CAANZ Innovation Challenge
Apply now for the CAANZ Innovation Challenge
Work with CAANZ experts to solve real finance industry challenges.
CAANZ Innovation Challenge
Stone & Chalk has partnered with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) to launch the CAANZ Innovation Challenge to solve major taxation and financial sector issues.
We are calling on all innovators who want to develop real-world solutions and develop their business offering.
Taxation and compliance are becoming more complex, with manual processes, outdated systems, and cybersecurity risks creating inefficiencies for accountants and businesses.
CAANZ is seeking scalable, innovative solutions to tackle three key challenges. For startups, this is a rare chance to:
- Work directly with CAANZ tax and finance experts to validate your ideas
- Develop a market-ready solution with real industry feedback.
- Build your corporate readiness in a safe space
- Open doors to further corporate collaboration, partnerships, and pilot programs.
- Gain recognition by demonstrating expertise through CAANZ-backed innovation.
It’s also a chance to connect meaningfully with other startups, innovators and key players in the ecosystem.
Applications for the CAANZ Innovation Challenge are now closed.
Who should apply
The challenge is open to all startups and scaleups with a meaningful solution. Ideal applicants include but not limited to:
- Startups with expertise in fintech, regtech, AI, or cyber security.
- Innovative ventures working on tax automation, fraud detection, compliance, and system integration.
- Companies developing AI-driven insights, real-time payment tracking, or secure authentication systems.
- Founders looking to collaborate with CAANZ and expand their presence in the sector.
We encourage Stone & Chalk residents to participate in the program, and applications from external startups are also welcome.
The challenges
Those selected into the program will work on three critical problems impacting the finance sector, businesses of all sizes, and every day Australians.
Read the full CAANZ Innovation Challenge problem statements.
How to apply for the CAANZ Innovation Challenge
To apply, please submit an Expression of Interest by 5pm Tuesday 11 March and tell us how your technology can solve one or more of the three problem statements.
If you are submitting for multiple problem statements, please fill out separate EOIs.
Successful applicants will be notified by Friday 21 March and invited to attend a deep dive workshop on Wednesday 26 March.
The challenge will culminate in a final panel presentation, where applicants will have the chance to present their solutions to industry leaders.
If you have any questions, please email info@stoneandchalk.com.au.
This is a valuable opportunity for you to gain industry insights, refine your solutions, and build key partnerships. Don’t miss out.
Applications for the CAANZ Innovation Challenge are now closed.
