Justin Lipman

Justin Lipman is a dedicated Venture Capital Partner at Equity Venture Partners (EVP), specializing in early-stage B2B software and marketplace businesses. He joined EVP in its nascent stages, leaving a career in investment banking to pursue his passion for working with founders solving real-world challenges. He believes in a hands-on approach, emphasizing preparedness, consistency, and long-term support for portfolio companies, often staying involved for years post-investment. com+2

With a robust background in finance, including experience in investment banking at Credit Suisse, transaction advisory services at EY, and an analyst role at Investec, Justin brings comprehensive expertise in capital markets, M&A, business valuations, and general corporate advisory to his venture capital role. This diverse financial foundation informs his strategic investment decisions and his ability to guide portfolio companies. com+1

Justin is an active and influential board member and advisor for numerous Australian startups, reflecting his deep engagement with the entrepreneurial ecosystem. His board roles include companies like Hnry, Explorate, Zipline.io, VendorPanel, Pendula, Foodbomb, Coassemble, Blend AI, Fresh Amplify, and Mutinex, along with advisory positions at Athletic Ventures and board observer roles at Shippit and Practifi. This extensive involvement demonstrates his commitment to nurturing and scaling high-growth technology companies. athletic+1