Build Your Startup From the Ground Up

A practical twelve-month program for Australians ready to launch their first business. We cover everything from validating ideas to securing early customers.

Start Your Journey

How the Program Actually Works

We break down the startup process into manageable phases. Most participants spend about 8–12 hours weekly on coursework and real-world application.

1

Foundation Phase

Months 1–3 focus on identifying viable opportunities in the Australian market. You'll learn customer research methods and test your assumptions early.

2

Build Phase

Months 4–7 cover product development fundamentals. We help you create a minimum viable version without overspending or overbuilding.

3

Launch Phase

Months 8–12 concentrate on go-to-market strategy. You'll develop pricing models, marketing channels, and feedback loops that support sustainable growth.

Startup founders collaborating on product strategy in modern workspace

Learn From People Who've Been There

Our instructors run businesses across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. They've dealt with Australian compliance, local funding options, and the specific challenges of building in this market. And they remember what it's like to be at the starting line.

Kieran Faulkner, startup finance and fundraising specialist

Kieran Faulkner

Finance & Fundraising

Kieran spent nine years helping early-stage companies navigate seed rounds and cash flow planning. He bootstrapped his first venture for three years before raising external capital.

Bronwyn Ashford, product development and customer discovery mentor

Bronwyn Ashford

Product & Discovery

Bronwyn has launched four SaaS products serving Australian SMEs. She teaches practical methods for validating demand before building anything expensive.

Siobhan Gallagher, marketing and customer acquisition strategist

Siobhan Gallagher

Marketing Strategy

Siobhan built her agency from scratch in 2018. She focuses on cost-effective channels and teaches founders how to acquire their first hundred customers without burning through savings.

What to Expect in 2026

Our next cohort starts in July 2026. Sessions run weekly with flexible scheduling for people balancing jobs or other commitments.

  • July – September 2026

    Foundation Quarter

    Core sessions cover business model fundamentals, competitive analysis techniques, and financial literacy basics. You'll conduct initial customer interviews and start mapping out your idea.

  • October – December 2026

    Build Quarter

    Technical workshops introduce no-code tools and lean development approaches. Legal and compliance modules help you understand Australian business structures and obligations.

  • January – March 2027

    Launch Quarter

    Focus shifts to marketing channels, pricing strategy, and early sales tactics. You'll create a launch plan and begin testing with real customers.

  • April – June 2027

    Growth Quarter

    Advanced topics include hiring your first team members, refining operations, and planning for scale. Alumni network access continues beyond program completion.