Question 1

What does Brodie McCulloch do?

Accepted Answer

Brodie builds innovation infrastructure across the Asia-Pacific. He operates coworking spaces and robotics precincts (Spacecubed, CORE, AARP), invests through a $45M venture fund (Purpose Ventures) and his own accelerator (Plus Eight), and advises the Australian Federal Government on innovation policy as a board member of IISA.

Question 2

What is Brodie McCulloch's investment thesis?

Accepted Answer

Asymmetric returns from non-obvious markets with structural tailwinds. He invests Pre-Seed to Series B in purpose-driven technology companies through Purpose Ventures ($45M fund) and Plus Eight Accelerator ($4.3M deployed, $230M+ portfolio value).

Question 3

How do I book Brodie McCulloch for a keynote?

Accepted Answer

Email brodie@spacecubed.com with your event details, dates, and audience. Brodie speaks on innovation infrastructure, robotics precincts, APAC ecosystems, venture capital, and bridging policy and practice.

Question 4

What is the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct?

Accepted Answer

AARP is a 51-hectare robotics and autonomous vehicle testing facility north of Perth, operated by CORE Innovation Hub. It is one of the largest facilities of its kind globally.

Question 5

What is Industry Innovation and Science Australia?

Accepted Answer

IISA is a federal statutory board that advises the Australian Government on R&D tax incentives, venture capital programs, commercialisation policy, and national innovation priorities. Brodie was appointed to the board in March 2025.

I build the infrastructure for innovation to scale.

Three pillars.
They compound.

I build real things that work.

I allocate capital with conviction.

I shape the rules of the game.

Built, backed,
or advise.

Spacecubed

CORE Innovation Hub

Australian Automation & Robotics Precinct

Purpose Ventures

Plus Eight

Brevet Capital

Industry Innovation and Science Australia

Meshpoints

Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Western Australia

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