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The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are Australia’s most prestigious awards for achievements in scientific research and research-based innovation. The 2024 Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation was received by Professor Andrew F Wilks & Dr Chris Burns who are credited with the invention of momelotinib a drug to help treat myelofibrosis, a rare form of blood cancer that impacts one in 100,0...

Navigating the world of alternative assets requires not just technical expertise, but a deep understanding of what investors across different markets truly value. Few people have had to adapt to those shifting demands as much as our guest today, Claire Smith. From Sydney to London and now back to Australia, Claire’s career has taken her across global financial hubs, where she has raised billions f...

Building a global technology company from scratch is no easy feat—but building one out of a demountable office in an industrial business park is something else entirely. That’s exactly how TechnologyOne began. What started in the car park of JL Mactaggart Industries with a small investment and a big idea has since grown into one of Australia’s most successful enterprise software companies, now wor...

For many people in finance, the dream is to one day work in New York—the global hub of capital markets, where deals are made, trends are set, and some of the biggest investment opportunities are uncovered. Our next guest, William Liu, is living that dream. As a research analyst at Wilson Asset Management, he sits in New York, covering global equities for WAM —all at a relatively young age. Will’s...

The transition to a cleaner energy future is one of the biggest challenges—and opportunities—of our time. Critical minerals, the energy transition, and the innovation imperative for mining are all at the center of this global shift. Few people understand this landscape better than our guest today, Peter Bryant. As the Board Chair of Clareo and Co-Founder of the Development Partner Institute, Peter...

The ability to apply a specific skillset across vastly different industries is a rare and valuable talent. Our next guest, Mitch Hooke AM, has done this exceptionally well. From pioneering reduced tillage farming systems on the Darling Downs to shaping market-oriented grain policies at the Grains Council of Australia, and later driving sustainable development as CEO of the Minerals Council of Aust...

Starting a transformative business is a bold move—but starting one with your brother, and only five years out of university, takes vision and confidence. In 1987, Terry Paule and his brother Spiro founded Financial Index, now known as Findex, with the goal of revolutionizing how Australians approach accounting and advisory services. What began as an innovative idea has grown into a national powerh...

Moving toward net zero is one of the defining challenges of our time, and ensuring that this transition is both effective and sustainable requires careful, considered leadership. Few people are better placed to navigate this than our next guest, Tania Constable, CEO of the Minerals Council of Australia. In her role, Tania is helping to push Australia in the right direction, balancing ambitious sus...

Maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit while working in a large organisation isn’t always easy, but for our next guest, Owen Hegarty, it became a defining part of his career. While at Rio Tinto, Owen saw opportunities others might have overlooked, particularly in junior resources. This mindset ultimately led him to make a bold decision—to turn down a safer, high-profile executive role at Rio Tinto...

Making the most of opportunities, no matter how far out of your comfort zone they may seem, can be the key to an extraordinary career. For our next guest, Jake Klein, this meant going to China to evaluate Chinese gold assets whilst he was still at Macquarie in his 20s. That experience not only took him halfway around the world but also set the stage for a career that would see him lead transformat...

We’ve heard countless success stories throughout our time hosting this podcast, but perhaps none are as eye-opening and truly against the odds as this one. Our next guest, Matt Kratiuk, has faced challenges that would break even the strongest among us. From experiencing homelessness as a teenager to being caught up in gang life and the grip of addiction, Matt’s story is a testament to resilience,...

Mentorship can be one of the most pivotal aspects of acareer, offering guidance when the path ahead isn’t always clear. Today’s guest, Frank Danieli, knows the power of mentorship well. Throughout his career, he’s not only sought advice from industry veterans but has also become a mentor himself, guiding others through the intricacies of private credit and finance. Starting in audit and consulting...

*On-Air at IMARC* In this week's episode Dino Otranto , CEO of Fortescue , joins us to peel the curtain back on his lessonsfrom a career in the mining industry and to share what drives him every day in his current role. Throughout the discussion we unpack some interesting discussion points with Dino including:His formative years as the son of migrants growing up in WA and how his passion for being...

Alternative investments have gone from niche to nearlyessential in today’s portfolios, offering investors the chance to diversify and seek returns uncorrelated with traditional markets. Our guest today, Stephen Darke, has spent his career at the forefront of this shift. As the CEO of Navigator Global Investments, Stephen’s work is centered on providing growth capital to alternative asset managers,...

We have heard numerous times from guests of this podcast that no career is a straight line, but today’s guest, Brett Clark, truly embodies this mindset. From studying pharmacy at UQ to building a successful online business at the height of the dotcom era, Brett’s journey has been defined by his ability to seize opportunities, adapt, and thrive—even when the odds were stacked against him. Brett’s c...

Getting an Australian life sciences business through what’s often called the "valley of death"—the treacherous journey from idea to commercialization—is no small feat. Many groundbreaking innovations get stuck in this phase, often starved of the capital and support they need to reach the market. Today’s guest, Anthony Liveris, is one of the few who are boldly tackling this challenge. Through his w...

Known for his strategic insights and innovative approach to financial services, our next guest, Mike Davis, is a trailblazer in the realm of private credit lending in Australia. As the Founder and Managing Director of Causeway Financial, Mike has been instrumental in shaping the landscape of alternative finance, providing crucial capital to small and medium enterprises that are the backbone of Aus...

We have all heard stories of the investment banking industry and the high-octane environment in which its people operate. Our next guest took that very industry by the scruff of the neck and by the ripe old age of 28 was Managing Director of UBS. All I can say is that Will & I better get cracking. Andrew Pridham, an ambitious and hardworking young man from Adelaide who had built a sound unders...

With a career that bridges the worlds of science, entrepreneurship, and venture capital, this week’s guest, Anne-Marie Birkill, has left an indelible mark on Australia’s innovation landscape. With a background rooted in science and ecology, Anne-Marie’s career is a testament to her passion for turning groundbreaking ideas into commercial success stories. From her early days leading companies witho...

Navigating a dynamic career across law, politics, and corporate governance, this week’s guest, Andrew Fraser, has been at the forefront of significant developments in both the public and private sectors. Starting as a young law and commerce graduate, Andrew quickly made a name for himself by stepping into the public eye as the State Member for Mount Coot-tha at just 27 years old. His meteoric rise...

'Patient capital invested across public and private markets, building long-term intergenerational wealth.' This is the line that our next guests live by. This week's guests are Nathan Robertson and Josh Derrington from Brisbane-based family office advisory firm, Alvia Asset Partners. From humble beginnings and valuable lessons learned in their early careers to the inception and growth...

Starting his career with a strong foundation in strategic communications, our next guest has built an impressive legacy in the industry. From the inception of his one-person operation to becoming a recognized leader, he has consistently demonstrated innovative thinking and exceptional leadership. Geoff Rodgers OAM began his journey with humble beginnings, learning invaluable lessons from his first...

From her beginnings in engineering to discovering a passion for occupational therapy, our next guest's journey is nothing short of inspiring. She navigated the challenges of a thyroid cancer diagnosis after discovering it herself in her first year of anatomy and emerged stronger, channelling her experiences into a life of helping others and driving innovation. Amelia St Baker's early caree...