DevReady Podcast

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis sits down with Sharbani Dhar , CEO of DotInfinity and a seasoned human-centred design expert with over two decades of experience. Sharbani shares her inspiring journey from a fulfilling corporate role at Australia Post to launching her own consultancy focused on strategic, design-led transformation. Motivated by a desire to truly ow...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Miriam Wood , Men's Coach, Director at Miriam Wood Coaching , and Business Connector & Member Experience at BIO Australia . With a dynamic and eclectic career path spanning the fitness industry, events, tech, and coaching, Miriam brings a unique perspective on the intersection between technology, human connection, a...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Aaron Crossin , , a seasoned Fractional General Manager with over 15 years of experience in business operations, growth strategy, and leadership across multiple industries. Aaron’s career began in hospitality, launching his first venture before finishing school. That hands-on experience, rooted in catering, kitchen mana...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo is joined by Philip H. Faraj , Senior VP of Business Development at Endava . Based in Sydney, Philip brings a decade of experience in digital transformation, consulting, and strategic growth across global markets. Formerly with Accenture Interactive and Fjord, he has helped organisations evolve their product and platform strategies in ste...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo sits down with Liz Ross , Investor Relations at Tidal Ventures , to explore her journey from the world of financial services marketing, through her corporate tenure at Microsoft, to her hands-on experiences in startups and her current role in venture capital at Tidal Ventures. Liz shares how her exposure to structured go-to-market strateg...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo welcomes Anita Patturajan , the dynamic Founder and CEO of Anitech , and Co-Founder of Lahebo . The conversation traces Anita’s journey from compliance engineer to tech entrepreneur, uncovering how her early love for coding and technology, especially in Java during her engineering studies, shaped her path. A pivotal moment during an audit...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo welcomes Trent Scheirs , Co-Founder of Grant Help , a leading consultancy dedicated to helping Australian businesses navigate the complex world of government grants and R&D incentives. With a background in business development and strategic advisory, Trent brings deep insights into funding pathways for innovation, having worked closel...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Dr Grace Ng , CEO and Chief Medical Liaison at Brain Aid Clinics and CEO of Gyrilla Investments Group . With a distinguished background in IT, corporate strategy, and medicine, Dr Grace shares her remarkable journey from tech executive to neurosurgical trainee and brain health innovator. Her work today sits at the inter...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis sits down with Laia Sastre , Virtual Business Manager and Productivity Consultant at Elevate Business Management , to explore what it really takes to run a business that’s both efficient and aligned with your personal values. Originally from Spain and now based in Auckland, Laia brings a wealth of experience across journalism, commu...

In his third appearance on the DevReady Podcast , Gareth Rydon , Co-Founder of Friyay.ai , joins host Anthony Sapountzis for an in-depth and fast-paced exploration of the ever-evolving AI landscape. The episode covers everything from corporate hiring strategies to automation workflows, from brand development to platform fatigue. With the hype around AI louder than ever, Gareth and Anthony offer a...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo sits down with Apurva Chiranewala , Co-Founder & CEO of DemTech.ai and a seasoned operator across global tech ecosystems. From helping scale India’s leading SoftBank-backed e-commerce platforms to building out logistics solutions for Catch of the Day and eBay Australia, Apurva brings a unique blend of enterprise experience and startup...

In this inspiring conversation on the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Athin Cassiotis , Founder, Director & Business Growth Expert of Athin Cassiotis Group and Podcast Host for The Business Growth Show .  From launching businesses and advising entrepreneurs to helping scale operations globally, Athin brings a wealth of insight into how founders can transform their busin...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , hosts Andrew Romeo and Anthony Sapountzis are joined by Marco Iannitto , Founder of TechDel Consulting , to explore his remarkable journey from engineering supercars at Ferrari to advising businesses around the world. Marco shares his experiences working on iconic vehicles like LaFerrari and the 812 Superfast, the lessons he learnt about product developmen...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Rohan McCloskey , CEO and Founder of GoGenerosity . With a background in hospitality and a passion for community impact, Rohan shares his journey from running successful restaurants to building a purpose-driven tech startup. GoGenerosity was born out of a crisis during COVID-19, evolving from a “pay it forward” idea int...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Ima Miri , an award-winning AI strategist, Founder & CEO of AI Point , and Tech Founder of TradeWize . With over 20 years’ experience in software engineering and AI innovation, Ima brings a wealth of practical insight into how generative AI is transforming the way modern businesses operate. She has worked with leadi...

In this episode, Andrew Romeo speaks with Halen Youles , Founder & CEO of ScaleMate and a seasoned sales strategist helping startups from Australia, India, and Singapore break into the U.S. market. Based in Florida, Halen shares his journey from the Central Coast of NSW to leading sales teams in the U.S., and offers practical, tech-driven insights on how early-stage companies can crack global...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis welcomes Emma Reeves , Director of Excelerate Marketing and a strategic marketing specialist with over a decade of experience. Emma shares her journey from corporate roles in finance and affiliate marketing to launching her own agency in the midst of the COVID pandemic. She unpacks the importance of developing a clear marketing stra...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, Andrew Romeo is joined by Dannielle K. Pearson —an award-winning strategist, keynote speaker, and former U.S. military intelligence officer—whose diverse career has spanned global consultancy, enterprise strategy, and tech innovation. Dannielle shares her journey from high-stakes defence work to shaping scale-ups and SaaS companies, bringing a rare blend of...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Mark McPherson , Leadership Communication Expert, Executive Coach, Speaker, and Author—for a deep dive into the art of handling difficult workplace conversations. Drawing on decades of experience coaching leaders and executives across Australia, Mark shares his practical frameworks for delivering feedback that is clear,...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo is joined by Michael Bronfman , CCO & MD of baresop and a seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of scaling, exiting, and investing in high-growth businesses. From launching his first startup at just 18 to now being a shareholder in over a dozen ventures, Michael shares a candid account of the highs, lows, and pivotal lessons he's...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis speaks with Charlie Ill , CEO of Investible , exploring his intriguing journey from aerospace engineering into Venture Capital. Charlie reflects on his career transition, detailing how his early experiences in engineering and process improvement provided him with unique skills and perspectives beneficial to his role in Venture Capit...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Stephen Kee , Head of Business Growth at SME Digital . Stephen shares his journey from financial mathematics to digital marketing, recounting his move from South Africa to Australia in 2011 and his entrepreneurial ventures. After building a successful Airbnb business that generated $1 million in turnover, the COVID-19 p...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , Anthony Sapountzis interviews, Gareth Rydon , Co-Founder of Friyay.ai , Australia’s first generative AI studio. A leader in human-centred AI design, Gareth returns to share fresh insights on how small and medium businesses can embrace AI as a strategic partner. Together, they unpack the latest developments in generative AI, discuss emerging tools and trend...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo speaks with Nicholas Ooi , an investor at Investible , about his journey from corporate consulting to venture capital. Nicholas shares how his passion for technology and startups led him to make a career shift into the startup ecosystem, specifically during its rapid growth in Australia. Now, as part of Investible, Nicholas focuses on ear...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Klaus Bartosch , CEO of Dreamoro , to discuss the critical gaps in startup strategy and commercialisation. With over 35 years in IT and experience founding and exiting a listed health tech company, Klaus brings invaluable insights into the challenges facing entrepreneurs today. Having engaged with more than 450 founders...