Acorn Capital Limited is a privately owned investment manager based in Melbourne, Australia, established in 1998. The firm specializes in managing investments for high net worth individuals and institutional investors, focusing on the public and private equity markets in Australia. Acorn Capital primarily targets microcap companies, employing a research-driven investment process that utilizes quantitative, qualitative, and fundamental analysis to identify opportunities. The firm invests in both primary and secondary equity placements across various stages of development, capitalizing on inefficiencies in the microcap sector, where information and liquidity are often limited. Through its in-house research, Acorn Capital aims to build a diversified portfolio that seeks to deliver strong returns for its clients while avoiding investments in the real estate sector.
Investment Director and Portfolio Manager, Financials and Industrials
Norman Pao
Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer
Reece Puklowski
Dealer and Portfolio Analyst
Robert Routley
CEO and Head of Private Markets
Andrew Burt
Investment Director
22 past transactions
Conflux Technology
Series B in 2024
Conflux Technology focuses on advanced heat exchanger solutions utilizing metal additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing. The company specializes in developing end-to-end additive manufacturing technology aimed at optimizing heat exchange and fluid flow applications. By leveraging this innovative approach, Conflux Technology helps clients reduce inventory, enhance efficiency, and simplify manufacturing processes. Their services encompass a comprehensive management strategy, including benchmarking existing installations, design, simulation, optimization, and production testing. This holistic approach enables clients to achieve high-quality outcomes in their projects.
Rich Data Corporation
Series B in 2024
RDC is driven by its purpose to increase global access to inclusive, fair, and sustainable credit. Passionate about AI, RDC are continuously developing new techniques, and enhancing their Decisioning as a Service (DaaS) platform to leverage traditional and alternate data to make better credit decisions across the lending lifecycle. RDC’s philosophy is to build the supporting lenders to transform the origination and management of credit. RDC DaaS has been leveraged by leading lenders in different markets.
Liquid Instruments
Venture Round in 2024
Liquid Instruments specializes in developing advanced test and measurement devices tailored for the manufacturing, defense, and education sectors. The company's flagship product, Moku:Lab, is an all-in-one device that integrates high-speed analog inputs and outputs with the signal processing capabilities of an FPGA. This innovative platform allows for software configuration, providing users with the flexibility needed to enhance their workflow and productivity. By addressing the diverse requirements of its clients, Liquid Instruments aims to improve precision in testing and measurement while facilitating advanced digital signal processing across various applications.
Genero
Funding Round in 2024
Genero Media Pty Ltd operates a cloud-based software platform designed to connect brands and agencies with a global network of creative professionals to facilitate video content creation and production. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in St Kilda, Australia, Genero offers a streamlined end-to-end workflow that enhances the efficiency of the video production process, replacing outdated manual methods. The platform supports clients throughout the entire production journey, from initial brief and creative ideation to final production and storage. By leveraging access to a vast pool of creative talent, Genero enables organizations to improve their content creation capabilities while ensuring high standards of speed, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
ImmVirx
Series B in 2023
ImmVirX hopes to advance a new generation of cancer treatments,By developing a novel oncolytic immunotherapy that targets cancer indications with high unmet need
CurveBeam AI
Venture Round in 2023
CurveBeam AI develops, manufactures, operates, and sells artificial intelligence tools for bone analysis.
me&u
Series C in 2022
Me&u is a technology company that focuses on the hospitality sector by providing an online ordering and payment application. This platform allows customers to order meals and pay through their mobile phones, streamlining the dining experience by eliminating the need for traditional interactions with waitstaff. Utilizing beacon and near-field communication technology, Me&u facilitates a more efficient process for placing orders and settling bills, catering to the evolving preferences of consumers for digital payment solutions. The company also offers tools for point of sale, marketing, and operational needs, enhancing the overall functionality for hospitality businesses.
Liquid Instruments
Series B in 2022
Liquid Instruments specializes in developing advanced test and measurement devices tailored for the manufacturing, defense, and education sectors. The company's flagship product, Moku:Lab, is an all-in-one device that integrates high-speed analog inputs and outputs with the signal processing capabilities of an FPGA. This innovative platform allows for software configuration, providing users with the flexibility needed to enhance their workflow and productivity. By addressing the diverse requirements of its clients, Liquid Instruments aims to improve precision in testing and measurement while facilitating advanced digital signal processing across various applications.
mx51
Series B in 2022
mx51 is a Sydney-based company founded in 2016 by Magnus Hsu that specializes in payment solutions for businesses. The company provides a payments as a service platform, utilizing bank-grade technology to enhance merchant experiences. By partnering with acquirers and payment providers, mx51 facilitates seamless connections between point-of-sale systems and electronic funds transfers, thereby improving the speed and ease of financial transactions. Its scalable cloud-based technology aims to support businesses in navigating the complexities of the global market, enabling them to thrive in an ever-evolving commerce landscape.
Marketplacer
Venture Round in 2021
Marketplacer Pty Ltd is an Australian company established in 2012, specializing in online marketplace software designed to facilitate the creation of marketplaces for products, services, events, and bookings. Based in South Melbourne, Marketplacer's platform streamlines various functions, including seller management, order management, advertising management, returns, categorization, and logistics. It supports businesses in expanding their product and category offerings rapidly while providing valuable data insights to enhance customer experiences. The scalable nature of the platform allows it to serve a diverse range of marketplaces across the United States, Europe, and Australasia, enabling businesses to efficiently manage dropshipping, returns, and fulfillment across multiple storefronts. Marketplacer aims to simplify marketplace creation, allowing users to concentrate on community engagement and growth.
Elenium Automation
Venture Round in 2021
Elenium Automation Pty Ltd specializes in developing and supplying self-service and automation technologies tailored for the airline and airport sectors. The company offers a range of products, including portable kiosks, baggage tagging stations, retrofit bag drop systems utilizing camera technology for tag reading, and self-boarding gates equipped with facial or iris detection systems. Additionally, Elenium provides portable devices that enhance mobility in airports and offsite locations like hotels and train stations. To further support its clients, the company delivers a comprehensive self-service software stack for airports and airlines, alongside various technology services such as project management, 24/7 support and monitoring, field services, consulting, and custom software development. Established in 2009, Elenium Automation is headquartered in Tullamarine, Australia, with an additional office located in Chennai, India.
Conflux Technology
Series A in 2021
Conflux Technology focuses on advanced heat exchanger solutions utilizing metal additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing. The company specializes in developing end-to-end additive manufacturing technology aimed at optimizing heat exchange and fluid flow applications. By leveraging this innovative approach, Conflux Technology helps clients reduce inventory, enhance efficiency, and simplify manufacturing processes. Their services encompass a comprehensive management strategy, including benchmarking existing installations, design, simulation, optimization, and production testing. This holistic approach enables clients to achieve high-quality outcomes in their projects.
mx51
Series A in 2021
mx51 is a Sydney-based company founded in 2016 by Magnus Hsu that specializes in payment solutions for businesses. The company provides a payments as a service platform, utilizing bank-grade technology to enhance merchant experiences. By partnering with acquirers and payment providers, mx51 facilitates seamless connections between point-of-sale systems and electronic funds transfers, thereby improving the speed and ease of financial transactions. Its scalable cloud-based technology aims to support businesses in navigating the complexities of the global market, enabling them to thrive in an ever-evolving commerce landscape.
ImmVirx
Series A in 2021
ImmVirX hopes to advance a new generation of cancer treatments,By developing a novel oncolytic immunotherapy that targets cancer indications with high unmet need
Marketplacer
Venture Round in 2020
Marketplacer Pty Ltd is an Australian company established in 2012, specializing in online marketplace software designed to facilitate the creation of marketplaces for products, services, events, and bookings. Based in South Melbourne, Marketplacer's platform streamlines various functions, including seller management, order management, advertising management, returns, categorization, and logistics. It supports businesses in expanding their product and category offerings rapidly while providing valuable data insights to enhance customer experiences. The scalable nature of the platform allows it to serve a diverse range of marketplaces across the United States, Europe, and Australasia, enabling businesses to efficiently manage dropshipping, returns, and fulfillment across multiple storefronts. Marketplacer aims to simplify marketplace creation, allowing users to concentrate on community engagement and growth.
Flare
Series C in 2020
Flare provides free workplace solutions to businesses that want to level up their workplace wellness and employee experience programs. It is a financial services startup offering market-leading digital workplace software, including onboarding, benefits and employee engagement solutions, and financial products designed to help live their financial lives.
Splend
Convertible Note in 2020
Splend Pty Ltd is a car rental company based in Sydney, Australia, that provides vehicles specifically for on-demand rideshare and delivery services, including Uber and UberEATS. Founded in 2015, Splend addresses the needs of individuals who may not have access to suitable vehicles for driving gigs. The company offers flexible rental and rent-to-own options, catering to a diverse clientele, including students, retirees, and single parents. In addition to vehicle access, Splend provides training, support, and data analytics to help drivers optimize their earnings and improve safety. By fostering a community among drivers, Splend aims to create a sustainable and rewarding environment for those seeking to earn an income through driving. Its services empower individuals to achieve their goals, whether that means becoming their own boss or owning a new car.
Moula
Series D in 2019
Moula is a loan service company based in Australia that specializes in providing financing solutions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to facilitate their growth. Utilizing a proprietary lending platform, Moula makes data-driven lending decisions by analyzing a business's banking and accounting data. The application process is streamlined, taking only 10 minutes, with approvals typically granted within 24 hours. The company combines advanced algorithms with human interaction to understand and meet the unique needs of each business. Moula emphasizes transparency in its pricing and maintains responsible lending practices. Its customer-centric approach has earned it a top ranking in the Non-Bank Finance category on Trustpilot. By offering flexible financing options, including interest-free periods, Moula aims to simplify the borrowing process for SMEs, helping them to enhance production and quality.
Marketplacer
Venture Round in 2019
Marketplacer Pty Ltd is an Australian company established in 2012, specializing in online marketplace software designed to facilitate the creation of marketplaces for products, services, events, and bookings. Based in South Melbourne, Marketplacer's platform streamlines various functions, including seller management, order management, advertising management, returns, categorization, and logistics. It supports businesses in expanding their product and category offerings rapidly while providing valuable data insights to enhance customer experiences. The scalable nature of the platform allows it to serve a diverse range of marketplaces across the United States, Europe, and Australasia, enabling businesses to efficiently manage dropshipping, returns, and fulfillment across multiple storefronts. Marketplacer aims to simplify marketplace creation, allowing users to concentrate on community engagement and growth.
Elenium Automation
Series A in 2019
Elenium Automation Pty Ltd specializes in developing and supplying self-service and automation technologies tailored for the airline and airport sectors. The company offers a range of products, including portable kiosks, baggage tagging stations, retrofit bag drop systems utilizing camera technology for tag reading, and self-boarding gates equipped with facial or iris detection systems. Additionally, Elenium provides portable devices that enhance mobility in airports and offsite locations like hotels and train stations. To further support its clients, the company delivers a comprehensive self-service software stack for airports and airlines, alongside various technology services such as project management, 24/7 support and monitoring, field services, consulting, and custom software development. Established in 2009, Elenium Automation is headquartered in Tullamarine, Australia, with an additional office located in Chennai, India.
Flare
Series B in 2018
Flare provides free workplace solutions to businesses that want to level up their workplace wellness and employee experience programs. It is a financial services startup offering market-leading digital workplace software, including onboarding, benefits and employee engagement solutions, and financial products designed to help live their financial lives.
Redbubble
Venture Round in 2015
Redbubble is an online art community and marketplace that features stationery, apparel, wall art, cases and skins, housewares, and bags made by artists worldwide. It also operates a blog with creative production tips tutorials, interviews, and more. Redbubble was launched by Martin Hosking, Peter Styles, and Paul Vanzella in 2006 and its operations are based in Melbourne, Australia.
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