Gabby Leibovich Roars on the Podcast
When the founder behind some of Australia’s most explosive ecommerce success stories steps into the studio, you know the conversation is going to shake things up.
On the latest Hear Me Roar Podcast, Kate and Tobi sit down with Gabby Leibovich, the entrepreneurial force who helped redefine online retail and digital marketplaces in Australia.
Gabby is known for taking simple ideas and turning them into category-dominant businesses that capture market share fast. His journey is a standout example of resilience, speed, strategic execution and a clear focus on value creation.
From Garage Startup to National Powerhouse
Most people know Catch Group as the ecommerce giant acquired by Wesfarmers for $230 million, but fewer know it began in a garage in 2006. The early days were scrappy, resourceful and driven by a deep obsession with solving customer problems. That commitment built Australia’s number one ecommerce group.
A Track Record of Big Exits
Gabby’s entrepreneurial resume reads like a highlight reel of major Australian tech wins:
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EatNow.com.au merged with Menulog and later sold to JustEat for $855 million.
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Scoopon joined forces with Luxury Escapes, helping accelerate the travel brand’s global rise.
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Fingertip.com was recently acquired by Linktree in 2025.
Across each venture, a pattern emerges: speed, clarity and an uncanny ability to ride momentum at exactly the right time.
Investing in Australia’s Next Wave of Leaders
Beyond his own ventures, Gabby has invested in more than 20 tech businesses including Luxury Escapes, Catapult, Shiperoo, Tribe, Vervoe, Fresha, Flippa, Slyp, Archipro and Vivi. His philosophy is simple – back great founders early and help them scale with conviction.
Inside the Hear Me Roar Episode
In this episode, Gabby opens up on:
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How to identify a market gap before the market notices it
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Why execution beats ideas every single time
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The realities behind building fast-growth companies
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Lessons founders often learn too late
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How to prepare a business for a major acquisition
It is sharp, entertaining and packed with insight. This is the type of conversation entrepreneurs replay multiple times just to capture the nuance.
A Legendary Builder with Zero Ego
Despite his achievements, Gabby remains grounded. A football lover at heart, he brings humour, perspective and an appreciation for the journey rather than the headlines.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone building, scaling or investing in high-growth ventures.
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