DevReady Podcast

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Andrew Romeo sits down with Oliver Wolff , Product Manager at Kinde , to explore his journey from software engineer to product manager, and how his role has evolved in the startup environment. Oliver shares his transition from working at a large Australian logistics company to product management at Afterpay and Kinde. He highlights the dynamic nature o...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis speaks with Jameel Rehman , Founder of Tech Sales Academy , about the challenges in tech sales education. Jameel, a former top 1% account executive at Cisco and Telstra Enterprise, transitioned into coaching after recognising a significant gap in structured sales training. He discusses the importance of organisation, problem-solving...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo welcomes Jodie Imam , Co-Founder and CEO of Tractor Ventures , to discuss alternative funding options for startups. Jodie shares her journey from a corporate marketing career to running an Australian fashion brand and later co-founding her first startup, Occasional Butler. She reflects on the challenges of building a marketplace without p...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis sits with Stephen Graham , Co-founder & GM of Shadowboxer , to discuss the realities of startup life and venture building. Stephen shares his journey from the corporate world to the fast-paced startup ecosystem, highlighting the unique challenges and rewards of working in a venture studio. Shadowboxer, founded in 2020, partners...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis welcomes Ken Thomas , Founder of TenClub , an outsourced sales agency focused on solving small business sales challenges in Australia. Ken dives into the struggles many founders face when transitioning out of sales roles and hiring their first salesperson—an often tricky process with a high failure rate. He highlights that up to 50%...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Kerrie McGilvray , Managing Director of The Admin Superheroes , to discuss the challenges faced by small business owners and how they can scale effectively. Kerrie shares her unconventional career journey, which began as an apprentice mechanic and eventually led her to the role of operations manager in a project consult...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo sits down with Ronsley Vaz , Founder of Amplify Ai and Founder of We Are Podcast , to explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence and its rapid evolution. Ronsley, an expert in both computer science and podcasting, discusses his participation in OpenAI’s Dev Day, where groundbreaking advancements were showcased, such as re...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis talks to Litsa Barberoglou , Chief Collaborator of Brandivine . Litsa shares her unique journey into the world of marketing and brand-building, starting from a career path without clear direction to discovering her passion for blending creativity with analytics. With early successes in fast-moving consumer goods and the wine industr...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Kaia R. Parv , the Interim CIO of Licensed Fund Management Company. Kaia offers invaluable insights into her impressive career in both finance and technology, touching on her journey from operations at Bank of America to leadership roles in asset management and hedge funds. She reflects on how lateral moves in her caree...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis sits down with Shantanu Bhattacharya , Founder and CEO of Siometrix , to explore the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Shantanu shares his extensive expertise, covering his pioneering work on the TCP/IP stack and public key infrastructure technologies that shaped secure communications. Now based in Canberra, Shantanu provides cut...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis hosts Mark Christian Lim , CEO and Co-Founder of Magnetic Alliance . Mark shares his journey of building a unique business growth consultancy that specialises in tackling high-risk challenges and delivering tangible results. With over a decade of experience, Magnetic Alliance has supported clients across 150 industries, adding more...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo speaks with Artem Golubev , Co-Founder and CEO of testRigor , to explore the world of software testing automation. Artem shares his insights on the complexities of modern software and the growing necessity for automation to keep up with the rapid pace of development. He explains how traditional manual testing becomes a bottleneck, especia...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo speaks with Nikolaus von Pueckler , Head of Product at StudioSpace . Nik brings over a decade of experience in consultancies, agencies, and startups, having worked with leading global brands to design and launch innovative products and services. At StudioSpace, Nik leads the Product team in developing a platform that redefines ho...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo speaks with Ronan Leonard , Founder of Intelligent Resourcing , to explore the intricacies of entrepreneurship, continuous learning, and the evolving business landscape. Ronan is a Certified Innovation Professional, Business Mentor, and expert in business improvement and in this episode, he recounts his journey from early busines...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Jimmy Li , Co-Founder of ZapCat . Jimmy has led product teams at Mable, Atomi, and Mosh, and has founded two businesses, offering him a wealth of experience in both the startup and product management worlds. He shares his journey from his early days as a civil engineer to building one of New Zealand’s largest 1...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis sits down with Alex Kleizinger , Founder of Illicium , to explore his remarkable journey from maritime navigation to mastering IT and software sales. After realising the maritime industry lacked personal fulfilment, Alex transitioned to sales without formal experience. His entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and ability to...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo is joined by Geo George , Co-Founder of Mayfly Ventures , to explore his entrepreneurial journey and the valuable lessons he has learned along the way. From his early start in multiple startups to founding his own, Geo has gained firsthand experience in the complexities of capital raising, product development, and finding product...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo sits down with Serena Lam , Founder and CEO of Fuzzy Sequence , to explore her inspiring journey from a career in finance to becoming a tech entrepreneur. Serena shares her experiences working at IBM, where she discovered a passion for design thinking and innovation, and reflects on the lessons learned from her early ventures. Sh...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis   is joined by Landon Kahn , CEO and Principal Advisor at SolSombra . Landon brings a wealth of knowledge from his 17 years in the startup world, offering a compelling insight into the growth strategies that have shaped his career. From his early days a solar startup to expanding the company into a thriving business generating over...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo  welcomes Timothy Toner , Founder and CEO of Affinda Group , to delve into the remarkable story behind the company’s creation and growth. Tim shares his journey from a demanding investment banking career to building a globally successful tech enterprise alongside his brother, Dr. Ben Toner . Starting in a small two-bedroom apartm...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Andrew Romeo welcomes Craig Johns , a 10x National Sport Champion; International Coach; CEO & Managing Partner at Speakers Institute Corporate and; a High Performance Leadership Expert at NRG2Perform . Craig also hosts “ Inspiring Great Leaders Podcast ”. In this episode, Andrew sits with Craig to discuss his journey from a rural upbringing in New...

In this insightful episode of the DevReady Podcast , Andrew Romeo sits down with Iain McDonald , CEO and Founder of 8seats , to discuss his journey and the evolution of the digital and AI landscape. With roots in the early days of the internet boom, Iain draws parallels between the rapid transformation of that era and today’s fast-paced AI advancements. He emphasises the importance of staying awar...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast , host Anthony Sapountzis   sits down with Derek Buntin , CEO and Founder of Adonis Media , to explore Derek’s journey from car detailing to running a successful digital growth agency. Derek shares how his initial need to build websites for his car detailing business sparked his passion for web design and digital marketing. Over the years, he developed a dee...

In this episode of the  DevReady Podcast , Andrew Romeo interviews Conrad Guimaraes , a Product Manager at Lyro Robotics . Conrad shares his fascinating journey from Brazil to Australia, detailing his diverse experiences in product management across various industries. He contrasts the heavily regulated energy sector with the dynamic world of startups, illustrating the challenges of navigating bur...

In this episode of the  DevReady Podcast , Andrew Romeo hosts Daniel Mawdsley , Co-Founder of Skill Society . With over 14 years of experience in product management and user experience, Daniel shares his insights on how Skill Society is transforming the hiring landscape. He emphasises the importance of assessing candidates' soft skills beyond traditional resumes and how leveraging AI can provide a...