Alexandra
Jakob
Alexandra Jakob is a renowned Sydney-based founder and entrepreneur and gained widespread recognition for establishing and scaling the popular haircare brand, BondiBoost, and the successful early learning group, Little Learning School.
With experience across a variety of sectors including early learning, private investment, technology start-ups, e-commerce, hospitality, and beauty, Alexandra launched private investment firm, Globe Wealth, in 2024.
BondiBoost
In 2018, Alexandra founded BondiBoost, a haircare brand celebrated for its salon-grade products with high-performance Australian botanical ingredients.
Globe Wealth
In 2024, Alexandra launched Globe Wealth, a private investment firm specialising in private equity, venture capital, debt funding, and property investments.
Meet Alexandra
Alexandra Jakob is a renowned Sydney-based founder and entrepreneur with a track record of success across diverse sectors.
She founded Little Learning School, which grew to over 54 centres and 2,500 employees, becoming one of Australia’s largest privately-owned childcare groups before being sold to US-based Bain Capital in 2018 and Busy Bees in 2020.
Alexandra also founded BondiBoost, a cult-favourite Australian haircare brand known for its high-performance botanical ingredients, achieving rapid international expansion and notable partnerships with retailers like Boots UK, Sephora, and Ulta. In 2021, BondiBoost was acquired by Gauge Capital.
Alexandra now leads Globe Wealth, a private investment firm specialising in business strategy, investment management, and partnership building.
Experience
With a dynamic career spanning business development, CEO and investment partner roles, Alexandra’s resume demonstrates her entrepreneurial talents and commitment to excellence.
In 2006, Alexandra founded Little Learning School with a vision to provide the highest quality care and development for children. Alexandra expanded the business to 54 centres across NSW, Canberra and Melbourne, employing 2,500 staff, making the company one of Australia’s largest privately owned childcare groups. This culminated in its acquisition of Little Learning School by Bain Capital Private Equity in 2018 and Bliss Early Learning by Busy Bees in 2020.
In 2018, Alexandra founded BondiBoost, a haircare brand celebrated for its salon-grade products with high-performance Australian botanical ingredients. Her dedication to quality, and industry-first social media and influencer marketing strategies propelled the company to international success, with products available in high-end salons and major retailers like Boots UK, Sephora, and Ulta. BondiBoost was acquired by Gauge Capital in 2021.
In 2023, Alexandra ventured into hospitality, becoming a strategic partner and investor in Iberica. This Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Bondi has quickly become a favourite for its charming Spanish dishes and artful atmosphere, setting a new standard in Sydney's culinary scene.
In 2024, Alexandra launched Globe Wealth, a private investment firm specialising in private equity, venture capital, debt funding, and property investments. Globe Wealth's industry-agnostic approach ensures diverse and robust investment opportunities.