Sprout Scientific is a full-spectrum growth company
for those with new ideas that do good.

Rhys Cornock

Managing Director

Following years of experience in advanced manufacturing research and the professional services industry at a Big-4 firm, Rhys is a jack-of-all-trades with connections throughout the Australian start-up scene and a positive energy that inspires the team. Rhys has over a decade of experience preparing R&D Tax Incentives, Export Market Development Grants, tender proposals, as well as the development of project plans and budgets for many successful competitive grant applications. Rhys led the company to win the 2023 Excellence in Small Business award and was a finalist in the 2024 Outstanding Young Business Leader category of the Illawarra Business Awards.

Tristan Clemente

Manager

With qualifications in writing, English literature, and IT, Tristan is passionate about books, cars, photography, and travel. Tristan has led the Business & Incentives team to win several competitive grants, including the Boosting Female Founders Initiative, the Victorian Hydrogen Business Ready Fund, the Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship program, and the Security Stream of the Defence Industry Development Grants. Tristan has also completed many successful R&D Tax Incentive applications spanning a wide variety of industries, including space, engineering, computer science, healthtech, food and beverage, construction, and chemistry.

Victoria Sill

Senior Consultant

With qualifications and experience in neuroscience, medical biotechnology, marketing, and the tech sector, Victoria is versatile and passionate about helping innovative and ethical companies secure funding. Between her areas of expertise and keen eye for detail, Victoria is an asset on R&D Tax Incentive and Export Market Development Grants applications, and has been a key contributor to many successful competitive grants, including the Boosting Female Founders Initiative and the Defence Industry Development Grants Security Stream. She is the Product Lead for our Concierge service and heads the marketing efforts. In her spare time, she loves running, crafting, and going on adventures with her dog.

Jamie Reynolds

Librarian-in-Residence

With a Bachelor’s in communications and journalism and years of customer service experience, Jamie supports team operations and helps our clients to manage and maintain their records for compliance with various grants and incentives. Jamie is also guiding Sprout’s social and ethical journey, and she hopes to help Sprout achieve B-Corp certification soon.

Oliver Jamsek

Technical Writer

Oli is studying a Bachelor’s in Sustainability and has a knack for returning from holidays just in time for gala events. His passion for innovative projects in environmental sustainability underscores his drive to help our clients succeed. Owing to his keen writing and analytical skills, Oli has been a key contributor on many competitive grants and tenders as well as our Concierge service. He spends his free time globe-trotting, playing guitar, and practising photography.

Nick Seal

Assistant Draftsperson

“Seal Team Nick” is studying Law and Philosophy and is always keen to tackle a new task to expand his skill set and knowledge base. With his desire to dive into the details and understand nuances, Nick is an asset when analysing guidelines, legislation, and complicated scenarios. He loves hiking, music, and travelling, and brings a youthful glow to our team.

Dr. Taylor Hooten

Technical Writer

As a newly qualified medical doctor, Taylor brings her scientific expertise to the team, helping transform complex concepts into engaging, accessible content. Her dedication to helping others and commitment to excellence ensure that every project is expertly crafted and tailored to each client’s needs. Her devotion to quality, creativity, and ethical practice embodies the very essence of Sprout Scientific’s mission to shape a brighter future.

Kingston Coleman

Technical Writer

Having recently completed a Bachelor’s in Psychology, Kingston is our newest hire but has already made strides with multiple successful applications for the Industry Growth Program and R&D Tax Incentive. A talented writer who is passionate about research and helping others, he spends his free time playing guitar, chess and travelling.

Mark Kinkade

Software Developer

Mark is an experienced front end, user interface, focused developer. He specialises in delivering web based apps from product solution design through to complete websites. He has a passion for enhancing usability and functionality of web/digital based products to help organizations address their business challenges. Mark designs and maintains the Sprout Scientific website and many of our back-end systems.