Nic Clarke joined Business News in 2015 as a content researcher. In this role, he is responsible for more data- or annual-report-driven lists on BNData & Insights, such as Private Companies, Philanthropic Foundations, Agribusiness, and WA's Biggest Exporters. He also collects and compiles the data for the biannual corporate finance deals wrap, and fortnightly directors' interest table.
Mr Clarke is usually the primary contact for those wanting to have their organisation added to the website and database. Prior to joining Business News, he studied journalism, history and materials chemistry at the University of Western Australia. In 2024, he completed a masters degree in data science, graduating with distinction.
The number of small business operators in Western Australia has risen by 5.8 per cent over the year to February, well ahead of the national average of 1.4 per cent, the Bankwest Business Trends rep
Perth-based company director and accountant Marcus Michael, who worked with multiple mining and exploration companies, passed away last Thursday at the age of 48.