The Merton Monthly: August
At the Merton office, we are preparing for another significant month with exciting upcoming events ahead!
📣 We are thrilled to announce that Anthony Curtin, our Managing Partner, has been selected as a finalist for the 2024 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards for Managing Partner of the Year. Securing a place as a finalist is a remarkable achievement in the legal industry, signifying the unwavering determination and commitment of individuals, teams, and firms propelling the industry forward. Congratulations, Anthony, for your outstanding achievements once again and ongoing commitment to the firm.
NSW Going Global Programs Launch
Are you a NSW Tech or eHealth company targeting the US Market? We have two Going Global programs open for applications now that you should check out 📢
These free programs offer:
🧠 In-depth market insights & cultural training
🗣️ Go-to-market strategy & pitch coaching
💰 Guidance on business setup, raising capital & selling to enterprises
🤝 1:1 mentoring & introductions to potential partners/customers
🎟️ Bespoke SF Tech Week events (Tech Stream) or HLTH Conference Tix (eHealth)
These opportunities are a great fit for startups that:
💪 Have raised or are looking to raise A/B funding
🎯 Have identified U.S. targets or customers
🚀 Are committed to scaling in the U.S.
Applications close soon so don't miss out! Reach out to me directly if you have any questions on these programs, or the other exciting ones we have planned through to July 2025, to see which one might be right for you!
Pangea’s 2024 Team Send off, Celebration & Fundraising Dinner
Pangea Global Health Education continues to build on its vision and purpose of being a team of volunteer health care, education and other professionals dedicated to improving health outcomes globally.
As part of this, the Pangea team will take a group of doctors, nurses, students and supports to Malawi for a round of seminars and hands-on training for local doctors, nurses and specialists.
In support, Merton Lawyers' continued their support attending Pangea's Global Health Education team's send-off, celebration, and fundraising dinner at Stomping Ground.
CeMat Australia
Last week, members of our corporate team attended CeMat Australia, an intralogistics, material handling and supply chain management trade fair at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Whilst at CeMat, Merton Lawyers visited displays from valued clients, Kardex and had the opportunity to see some of the Kardex’s latest automated storage and material handling systems in action. The trade fair was also a fantastic to catch up with members of Kardex’s international team and hear more about current opportunities and challenges faced in the market.
Article: AI investors are Soul Searching
Article AFR: It was called the ‘next Canva’, so Canva bought it
📷: Financial Review
Canva has acquired Leonardo.AI, an AI design start-up, for over $120 million. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission may review the acquisition, as the government considers new merger laws to prevent big tech firms from buying start-ups. The purchase price exceeds Leonardo's previous $US80 million valuation.
Jerry Maguire - The Rewatchables
Live from YouTube, The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Van Lathan discuss Cameron Crowe's 1996 classic 'Jerry Maguire,' emphasizing the theme of "it's not show friends, it’s show business."
Welcome to the Noah Lyles Olympics
Upcoming*
Innovation Bay’s Venture Downunder
Merton Lawyers are excited for Innovation Bay’s Venture DownUnder in September 2024. The hallmark event for our Aurora community, on September 9-12. This unique gathering of minds will create one must-attend experience in one of the most extraordinary locations on Earth, Australia’s iconic #NorthernTerritory.
AmCham - Technology Lunch
Silicon Yarra: Boosting Victoria's Global Tech Status
Melbourne has experienced a dramatic growth in the startup sector over the past 10 years including the evolution of the "Silicon Yarra" precinct in Cremorne.
This burgeoning sector is a cornerstone for Victoria’s future economic landscape, forging connections between academic institutions, research bodies, entrepreneurs, financiers, and global markets.
How can Victorian startups grow to become successful ASX companies? What do venture capital funds look for when assessing startups for investment? And how do US tech companies rate the operating environment in Victoria?
Hear from AmCham’s stellar panel to gain deeper insights into startup success and strengthening Victoria’s innovation ecosystem
Merton Lawyers ASX and Invest Victoria - Annual Melbourne Drinks
Merton Lawyers, ASX and Invest Victoria are co-hosting networking drinks for founders, investors and related professionals. By invitation only.
Wednesday, August 14 - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Richmond, VIC
