Our Team
At DCC Ventures, our strength lies in the calibre and diversity of our team. Our hands-on approach is rooted in building companies to ensure they thrive in a competitive ecosystem and leveraging our relationships to assist them throughout their journey.
With a strong track record in technology commercialisation, government funding, strategic consulting, intellectual property and corporate innovation, we combine commercialisation experience with access to a global network of technical advisors and industry specialists.
Paul Whybird
Head of DCC Ventures
Paul Whybird brings more than 25 years of transformative experience in global business with a specialised focus on Technology Commercialisation.
With an extensive background spanning international business, manufacturing, technology, supply chain, and marketing, Paul is known for leading solution-driven, market-facing teams. Paul expertise help him to secure long-term deals and partnerships with multi-national clients, contributing to shareholder and customer value.
At DCC Ventures, he champions a hands-on approach, crafting clear Technology Commercialisation strategies, fostering high-performance teams, and navigating successful turnarounds. Paul is also a seasoned sailor, having conquered the challenges of the last ten Sydney to Hobart yacht races.
Emily Jeffrey
Grants and Incentives Specialist
Emily brings 13 years of experience in government grants and incentives advisory, having worked with two of the big four accounting and professional service firms in the world. During her career, Emily has worked with a range of clients from start-ups and family businesses, non-profits to top tier corporates as well as inward investors, helping them to navigate the government grants and incentives landscape.
Prior to consulting, Emily worked in the Federal Public Service in Canberra for the Department of Industry, Innovation, Science and Research and the Department of Defence. She also spent time in the office of the Cabinet Minister for Industry and Innovation. She has a deep understanding of government policy making, particularly in the industry space.
At DCC Ventures, Emily uses her in-depth knowledge and passion for helping businesses grow to guide clients through the process of finding and applying for grants and incentives in an exceedingly competitive market.
Along with access to DCC’s established team of Intellectual Property Attorneys and Lawyers, we also have experts ready to assist with your Intellectual Asset Strategies, Policies and Valuations.
Jane Perrier
Executive Consultant, DCC
Jack Shan
Principal Patent Attorney, DCC Chartered Financial Analyst
