Mike Cannon-Brookes
Mike Cannon-Brookes is the co-founder and CEO of Atlassian, a leading enterprise software company he started in 2002 with Scott Farquhar. Under his leadership, Atlassian has grown into a global tech powerhouse known for products like Jira and Confluence, serving over 300,000 customers worldwide. Cannon-Brookes is responsible for the company's overall strategic direction and product strategy, emphasizing transparency, innovation, and sustainability.
Career Milestones
- Mike Cannon-Brookes co-founded Atlassian in 2002, growing it into a global software powerhouse.
- He was recognized as the Australian IT Professional of the Year in 2004 and Australian Entrepreneur of the Year in 2006.
- In 2009, the World Economic Forum honored him as a Young Global Leader.
- Cannon-Brookes has also become a prominent climate activist, investing significantly in renewable energy projects like Sun Cable since 2021.
- In 2022, he acquired a substantial stake in AGL Energy to accelerate its transition from fossil fuels.
- These milestones reflect his commitment to both technological innovation and a sustainable future.
About Atlassian
Atlassian, founded in 2002, is a software company specializing in collaboration tools for software development and project management. They help diverse teams, from small startups to large enterprises, streamline work. Core features include Jira for project tracking, Confluence for knowledge sharing, and Trello for visual project management. Benefits include increased productivity, improved communication, and enhanced collaboration.