BEHIND STARTMATE

Meet the team

Meet the dreamers, doers and disruptors driving Startmate’s mission to supercharge Australia and New Zealand’s startup ecosystem

CEO
Michael batko
“A good strategy is sequencing events to build strength along the way.”

Bunch of mates

MATESHIP
VIBES
AMBITION

We’re a team of innovators, dreamers and doers, all committed to empowering ambitious founders. With a mix of seasoned entrepreneurs and fresh thinkers, we thrive on collaboration and creativity.

Our mission? To help founder and investors navigate the startup landscape with confidence and flair. We believe that every great idea deserves a chance to shine, and we’re here to roll up our sleeves and make it happen.