We have created a framework to support purpose-based businesses to grow and thrive.
Maryanne Katsidis Founder MAK Venture Capital
Maryanne Katsidis is a transformational strategist with over 30 years of experience helping organisations and leaders unlock their full potential. With a career spanning telecommunications, non-profits, education, and entrepreneurship, Maryanne combines strategic expertise with a future-focused perspective, enabling businesses to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.
In the world of venture capital, Maryanne’s approach is tailored to support founders, CEOs, and leadership teams in scaling their vision. She specialises in aligning strategy with purpose, fostering resilient company cultures, and driving innovation that positions businesses for long-term success. Her unique blend of business acumen and holistic insight ensures a balanced approach to growth—delivering both sustainable outcomes and inspired leadership.
Maryanne has a proven track record of guiding teams through pivotal growth phases, helping them navigate challenges with clarity and confidence. Her expertise spans leadership development, organisational alignment, and cultural transformation—key elements for companies seeking to make a meaningful impact in competitive markets.
Dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders, Maryanne’s mission is to cultivate businesses that are not only profitable but also values-driven and future-ready. She is passionate about working with venture-backed enterprises to build dynamic, high-impact organisations that thrive at the intersection of innovation, purpose, and profitability.
WHEN YOU SUCCEED, WE SUCCEED.
Solutions To Help Your Business
STRATEGY & MENTORING
Together you we will identify new opportunities, ideas and innovative solutions for your business.
PRODUCT DISCOVERY
This process reveals the exact problems your prospective customer is facing and how to resolve them.
RESEARCH
Providing you with detailed information to maximise the sales and profit of the business.
BRANDING & POSITIONING
You will have a clear understanding of your customer so your brand is seen as credible, trustworthy and inspired.
WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT
Cultivating a professional web presence in order to strengthen your brand.
SALES AND MARKETING
Sales and marketing alignment so your business is set up for the best possible performance.
DATA ANALYTICS
Software to capture the right information so you can make more agile business decisions.
BESPOKE TRAINING & WORKSHOPS
Tailor-made training to fit your needs without compromising quality or content.
Do You Have a purposeful idea & ready to ignite your vision?