Books To The Boardroom

In this episode of Books to the Boardroom, we are thrilled to welcome Jacob Muraca , the accomplished COO/CFO of Bondi Sands, as our esteemed guest speaker. With his extensive experience in finance, operations, and strategic leadership, Jacob brings a wealth of knowledge and insights that are invaluable for today's business leaders. Throughout his career, Jacob has demonstrated a remarkable a...

In this insightful episode of "Books to the Boardroom," we are honoured to host Rimma Gayfullina, the financial controller at GoSee.  Recognised as the 2022 New Zealand Emerging Finance Manager, she has an extraordinary story that begins in Eastern Russia. It's here that her fascination with international accounting emerged. In our discussion, Rimma unfolds her transformative journe...

Welcome to Books to the Boardroom podcast, where we delve into the essence of leadership through the stories of remarkable individuals. In this episode, we're honored to host Peter Nijmeijer , the CFO at Heritage Lifecare. Peter's journey is a tale of unexpected turns and valuable lessons. It all began with his deep connection to music, particularly the piano, which he recently rediscove...

Step into the world of leadership with Sigal Pilli , the Chief Financial Officer of Seer Medical, on this week's episode of Books to the Boardroom. Sigal's journey is nothing short of remarkable, and she's here to share her experiences and leadership insights. Nearly two decades ago, Sigal immigrated to Australia with her partner and three children, embarking on a profound adventure...

Embark on an inspiring leadership journey as we delve into the remarkable career of Denice Bennett , Group CFO of Third Age Health , in this week's episode of Books to the Boardroom. Denice's journey is a striking testament to her exceptional leadership acumen, one that originated in a completely different realm—working with a London-based karaoke company. Her story showcases her remarka...

We're thrilled to host Anthony Quinn , Founder of Arctic Intelligence and Co-Founder of AML Accelerate. Originally from the UK, Anthony's journey is a testament to resilience. Facing sponsorship challenges during his gap year in Australia, he turned setbacks into opportunities, ultimately creating a unique path back. His corporate experience includes roles at major banks like Goldman Sac...

We are absolutely ecstatic to have our very first guest speaker from the USA with us today – please give a warm and exhilarating welcome to  Judy Farcus Serra , the brilliant CFO of Headquarter Automotive ! Judy is a prominent figure in the automotive industry in Florida, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to excellence. As the CFO, she plays a pivotal role in ensurin...

In this week's episode of Books to the Boardroom, we welcome James Harvey , the Head of Strategic Alliances & Growth at Energy Locals . James is not your typical corporate leader. Before embarking on his successful corporate journey, he spent an impressive 16 years as a professional basketball player, achieving remarkable milestones like 2 x NBL championships, captaining the Australian Bo...

"Do I want to be a scientist or do I want to be creative and do arts?"  In this week's episode, we had the privilege of welcoming Dr. Paul Gavin , the CEO of Avecho Biotechnology Limited. Dr. Gavin's story is a captivating blend of art and science, taking him from film school, where he aspired to be a writer and director, to the world of biotechnology. Along the way, he's...

In this captivating episode of Books to the Boardroom, we dive into the remarkable journey of Michelle Gallaher, a digital health entrepreneur, speaker, advocate, and the visionary founder of Opyl Ltd, TrialKey, and Opin.ai. With a deep-rooted passion for AI and data science, Michelle is a robust leader in these dynamic fields. What sets Michelle apart is not only her impressive career but her exc...

Today we welcome Andrew Bond , the CEO of 8Common .  Andrew's leadership narrative isn't just about the corporate climb; it's a deeply human story of personal and professional growth. His remarkable odyssey at 8Common began in the role of a customer success manager, where he embarked on a journey of learning and development. Over time, with unwavering determination, he climbed the r...

Today we sit down with Mohammad Ali Shah , a seasoned leader with over a decade of senior management experience and the CEO of I-Synergy Group Ltd . Mohammad shares his remarkable insights from his journey in business strategy, operations and cultivating impactful partnerships within both the private and public sectors. Throughout his journey, Mohammad has encountered valuable lessons, some of whi...

Get ready to dive into the inspiring journey of James Brennan , CEO of Linius (ASX:LNU).  Known for his analytical prowess and process-driven approach, James has led software and SaaS product development for both established corporations and startups, consistently achieving success. His extensive background in product management, sales, marketing and finance showcases his ability to grow businesse...

In today's episode of Books to the Boardroom, we sit down with John Rayment , the CEO and Managing Director of Identitii . John's journey from a contractor to a CEO is nothing short of remarkable, and his leadership insights are invaluable. John's story is a testament to the power of leadership and the impact it can have on an organisation. Starting out as a contractor, John was so...

In the latest episode of the "Books to the Boardroom" podcast, we are honoured to have James Fielding , CEO of Audeara , as our guest speaker. James  is a remarkable individual who combines his medical background with a passion for invention, music and innovation. He is driven by a deep commitment to improving lives and refuses to accept the status quo when it comes to healthcare. As a d...

Today we sat down with Jing Lim , the esteemed COO and CTO of Osteopore , a global leader in regenerative solutions. Jing brings a wealth of expertise in biomaterials for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, with an impressive publication record of 14 articles in internationally peer-reviewed journals. Since joining Osteopore in November 2014, Jing has played a pivotal role in the company...

In this week's edition, we are thrilled to host Daniel Lai , the accomplished CEO of archTIS , an ASX award winning, global technology company. Daniel's exceptional leadership and relentless pursuit of excellence have positioned him as a driving force in the ever-evolving landscape of data security. He shares his compelling story, taking us from his humble beginnings to the helm of a ren...

Welcome to the Books to the Boardroom podcast! Today we welcome guest speaker Linda Scott , Founder and Managing Director of Thinking Leaders . Linda is a finance executive with nearly 30 years of experience and a high-performance leadership coach and consultant. Linda is also a finalist for Leadership Coach of the Year. As the founder of Thinking Leaders, Linda is dedicated to helping CEOs, busin...

On today’s episode of Books to the Boardroom, we welcome Nicole Karagiannis , Chief People and Culture Officer at Harrison.ai. Nicole's leadership journey is a true testament to her exceptional human qualities and her commitment to fostering growth and success in others. Her professional journey encompasses working with Government entities, private sector companies, and large multinational or...

Martial arts can help one cope with failure, learn from mistakes and handle the stresses in business. Through it, you can learn and apply skills that can help you realise your potential and make you feel proud of what you have accomplished. Today we speak with Karen Young , the Global Tax Director at Flight Centre. Her impressive career started with one of the big 4 accounting firms as a graduate,...

It’s true that being a startup founder can be incredibly stressful. From creating a business model, to seeking out funding from investors and creating a product that is desirable—these are all things a founder must deal with. Today we speak with former AFL star, Brad Moran. He shares his stories about the pressure to become the next big tech player has at times been crippling and the constant comp...

Hutchinson Builders, also known as “Hutchies” has been building across Australia for 110 years and is currently the largest privately owned construction company in Australia. The company employs 1,600 staff, builds over 300 projects annually and turns over approximately $3 billion each year.  Today we speak with Scott Hutchinson , Chairman at Hutchinson Builders. From a young age, Scott knew he wa...

It’s been a big year for Kate Farrar , CEO of Brighter Super . Brighter Super was formed in July 2021 from three smaller superannuation funds including Energy Super and LGIAsuper. Currently, the fund has 255,000 members and has around $30 billion under management. She shares her experience of consolidating the back office systems, underlying portfolios and bringing together a team under a new sing...

Growth is a journey that requires the entire business to constantly adjust, optimise and execute, but it starts at the top. Only when the CEO, C-suite, and business-unit leaders have the right mind-set can leaders hope to drive growth across the entire organisation. Today we speak with Jade McCarthy , Head of Global Acquisition and Growth at Global Payments . As a seasoned growth leader, Jade has...

Today we speak with Paul McCartney , Chief Clean Futures Officer of Clean Energy Finance Corp (CEFC).  CEFC aims to accelerate Australia's transition to net zero emissions by 2050 in agriculture, cleantech innovation, energy generation and storage, hydrogen, infrastructure, property, transport and waste. Paul has been with the CEFC since its inception and leads the origination and transaction...