Our Explorer program exists to cultivate the next generation of angel investors in Australia and New Zealand. We want to bring wider diversity and inclusion to an old-school industry and supercharge the support for brilliant founders from the earliest stages of their journey. 

Through the program, Explorers get access to world-class insights and education on the 101 of angel investing, the best angel network in the region, a sneak peek into our internal Investment Committee meetings, and funds to invest. 

Our goal: By the end of the program, you’re a deep, critical thinker on early-stage startups and have the confidence to find and invest in your own deals.

Program overview

This is a choose-your-own adventure style program with a minimum time commitment of 1.5 hours per week, all the way to as many hours as you can spare–it’s entirely up to you.

Sessions for the current cohort will be held Fridays between 15 August to 3 October 2025, from 12:00pm - 1:30pm (AEST).

What to expect:

• World-class insights and education delivered weekly via online workshops with Airtree Partners, Investment Managers and other industry experts.
• Community catchups with your fellow Explorers to discuss content and potential investments, along with Airtree-hosted events to connect with the team and wider Explorer network.
• In-person learning sessions* hosted by a member of the Airtree investment team.
• Access to the Explorers angel investment syndicate, with opportunities to invest alongside Airtree's funds.
• Participation in a growing community of 480+ Explorers all around Australia and New Zealand.
• Explorers in the wild get out and attend local events and pitch nights to meet new founders and network within the startup ecosystem.