Giant Leap is Australia's first venture capital fund dedicated entirely to investing in startups that create positive social and environmental impact. The fund focuses on mission-driven founders addressing urgent global challenges in areas such as climate, health, and social equity. Giant Leap invests in companies that leverage technology and innovation to drive transformational change. Their portfolio includes businesses involved in clean-tech, mental health, education, and sustainable living, among others. The fund emphasizes diversity, with a significant portion of their portfolio companies being women-led. Giant Leap seeks startups with a compelling value proposition, measurable impact, and a large market opportunity.
Team
Rachel Yang
Partner
Rachel Yang is a Partner at Giant Leap, Australia's first 100% impact venture capital fund, where she invests in founders addressing pressing global challenges in climate, health, empowerment, and education. With a background in management consulting and corporate finance, Rachel has also co-founded a non-profit organization for Motor Neurone Disease awareness. She serves on the Advisory Board for the Victorian Government’s Equity Investment Attraction Fund and was formerly the Chair of the Startup Network. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Arts from the University of Melbourne and a GAICD from the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She is based in the Greater Melbourne Area, Australia.
