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Mark Bouris speaks to business owners and entrepreneurs, finding out what makes them tick and their plans for growth. Some business owners are on the way up and enjoying new success, others are at a turning point. Mark digs into their stories and finds out why they set out to create their own path, their challenges and where they go from here. Based on his own personal experiences and learnings, he also passes on his own guidance on how to take their business to the next level.
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- 523 - #440 Transforming the Worksite: From Idea to Industry Impact with Kym O’Leary
In this week's episode of The Mentor, we explore the creation and growth of COgear, a pioneering workwear brand for women, with its founder, Kym O’Leary.
Discover how Kym's journey from a small farm in North Queensland to the financial sector in mining led her to create an innovative solution for women in the workforce. We explore the challenges she faced, the breakthrough moments with major corporations like BHP, and the innovative HMZ technology that is changing the game for women's workwear.
Join us as we delve into Kym's inspiring story of entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of solving problems that women have faced with a touch of creativity.
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Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 58min - 522 - #439 Walking in Sally Belcher's Shoes: Inside the World of Podiatry
Sally Belcher is a trailblazing Australian podiatrist with over 15 years of experience in private practice. Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Sally relocated to Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs where she has proudly owned and led her team at Rose Bay Podiatry for nearly a decade. During this time, she has cultivated the business into a highly successful and esteemed establishment.
In an industry often stereotyped to a specific demographic, Sally has defied expectations by broadening the scope of podiatry through innovative language and marketing strategies. Her introduction of the Medical Pedicure has not only transformed traditional foot care but has also attracted a diverse clientele to her practice.
Demonstrating a keen eye for niche opportunities, Sally has redirected her focus toward aesthetic podiatry, a strategic move that has propelled her business to new heights and gained recognition within the healthcare space. In this episode, we explore the indispensable role of marketing in healthcare, as Sally shares insights gathered from her journey of reshaping perceptions of podiatry and establishing a thriving practice.
Join us as Sally Belcher offers her expertise and firsthand experiences, providing valuable insights for aspiring healthcare professionals and entrepreneurs alike.
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Mon, 15 Apr 2024 - 45min - 521 - #438 Navigating Startup Success: Insights from Amanda Price, Leader of High Growth Ventures at KPMG Australia
This week on The Mentor we delve into the world of startups with Amanda Price, the Head of High Growth Ventures at KPMG Australia.
Drawing from her extensive experience, Amanda sheds light on the common challenges faced by founders worldwide and offers strategies for building enduring connections with customers as startups scale.
We delved into her expertise in the high-growth ventures industry, the impact of macro and micro factors on investment behaviour, insights into the challenges for Australian startups, we discussed the non-negotiables that VCs typically inquire about, the current startup landscape in 2024 and a host of other topics.
If you're planning on entering the startup world, this episode serves as a valuable educational resource.
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Mon, 08 Apr 2024 - 58min - 520 - #437 Building the Future: The Kapitol Chronicles with Andrew Deveson & Dave Caputo
Join Andrew Deveson and Dave Caputo, co-founders of Kapitol Group, as they discuss their journey in revolutionising the construction industry.
With Andrew's expertise in delivering high-quality projects and Dave's strategic planning capabilities, Kapitol Group has quickly become one of Australia's fastest-growing construction companies handling multimillion-dollar projects for prestigious clients like RMIT University and Microsoft.
Learn how their innovative approaches and commitment to excellence are reshaping the industry while prioritising the well-being of their team and the successful delivery of projects.
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Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 47min - 519 - #436: Light & Glo: The fragrance maestros who have mastered the art of creating a vibe
Light & Glo Designs is an acclaimed business hailing from Melbourne, that specialises in crafting bespoke candles.
Established in 2015 by husband/wife duo Suji and Jeeva, the brand boasts an array of award-winning offerings, including candles, diffusers, room sprays, and scents tailored to various moods.
The inception of Light & Glo traces back to Suji's maternity leave, during which she began making candles for her son's baby shower, receiving rave reviews from friends. Inspired by this positive reception, Suji and Jeeva embarked on their entrepreneurial journey, founding Light & Glo Designs.
We discussed their backgrounds in medicine and science, their transition into the candle business, how they manage their roles as both spouses and business partners, their process for crafting scents tailored to businesses, The Mentor fragrance they developed for Mark, and many other topics.
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Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 1h 03min - 518 - Advancements in Sports Safety Tech: Going Public w Mike Vegar
WithStake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the eighth episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.
Mike Vegar is the co-founder & managing Director of HITIQ, an Australian tech company that provides a total concussion ecosystem with products that support identifying, monitoring & ongoing management of sport-related head impacts.
In 2021, HITIQ was welcomed to the Australian Securities Exchange under the vibrant ticker of ASX:HIQ.
Learn all about Mike’s journey of taking the tech company public in the eighth podcast of the Going Public series.
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Sun, 24 Mar 2024 - 43min - 517 - #435 Messina: The Secret Recipe behind Australia's Favourite Gelato
Nick Palumbo founded Gelato Messina in 2002, setting up the original store in Darlinghurst, Sydney - right across the road from the Mentored Podcast Studio.
Nick is the creative force behind Messina's renowned gelato and gelato cakes who has dedicated his life to the food industry. His journey began at the age of eight when he travelled to Pasticceria Irrerain Messina, Sicily. The trip ignited his lifelong passion for food. Inspired by his experiences in Sicily, Nick aimed to one day bring authentic Italian gelato to Sydney.
Since founding Gelato Messina, Nick has been apart of every aspect of the brand, from product development to store design. With now 30 stores across Australia and one in Hong Kong, Messina has become a beloved destination for gelato enthusiasts nationwide.
We spoke about the origins of Messina, humans romance with ice cream, the struggles in the early days of the business, Messina's unconventional business model, the art & science behind the gelato, the role social media had in the company's growth, the balance between tradition & innovation when it comes to gelato, whats's next for Messina & much more.
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Mon, 18 Mar 2024 - 47min - 516 - #434 Conscious Capitalism: How Jeremy Hassell has profited on giving life back to humanity
Jeremy Hassell is the CEO & Co-Founder of City Cave.
City Cave Float & Wellness Centre aims to build healthier communities through services such as Float Therapy, Infrared Sauna and Massage Services to assist in your health journey by providing natural mental health remedies and supporting physical recovery.
City Cave was founded in 2016 by Queensland entrepreneurs Tim Butters, who owned a tiling company, and Jeremy Hassell, a former builder, after they met on a construction site in 2014 on the Gold Coast.
City Cave has grown more than 300% since the start of 2021, taking its global footprint to 70 locations across Australia and New Zealand.
We spoke about Jeremy's life as a tradie prior to founding City Cave, how a Float Tank session changed the trajectory of his life, the science behind saunas and massages, his interesting trip to China, what incentives him today, the company's expansion in America, how serious of an issue stress is in this modern era and much more.
Tune into a story about the entrepreneurial spirit and how you can balance your financial aspirations while making a positive impact on others.
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Mon, 11 Mar 2024 - 54min - 515 - #433 Jenny Child's pivot from the corporate world to taking control of Australia's oldest luxury fashion brand
It's pretty safe to assume that Jenny Child didn't think she'd be the CEO of Oroton when she was growing up in the Midwest of America.
Jenny grew up in Ohio, graduated from Northwestern University (Illinois), and obtained an MBA from Duke University(North Carolina).
Jenny relocated to Australia from Atlanta in 2015 while working with the Powerhouse Consultancy firm McKinsey and Company. She had a stable professional position at McKinsey & Co, steadily advancing through the corporate ranks to become a partner in the Sydney office.
But in 2021, Jenny took a leap of faith and decided to take up an offer to run an 80-year-old Australian fashion luxury brand.
Yep you're reaction was probably like mine "how the hell did that happen?"
It's an awesome story, make sure you tune in to this week's Mentor Podcast to find out how she became the boss of Oroton.
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Mon, 04 Mar 2024 - 1h 00min - 514 - #432 The Fertility Queen: How Gabriela Rosa's work has helped 100s of thousands
Gabriela Rosa is a world-renowned fertility specialist, bestselling author, and the founder and clinical director of The Rosa Institute—an organisation dedicated to helping couples create healthy babies, despite previous reproductive challenges. The Rosa Institute has served over 100,000 people in 111 different countries, with a live birth rate of 78.8%.
As you can imagine, fertility is a complicated subject, so it was important for me to talk to someone with such an impressive body of work on this topic.
In the latest Mentor Podcast, Gabriela breaks down the problems people are facing in regards to reproduction, what is causing the growing rates of infertility, the current state of the IVF industry, why her work has been so successful and much more.
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Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 59min - 513 - Technological Innovation, Global Growth and Resilience: Going Public w/ Eliran Glazer
WithStake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the seventh episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.
Eliran Glazer is the Chief Financial Officer for Monday.com (Nasdaq: MNDY) a cloud-based platform that allows users to create their own applications and project management software. The company has reported to have over 225,000 customers across 200 countries within 200 different industries.
It was recently listed on the Nasdaq in 2021 under the ticker MNDY.
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Sun, 25 Feb 2024 - 40min - 512 - #431 Building a Billion-Dollar Business: Company Culture and Leadership with Radek Sali
Radek Sali is a serial entrepreneur, ethical investor and was the former CEO for Swisse Wellness. Under his leadership, Radek took Swisse Wellness from an Australian favourite to an international blockbuster that was sold for $2.1 billion dollars in 2015.
Radek Sali is now the Executive Chairman of a leading supplement, wellness and lifestyle brand called Wanderlust. Sali has also set up the conscious investment group Light Warrior with ex-Goldman Sachs banker Adam Gregory. Light Warrior is a principle-driven investment group, focused on investing in businesses that put culture first, are socially responsible and environmentally conscious.
Radek speaks on his purpose driven journey with Swisse, the importance of community and what he is up to now within the health and wellness space.
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Mon, 19 Feb 2024 - 1h 01min - 511 - #430 A Harlem Globetrotter's Guide to Mastering the Art of Confidence
Tracy Williams is a self-acclaimed renaissance man whose skills and mindset have taken him worldwide from playing in the Harlem Globetrotters to inspiring others as a motivational speaker.
In this episode, Tracy shares with us what true confidence is, the best way to overcome challenges, and how to maximise your opportunities. The New Yorker now uses his unique life experiences to inspire and guide young Australians, sharing his triumphs and challenges.
Tracy established TWWIK Media, focusing on speaking engagements, personal and team mindset coaching, as well as leadership training and development.
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Mon, 12 Feb 2024 - 1h 00min - 510 - #429 Elevating the Lows, Soaring the Highs: Jess Sepel's Vision for JSHealth
Jess Sepel and her husband and CEO Dean Steingold co-founded JSHealth Vitamins. Jess has been open about her struggles with food, body dysmorphia, and negative body image through her blog since her early 20s. What started as a personal narrative in 2012 has transformed into a successful wellness brand.
JSHealth Vitamins offers a range of popular products, such as Hair + Energy, Skin + Digestion, Detox + Debloat, and Vitality X + Collagen. However, the brand faced a crucial moment in late 2022 when the TGA issued a $26,640 fine for unlawful advertising. This incident highlights how Jessica dealt with this setback, protected the brand and collaborated with her team to overcome it.
Explore Jess' marketing strategies, her thoughts on the ever-changing wellness market, and the art of differentiation in this competitive industry.
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Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 54min - 509 - Kouk Bonus: What to expect in 2024's first RBA meeting
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Fri, 02 Feb 2024 - 51min - 508 - #428 Leveling Up: Jordan Barclay's Strategy in Dominating Kids' Content with Spawnpoint Media
Jordan Barclay is a young CEO who runs Spawnpoint Media, a gaming media network based in Melbourne. The company has become highly successful in online content for children. Jordan started the company when he was 9, building it from scratch using his YouTube handle, EY Streem. He now has an impressive 8.4 million subscribers.
As CEO, Jordan talks about the business model that has made Spawnpoint Media the most watched content for kids on YouTube. He emphasizes the company's family-friendly and brand-safe approach, highlighting its ownership of major digital media brands and collaborations with global giants.
Jordan and Mark delve into the inner workings of Spawnpoint Media, discussing how Jordan leads a team of Gen Z employees and emphasizes the significance of company culture.
The focus shifts to monetization strategies as Jordan breaks down how Spawnpoint Media turns views into revenue. He shares successful brand integration examples and discusses the challenges and negotiations involved. He also sheds light on the role of data in decision-making and explains why brands often underestimate the strength of small-play media.
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Mon, 29 Jan 2024 - 53min - 507 - Breaking Ground in Cancer Research: Going Public w/ Dr Alan Taylor from Clarity Pharmaceuticals
WithStake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the sixth episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.
Clarity Pharmaceuticalsis a clinical-stage cancer biotech company based in Australia. The company specializes in developing radiopharmaceutical products that can be used to image and diagnose various types of cancer. Clarity Pharmaceuticals is actively involved in extensive research, development, and clinical stage evaluation of its portfolio of novel radiopharmaceutical products. It was recently listed on the ASX in 2021 under the ticker CU6.
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Sun, 28 Jan 2024 - 51min - 506 - #427 Strategic Shifts: Daniel Flynn's Impactful Choices at Thankyou
Daniel Flynn is a co-founder of Thankyou, a social enterprise aiming to eradicate poverty. From his early days at RMIT University to founding Thankyou at the age of 19, Flynn discusses the company's challenges during the critical "Project Salvation" restructuring.
You will learn about the pivotal "crucial 5 per cent" focus that transformed Thankyou's impact. Discover the strategic partnerships that were formed, the workforce reduction, and the tough decisions made, such as discontinuing product lines.
Daniel Flynn shares his insights on "consumerism reimagined" and his vision for Thankyou's future, touching upon leadership, resilience, and shaping a socially impactful future.
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Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 58min - 505 - #426 The Gender Investment Gap: A Conversation with Caitlin Judd
Caitlin Judd co-founded Lady Brains, a media and education platform that empowers women in business.
Originally from Melbourne, she moved to Sydney during the pandemic.
Discover why she changed cities, her thoughts on the gender investment gap, and the importance of women in decision-making roles.
Caitlin candidly discusses starting a business with no audience, intellectual property protection, and knowing when to pivot or quit.
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Mon, 15 Jan 2024 - 40min - 504 - #425 Beyond the Storefront: Simon Molnar's Flagship Reshaping the Retail Landscape
Simon Molnar is the CEO and founder of Flagship, a retail technology startup transforming how brick-and-mortar stores operate. The web-based platform creates a digital floor plan for each store, allowing for easy alteration of the merchandise components as needed.
Flagship released its beta version in early 2023 and partnered with local brands such as Aje Athletica, Venroy, and Sir the Label for the rollout.
Learn more about Simon's background, his vision for the future of retail, and how he protects his business IP in the competitive tech industry.
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Mon, 08 Jan 2024 - 51min - 503 - #424 Sweet Success Down Under: Redfern Convenience Store's Path to Customer Success
Hazem Sedda is the proud owner of Redfern Convenience Store, an iconic establishment in Australia. He grew up in Palestine during the early 2000s with a dream of becoming a pilot. However, after taking a flying course at Bankstown airport in Sydney, he realised that running his father's convenience store was far more exciting. He has since turned it into a successful family business that has gone through its fair share of challenges and triumphs.
Hazem's story is as diverse as the nostalgic candies lining his store's shelves. From viral antics during the pandemic to selling camel balls lollies, Hazem has a unique approach to running his business. His tale is heartwarming and inspiring, showcasing how he has overcome many obstacles while managing his family, social media, and a bustling shop. Hazem proves that dreams can take unexpected yet extraordinary forms.
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Mon, 01 Jan 2024 - 38min - 502 - #423 Global Leader's Blueprint: Unveiling Authentic Leadership with Larry, Founder of Robertson Burns
Larry Robertson is a globally recognised leadership advisor and speaker.
Founder of Robertson Burns in 1993, Larry has shaped the leadership landscape across 30 countries. Larry shares insights from his extensive work with executives in Australia's largest organisations and beyond, spanning Africa, Asia, Europe, India, the Middle East, New Zealand, the UK, and the Americas. Understand how to convey authentic leadership, effective communication, team engagement, personal brand, client service, and the art of winning new business.
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Mon, 25 Dec 2023 - 44min - 501 - #422 Fields of Data: AgriWebb's Impact on Agriculture's Tech Frontier
Justin Webb is the co-founder and Executive Chairman of AgriWebb – an animal management platform.
Justin's journey is a fascinating blend of agribusiness, finance, and cutting-edge technology. Born into a family of farmers, he has always been passionate about agriculture and technology's role in advancing this industry.
After obtaining a degree in economics and finance, Justin began his career as a quantitative analyst at BlackRock, where he developed his expertise in quantitative investment and risk management. He later held several leadership positions at the firm, including Head of BlackRock's Investment Stewardship team for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Justin's experience in finance and technology eventually led him to co-found AgriWebb, a game-changing animal management platform. With AgriWebb, Justin aims to revolutionize how farmers manage their livestock, using data and cutting-edge technology to improve productivity, profitability, and sustainability.
Explore Justin's international leadership roles, including his work with the World Economic Forum's Global Shapers Community and his mission to scale AgriWebb across the UK and Europe. Mark also delves into the data-driven agricultural revolution, discussing how AgriWebb is helping farmers make informed decisions about their operations and the role technology can play in advancing the agricultural industry.
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Mon, 18 Dec 2023 - 47min - 500 - Managing Expectations During a Tough Macroeconomic Environment: Going Public w/ Tim Fung from Airtasker
WithStake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the fifth episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.
Airtasker (ASX: ART) is an Australian online company that operates an online and mobile marketplace. It allows customers to outsource a variety of everyday tasks. The company reports that it has nearly six million registered users worldwide. Moreover, around one hundred and fifty thousand people earn income by providing various services through the site. The company was listed on the ASX as recently as 2021 under the ticker ART.
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Sun, 17 Dec 2023 - 34min - 499 - #421 Tapestry AI: Revolutionising Data Monetisation for Business Growth
Christopher is a seasoned professional with a rich background, collaborating with major players like Kmart, Uber, and Hoyts Cinema Group.
He introduces Tapestry, a revolutionary platform that he has been instrumental in developing. Tapestry's Retail+ and Supply+ products leverage advanced analytics and AI to empower small to medium-sized businesses, enabling them to compete effectively in the market. By fostering data ownership and personalised interfaces, Tapestry enhances real-world experiences. Understand how Tapestry's innovative technology, already piloted in 26 supermarkets, is set to transform data monetisation and usher new income streams for businesses, promising significant financial growth.
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Mon, 11 Dec 2023 - 50min - 498 - #420 Yellow Boxes and Entrepreneurial Tenacity: Inside the Success Story of TAXIBOX
TAXIBOX co-founder Ben Cohn shares the ups and downs of his company's journey. He talks about how they faced near-collapse during the COVID-19 pandemic and achieved an incredible 100% revenue growth in just two years. Mark Bouris also explores Ben's upbringing, from South Africa to Australia, and his early entrepreneurial ventures.
You will learn about the challenges of being the CEO of TAXIBOX and how Ben tackled them. Moreover, you will hear about his exciting leap into the US market through a groundbreaking partnership with UHaul America. This story perfectly exemplifies triumph, resilience, and entrepreneurial tenacity.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 - 41min - 497 - #419 Kouk Bonus: What to expect from the RBA's last 2023 meeting
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Fri, 01 Dec 2023 - 33min - 496 - #418 The Language of Success: Willow & Blake's Impact on Frank Body's Branding
Jess Hatzis and Bree Johnson are the masterminds behind Willow and Blake, and Frank Body. Frank Body started as an experimental project and quickly became a force to be reckoned with, now valued at over $100 million. Learn how Frank Body's groundbreaking branding strategy and social media tactics helped it rise to the top of the beauty industry.
But the success of Frank Body isn't only about its products - it's also due to the visionary work of Willow & Blake, a creative agency that designed Frank Body's identity. Discover how Willow & Blake, renowned for their work with start-ups and challenger brands, brought their unique expertise to Frank Body, creating a visual and communicative masterpiece that resonated globally.
Get a glimpse into the brand's philosophy, where every word and tone is carefully curated, understanding the enormous impact language has on building or breaking a brand.
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Mon, 27 Nov 2023 - 42min - 495 - Why a Multi BILLION Dollar Company Decided To list On The ASX: Going Public w/ Richard White from WiseTech Global
WithStake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the third episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.
Richard White is the founder and CEO of WiseTech Global (ASX: WTC), an Australian tech success story providing leading logistics management software globally. The company offers software solutions for the international logistics industry, with offices in Australia & New Zealand, the Americas, Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
The company was listed on the ASX in 2016 under the ticker WTC.
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Sun, 26 Nov 2023 - 45min - 494 - #417 Stripe: Strategies for Business Success in 2024, Navigating Online Transactions and Boosting Revenue
Stripe is a financial technology company that provides payment processing software and infrastructure for online transactions.
The company's core business is to enable businesses to accept and manage payments online. Karl Durrance is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in IT and leadership.
He is currently responsible for overseeing Stripe's operations in Australia and New Zealand, where he has been instrumental in driving the company's growth.
Karl shares his insights on how Stripe has evolved from a simple online payment processor to an infrastructure business that supports startups and optimizes payment experiences. He provides valuable perspectives on how companies can navigate the constantly evolving startup landscape while boosting recurring revenue. Karl's deep knowledge of business finances and the future of the internet economy is evident in his discussion of Stripe's impact and his anticipation of trends for 2024.
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Mon, 20 Nov 2023 - 51min - 493 - #416 Empowering Pleasure: Navigating Success in the Pleasure Industry with Girls Get Off
Girls Get Off is a female sex toy brand that normalises female pleasure founded by Viv Conway and Jo Cummins in 2020.
The business goal is to be fun, relatable, and safe and to normalise buying sex toys. Girls Get Off has taken off, growing a huge online presence with their social content, including “Sunday confessions”, where they share anonymous sex confessions from their more than 70,000 Instagram followers.
In a world where advertising rules, funding pressures, and social stigmas constrain businesses in the pleasure industry, learn how Girls Get Off is marketed despite censorship.
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Mon, 13 Nov 2023 - 44min - 492 - #415 Navigating the Investment Landscape with Silicon Valley investor Maurice Werdegar
Maurice Werdegar has been an important figure in Silicon Valley since the 1990s.
With his extensive background, including serving as the Chairman at Western Technology Investment (WTI) and his prior roles as a Venture Partner at Outlook Ventures and Chief Investment Officer at MetaMarkets, Maurice brings a wealth of experience to the table.
He is not just an investor but a part of tech history, having made the first institutional check into Facebook.
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Mon, 06 Nov 2023 - 1h 00min - 491 - #414 Kouk Bonus: What could lead to a November rate rise?
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Fri, 03 Nov 2023 - 43min - 490 - #413 Profitable Sustainability: How BioPak's CEO Gary Smith Turned Green into Gold
Gary Smith is the CEO of B Corporation, BioPak, an award-winning, global leader in compostable single-use packaging that provides innovative, plant-based alternatives to food service plastics and helps businesses work towards a circular economy.
In the infancy of BioPak, interest in sustainably sourced, compostable foodservice packaging was very low.
In over a decade, BioPak has disrupted an industry and continues to help businesses across the globe reduce the environmental impact of their operations.
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Mon, 30 Oct 2023 - 54min - 489 - AI For Multi-Mission Threat Protection: Going Public w/ Oleg Vornik from Droneshield
WithStake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the third episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.
Oleg Vornik is the CEO and Managing Director of DroneShield (ASX: DRO), an Australian and U.S. publicly listed company providing C-UAS (counter-drone) protection, focusing on Radio Frequency sensing, Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning, Sensor Fusion, Electronic Warfare, Rapid Prototyping and MIL-SPEC manufacturing.
The company was listed on the ASX in 2016 under the ticker DRO.
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Sun, 29 Oct 2023 - 40min - 488 - #412 Who is Elijah?: Transforming Coachella Inspiration into a $20 Million Business
Raquel Bouris was the visionary entrepreneur who defied scepticism to create a thriving unisex perfume brand valued at $20 million. At just 23 years old, Raquel boldly invested $12,000 into her dream of establishing a genderless fragrance business.
The unisex perfume brand has redefined modern femininity and masculinity. With its meteoric rise, Who Is Elijah's unisex fragrances are now available in prestigious retailers like David Jones, Sephora, Adore Beauty, THE ICONIC, and even internationally in the UK and US.
Raquel and Adam Bouris share their recent journey to New York Fashion Week in September 2023, where their brand continues to make waves in fashion and fragrance.
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Mon, 23 Oct 2023 - 53min - 487 - #411 MATE: Disrupting a Traditional Industry With Innovation And Backyard Grit
MATE is Australia's largest independently owned telco, with a 100% sales growth since its conception in 2015.
Mark Fazio, General Manager of Sales and Marketing and his twin brother, David Fazio, CEO of MATE, started as a two-person show in their aunty's backyard in Western Sydney.
Mark's experience in sales and marketing spans 19 years in leading technology and entertainment companies, including Microsoft, where his roles included Asia Field Marketing Lead and Asia Xbox Channel Marketing Lead.
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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 - 47min - 486 - #410 How a regional area is changing what it means to be an entrepreneur in Australia
How important is the Hunter to Australia?
Established in 2002, the Hunter Innovation Festival began as an associated event of The Australian Innovation Festival, a national event that showcased Australian innovation. The festival has evolved and grown since 2002. Still, at its core, it remains a collaboration that brings together people from throughout the community to meet, be inspired, learn and share ideas.
Alex Brennan, Hunter Innovation Festival Chair, and Brett Thomas, Partner and COO at The Melt, a new venture capital fund focusing on climate tech and hardware, join Mark to discuss the upcoming festival and how The Hunter is powering Australia.
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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 - 39min - 485 - #409 From Bondi Sands to Growth Bomb: Revolutionising the Hair Industry
Blair James, leading entrepreneur and founder of billion-dollar industry leader Bondi Sands, on his new venture, Growth Bomb, with Hamish Buckley, Co-founder and serial entrepreneur. The fastest-growing pharmaceutical brand in Australia, Growth Bomb is made from a natural ingredient, Yerba Mate, sourced directly from the Amazon Jungle - primarily used in energy drinks.
The business has grown 200% YOY, with Woolworths picking up Growth Bomb, stocking the range in 889 stores nationwide.
They are on the brink of widespread international growth, expanding into 700+ stores for Boots and SuperDrug in the UK, Singapore and New Zealand, already seeing mass sales.
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Mon, 09 Oct 2023 - 33min - 484 - #408 Seasoning the Entrepreneurial Landscape: Jordyn Evans' Mingle Journey
Mingle Seasoning founder Jordyn Evans launched the business in 2016, starting with a $40,000 investment of her savings. Two years later, the company was part of the first Australian Chobani Incubator Program.
Jordyn wanted her brand to be fun, have natural ingredients, speak to a younger audience, have personality and stand out on the shelf.
The brand is stocked in 2,500 Coles and Woolworths stores across Australia and New Zealand.
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Mon, 02 Oct 2023 - 34min - 483 - #407 Kouk Bonus: Will inflation and the mortgage cliff cause a rate increase?
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Fri, 29 Sep 2023 - 38min - 482 - #406 Major Eclectic Conference SXSW Has Entrepreneurship At Its Core: Colin Daniels
Colin Daniels is the Managing Director of one of the most anticipated events in Sydney, South By South West (SXSW).
This is the first time the world's largest creative content community conference has been exported outside of its original home of Texas and transported to the other side of the world.
Alongside the Expo, networking parties, activations, music, games and screen festivals, the SXSW Sydney Conference will be a platform for the world’s leading speakers in their fields, delivering thought-provoking sessions at the multi-layered event in the Harbour City of Sydney.
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Mon, 25 Sep 2023 - 42min - 481 - Breaking The Bank(s): Going Public w/ Joseph Healy from Judo Bank
WithStake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the second episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.
Joseph Healy is the co-founder & CEO of Aussie challenger bank Judo Bank (ASX: JDO), focused on small-to-medium enterprises that've been left behind on service by the established banks. The company was listed on the ASX in 2021 under the ticker JDO.
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Sun, 24 Sep 2023 - 34min - 480 - #405 Packaging the Future: Anaita Sarkar's Compostable Revolution with Hero Packaging
Anaita Sarkar founded Hero Packaging, an online home-compostable packaging company.
What started as a solution for her previous business, where she was using enormous amounts of plastic to ship her products, is now a global company that has sold over 20 million compostable mailers to businesses.
Anaita discusses the genesis of Hero Packaging, her eco-conscious venture that aims to replace plastic packing processes. With a deep understanding of e-commerce, marketing, and customer needs, she envisions Hero Packaging being everywhere.
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Mon, 18 Sep 2023 - 41min - 479 - #404 From Losses to Lustre: SPC Global's Resurgence with Hussein Rifai
In 2019, Hussein led a joint venture that acquired SPC in Australia. Under his leadership as chairman, SPC Global went from a 15-year financial loss to profitable results within eighteen months.
SPC Global is an Australian-based global agribusiness specialising in food manufacturing, extensive fruit processing and packing. It owns and operates a factory in Shepparton and is one of the biggest employers in the Goulburn Valley region.
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Mon, 11 Sep 2023 - 56min - 478 - #403 Navigating the Aussie Startup Journey: Wisdom from Blackbird Ventures
Nick Crocker is a general partner at Blackbird Venture Capital, former CEO of Startmate and founder or co-founder of numerous companies.
From accelerators to the Giants program, Mark and Nick explore how Blackbird is shaping the startup landscape in 2023. Understand the challenges of finding the right founder and the realities of entrepreneurship.
They explore the Australian VC scene's potential, the relationship with the government, and superfunds in funding innovation.
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Mon, 04 Sep 2023 - 52min - 477 - #402 Kouk Bonus: New RBA Governor Highlights Climate Change as Top Economic Challenge
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Fri, 01 Sep 2023 - 46min - 476 - #401 AusPost: Navigating Innovation, Business Focus, and Customer Transformation
AusPost is one of those iconic Aussie brands.
It has an influence on this country’s commerce, infrastructure, employment, and social fabric.
Gary Starr is the Executive General Manager, Parcel, Post & eCommerce Services at AusPost.
Gary and Mark discuss how an old government-owned organisation such as AusPost continues to innovate, how to avoid getting distracted in business and why the company wants to change how it manages its customer base.
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Mon, 28 Aug 2023 - 54min - 475 - How to Bring Life-Saving Aussie Tech to a Global Market: Going Public w/ Scott Kirkland from EM Vision
There's a lot of talk about how we can best commercialise world-leading Aussie R&D - is a public listing part of the solution?
WithStake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the first episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.
Scott Kirkland is the co-founder & CEO of Aussie medical technology company EMVision (ASX: EMV) - which is developing portable electromagnetic microwave imaging solutions to reduce the burden of strokes.
What expertise do you need beyond engineering to bring cutting-edge R&D to market, how does going public change the day-to-day for an executive, and how can your business leverage the actual value of disruptive technology: accessibility?
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Sun, 27 Aug 2023 - 30min - 474 - #400 Rising, Falling, and Rising Again: The Unstoppable Journey of kikki.K Founder Kristina Karlsson Through Two Administrations
Kristina Karlsson founded the luxury stationery business kikki.K. and established a network of 120 award-winning retail stores across five countries over 20 years.
So why did the business go into administration not once but twice?
Kristina's newest venture, TheDreamLifeStore, showcases a curated collection of customizable stationery and inspiring gifts. This endeavour continues to capture the hearts of fans who fell in love with her design approach at kikki. K.
Kristina reflects on her remarkable journey of glittering success, heartbreak, and resilience. Her story serves as a beacon of hope for anyone striving to achieve their dreams, reminding us that with determination no matter the challenges faced.
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Tue, 22 Aug 2023 - 46min - 473 - #399 A pulse check on the economy with financial commentator Effie Zahos
Recent research suggests mortgage borrowers are facing the highest housing costs relative to income since at least 1984, slashing the amount of cash they have spare to spend in the community.
Effie Zahos is known for making complex financial concepts simple and accessible to all Australians.
Effie is Editor-at-Large at Canstar, sits on the board of Ecstra Foundation, and is an Independent Director of InvestSMART.
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Mon, 14 Aug 2023 - 52min - 472 - #398 From THE ICONIC To TBC: Why no one is immune to life's curveballs
Erica Berchtold is best known for her last role as CEO of THE ICONIC, one of Australia's leading online market retailers. When Erica accepted the position of CEO at Best & Less in early 2023, she didn't think she would be out of a job before she even started.
Find out why Erica decided to leave THE ICONIC and the recent news about her role at Best & Less Group. Erica candidly shares her approach to unemployment, the importance of being proactive and finding support during tough times.
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Mon, 07 Aug 2023 - 42min - 471 - #397 Leadership Expert Reveals the Secret to Getting the Perfect Mentor: Scott Jeffrey Miller
Scott Jeffrey Miller, Executive Vice President of Thought Leadership at Franklin Covey, is a great management thinking curator.
Scott and Mark delve into the world of mentorship, exploring how to select and become a mentor and what to do and avoid on both sides.
Scott shares his insights on mentoring in a post-pandemic, hybrid work world and how leaders can differentiate between urgency and importance.
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Mon, 31 Jul 2023 - 50min - 470 - #396 Kouk Bonus: Will the RBA put rates on hold as consumer spending falls?
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Fri, 28 Jul 2023 - 32min - 469 - #395 Flora & Fauna Founder: What they don't tell you about selling your business
Julie Mathers is the founder and former CEO of eco-business Flora & Fauna, but soon after selling the business to BWX, the cult business lost the strength of its customer base.
This is a story about a business decision made by Julie to buy back her company after the cosmetics group BWX entered liquidation.
Mathers discusses the company's challenges, successes, and relaunch plans after buying back the business.
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Mon, 24 Jul 2023 - 1h 00min - 468 - #394 Punching Above Limits: Lessons in Training and Building a Niche Business with ETHOS Performance
Meer Awny is the founder and Managing Director of ETHOS Performance, a specialist gym located in Silverwater, founded in 2018.
From his humble upbringing in Sydney's western suburbs to training renowned fighters like George Kambosos Jr. and Tai 'Bam Bam' Tuivasa, Meer shares his story of building a thriving business in the niche industry of strength training for combat athletes.
Discover the resilience, determination, and lessons learned along the way, including navigating through the challenges of COVID and building a network from the ground up.
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Mon, 17 Jul 2023 - 47min - 467 - #393 Disrupting Finance: Unleashing BullionFX and Redefining the Monetary Landscape
While tech giants like Apple and Tesla have already left their mark on the industry, untapped opportunities are still waiting to be seized. Enter blockchain technology, the disruptive force that has captured the imaginations of crypto enthusiasts worldwide. But how do we separate the hype from the game-changers?
Stephen Moss is the founder and CEO of BullionFX- a decentralised, scalable, and future-proofing financial ecosystem underpinned by a new gold standard.
So what makes BullionFX different from other blockchain plays caught out as the crypto tide receded?
Can the monolithic banking industry be challenged?
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Mon, 10 Jul 2023 - 42min - 466 - #392 Immigrant Roots and Unyielding Grit: How Ruslan Kogan Thrived by Defying Downturns in Business
"I've been running this company like there's a downturn since day one."
Ruslan Kogan is the founder and CEO of Kogan.com, an online retailer specialising in consumer electronics and household goods. Kogan.com was established in 2006 and has since become one of Australia's largest e-commerce companies.
Although Kogan.com has faced various challenges, its founder's immigrant roots remain his guiding light. Hear how to keep going even when the going gets tough in business.
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Mon, 03 Jul 2023 - 48min - 465 - #391 Kouk Bonus: Why Unemployment is the Key Indicator for the RBA
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Fri, 30 Jun 2023 - 35min - 464 - #390 Surviving the Storm: The role of customer service during an economic downturn
Bill Gremos is an entrepreneur who grew up behind his parents' fast-food and convenience stores.
From starting as a teenage market trader to founding the household name DecoRug, Bill has been in business since the age of 17.
Having sold and exited from DecoRug, he has now founded HomeMakerCentral, Australia's first eShopping Home SuperCentre exclusively for well-known homeware retailers such as Barbeques Galore, Beds n Dreams, and Villeroy & Boch. The e-commerce platform empowers established bricks-and-mortar retailers to 'muscle-up' against pure-play online competition.
Gremos shares how he navigated the challenges of the global financial crisis and why customer service is integral to survival.
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Mon, 26 Jun 2023 - 52min - 463 - #389 Employer v Employee Expectations: Low productivity, WFH and shift in human behaviour
How do you build a culture people can’t wait to join and don’t want to leave?
Shelley Johnson has led human resources teams for over a decade, coaching executives and business owners to become the leader they wish they had, build a dream team, and create a culture that has people talking — and applying.
Mark and Shelley delve into the intricacies of managing people in the workplace, recognising the importance of HR in handling difficult situations, utilising organisational psychology to encourage behavioural shifts, and addressing ethical dilemmas.
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Mon, 19 Jun 2023 - 1h 02min - 462 - #388 From Condoms to Pimple Patches: Michael Porter's Journey of Innovation and Success
Michael Porter's family runs Australia's leading condom business – Four Seasons.
Porter's background in Marketing & PR, having previously worked for Ogilvy & M&C Saatchi, has developed his ability to seek out opportunities in and outside of the family business.
He established Skin Control in July 2019 whilst helping grow the Four Seasons condom brand (taking a page out of the Wizard book - one of the ads created was banned from Aussie TV.)
Over the past 12 months, Skin Control has grown by over 175% year on year and sells a packet of Pimple Patches every 10 seconds.
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Mon, 12 Jun 2023 - 43min - 461 - #387 Exploring Systems, Leadership, and Changing Mindsets: Jack Manning-Bancroft
Jack Manning-Bancroft is a proud Bundjalung man and the founder of AIME - a mentoring and educational movement he started back studying at the University of Sydney.
He doesn’t call himself CEO, director or any of that, but he loves the work they do.
Jack is driven by how we can create a fairer world, and his thinking is now drawn to the bigger picture - about how we can change the way we organise our world.
This chat is all about challenging assumptions. About challenging the way we live, lead, & think.
This podcast expands your horizons about the systems that run our world and how you can change your thinking to change how you live and do business.
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Sat, 10 Jun 2023 - 1h 02min - 460 - #386 How this CEO redirected his drive for competitive sports into business after a near-death experience
After a near-death experience and mental breakdown, Tristan Sternson redirected his drive for sports into a thriving business career.
Tristan Sternson is an Australian tech industry pioneer and the global co-lead of Singtel company NCS NEXT. From transforming underperforming companies to international success, Tristan's journey is one of resilience and determination.
Discover how he overcame obstacles, found his breakthrough, and became a leader in the digital tech industry.
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Mon, 05 Jun 2023 - 45min - 459 - #385 Kouk Bonus: Does the economy need to break before we can repair?
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Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 36min - 458 - #384 Unlocking Minds: The Future of Brain-Computer Interfaces
Professor Nicholas Opie is a biomedical engineer and world expert in brain-computer interface technology.
He and Thomas Oxley co-founded Synchron, a leading brain-computer interface company.
Learn about their groundbreaking brain implant, the Stenrode, enabling paralyzed individuals to control digital devices with their thoughts.
Mark and Nicholas discuss the challenges of transitioning revolutionary brain-computer interface technology from academic research to the market.
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Mon, 29 May 2023 - 40min - 457 - #383 The key to pushing ahead in business: BOA Daniel Hakim
Every business owner deserves access to a like-minded community.
Daniel Hakim is the co-founder of BOA (Business Owners App) established by the team behind Australia’s members-only Club of United Business (CUB).
BOA is a new business-focused social media platform aims to create an even access to networking for business owners.
Mark and Daniel examine the essential elements that business owners truly need, including the energy derived from connecting with like-minded individuals.
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Mon, 22 May 2023 - 44min - 456 - #382 Staying Ahead in the Activewear Game: Insights from Lorna Jane Clarkson
Activewear isn't a new phenomenon.
Lorna Jane Clarkson is the founder of the activewear apparel company Lorna Jane.
With a global presence and a name that's become synonymous with activewear, Lorna Jane shares how her business continues to innovate and stay relevant amidst a growing number of competitors in the market.
Mark and Lorna dive into the key differentiators that set Lorna Jane's brand apart, the importance of fostering innovative thinking within her team, and what inspires her as a founder.
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Mon, 15 May 2023 - 51min - 455 - #381 Getting the future of the gig economy right with Uber's Dominic Taylor
Dom Taylor, the managing director of Uber ANZ, discusses the company's evolution over the years, and what the future of the gig economy looks like.
Synonymous with the gig economy, Uber have created a product that is loved by customers and contractors who value the freedom & flexibility of the platform.
How does a business that created a new industry, continue to evolve and grow?
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Mon, 08 May 2023 - 40min - 454 - #380 Revolutionising industries and transforming business processes with robotic tech
Drones can potentially transform many industries and provide a range of benefits to businesses.
Established in 2012, Sphere Group(‘Sphere Drones, Curo, Paris Radio’) is an Australian robotics technology (airborne, land borne, waterborne) communication. Third-generation Paris Cockinos is the CEO of a team of 35 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines.
Sphere Group uses drones to build safer work practices, visualise and inspect the uninspected and at least realise unparalleled business process efficiencies using air, land and water roving technologies.
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Mon, 01 May 2023 - 41min - 453 - #379 Cashflow is King: How to master the art of financial forecasting
Naked Sundays is a sunscreen brand that was founded by former TV presenter Sam Brett.
The brand focuses on creating sunscreen sprays that can be worn over makeup and are sold across beauty retailers like Mecca and Revolve in the US.
Sam Brett has built a brand that strongly emphasises cash flow management and is known for her disciplined approach to business operations.
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Mon, 24 Apr 2023 - 57min - 452 - #378 Offcuts: MMA with Nick Langton
Mark Bouris and Nick Langton, co-CEO of Trainalta discuss their love of MMA.
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Mon, 17 Apr 2023 - 12min - 451 - #377 The Future of MMA: Scaling, Technology, and Entrepreneurship
Nick Langton is a former financial services executive turned entrepreneur who is now the co-CEO of Train Alta.
Alta Global Group's platform, trainalta.com, has seen rapid uptake recently and is on track to have 10,000 gyms on board by Q3 2023. The platform targets fitness classes for the growing mixed martial arts (MMA) sports market, with more than 100,000 gyms worldwide. The partnership with US-based UFC GYM has helped drive platform uptake, and Alta is aiming for revenue of $5.56m for FY 2023 and $60m by FY 2026.
Mark and Nick also discuss the challenges of matching customers with the right gym experience and retaining them as lifelong clients. The conversation delves into the barriers for consumers and how a marketplace built on technology can help scale the industry globally.
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Mon, 17 Apr 2023 - 41min - 450 - #376 Building a Fintech during 'Tech Wreck': Challenges, innovations, and managing shareholders
Zeller is a fintech company co-founded by CEO Ben Pfisterer. The company is based in Melbourne, Australia, and is focused on providing modern banking services to its customers.
Last year, Zeller raised $100 million in a Series B to claim unicorn status in record time.
Ben Pfisterer discusses the fintech space and Zeller, a new Australian payment solutions company. He also shares his insights on the tech industry, highlighting the need for caution and careful spending in a rapidly changing market.
Mark and Ben also discuss the importance of finding the right investors and how to pitch to potential partners.
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Mon, 10 Apr 2023 - 54min - 449 - #375 Knowing When to Fold: Tips for walking away from business without regrets
After four years as CEO, Nick Hazell is stepping away from an active role at v2food, the Australia-based producer of plant-based meat substitutes.
Hazell, a former R&D leader at Masterfoods and PepsiCo, led the charge at v2food with a passion for the future of food and our planet.
Under his leadership, the company's value increased from $2 million to over $500 million in just two and a half years.
The company, a partnership between Competitive Foods Australia and Main Sequence Ventures, produces plant-based meat alternatives using protein extracted from legumes. Phil Morle, a Partner at Main Sequence Ventures, is also involved.
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Mon, 03 Apr 2023 - 48min - 448 - #374 Kouk Bonus: When will inflation return to target?
This is a bonus episode with leading economist Stephen Koukoulas and Mark Bouris.
It’s that time again when leading economist Stephen Koukoulas bring you a bonus episode in the lead-up to April 2023 RBA announcement.
Visit https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/ to learn more.
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Fri, 31 Mar 2023 - 36min - 447 - #373 The wellness market is predicted to be worth $1.5 trillion: Life Cykel
Life Cykelwas co-founded by Julian Mitchell and Ryan Creed in 2015 when they decided to collect coffee waste from Australian cafes and restaurants and use it to grow gourmet mushrooms, which they could sell back to the community.
Once the coffee waste had been used to grow mushrooms, it could be used as an organic fertiliser.
They were creating a closed-loop system and beginning their mission to inspire new attitudes towards food production, waste products and mushrooms.
Since then, Joe Rogan has endorsed the product, with the company growing by 400% yearly.
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Mon, 27 Mar 2023 - 40min - 446 - #372 Bonus: Labor's crackdown on franking credits the start of dismantling franking system?
Fund manager Geoff Wilson has made of Wilson Asset Management says that changes to the franking system by the Federal Labor government will significantly impact companies.
The franking credit system was introduced by then-treasurer Paul Keating in 1985 to stop the double taxation of dividends. Franking credits, or imputation credits, are tax credits paid alongside company dividends for imputed tax already paid by an Australian company.
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Fri, 24 Mar 2023 - 30min - 445 - #371 The cost in being boring and why most businesses suck at this
Why being dull is costing you money?
Marion Farrelly is known as the CEO whisperer. She has led the biggest reality TV shows to hit our screens, including Big Brother, Celebrity Apprentice, and Farmer Wants A Wife.
Maz specialises in creative content, training & strategy around engagement or what some would describe as a street fighting psychologist.
If you tell an amazing story, your business will change.
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Mon, 20 Mar 2023 - 47min - 444 - #370 Struggling with financial stress? Advice from Melissa Caddick receivers liquidator
Currently, entrepreneurs are battling the rising cost of doing business on top of the increasing cost of living. So what is one to do when it all gets overwhelming?
Bruce Gleeson has helped individuals and SMEs for over 25 years with advice, restructuring, crisis management and tips on dealing with the anxiety of financial stress. He's also taking care of Sydney's most significant fraud case - in this case, liquidating the assets of Melissa Caddick's estate.
Bruce discusses managing financial stress, including how to 'compartmentalise' the issues and determine options for your small businesses.
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Mon, 13 Mar 2023 - 49min - 443 - #369 L'Oréal Australia: Learn how a multinational company manages a crisis
"You're not moving forward if you don't try to challenge the status quo."
Rodrigo Pizarro is the CEO of L'Oreal Australia & New Zealand, leading the local arm of global cosmetics and its 40 brands for eight years.
He has accelerated the company’s digital transformation and an integrated CRM program, embedding the use of tracking tools to monitor and measure social media activity to advance the local L’Oréal e-commerce business.
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Mon, 06 Mar 2023 - 50min - 442 - #368 Kouk Bonus: Will we get another rate rise from the RBA this March?
Are we in for another rate rise?
This is a bonus episode with leading economist Stephen Koukoulas and Mark Bouris.
It’s that time again when leading economist Stephen Koukoulas bring you a bonus episode in the lead-up to March 2023 RBA announcement.
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Fri, 03 Mar 2023 - 40min - 441 - #367 How to navigate rapid international expansion successfully: Ultra Violette
Ultra Violette has experienced immense growth in four short years in Australia and internationally.
Ava Chandler-Matthews and Bec Jefferd are the co-founders of the high-end beauty care brand Ultra Violette. The product combines skincare and sunscreen with its main product Supreme Screen Hydrating SKINSCREEN™ SPF50+, selling every 30 seconds globally.
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Mon, 27 Feb 2023 - 38min - 440 - #366 Could Gen Zs expectations at work revolutionise business productivity?
Gen Z doesn't want to start from the bottom.
Madison Stefanis is the 22-year-old founder of the reusable film camera brand 35mm Co.
Launching in 2021, the business has rolled over $2 million in sales in its first year of operation.
As a member of gen z, Maddison shares her own experience dealing with the challenges of leading her generation.
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Mon, 20 Feb 2023 - 47min - 439 - #365 Should you consider scaling your business during an economic downturn?
Bali Body founders David Oosterloo and Laura Foley have built a self-made business that continues to be self-funded.
Bali Body is a top Australian skincare brand, selling a product online every 45 seconds, 24 hours a day.
Mark and Bali Body discuss how Chat GPT can be a tool utilised in your business, scaling during an economic downturn and looking for the right influencer today to communicate your brand.
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Mon, 13 Feb 2023 - 49min - 438 - #364 Moulding a 116-year-old business into a global experiential enterprise: Winning Group
John Winning Jr. is the CEO and fourth generation of his 116-year-old family-owned business, Winning Group.
John's experience spans across retail, logistics, hospitality, technology, & media.
The Winning Group have debuted 3-day not-for-profit event called HumanKind with all proceeds going to AIME.
3-day event – Luna Park, Sydney 16 – 18 March 2023
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Mon, 06 Feb 2023 - 45min - 437 - #363 Kouk Bonus: What can we expect from the RBA in 2023?
Where are we headed for the next 12 months?
This is a bonus episode with Mark Bouris and leading economist Stephen Koukoulas.
They discuss the economic performance during December '22 and January '23, speculate on the RBA's February announcement and what we might expect for 2023.
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Fri, 03 Feb 2023 - 30min - 436 - #362 Save money, time and energy by adopting a growth marketing mindset: Insight Timer
Nicho Plowman is the co-founder of the world's #1 meditation app, Insight Timer, with 22 million active users worldwide.
He is a meditation teacher to some of the country's top CEOs and bosses. Nicho spent most of his 20s working at ESPN and signing major multi-million dollar media deals like the rights to the Superbowl. He was burning the candle at both ends and partying non-stop.
From there, he went on to run a sports betting tech company, raising millions over his time there while suffering chronic back pain, abusing drugs and alcohol and using meditation to try and keep it all at bay. At this time, he decided to overhaul his life completely, meditation had eased his pain and abated his vices, but he realised it could do even more than that; he saw it as the key to business success and balance.
And the proof is in the pudding, with the success of Insight Timer and his loyal corporate clientele that swear by his teachings for their personal and professional lives.
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Mon, 30 Jan 2023 - 56min - 435 - #361 What should you do if someone is copying your product? Triangl co-founder Erin Deering
From pioneering neoprene cuts and the influencer effect, Erin Deering, alongside her co-founder, successfully grew Triangl swimwear into a USD$200 million-valued company that gained cult status with women around the world.
Following her exit in 2018, Erin went on a four-year journey of self-discovery after experiencing the highest of highs and the lowest of lows and now, is launching a strategic advisory business to educate other women on how to achieve balance, while simultaneously chasing their dreams.
Through one on one workshops, online and group sessions, the business will build a community and allow women to connect, while providing mentoring on four main facets of life - motherhood, business, wellness/mental health and fashion.
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Mon, 23 Jan 2023 - 48min - 434 - #360 Should you increase your spending during a financial down period? The Good Crisp Co.
If you had to move your family from a little place in Adelaide…to The States…for your business, would you?
Matt Parry, the founder of The Good Crisp Company, moved his three daughters and wife out of the city of churches to the western US state of Colorado.
Matt delves into his experience with trying to crack into our supermarkets and why he decided to take a leap of faith and bring an Aussie brand to the states.
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Mon, 16 Jan 2023 - 46min - 433 - #359 Powerful Steps: Building brand structure using your best asset – YOU
Tory Archbold first found success in her twenties, leading one of Australia's most sought-after PR agencies, Torstar.
She's partnered with top brands and celebrities like Drew Barrymore, Megan Gale, George Clooney, Zara, Nespresso and Victoria’s Secret.
Tory shares the framework of her success through her business coaching platform, Powerful Steps.
Powerful Steps www.powerful-steps.com
Self Belief is Your Superpower pre-order the book here
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Mon, 09 Jan 2023 - 40min - 432 - #358 Best of 2022: A countdown of your top 5
Reflect on your favourite Mentor episodes of 2022.
Thanks for tuning in for a fantastic year.
Make sure you check out the full episodes:
5. Are you holding your business back? Finding success through self-awareness & healing: Iris Smit
4. Disputify: Why you should be backing yourself and aspiring for more
2. The Inspired Unemployed: Monetising fun and audience
1. Building a brand that catches the attention of Amazon: Gavin Rubinstein
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Mon, 02 Jan 2023 - 34min - 431 - #357 2022 Wrap: House prices, COVID, war, crypto crash
Mark Bouris and the team reflect on 2022.
How have interest rates, house prices, COVID, and the war in Ukraine impacted Australia and the globe?
Thank you for sticking around for another year, and looking forward to seeing you again in 2023!
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Mon, 26 Dec 2022 - 45min - 430 - #356 How to get your product onto supermarket shelves: Sundae Body
Getting your product into one of the major supermarkets is a rigorous process.
How did body wash brand Sundae Bodydo this before their product even existed?
In one year, they’ve moved 14 million units.
But remember that there are upsides and downsides to getting your product onto their shelves. (You must be comfortable with how a 14-year-old stores your product.)
Sundae Body co-founder and CEO Lizzie Waley explains her process and strategy. We also discuss playing defensively for 2023 because I know there’s a lot of concern about a potential recession.
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Mon, 19 Dec 2022 - 35min - 429 - #355 This undervalued market can make or break your brand's success: Mumpower
Mums are the most powerful consumers in the world and control around $23 trillion in global annual spending.
And yet, this market continues to be undervalued in the business space.
Christie Nicholas is the founder and CEO of Mumpower – Australia’s first marketing agency exclusively representing brands mums buy.
Mark Bouris and Christie discuss the influence mothers have as the financial decision-makers of the household, how they are reacting to the current economic climate, and how can your business leverage this.
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Mon, 12 Dec 2022 - 36min - 428 - #354 Clean Waters Oceania: How to gain the attention your product deserves
Some parts of Australia do not have access to clean drinking water and are disproportionately remote indigenous areas.
WaterGen and Clean Waters have developed atmospheric water generators that produce between 30-6000 litres of high-quality drinking water daily in varying climates.
Installing a Watergen device requires no plumbing, refills or pre-existing infrastructure.
Director Will Jefferies and CEO Peter Yialas chat with Mark Bouris about "government red tape", attracting interest and creating the right publicity stunt.
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Mon, 05 Dec 2022 - 57min - 427 - #353 Bonus: Australian Economy: Should we be more optimistic about 2023?
This is a bonus episode with leading economist Stephen Koukoulas and Jonathan Liondis.
It’s that time again when leading economist Stephen Koukoulas bring you a bonus episode in the lead-up to December’s RBA announcement. Joining him is Jonathan Liondis.
It’s been a big year, so there’s plenty to talk about.
In this bonus episode, you learn what happened in November, reflect on 2022 and where we’re headed for 2023.
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Sat, 03 Dec 2022 - 45min - 426 - #352 How to avoid hiring the wrong person for your business: WithYouWithMe
WithYouWithMe created a technology that leverages innovative psychometric testing to identify people with the aptitude to thrive in tech-based roles which may otherwise be overlooked. It then builds their skills to be employment-ready through accredited digital skills training.
Tom Moore is an Australian military veteran and CEO and Co-founder of WithYouWithMe.
The ‘social impact’ company has rapidly expanded to support other under-represented groups, including neurodivergent individuals, Indigenous communities and refugees.
If you or anyone you know needs help:
StandBy — Support After Suicide on 1300 727 247Lifeline on 13 11 14Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636Headspace on 1800 650 890****
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Mon, 28 Nov 2022 - 45min - 425 - #351 Overcoming addiction to creating a globally recognised product: Tom Gozney
If you’re looking for motivation, you must listen to this episode with Tom Gozney.
As an English-born kid growing up, Tom’s trajectory was far from the path of an entrepreneur.
This led him to create the world’s first portable pizza oven.
Gozney ovens are loved by big names like Richard Branson, co-founder of Instagram Mikey Kreiger and top chefs like Matty Matheson.
Tom and Mark discuss how to truly make a “thoughtful product”, the engineering process of modernising and scaling a traditional product.
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Mon, 21 Nov 2022 - 46min - 424 - #350 LANOlips: How to get your product in the hands of a celebrity without paying for it
LANOlipsis a lanolin-based product and is the brainchild of Kirsten Carriol.
It’s a balm you’ll see across all the luxury cosmetic retailers, including Mecca, Sephora, and David Jones, and the major international retailers like Macy’s, Boots and Ulta.
What’s attractive to customers is its multitasking ability – it hydrates, penetrates and seizes moisture into the skin.
Kirsten and Mark discuss how you protect your IP from the start and not fall into rookie traps, how to get your foot in the door of a global, oversaturated market and the trick to a celebrity endorsement.
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