Jay Stuart, Founder and Managing Director of South West Pipe Relining (SWPR), is making significant strides in the trenchless pipe rehabilitation industry, rapidly expanding his market share while also playing an active role as a leader within his local community. With his commitment to innovation and high standards, Jay is shaping the future of the
Gerrbik Laundry Services stands as a beacon of community-focused entrepreneurship, proudly holding the title of Australia’s first Indigenous-owned commercial laundry. Established in 1979 by Robert Stewart and later acquired by his daughter Nicole Stewart a decade ago, Gerrbik has evolved into a powerhouse of cleanliness and efficiency, servicing major global clients including Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Cathay
🎄 The holiday season is just around the corner, and we’re excited to unveil our 2024 Christmas Catalogue! 🎁✨ This year, #BuyBlak and make a meaningful impact by choosing gifts from Indigenous-owned businesses. Every purchase supports the growth and empowerment of the ever-evolving Indigenous business sector. All businesses featured in this catalogue are First Nations owned and
First Australians Capital is pleased to share our FY23 Annual Review. We are thrilled to share a snapshot of our incredible journey over the past year. From milestones achieved to lessons learned, this Review highlights our organisational, financial and business results of the last Financial Year. We could not have done it without our amazing community and
Embodying the spirit of Empowerment and Determination The Indigenous peoples in Australia and Canada share a similar history marked by the dispossession of their lands and waters, the denial of their rights, systematic exclusion from the economy and from opportunities for wealth creation. This exclusion and marginalisation of Indigenous peoples from economic opportunities is an ongoing
Welcome to First Australians Capital's inaugural Impact Flagship Report. FAC is pleased to announce the release of our 3-year Impact Report. This report sets out the early work First Australians Capital has accomplished to grow an Indigenous-led Impact Investment Fund for and by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. First Australians Capital recognises a significant opportunity to
Giidjaa is an Indigenous-owned and operated labour-hire company committed to building long-lasting change by providing access to ongoing support and opportunities for Indigenous tradespeople. Back in March this year, FAC provided Giidjaa with capital to support the next stage of the business's growth. "Working in partnership with FAC has been an absolute game-changer for us. The working
FAC is pleased to announce the appointment of Hylton Mathews to the First Australians Capital Board. Hylton is an experienced Chartered Accountant with a career spanning over three decades. Hylton’s professional journey began in South Africa, where he obtained his Chartered Accountant qualification in 1991. Hylton worked at Deloitte and PwC, gaining valuable experience in auditing,
“With the mission to make a difference in the delivery of Aboriginal education, we provide training that is fun, affordable and in the spirit of reconciliation.” Speaking in Colour, is on a mission to change the dialogue around Aboriginal education. They are a collective of educators, located in the Newcastle and Hunter region who specialise in
Navigating through systems can be a long journey but learning from the past is a way to unlock the future. First Australians Capital (FAC) Co-Chairperson and Managing Director, Leah Armstrong is a Torres Strait Islander woman with a passion to bring culture and capital together to stimulate economic growth in Indigenous businesses and communities creating greater opportunities for the next generations.
