Sumith Dissanayake

Books To The Boardroom

Business EN ↓ 127 episodes

Are you interested in how Australia’s best leaders grew into the professionals they are today? The journey from University (Books) to Leadership positions (Boardroom) can take many different forms. Listen in as we interview CEO’s, CFO’s, and Executives, on how they ascended to leadership positions, made critical career choices, and overcame adversity throughout their career. The Books To The Boardroom podcast is co-hosted by Sumith Dissanayake, a CFO turned Business Owner based in Brisbane, Australia, who is fascinated by all things leadership and career development.

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Sumith Dissanayake

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Today's Guest is Brian Torpy, CEO of Eastern Suburbs Tigers 12.09.2019 49:33

Brian’s career involved working as an Accountant, working in local government, in banking, and becoming the CEO of Eastern Suburbs Tigers. Brian details how he became the leader he is today and what each step in his career taught him. Full of rich stories, and a passion for Rugby League, Brian spoke about what he thinks makes a strong CEO, and was honest about the challenges that go with it. This...

Today’s Guest is Phil Cummins, CEO of the North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCO) 04.09.2019 1:12:35

Phil’s career involves working as an Accountant, moving overseas to work in investment banking, returning to Australia, buying a pub, and becoming the CEO of NAPCO. Phil details how he became the leader he is today and what each step in his career taught him. Full of rich stories, and a passion for business, Phil was a pleasure to interview and is fully deserving of the respect he holds within the...