Pam O'Connor

Advertising Media Auditor, StartUp Investor, Shareholder Activist

📍 Kew, Victoria, Australia🔄 Updated September 2026💼 26 investments📅 13 years investing🗓 Last invested Jun 2024𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
VC🌍 Australia20+ investments
26
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Investor
Jun 2024
SIX (Sustainable Investment Exchange) is Australia’s first share trading platform to combine activism with investing. We have a mission to increase the shareholder power of investors by providing opportunities to drive positive ethical change at Australia’s largest companies, as well as unlocking capital for new and emerging for-purpose companies. Today, anyone can use the SIX platform to easily buy shares to support shareholder activism campaigns, ranging from stopping the supermarkets causing an extinction event to stopping big media companies showing gambling ads. Soon, users will be able to use SIX as a platform to invest and manage their entire ethical investment portfolio, including listed companies, ETFs, managed funds, equity crowd-funding, and activist shareholdings. Find out more and start a SIX account at www.six-invest.com.au
Investor
Dec 2023
SeenCulture‘s vision is to create a world where everyone feels seen. “Talent is evenly distributed, opportunity is not.” So we shine a light on untapped potential, and help people leaders make intelligent decisions that mitigate bias to stabilise, recognise and optimise their talent workforce. Our decision intelligence platform shows that diversity, equity and inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do, it drives performance. Think Moneyball, but for teams in organisations. We’re Jonah Hill. We’ve combined data science with behaviour science to deliver a solution that empowers ‘democratised decision making’ for recognising talent.
Investor
Aug 2022
Combining tradition, science and technology, we provide highly nutritious foods and ingredients that are both sustainable for the environment and for local grower communities.
Investor
Jun 2022
Gretel augments clinical teams through real-time and over-time insights to ensure vulnerable residents are safe and served in aged care. The platform leverages a data agnostic approach to aggregating sensor based data streams (legacy, IoT & CV) and point of care data in residential aged care. Interoperability and logic tailored to the needs of residents, reduces complexity while providing patient centred, actionable insights. The ability to automate compliance reporting and mitigate risk maximises operational viability and commercial appeal. 'On the ground' carers spend more time providing quality care and less 'busy work' juggling systems and manually reporting. Most importantly, real time, always-on data creates a virtual net beneath this dynamic clinical environment to ensure no vulnerable residents 'slip through the cracks'. From reactive to preventative, Gretel is making residential aged care smart and safe.
Investor
Jun 2022
Oho is a social enterprise that helps organisations strengthen child safety and risk management practices by automating the revalidation of Working with Children Checks and other safeguarding accreditations. Who should use Oho? Any organisation where employees, volunteers or contractors need Working with Children Checks and other accreditations such as teachers and health professionals. We have the solution to make managing Working with Children Checks easier and safer. Oho gives you back time, uncovers blind spots in a complex system and does more than just manage expiry dates.
Investor
Jan 2021
givvable is a multi award-winning platform used by companies & governments globally to automate complex supplier diligence and responsible procurement. Using Powerful AI & Data Models, givvable has unrivalled coverage across the full range of complex diligence issues: 8M+ suppliers, 850M+ indicators, 2.5k+ sources. OUR FLEXIBLE TOOLKIT: **VET** quick search, supplier diligence, supplier discovery **SCREEN** automated screening for validated actions and potential risks **ENGAGE** free tools, resources and benefits to support suppliers **BENCHMARK** peer comparison, improve positioning >> WEB or API << on-demand via web or integrate seamlessly into partner platforms & marketplaces DILIGENCE COVERAGE - Responsible Procurement - Human Rights & Modern Slavery - Decarbonization - Supplier Diversification - Nature & Biodiversity - Social Procurement - Circular Economy - Supplier Governance USE CASES - Supplier Due Diligence - Responsible Procurement - Regulatory & Policy Compliance - Targets & Commitments - Certification & Ratings - Contractual KPIs/Requirements - Strategy & Planning - Sustainable Finance USED BY - CFOs & Finance - Procurement & Sourcing - Legal & Compliance - ProcureTech, FinTech & RegTech - Financial Institutions - Consultancies - Product Owners & Managers
Investor
Dec 2020
Verve Super is Australias first ethical super fund founded by women, for women+. - You should read the PDS, TMD and FSG before making any decisions. See more at vervesuper.com.au
StartUp Investor
Feb 2020
EnergyLab is Australia’s leading hub, connector and accelerator of new business and technological initiatives that move Australia and the world toward net zero.
Investor
Dec 2019
Smileyscope is a multi-award winning digital therapeutics company with proprietary technology that reframes medical procedures using choreographed virtual-reality (VR) experiences to help reduce patient pain and anxiety, and improve the overall patient experience. Our vision is to expand the frontiers of patient-centered care, improving the moments that matter most. Smileyscope VR is the first regulatory body approved VR product for medical use and is clinically proven to reduce patient pain, anxiety and the need for restraints. It is being used by clinicians across a range of medical procedures such as needle procedures, wound dressings, anaesthetic induction, using nitrous oxide, awaiting theatre, and plaster cast applications/removals. Smileyscope VR has been designed by clinicians, for clinicians. It is very easy to learn and fits seamlessly into the clinical workflow. It has been incredibly well received by clinicians, patients and caregivers. “It’s a game changer. Patients are getting better care and needing less sedation and pain medication” - Anaesthetist “My child has had over 300 procedures. This was the first time he has not cried” - Parent of a 5yr old patient “Smileyscope brings out the joy in work. It can turn a traumatic procedure into a pleasant one” – Emergency Paediatrician Smileyscope is operating in Australia, USA, UAE, Europe and UK. Smileyscope VR is being used in leading hospitals in Australia, USA and UAE. For non-USA based queries, please contact info@smileyscope.com to learn more. For USA based queries, please contact sales@smileyscope.com to learn more.
Investor
Dec 2019
Home Care Heroes is a social startup harnessing the power of community to combat social isolation. We are disrupting the aged and disability care industry by trying to build long lasting connections and relationships rather than just provide services.  We have the best people in the community helping out where they are most needed!
Investor
Dec 2019
Like Family is on a mission to reduce social isolation and loneliness. We help Australians who are ageing, ill, injured or living with a disability to connect with social support in their local area. Our support workers, who we call Social Carers, assist with activities that promote community participation and independence, like help with household tasks, exercise, transportation, skills training, and a buddy for social events. We believe in creating meaningful and long-lasting relationships. For this reason, we combine matchmaking algorithms with a dedicated Customer Care team to connect Members with the right Carer, not just any carer. If you’re looking for social support for yourself, a loved one or a client, you can contact us at 1800 545 332 or hello@likefamily.com.au Note: Like Family rebranded from Home Care Heroes in 2020.
Investor
Nov 2019
Impact Investing Australia is an independent organisation dedicated to growing the opportunities for investments that deliver positive social and environmental impact alongside a financial return.
Investor
Nov 2019
Groundfloor provides smart delivery lockers for Australian and New Zealand residential, commercial and student accommodation buildings. We provide the electronic lockers, software and database solution to manage all your delivery needs – from parcels, mail, dry-cleaning and refrigerated items. Groundfloor ensures secure and convenient 24/7 access to your deliveries at home or the office, making it an essential service for modern living.
Investor
Nov 2019
We are a leading Australian impact investment funds manager. We shift capital towards investments that blend financial returns with deep social and environmental impact. We provide investment opportunities in commercial real estate, and renewable energy infrastructure. The opportunities are available to wholesale clients only, and target market-rate financial returns in combination with significant environmental and social benefits. The company has also established a foundation, funded through its management fees and profits, to deploy capital for impact-first investments, traditional philanthropy and venture philanthropy. IIG, as one of Australia’s first certified B Corporations, believes in using the power of business to drive positive social and environmental change. It has met high standards of transparency, governance and accountability, as assessed by the B Lab international standards committee. IIG is an active and leading contributor to Australia’s public conversations about responsible investing and impact investing. The company is a member of the Responsible Investment Association of Australasia and the Global Impact Investing Network.
Board Member
Nov 2019
Membership group for Australian Impact Investors.
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2024
Investor
Jun 2024
SIX (Sustainable Investment Exchange) is Australia’s first share trading platform to combine activism with investing. We have a mission to increase the shareholder power of investors by providing opportunities to drive positive ethical change at Australia’s largest companies, as well as unlocking capital for new and emerging for-purpose companies. Today, anyone can use the SIX platform to easily buy shares to support shareholder activism campaigns, ranging from stopping the supermarkets causing an extinction event to stopping big media companies showing gambling ads. Soon, users will be able to use SIX as a platform to invest and manage their entire ethical investment portfolio, including listed companies, ETFs, managed funds, equity crowd-funding, and activist shareholdings. Find out more and start a SIX account at www.six-invest.com.au
2023
Investor
Dec 2023
SeenCulture‘s vision is to create a world where everyone feels seen. “Talent is evenly distributed, opportunity is not.” So we shine a light on untapped potential, and help people leaders make intelligent decisions that mitigate bias to stabilise, recognise and optimise their talent workforce. Our decision intelligence platform shows that diversity, equity and inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do, it drives performance. Think Moneyball, but for teams in organisations. We’re Jonah Hill. We’ve combined data science with behaviour science to deliver a solution that empowers ‘democratised decision making’ for recognising talent.
2022
Investor
Aug 2022
Combining tradition, science and technology, we provide highly nutritious foods and ingredients that are both sustainable for the environment and for local grower communities.
Investor
Jun 2022
Gretel augments clinical teams through real-time and over-time insights to ensure vulnerable residents are safe and served in aged care. The platform leverages a data agnostic approach to aggregating sensor based data streams (legacy, IoT & CV) and point of care data in residential aged care. Interoperability and logic tailored to the needs of residents, reduces complexity while providing patient centred, actionable insights. The ability to automate compliance reporting and mitigate risk maximises operational viability and commercial appeal. 'On the ground' carers spend more time providing quality care and less 'busy work' juggling systems and manually reporting. Most importantly, real time, always-on data creates a virtual net beneath this dynamic clinical environment to ensure no vulnerable residents 'slip through the cracks'. From reactive to preventative, Gretel is making residential aged care smart and safe.
Investor
Jun 2022
Oho is a social enterprise that helps organisations strengthen child safety and risk management practices by automating the revalidation of Working with Children Checks and other safeguarding accreditations. Who should use Oho? Any organisation where employees, volunteers or contractors need Working with Children Checks and other accreditations such as teachers and health professionals. We have the solution to make managing Working with Children Checks easier and safer. Oho gives you back time, uncovers blind spots in a complex system and does more than just manage expiry dates.
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