Today Mattingly have launched the Mattingly AI and Operations Hackathon.

We're giving 20 ambitious people the opportunity to work on a real business problem, gain exposure to experienced operators, and show us what they can do.

Read the details here

The 2026 Federal Budget may not dramatically change the operating environment overnight — but it is accelerating important conversations across the mid-market. From succession planning and capital raises to transaction readiness and operational resilience, many founders are reassessing structure, timing, and long-term strategy in response to ongoing economic pressure and policy uncertainty.