Our Story
Our journey began when our founder Grant, a passionate educator who spent five years tutoring 3/4 VCE subjects, became frustrated seeing the exorbitant prices tutoring agencies were charging parents for sessions, yet providing no training or resources to their tutors and taking huge cuts of ongoing agency fees. After some industry research he learnt that there are some great tutoring agencies out there, but most are acting as a marketing funnel.
Any great tutor knows the best way to find students is through word of mouth referrals. Grant personally saw how genuine, heartfelt recommendations from peers, family, and community members could bridge the gap between outstanding educators and students in need. This personal battle ignited his passion for creating a platform where real experiences and honest feedback take center stage, transforming the way students discover quality education, through direct connection.
Trust
In today’s technology driven world with AI generated everything, finding high quality, reasonably priced services is becoming harder and harder. We cut through the noise by showcasing honest reviews from real students.
Community
Our strength lies in our community. We bring you tutor recommendations from your school, friends, and local network, creating a supportive environment founded on shared experiences of real people you trust.
Recognition
Every contribution is celebrated for its role in connecting students with exceptional tutors. As you earn trust in our community, we grow your voice. Your genuine recommendations form the backbone of the community's success.
Our Mission
At ReferaTutor, our mission is to be the premier platform for discovering dependable, high-quality tutors in your community. We are dedicated to empowering students and elevating academic standards through authentic, trusted connections.
Meet the Team
Alex Lai
Co-Founder
Wanting to make an impact through helping everyday people develop passive income streams, Alex combines his software background and first-hand business experience to help communities grow.
"By empowering users to share honest recommendations and connect through their networks, we’re building a platform that fosters genuine connections and makes hiring services better for everyone."
Grant Fullston
Founder
With a background in software development and an eye for innovation, Grant combines technical expertise with a vision for building trust and promoting high quality in service based industry.
"Refera isn't just a platform; it's the start of a movement to empower everyday people to use their network to build a community that embodies trust and safety."
Benjamin McGaw
Co-Founder
A problem-solver at heart with an eye for all things tech, Ben now uses his passions to help support small businesses and sole traders through genuine referrals.
"By creating a platform that actively rewards genuine, honest reviews of services and customers alike, we aim to bring communities together with trust at the core. Refera is about putting people together and making this industry a better experience for everyone."