In this episode of Startup Climb, we talk to Hans, Founder, and CEO, FAB9. FAB9 is a Makerspace based in Melbourne. They provide tools, technology, and training for anyone interested in making. Join us as we discussed starting a business in Australia, the impact of COVID on the Makerspace business and more.

You can find out more about FAB9 here:

https://www.fab9.com.au/

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Timestamps:

0:43 Introduction to FAB9

3:30 Capacity at FAB9

4:45 How big is your team at the moment?

6:10 What are the qualities that you look for in your core team?

8:05 How did you get the idea of starting a Makerspace?

9:31 How did you choose a location?

12:40 The cost of doing business in Australia?

14:33 Is the start-up self-funded?

15:52 How did you choose to allocate your resources?

17:20 Was it difficult to do marketing for FAB9?

19:05 The start-up landscape in Melbourne?

22:18 How will a startup grow in Australia?

25:42 Has it been difficult to pivot due to COVID?

35:52 New product offering for FAB9?

37:02 Do you see yourself expanding to other cities in Australia?

39:31 Is it difficult to expand beyond Melbourne?

45:00 What is one advice that you will give to your past self?

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