Refract

A big moment in Refract’s journey, the team is stoked to announce our knighting as a Kinde Expert Partner. Kinde’s startup journey, alongside their vision of empowering innovators the world over, has long been a point of inspiration for Refract. They’re now world leaders in authentication, but their roots are firmly planted here in Sydney – just like ours. This partnership allows Refract to contribute to Kinde’s incredible mission to create a world with more founders, just as it energises us to outstretch the expertise those founders may need to boost their impact. Cheers to Ross Chaldecott and Andre Selton – glad we passed the vibe-check. We’re excited to see what blossoms from this joining of forces. Stay foolish.

BIG NEWS!??? Refract is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Crimson Education to support the launch of their latest venture. Crimson Education empowers students worldwide to overcome barriers of geography to compete on the world stage - just as Refract breaks through the boundaries of bold, authentic brand experiences. Our missions align in pushing beyond limitations to create real impact. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported us so far. Your encouragement fuels our ambition. ??

Stoked to be making waves (wakes?) in the yacht chartering space alongside Mike and the incredible team at Ankor Software. As Ankor’s technical partner in the Asia and Oceania region, the Refract team has been busy empowering charter brokers with refreshed online destinations, SEO optimisation and, of course, Ankor integrations. We’re still waiting for that call-up to go wakesurfing Mike, but nonetheless, we’re very proud to be innovating alongside you.

Kicking off Feb with a bang! ?? James W and I are stoked to be joining Jacques Greeff alongside Braith Leung ?? on stage at Fishburners tomorrow. Excited to share our journey, talk all things business, and learn from a founder who’s built and exited at scale. Big thanks for the opportunity — see you there! ??

When I was 16 and still doing my diploma, I landed a dream full-time role at one of Sydney’s leading software and design agencies. I’d been hustling non-stop to prove myself and gain experience, and suddenly I found myself in a high-pressure environment that threw me straight into real projects. From day one, I was designing alongside seasoned pros, soaking up knowledge with every opportunity. Now, I want to give that same chance to someone else. A role where you’re genuinely valued, gain practical experience, and join a culture built around speed and impact. We’re hiring our first role of the year! If you or someone you know is a budding ambitious designer, I’d love to hear from you—check out our page to apply. We’re after solid technical foundations (we can help you grow those) but what really matters is your ability to learn quick, fail fast, and bring that innate eye for aesthetics you just can’t teach. Excited to meet you!

Bit of a pinch-me moment last night at Startmate’s Demo Day! Angus McGlynn ?? and I are clearly unable to contain the froth. Honestly cannot be more thankful to be part of such an incredible startup ecosystem and be able to see so many pioneers in one (very boujee) room. A massive thank you to the Startmate team for not only being wonderful people to work alongside, but for setting the stage and supporting ANZ innovation over the years. What a dream!

Exciting to see our banner design work in action at the Healthed Australia Medical Update last week at the ICC! It was an absolute pleasure working alongside Gunjan Wadhwa and Astra Health AI in their healthcare AI journey.

BIG NEWS! ?? Refract is thrilled to announce our new partnership with the brilliant team at Startmate! Together, we're cooking up something legendary????? With a dream to become a go-to creative engine for startups and VCs in Australia and abroad, this collaboration marks a massive step in our own brand journey and validates our bespoke, strategy-led approach to design. Stay tuned for updates—this is just the beginning! Keep your browsers refreshed and your caches empty??? Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey so far. Your encouragement means the world, and we’re excited to continue growing with you. #startups #VC #designagency #innovation #partnership

Quick one! Earlier this week, we listed some of our services on the Fishburners Service Hub. We’ve provided a comprehensive breakdown of each service, along with sub-services specifically designed to address various stages of a company’s growth, all with a strong emphasis on price transparency. These offerings are part of our all-in-one design plan, available for a straightforward monthly fee. I encourage you to explore the Service Hub—not just for our offerings, but also to discover the other excellent businesses featured there. Of course, I’d suggest starting with our services first ??. It’s free to create an account, so no excuses! https://lnkd.in/gsAAUdGH

It’s really as simple as that. Why pay for slow output when you can get fast, impactful designs without breaking the bank? Why wait weeks to hire when you can onboard with us in just 24 hours? Why endure endless meetings when you can simply add tasks and receive daily updates? If you’re tired of the ordinary, unlock your unfair advantage with Refract. We’re not just a design service—we’re your strategic partner in creating top-tier visual experiences that elevate your brand and drive results. From startups to established enterprises, we tailor our approach to meet your unique needs, ensuring that every design we create aligns perfectly with your business goals. Whether it’s a complete brand overhaul, a sleek new website, or ongoing design support, we’ve got you covered. Plus, with our commitment to transparency and efficiency, you’ll always know exactly where your project stands, with no surprises—just great design. Join the growing number of companies who trust Refract to deliver design that makes a difference. Let’s create something extraordinary together.