Cooling The AI Boom, The Rise of Enaxiom, & Startup Survival with Tia Collings

On this episode of The Startups Drive, I sit down with Antonia (Tia) Collings, Co-founder of Enaxiom, one of Australia’s most exciting up-and-coming cleantech startups.Tia breaks down her journey co-founding Enaxiom, diving deep into their revolutionary thermal management technology. This game-changing cooling solution not only tackles the massive energy demands of modern AI data centers, but also produces freshwater as a by-product—unlocking game-changing opportunities for remote and water-scarce communities to host next-gen AI infrastructure.Plus, Tia opens up about the personal and professional struggles of navigating the startup world. She shares why having a strong support network is non-negotiable for founder survival, and why celebrating the small wins keeps you grounded so you don't get completely consumed by the journey. We also discuss how everyday networking and strategic conversations directly opened doors to high-profile investors, along with the core lessons from her past endeavors that are shaping Enaxiom’s future.Whether you're a startup founder, deep-tech enthusiast, or entrepreneur interested in the future of AI infrastructure and sustainability, this episode is packed with actionable insights.Follow Myself https://www.instagram.com/longhurstkieran/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieran-longhurst-a60959155/Follow Tia and Enaxiom https://www.enaxiom.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiacollings/