Rikki Stark
Managing Director
Rikki Stark is a values-driven founder, director, and community advocate who leads with integrity, perspective, and a deep sense of purpose. As the founder of Live it Up Pty Ltd and VeriSpace, Rikki’s mission has always been to make sure no one is left behind—whether they’re navigating life with a disability, starting a small business, or overcoming personal adversity.
Growing up with firsthand experiences of instability, disconnection, and hardship, Rikki developed a strong belief: where you come from should never limit where you can go. That belief fuels everything he does. His leadership is grounded in fairness, humour, and honesty, and he is relentless in his pursuit to simplify complexity, build trust, and create systems that help others grow with confidence.
With over a decade of experience in the community services sector, Rikki has helped vulnerable individuals find housing, independence, and hope. He now applies that same commitment to innovation through VeriSpace—a SaaS platform designed to support small and medium-sized businesses with secure ID systems, digital presence tools, and AI-powered insights.
Rikki leads with heart, never forgetting where he came from, and continues to build spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to rise.
Rikki's "Why"
Rikki’s “Why” stems from an unwavering belief that everyone deserves the tools, opportunities, and support to realise their potential—whether they are individuals in vulnerable communities or small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) striving to grow.
1. Purposeful Impact:
Having seen firsthand the challenges of disjointed systems in the community services sector, Rikki is driven to simplify complexities, eliminate inefficiencies, and foster environments where people and businesses can thrive. His experiences with frameworks like the NDIS taught him the value of innovation and adaptability when serving others.
2. Empowering SMBs:
Rikki’s passion for business stems from wanting to ensure that SMBs, sole traders, and startups—those often overlooked in the digital age—aren’t left behind. By creating solutions like VeriSpace, he provides them with advanced, accessible tools to compete, connect, and scale effectively.
3. Building Connection and Security:
For Rikki, success is not about profit alone—it’s about creating safe, trustworthy, and connected spaces where people feel empowered to engage, collaborate, and grow. His work reflects a profound sense of responsibility to lead with integrity, loyalty, and transparency.
4. Overcoming Challenges:
Rikki’s personal and professional journey is marked by resilience, grit, and perseverance. His “Why” includes creating solutions that remove barriers for others because he understands the weight of challenges and the courage it takes to rise above them.
5. Legacy of Meaningful Change:
Rikki’s ultimate goal is to leave a legacy that inspires others to think bigger, act with purpose, and lead with compassion. He wants to uplift communities, businesses, and individuals, ensuring that every person he serves feels seen, supported, and equipped to succeed.
