ABOUT CHAD
I know what it feels like to not know what you're doing.
When I started my first company in 2006, I had no playbook. No mentor. No idea whether we were making the right calls. We figured it out, but not without a lot of hard lessons I wish someone had helped me skip.
Three startups and three exits later, I work with early-stage founders so they don't have to figure it out the hard way. I'm not here to impress you with what I've built. I'm here because I remember exactly what it felt like to be where you are.
What I actually understand, from experience
I've been a first-time founder, a repeat founder, a co-founder, and now an investor. That means I can meet you wherever you are.
The fear of getting it wrong
Every big decision feels existential early on. I've made the mistakes so I can help you avoid them.
Pitching to investors
What investors actually want to hear, and why most decks miss the mark before the first slide.
Co-founder dynamics
I've built all three companies with partners. The relationship is everything… and it's rarely talked about.
Scaling without breaking
From 0 to exit, I've navigated growth, hiring, culture, and the operational chaos in between.
The journey
Three companies, three exits. Here's the short version, the long version is better told over a call.
2006
Co-founded 1Form
Built an online rental application platform with my best friend. Grew to 3M+ tenants and 95% of the Australian real estate market.
Exited to REA Group, 2014
2014
Co-founded Fillr
A SaaS autofill platform integrated into major global FinTech and eCommerce apps including Klarna, Afterpay, and Zip.
Exited to Rakuten Inc., 2020
2022
Co-founded Inhouse Ventures
A marketplace connecting founders with capital and growth opportunities. Grew to 12,000+ founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders.
Exited to Scalare Partners, 2025
Now
Kenobe Ventures
Active angel investor, startup advisor, and fractional Co-founder, working directly with pre-seed and seed stage founders who want honest, hands-on support.
“I had the opportunity to work with Chad across two mentoring sessions to discuss my startup ideas, and the experience was incredibly valuable.
Chad provided practical and actionable guidance on how to refine and pitch my business concept, approach venture capital investors, and identify the right types of VCs to engage with.
He generously shared insights from his own startup journey, including lessons learned, fundraising strategies, and real-world experiences that helped me think more strategically about my business.
Chad’s advice was clear, honest, and tailored to my situation, leaving me with greater confidence and a concrete roadmap for my next steps.
I would highly recommend Chad to any founder looking for guidance on startups, fundraising, and growth.”
Sound like the kind of support you need?
I work with a small number of founders at a time so I can actually show up. If you're early-stage and want a straight-talking advisor in your corner, let's talk.