making positions Venture Studio 1 uniquely in the landscape of venture studios.
Minimised Risks, Amplified Rewards
We shoulder the risk, meticulously constructing products and services to authenticate your business model. With this robust foundation, capital raising becomes a breezier endeavour for your startup.
Example: Imagine you have a groundbreaking idea for an AI-powered health app, but lack the technical know-how and initial funds to develop a prototype. Instead of spending months searching for technical co-founders or burning capital on development, we step in. We develop the app, test its viability, and set the stage. When the app attracts its first 10,000 users, you now approach investors not just with an idea, but with a functioning product and user data, making it far easier to secure funding.
Leverage with our Leadership
Our head partner can step in as a pivotal co-founder, donning the hats of both CTO and CMO for your startup.
Example: Sarah had a brilliant concept for a sustainable fashion marketplace but lacked expertise in tech and marketing. Instead of juggling multiple roles ineffectively, she partnered with us. Our head partner, with a decade of experience in tech and marketing, took on the roles of both CTO and CMO. The startup swiftly went from concept to a live platform with a growing user base, without Sarah needing to stretch herself thin or make costly hiring decisions prematurely.
Venture Capital Ready
For VC firms, your startup, backed by our venture studio, translates to a substantially de-risked proposition. Capital can be channeled directly into scaling, sidestepping the pitfalls of trial and error.
Example: Think of Tom's eco-friendly packaging startup. On his own, he might've sought VC funding to merely develop prototypes, facing many rejections. But with our backing, when he approached VCs, he showcased not just an idea, but a market-tested, scalable solution. VCs saw a startup where their funds would be directly used for expansion, not experimentation. Tom secured his Series A round 50% faster than his peers.
Maximised Valuation, Expanded Value Pie
With our venture studio backing your startup, your company's valuation soars. This amplifies the value pie, promising increased returns for every stakeholder.
Example: Initially, Alex's smart home device startup was valued at $2 million. He considered giving away 20% equity for $400,000. After partnering with our venture studio and tapping into our resources and network, within a year, the startup's valuation surged to $10 million. Now, for the same 20% equity, he could attract $2 million in investment, increasing the value for every stakeholder and preserving more equity for his team.
Contacts
Work with us
We are eager to learn about your organization and to help you achieve a well-defined out-of-the-box visual strategy.
You can contact us at:
info@vs1.com.au