Banking Reverse Pitch
Calling all fintechs to present your solution to specific challenges reverse-pitched by ANZ and Westpac
In partnership with 1835i, ANZ, Westpac, and Investment NSW, this initiative is a platform for local and global companies including fintechs and emerging techs including regtech, greentechs etc. to support the Australian banking and finance sector.
In this first edition, ANZ and Westpac will present their challenges to innovative companies at Australia’s first banking reverse-pitch night event on 21 February, 2024.
Startups and scaleups have the opportunity to present their solutions to the banks by 20 March, 2024.
Themes
Sustainability
Payments
Fraud & Scams
How it Works
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View the full list of problem statements from the banks here.
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Hear directly from the banks and have your queries answered. This is also your opportunity to connect and network.
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For any further clarifications, please contact us.
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Share more information about your organisation and solution here.
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Problem Statements
Helping customers transition away from Cheques (ANZ)
Helping customers reduce cybersecurity risks in International Payments (ANZ)
Supporting climate change adaption for businesses (ANZ)
Reducing fraud & scams for Australians (Westpac)
Supporting businesses to deliver a sustainable future (Westpac)
Helping homeowners to improve their home’s sustainability (Westpac)
Download the problem statements below
Reverse Pitch Event
Why should you pitch
A streamlined process - Clear visibility and insights into actual challenges for which the banks are seeking solutions.
A channel to apply - Your application will reach the right people in the organisation for review.
Collaboration - Foster partnerships that pave the way for collaborative ventures, promoting shared development and innovation in the market.
Networking - Connect directly with key representatives and decision makers at the banks.
Supporting Partners
FAQs
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ANZ and Westpac are keen to collaborate with the fintech sector by working with the industry to solve real-world issues faced today. The event showcases the vibrancy and collaborative nature of our fintech ecosystem, and provides an opportunity for global fintechs looking to get a foothold in Australia.
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21/02/2024— Banking Reverse Pitch Night
20/03/2024 — Deadline to submit your solutions
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The intent of the Banking Reverse Pitch is to ensure a broad selection of companies have the opportunity to submit solutions to the issued problem statements.
Candidate companies are encouraged to submit responses for one or more problem statements, even if the proposed solution only solves part of the problem.
Applying companies must have:
A valid Australian Business Number (ABN) or willingness to register an ABN if their company is selected.
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The event on the 21st of February is not compulsory but we recommend you to attend. The banks will directly pitch to the audience followed by Q&A and networking.
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Please go through the full application typeform and include all the relevant information that will help the banks understand your solution.
You may also reach out via the queries form if you would like to share more documents that is above the size limit.
The banks will reach out to you for additional DD checks before finalising. -
Once your submission is successful, the banks will reach out to you directly to finalise, discuss terms of service, remuneration and any other requirements to formalise the agreement.
There may also be a press announcement naming the company/companies selected by the banks.
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The bank will reach out to you for additional due diligence. Information such as technical specifications, IP specifications, competitor analysis, shareholder details etc. will be requested.