Innovation Bay

Angel network or syndicate
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Sydney

About

Innovation Bay is a Sydney-based founder and investor community whose angel groups, capped at 25 members each, review startups from pre-seed to Series A. Members invest directly rather than through a fund. Founders apply online, and the top three from each sector event are introduced to members each quarter.

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October 20, 2026

Stage focus

Sector focus

Sector agnostic

At a glance

Fund type
Angel network or syndicate
Headquarters
Sydney
Primary stage
Angel / Pre-Seed

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