Founders Breakfast by MatchBox
Founder Breakfast – Sydney Edition
Topic: How to find top talent
When I was in New York City recently, I was absolutely blown away by the intimacy and quality of the founder scene there. Real operators and early-stage founders, pre-seed, seed, VC-backed or gearing up for their next round, all in the same room, sharing what it’s really like to build.
Networking can often feel like a waste of time, but when you’re in the right room, it’s different. The conversations are sharper, the energy is high, and the connections can open doors you didn’t even know existed.
That’s the energy we want to bring back to Sydney.
So, you’re invited to a curated complimentary breakfast for 25 early-stage founders put together by Matchbox focused on discussing topic of 'how to find exceptional talent.'
We bring together a select group from the venture community for an intimate morning of conversation, collaboration, and connection. Think of it as a chance to step away from the grind for a hot minute, swap stories, and meet peers who get it.
What to Expect
A room of Pre-seed to Series A founders tackling the same scaling challenges you are
Fireside chat with Steve Hind (CEO Lorikeet) and Nonny Bell (Early Stage Investor Partnerships APAC @ Stripe)
Honest, intimate conversations on hiring in the early days; what works, what doesn’t, and practical tips for attracting top talent.
Just good people, good food, and good energy
☕ And yes, a full breakfast is on us.
👉 Apply to attend via the RSVP form.
Details
📅 Date: Thursday, October 2nd 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00am – 10:00am
🍽️ Venue: Private location in Sydney CBD (shared upon confirmation)
Why Join?
This is our first Sydney breakfast, with only 25 seats available. We’re curating a group of VC-backed founders (Pre-Seed to Series A) to ensure everyone in the room is navigating similar stages of building their business.
The goal is simple: to spark meaningful conversations, share real experiences, and build connections that last well beyond the morning.