In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the Australian SaaS market with Alex Wilson, author of a new paper for SaaS companies looking to expand into Australia. Alex shares his journey from London to Australia, highlighting the unique "barbell effect" of the Australian market, where 95% of companies are SMBs, while a small oligopoly of 5,000-6,000 enterprises drive 60% of SaaS revenue.
Learn about different sales motions for market entry, the importance of localization (especially regarding data sovereignty ), and why Australia is often a more accessible entry point into APAC compared to other regions. Discover the critical need for long-term commitment and local expertise , as Australia is a highly relationship-driven market where burning bridges can be detrimental.
Whether you're an international SaaS leader eyeing APAC or an Australian startup, this episode provides invaluable intelligence to define your go-to-market strategy.
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Connect with James
➡︎ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbergl/
Connect with Alex
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Host & Guest
➡︎ James Bergl (The Gentle Giant)
➡︎ Alex Wilson
Videographers/Editors: Romain Pondard/Klippable
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