On paper, we’re finance people. But at heart, we’re people people. That means we love seeing people pursue their passions and kick groundbreaking goals. It means our story is all about powering the hopes, plans and dreams of Aussie innovators who share our passion for doing things differently to make a positive impact.

And it means that while our clients are creating technology to change industries and lives, we’re using our experience in finance, venture and startups to fuel their vision. We’re making capital smart, accessible and flexible, like R&D loans, to keep money coming in so you can keep innovation flowing out.

Alex is an accountant by trade, founder by nature with a track record of backing successful startups. With a background in venture, investment and finance, Alex has analysed hundreds of startup balance sheets and helped deploy millions in funding.

But after watching capital hold innovative companies back, he built Advanced to deliver fast flexible capital. No fluff or red tape – just tailored funding that helps innovators scale without the baggage of traditional finance. Because he knows building a business is hard, but raising capital is harder.