We've got a hunch that for the next generation of entrepreneurs, dumb money will not be enough. The barrier to entry for digital ventures is going to get exponentially lower thanks to AI. Therefore, to be successful, a new venture needs to ensure it has significant capability across the board if it wants to succeed.
Bright Young Things' mission is to increase the success rates for founders who want to create successful, purpose-led ventures that make the world a brighter place.
With experience across venture building, market research, branding, product design, technology, sales and marketing Bright Young Things has everything you need to go from 0, to 1.
Founder
With a knack for turning startups into scalable ventures, Ian brings expertise in start-up consulting, technology solution design, and investment. Ian's journey navigating the highs and lows of start-ups has ignited a passion for helping founders build healthy, scalable companies. With a wealth of industry experience, including successful exits, Ian is dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs towards the most efficient path to success.
Head of Design
Jon is a seasoned UX professional with a crystal ball-like intuition to anticipate and meet customers' needs through user-centric design. He has honed his skills in creating intuitive user experiences and designing scalable solutions through diverse roles in UX design, game design, and product design. Jon's unique blend of big-picture thinking and attention to detail helps turn users into loyal advocates, driving sustainable brand growth.
Marketing Lead
Passionate about building brands through powerful storytelling, Ashton is a seasoned marketing professional with deep expertise in brand and content strategy. Her work with industry leaders and disruptors alike has shaped her into a dynamic thinker with a knack for crafting compelling brand narratives that captivate and convert. Ashton's versatile marketing skill set makes her a go-to resource for startups aiming for exponential growth.
We're always looking for great people. Drop us a line if you want to have a chat about becoming a BYT'er.
Dominic Spooner
Founder & CEO, Valuta
A Venture Studio is a company that helps early stage founders launch and scale successful businesses by providing resources, guidance, and support throughout the startup journey in exchange for equity.
According to the Global Startup Studio Network (GSSN), a Venture Studio approach achieves better results (30% better to be exact) for founders and investors when compared to more traditional approaches to early stage investing.
That's up to you. We're very flexible and are happy to work through a win/win arrangement for all parties.
We have a close group of investors that we trust to give us early feedback on any ventures that we are considering working on. We're constantly growing this part of our network and if you'd like to get involved, then head over to the investor section.
