Stephanie Palmer-Derrien

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Stephanie Palmer-Derrien is a writer, journalist, editor and storyteller specialising in startups, tech and small business.

She is passionate about telling untold stories and amplifying marginalised voices in the Australian business landscape. Previously, Stephanie was startups and technology editor at SmartCompany, and deputy editor at Black Knight Media in London.

She has also dabbled in travel and lifestyle journalism. When she’s not writing, Stephanie can often be found in bookshops, wine bars and cosy cafes, or playing in the park with her one-year-old and her goofy dog.

Euphemia: How Up founder Dom Pym is building the infrastructure for a thriving startup ecosystem

As far as family offices go, Up Bank Co-Founder (and Tractor investor) Dom Pym says his Euphemia, is “a little bit contrary”. But for the fintech founder, technologist and Aussie startup veteran, using his wealth to build up the local ecosystem awesomeness is probably the only thing that makes any sense, actually.

Explaining B Corps: Where purpose and profit co-exist

Business and purpose can co-exist, and there are many ways for companies to scale their impact. Sometimes, the ability to access multiples forms of funding can help achieve that mission. Here, we highlight some companies who are B Corp certified, and we've highlighted the ways they think about their growth, and their focus on impact in society.

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Tractor Ventures Pty Ltd ACN 626 048 084 (Tractor Ventures) is a corporate authorised representative (CAR) (CAR Number 1287213) of Boutique Capital Pty Ltd ACN 621 697 621 (Boutique Capital) AFSL 508011.

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