$100K Investment Prize Opportunity for 2025 ATC Applications

When we said we were stepping things up in this year's comp, we meant it.

One outstanding Australian Technologies Competition (ATC) entrant for 2025 will receive $100,000 in cash and support services from Scalare Partners as an investment to help scale their business.

This prize includes at least $50K in cash plus $50K worth of expert guidance, resources, and access to Scalare’s influential investor and founder network.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to accelerate your startup with funding and expert backing – enter before May 11.

Apply now

Investment Prize Details & Criteria

What is the commitment from Scalare Partners?

Scalare Partners has committed to make an investment of $100k into the business of one of the ATC entrants following the completion of the competition. The investment will consist of cash and support services and is designed to give you the incredible benefits of having Scalare and its supportive community of founders, investors, and advisors alongside you to help take your business to the next level.

The investment terms will be agreed upon between the founder and Scalare and will be subject to due diligence and industry-standard investment paperwork requirements. The minimum cash component of the investment will be $50k plus $50k in support services, and we would expect to close the investment within 60 days of the ATC finishing. If the founder is unable to agree on terms with Scalare, they are not obligated to take any investment from Scalare.

What is the criteria to choose the participant to get the investment opportunity with Scalare?

Scalare Partners Pty Ltd makes investment decisions based on the following:

• The business having validated the problem it is addressing

• The business offering unique value and the ability to demonstrate how its product/solution is differentiated to others in the market

• The business having a clear product and technology roadmap and understanding of what is needed to scale

• The product/solution being defensible

• The Founder and team having relevant experience

• The business demonstrating strong momentum and traction

Who is eligible?

Entrants who apply to be eligible for the investment opportunity when entering the 2025 ATC and who attend the Growth Masterclass and Networking Program in Sydney (June 2025) will qualify for the investment opportunity. Scalare Partners will choose one participant based on their normal investment criteria, which for the avoidance of doubt, is separate and different to the selection process for the winners of the ATC.

The ATC aims to strengthen the startup ecosystem with the $100K investment whilst also equipping applicants with expert mentorship, strategic business advice, and direct access to the wider investor community through the competition.

So, if you have a groundbreaking tech solution – or know a business with great potential – apply now. Entries close May 11.

Enter now – it's free to apply