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Ep2 - Unlocking Growth Without Dilution: Inside Advanced with Alex Knight

In this episode, Alex Knight, Founder and CEO of Advanced, shares his journey from accounting to building a startup designed to reshape the capital pathway for Australian founders. Alex reflects on the early moments that inspired Advanced, after witnessing firsthand how many founders struggle to access growth capital without sacrificing ownership. He explains how R&D funding can unlock meaningful value for businesses, and why Advanced positions itself as a long-term partner rather than just a lender. The conversation also explores the importance of distribution, resilience, and relationship-building in founder success, alongside Alex’s perspective on the growing role of AI in business innovation. Alex also opens up about balancing the demands of startup life with becoming a new father, offering a candid look at leadership, growth, and sustainability. In this episode, you’ll learn: ☑️How Alex transitioned from accounting to startup founder ☑️Why R&D funding can be a powerful, non-dilutive growth lever ☑️What it means to be a true partner to founders, not just a capital provider ☑️Why distribution and resilience are critical for long-term success ☑️How AI is shaping the future of business operations ☑️Advanced’s mission to support diverse founders and scale its impact Follow and connect: Website: https://getadvanced.com.au/ LinkedIn:   / advanced-funding   Follow Advanced and Alex Knight for more insights on funding, innovation, and building sustainable Australian startups.