At a Glance
Artesian is one of Australia's leading venture capital firms, founded in 2003 by Jonathan Hamer and Rick Baker. The firm manages multiple funds across early-stage and growth-stage investments, focusing on technology companies in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. Artesian has built a reputation for identifying and nurturing high-growth technology companies, particularly in AI, fintech, enterprise software, and SaaS.
The firm operates with a hands-on investment approach, providing portfolio companies with strategic guidance, operational expertise, and access to extensive networks across the Asia-Pacific region. Artesian's investment strategy spans from seed through Series B rounds, with check sizes typically ranging from $500K to $10M. The firm has been particularly successful in backing companies that leverage technology to disrupt traditional industries.
Under the leadership of founding partners Jonathan Hamer and Rick Baker, Artesian has established itself as a cornerstone of the Australian venture ecosystem. The firm's notable exits and successful portfolio companies have helped establish Australia as a significant player in the global technology landscape.
“Invests in innovative Australian and APAC technology companies that are building products with global market potential and defensible competitive advantages.”
Artesian primarily invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B stages. This means they focus on companies that are building their initial product and finding product-market fit.
Artesian is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.
Artesian focuses on investments in AI, Fintech, Enterprise, SaaS, Cybersecurity. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.
Artesian's typical investment check size ranges from $500K to $10M. Actual amounts may vary based on the stage, sector, and specific opportunity.
Artesian manages approximately $800M in assets under management (AUM) across their funds.