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The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem - Interview Series

Markus Kahlbetzer explores support opportunities for government and universities

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GuestMarkus KahlbetzerCEO and founder, BridgeLane Show HostAdam SpencerFounder & Managing Director, W2D1 Media Show HostWill TjoCo-founder, COO & CRO, W2D1 Media
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When you focus on trying to master something and be really good at it, then you have much greater chances of success.
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Markus Kahlbetzer is CEO and founder of BridgeLane, which labels itself an “alternative investment company” and aims to bring innovation to more traditional industries including agriculture and real estate. Markus also founded Tank Stream Labs, a technology focused coworking space and community hub in Sydney. In his conversation with guest host Will Tjo, Markus discusses how he has seen Australia’s startup ecosystem evolve and grow over the last 10+ years, as well as what he sees as opportunities for government and universities to support the startup ecosystem to a greater extent than they do currently.

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BridgeLane: bridgelane.com.au
Tank Stream Labs: tankstreamlabs.com
Markus on Twitter: twitter.com/mkahlbetzer

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