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ABOUT US
Grand Prix Capital (GPC) is a Family Office based in Sydney. We have a diversified portfolio of investments and a philanthropic foundation.
The GPC name and logo point to our mission - to make the organisations we deal with winners in an environment where speed of execution is often of tantamount importance.
To GPC finding the right "driver" is just as important as the business model - we deal only with ventures to which we can "add value". Given the right driver and the right organisation our role is to hop on board as a mentor and navigator for the race. We not only put fuel in the tank but bring in the pit crew and the array of connections and services needed by any rapid growth organisation.
WHAT WE DO
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Investment
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Early stage companies (pre 'Series A")
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Venture Debt and Growth Capital
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Alternative Assets - direct and Funds
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Listed Equities - Direct and Funds
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Emerging and Frontier markets
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Advisory and Consulting
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Financial Modelling
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Due Diligence support
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Finance team Support and Mentoring
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Fractional CFO Services
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Non-executive directorships
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Philanthropy
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Support disadvantaged communities
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Provide strategic advice
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Collaborate with other organisations and funders
WHO WE ARE
Founder and Chair
Les Szekely
Les is the founder and chair of GPC and a director of the Szekely Family Foundation. After >25 years as one of Australia’s foremost tax consultants, Les started angel investing in 2000. In 2014, Les co-founded the VC fund manager Equity Venture Partners (EVP). A savvy and driven investor, Les is not afraid to take risks, buck trends and back “the individual”. Les sits on several boards and was the first angel investor in Siteminder, Microequities and Compareclub. Les's mission is to help founders succeed.
Head of Foundation
Rachel Szekely
Rachel is the Foundation CEO, leading strategy, due diligence and the identification of grass roots NGO’s around the globe. Combining over 12 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer and a Masters of Development Studies, Rachel is focused on making a difference. Rachel has volunteered and worked in the non-profit industry both locally and internationally and currently sits on the board of Mum For Mum.
Head of Investments & Family Office
Brent Lyster
A CFO with experience working with senior management teams to develop, implement and continuously improve financial strategies. For close to two decades Brent has worked in various finance and managerial positions including as CFO of PEP backed Intellihub until its sale in 2022. Today he is responsible for investment strategy, capital allocation and consulting services.
CONTACT US
Investments and Consulting
brent@grandprixcapital.com.au
+61 428 033 390
Foundation
rachel@grandprixcapital.com.au
+61 405 596 520