Trevor Folsom
Co-Founder and Chairman at Investible
Trevor Folsom is a prominent figure in the entrepreneurial and investment landscape, serving as the Co-Founder and Chairman of Investible, an early-stage investment group based in Sydney, Australia. With a mission to support entrepreneurs in building market-defining businesses, Trevor has established himself as one of Australia's most active angel investors, boasting a portfolio of over 140 investments across various industries and geographies. His early investments include successful companies like Canva and Ipsy.Trevor's commitment to the startup ecosystem extends beyond financial capital. Having co-founded, scaled, and sold a sales/data-tech business, he understands the pressures of running a high-growth company and the support founders need to succeed. He has developed a methodology that combines science with the art of early-stage investing, enabling him to identify and support founders capable of shaping the future.In addition to his role at Investible, Trevor has served as Chairman of Car Next Door, which was sold to Uber in 2022, and as a board member of Kip McGrath Education Centres. He is also the Entrepreneur in Residence at the University of New South Wales, where he provides strategic advice to early-stage startups.Trevor is deeply involved in philanthropic efforts, having supported numerous not-for-profit initiatives, including serving as Chairman of the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal. He is a firm believer in contributing time and support to the entrepreneurial community and has been involved in various local and national initiatives.Trevor Folsom's dedication to empowering entrepreneurs and his extensive experience in investment and business development make him a key player in the global startup ecosystem.
In their own words
From Trevor Folsom discusses the challenge of securing talent for Australian startups · The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem - Interview SeriesDon't think that until you raise capital you can make a business. In actual fact, turn it inside out.
Career
- Now Co-Founder and Chairman · Investible
- Until 2022 · Startup Chairman · Car Next Door
Sources: investible.com
Key moments
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- 0:28 Guest Host Introduction: Will Tjo
- 0:45 Trevor's Background and Current Work
- 1:11 Early Entrepreneurial Journey
- 2:03 Meeting Co-founder Creel Price
- 2:55 Starting Blueprint Management Group
- 3:09 The State of the Ecosystem in 1996
- 3:51 Reliance on Friends and Mentors
- 4:50 Post-Dotcom Bust Experiences
- 5:55 Evolution of the Australian Startup Ecosystem
- 7:21 Support Structures and Programs Available
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