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Private capital key to driving SME growth, with Mark Stevens

Published: May 2, 2024, 7:50 a.m.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Liam Garman is joined by Mark Stevens to discuss the recently launched Periscope Capital Partners, and how the $1 billion fund will drive growth in local defence technology and innovation.

  • The pair begin by unpacking how access to private capital will foster growth in Australia\u2019s sovereign defence industry, supporting supply chain resilience and delivering local economic growth.
  • Stevens then explains how the veteran-led team is personally motivated to ensure that the Australian Defence Force can leverage world-leading defence technology, detailing how Australia\u2019s defence SMEs can access private capital to grow their businesses.
  • They wrap-up the podcast examining how private capital can deliver much needed funds to defence SMEs amid Commonwealth funding uncertainty.

Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect team