Agency

Omer Shai is the Chief Marketing Officer of Wix, one of the world’s leading website and digital platforms. For over 17 years he has helped scale Wix to more than 250 million users worldwide and has led landmark campaigns including multiple Super Bowl ads. In this episode, Omer reflects on his journey from startup beginnings to global brand building, sharing insights on creative risk-taking, leader...

Sindy Sinn is an illustrator and designer whose bold, handmade style has become iconic in music and pop culture. His work spans collaborations with Disney, Spotify, Blink-182, Fatboy Slim, and Queens of the Stone Age, blending raw imperfection with a distinct visual punch. In this episode, Sindy shares his journey from creating posters for local bands to building a global reputation. We discuss th...

Lachlan Cameron is an investor, entrepreneur, and founder who has raised over $200 million in capital across multiple ventures. Having operated on both sides of the table, he brings a rare dual perspective on what it takes to build, fund, and scale successful businesses. In this episode, Lachlan unpacks the myths of capital raising, the nuances of debt versus equity, and the cultural differences s...

Taki Moore is one of the world’s leading business coaches, trusted by entrepreneurs like Alex Hormozi, Dan Martell, Jay Wright and many more. Over the past decade, he has trained more than 600 coaches worldwide to scale past seven figures. Known for his engaging frameworks and creative teaching style, Taki shares how to build what he calls a “Lifestyle Empire”. A business that delivers money, mean...

Vince Lebon is the founder and creative mind behind Rollie Nation, the global footwear brand celebrated for its bold designs and global reach. A multi-award-winning designer, he has scaled Rollie into an international label stocked in major markets worldwide. Vince is recognised for his innovation, storytelling, and ability to blend creativity with commerce, making him a leading voice in modern fa...

Marissa Kos is a futurist and opinion leader in the AI space, and the founder of MxM, an AI-powered marketing and business development platform. She helps business owners and brands optimise marketing, sales, operations and culture through tailored automation systems designed for scalable success. In this episode of The Agency Podcast, Marissa shares insights on the future of AI in business, the m...

Jason Georgatos is the President of Partners for Growth, a global investment firm providing tailored debt financing to high-growth companies. With over 20 years of experience in scaling businesses across the US, Australia, Asia, and Europe, Jason has become a trusted partner to ambitious founders navigating expansion. In todays conversation, he explores the nuances of growth financing, the psychol...

Poppy Reid is the Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer of Curious Media, where she has launched and led some of Australia’s most influential entertainment publications, including Rolling Stone and Variety in Australia and New Zealand. A multi-award-winning journalist and presenter, Poppy has become a leading voice in shaping the national music conversation. Today, she discusses the realities of ru...

Sophia Athas is the founder and creative director of Hatrik House, the design studio behind some of Australia’s most distinctive brand identities. She is also the co-founder of ButterBoy, a cult cookie brand known for its bold and retro branding, sell-out drops, and devoted community. We explore the psychology of brand building, the tension between scaling and authenticity, and how Sophia protects...

Chad Cohen is the founder of Fortem Media and Unofficial Run Club, known for building brands with cut-through content and strategically led storytelling. He continues to grow authentic communities and true fans. A seasoned marathon runner who has competed around the world, he brings a unique perspective on what it takes to build trust at scale. We unpack the mechanics of community-led brand buildi...

Gus Balbontin is an international keynote speaker, former Executive Director of Lonely Planet, and an insightful advisor to high-growth startups, joins us to share his extensive experience in guiding organizations through periods of significant change and fostering innovation. This episode explores critical strategies for navigating evolving market landscapes, embracing discomfort, the importance...

Richmond Dinh, the creator of the 'Tiny Challenges' method and founder of a multi-seven-figure coaching business, shares insights from helping over 1200 coaches build high-performing ventures. Richmond shares the landscape of sales, the enduring value of human connection and experience in an increasingly automated world. Expect to learn the crucial role of storytelling in communication and...

Marty Hungerford is the Chief Innovation Officer and founding partner at BRX, where he is redefining how creative agencies deliver value through technology, insight and craft. With over 25 years of experience building and guiding digital, creative and strategic teams. Marty has helped some of Australia’s most iconic brands, including Optus, Medibank, AGL and Australia Post. In this episode, we exp...

David Parsons is an award-winning expert in customer loyalty and the CEO of Ellipsis, a consultancy helping global brands like Audi, eBay, Visa, and Australia’s major banks drive growth through customer science. In this episode of The Agency Podcast, David breaks down the difference between emotional and behavioural loyalty, reveals why most brands misread what their customers  really  want, and s...

Bonnie Gillies is a seasoned beauty professional with over two decades of experience spanning fashion, film, and digital media. As the founder of the award-winning brand Basic By B, she’s built a loyal following by bridging the gap between expert knowledge and accessible beauty. In this episode, Bonnie reflects on the evolution of the industry, the rise of conscious consumerism, and the nuanced ba...

Jaryd Terkelsen is the co-founder of Beforeyouspeak Coffee, one of Australia’s fastest-growing performance coffee brands. What started as a simple idea to enhance daily performance has evolved into a global movement, stocked in over 3,000 stores and backed by elite influencers, Formula 1, and rising motorsport talent Jack Doohan. In this episode of The Agency Podcast, Jaryd shares the real story b...

Sophia Athas is the founder and creative director of Hatrik House, a creative studio shaping culture through design, content, and strategy. Known for fusing aesthetics with impact, she’s worked with brands like Sephora, Microsoft, Afterpay, Bumble and Butterboy to deliver campaigns that cut through. In this episode of The Agency Podcast, Sophia shares how she built a studio driven by instinct, exp...

Steve Chapman is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Shine and Hyro, two game-changing beverage brands shaking up the energy and hydration markets. In this episode of The Agency Podcast, Steve shares his wild journey from being sued by Facebook to building brands stocked in thousands of stores. He unpacks what it truly means to be an entrepreneur, the mindset needed to bounce back from failure...

Matt Jensen is the founder and CEO of M.J. Bale, one of Australia’s most successful menswear brands, with over 80 stores and $100 million in annual revenue. In this episode, Matt reveals how he built a legacy brand rooted in integrity, sustainability, and product obsession. He shares lessons on entrepreneurship, the harsh realities of scaling, and why putting Australian wool and craftsmanship on t...

Jack Henderson is a real estate entrepreneur with a $40 million personal property portfolio and founder of Henderson Advocacy, Endeavour Build, and Henderson Development. In this episode of The Agency Podcast, Jack unpacks the real reason people are stuck in today’s housing market, why victim mentality is holding Australians back, and how radical accountability, financial discipline, and long-term...

Lana Taylor is the co-founder of Three Birds Renovations, a multi-million-dollar business transforming the home renovation space through education, community, and content. In this episode of The Agency Podcast, Lana shares how she built one of Australia’s most beloved renovation brands, the psychology behind creating happier homes, and why authentic storytelling and community connection are the fu...

Jeremy Tang is the founder of CMAX and a pioneer in programmatic SEO, helping scale brands through AI-driven, high-intent content. In this episode of The Agency Podcast, he reveals why most SEO advice is outdated, how freshness beats backlinks, and how small brands can outrank giants by targeting the long tail. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Introd...

Paul Waddy is a globally recognised e-commerce expert, author, and strategist. He shares his e-commerce and branding lessons behind scaling brands like Showpo, Budgy Smuggler, Geedup, and Who Is Elijah to over $500M in collective revenue. In this episode, discover why most online stores fail, how to find product-market fit, and what it takes to build a sustainable e-commerce business. Book Rivyl i...

Lachlan Cameron is a property expert and Managing Director of Canopy Green, a fund focused on large-scale residential land development across Australia. With decades of experience across pharmaceuticals, tech, and property, he unpacks what it really takes to succeed in today’s housing market. This episode dives into the mindset shifts, systemic challenges, and practical strategies within the prope...

Mark Bilton is a transformative business leader and former CEO of Gloria Jean’s, with a career spanning six companies across 40 countries. In this episode, he unpacks the true essence of leadership—balancing military-inspired discipline with modern emotional intelligence. Mark reveals how transparency, humility, and empowering teams can reignite broken cultures and unlock rapid growth. Discover hi...