Hatch sat down with Ollie, Revenue and Partnerships Manager at Fishburners to learn more about his story and why he uses Hatch to find work!
What is your role at Fishburners?
Ollie: I work for Fishburners, Australia’s largest community of start-ups as the Revenue and Partnerships Manager. My role involves building relationships and growing Fishburners’ portfolio of ecosystem partners to drive revenue for our business model. I wouldn’t have attained this role without Hatch.
What has your career journey looked like so far?
Ollie: Originally, I was set on becoming a human rights lawyer, aiming to do something I considered truly noble. However, as I grew older, my hearing deteriorated quite significantly. I quite clearly remember back in high school, feeling utterly lost when teachers asked me questions. It wasn't until I received a cochlear implant that I experienced a real turning point; it was life-changing in my everyday interactions.
That's when I truly appreciated the incredible impact of technology, sparking a desire to delve into this field. Midway through my law degree, I leaped into the startup world and launched my own social media consultancy. This venture was just the beginning. I eventually moved into software
