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Scott Farquhar

Australia 46 years old Self-Made

Overview

Source of Wealth: Software
Industry: Technology
Residence: Sydney
Education: University of New South Wales (Bachelor of Arts/Science)
Marital Status: Married
Children: 2

Assets

Atlassian Corp

47,427,000 shares @ -

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TEAM-US
Genex Power

0 shares @ -

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GNX-AU

Biography

Scott Farquhar is cofounder of collaboration software company Atlassian, based in Sydney, Australia.

He and CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes started the company soon after graduating from college, funding it with credit cards.

Atlassian's marquee customer list includes retailing giant Costco and American airline Delta.

Atlassian is a cofounder of Pledge 1%, which urges companies to donate at least 1% of equity, employee time or products to charity.

He stepped down as co-CEO in September 2024 to spend more time with his family and to pursue philanthropic activities. He continues as a board member and an advisor.

About

In November 2025, he completed the Ironman triathlon which included a 26.2 mile marathon; a 2.4 mile swim and a 112-mile bicycle ride.