“I’ve learnt so much from the mistakes I’ve made. I’m thinking of making a few more” – Stephen Pronk, Entrepreneur, Electrical Engineer, MEntr (Hons), GAICD
Stephen Pronk began his career at a scientific instrumentcompany, Analytical Instruments, in 1978. Stephen andJoanne Pronk purchased the company in 1984.
From their home garage in Scarborough, it grew to haveoffices in Sydney, Melbourne, New Zealand and USA. The company’s focus was innovative laboratory automation, with 100% locally designed and manufactured, and 96% exported.
In 2001, the Australian Government recognised the rebranded company, A.i. Scientific, as an inspirational Australian exporter. In 2016, the rebranded company, Aim Lab Automation Technologies, won the Australian Export Award for Manufacturing. In 2023, Aim Lab supported +50 staff and was acquired by Brooks Automation.
During Stephen’s 45 years of leadership, patients in +20 countries received improved patient care with quicker, more reliable diagnoses and better treatment outcomes.
Moreton Bay supporter:
2015-Present. Woodfordia patron, Woodford Folk Festivaladvocate.
2014-Present. Breakfast Club supporter.
2002-Present. Award sponsor at Redcliffe High School.
2005-2010. Redcliffe Hospital Foundation director and treasurer.
1990’s. Salvation Army’s ‘Door Knock Appeal’ volunteer.
1989-2007. Rotary Club of Redcliffe City, including Club President in 1996-1997.
Personal awards:
2001. Australia’s Centenary Award for ‘service to the development of automated laboratory techniques’ from the Australian Federal Government.
2001. Business Person of the Year - Redcliffe Chamber of Commerce.
Rotary’s Paul Harris Fellow awards, with 5 sapphires, from various Clubs and Rotarians.
Business experience:
2009-Present. Investor at Brisbane Angels, supporting emerging start-up businesses.
1984-2023. Director of Aim Lab Automation Technologies.
2015-2022. Director of other companies from start-ups to ASX companies.
2015-2018. Judge for the Moreton Bay Business & Innovation Awards.
Stephen Pronk is listed on the wall of the Redcliffe Wall of Fame:
A collection of portrait and information honouring the achievements of individuals who have influenced and shaped Redcliffe. The collection is in the Jetty Arcade at 139-141 Redcliffe Parade.
For a complete list of people who appear on the wall click on the following blog post:
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