Mavenlink sets up APAC HQ in Melbourne

Another US company has chosen to set up its headquarters in Melbourne.

Mavenlink has chosen to invest in Victoria for its Asia–Pacific HQ because it believes the state provides the right support to accelerate growth in the region.

The company’s presence will create 30 new jobs by 2020.

“It’s great to see Mavenlink join the abundance of US tech companies choosing to base themselves right here in Australia’s technology and innovation capital,” said Acting Minister for Trade and Investment Luke Donnellan.

“By bringing the best tech companies from around the world here, we’re supporting the industries that will drive our future economy and creating jobs for Victorians.”

Mavenlink, which specialises in cloud-based project management software, has been ranked as one of North America’s fastest growing tech companies by Deloitte — having grown by 1446% over a three-year period.

The company now has clients from over 100 countries using its software, and recently opened its European headquarters in London as well as expanding its operations in the US.

The Victorian Government is investing in the state’s tech sector to make Victoria the number one destination for tech investment in the Asia–Pacific region.

“We’re excited to launch our Asia–Pacific headquarters in Melbourne, which attracted us with its expanding and vibrant technology sector, skilled workforce and supportive state government,” said Mavenlink’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer Ray Grainger.

“It’s pleasing to have the support of the Victorian Government behind us and this expansion will enable us to reinforce our rapidly growing Asia–Pacific client base, and accelerate growth in the region.”

Technologies such as Mavenlink’s software will promote innovation, which is crucial to the future growth of the sector and the jobs the sector supports. Since November 2014 more than 3100 new tech jobs have been created across Victoria from direct investment alone.

As the world’s most livable city, Melbourne offers companies a great lifestyle for their staff and families, as well as boasting a deep digital tech and professional services talent pool.

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