Joan Westenberg is a writer, investor, philosopher and founder who has been published by numerous publications. Through @Westenberg on X, she covers tech, economics and humans. As a creator, she helps technology companies market their platforms and tell better stories. Westenberg founded Idle Ventures, a portfolio company, studio and fund.
The misguided approach of funding millions into startup hubs while ignoring our schools is failing our children and future innovators, writes Joan Westenberg.
The Australian VC scene is caught in a paradox of its own making. On the one hand, it desperately wants to be seen as forward-thinking, innovative, and a worthy player on the global stage. On the other hand, it seems unable — or unwilling — to break free from the comfortable patterns of the past.
