Stone & Chalk

Stone & Chalk is recognized as Australia's premier independent fintech community dedicated to innovation programs, advocacy, and partnerships. Since its inception in Sydney in August 2015, Stone & Chalk has played a pivotal role in providing a supportive environment for fintech startups in New South Wales and Victoria, earning global acclaim as a top fintech innovation center.

With a roster of 27 corporate partners from Australia and beyond, Stone & Chalk accommodates over 140 dynamic startups, boasting a resident population of over 680 individuals, including 26 companies engaged in international trade. The collective efforts of more than 142 alumni have resulted in Stone & Chalk startups and scaleups attracting over AU$330m in equity investment and generating 600 new jobs in fintech, cyber security, insurtech, data science, and connected devices sectors.

Stone & Chalk offers comprehensive resident and corporate innovation programs, featuring investor initiatives, pitch coaching, mentorship, and educational opportunities.