Phil Vernon, Angel Investor

Phil Vernon is a Director, Adviser, and Investor with deep experience in sustainable finance, ESG, superannuation, credit markets, and business transformation. He is a startup investor and mentor with a primary focus on clean tech and fintech, and a not‑for‑profit director committed to climate action and positive environmental outcomes. Phil serves as Non‑Executive Director at the Stroke Foundation, Environmental Defenders Office (EDO), and B Lab Australia & New Zealand, where he chairs key finance and risk committees. He is also an Advisory Board Member at Baza Capital, supporting responsible investment in electrification minerals, and Co‑Chair of the First Nations Working Group at the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA). His career reflects a consistent focus on impact, sustainability, and governance across both corporate and nonprofit sectors. As an investor, his portfolio includes Pathzero, a leader in carbon management and ESG reporting, highlighting his interest in startups driving transparency and accountability in sustainability.