Greg Sheehans Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Discover the extraordinary journey of Mitchell Pham, a revered figure in New Zealand's tech landscape, as he shares his incredible story of resilience, innovation, and community impact. From escaping a struggling economy in Vietnam to becoming a trailblazing co-founder of CodeHQ, Mitchell's narrative is one of triumph over adversity. As a trustee for the Asia New Zealand...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea Blair (or Andy to her mates), a powerhouse in sustainable development and geothermal energy, joins us for a riveting discussion that promises to leave you inspired and informed. Recognised by Forbes as one of the five female founders championing a sustainable future, Andy's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and relentless drive. From her roots in Taupō in New Z...

Send us Fan Mail Hadleigh Ford, founder and CEO of SwipedOn, shares his adventurous transformation from maritime to tech CEO in our latest episode. Discover the captivating journey of how a young New Zealander became one of the youngest harbour pilots and went on to work on some of the most luxurious vessels in the world. Learn from the real-world challenges and triumphs Hadleigh. Hear about the e...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Connor Archbold, Founder and Co-CEO of Tracksuit. Connor shares his compelling journey and what lead him and his co-founder Matt Herbert to start Tracksuit. Through his story you’ll gain insights into the resilience and innovation required to launch and scale a tech venture at speed. Ever wondered how Tracksuit developed its game-changing SaaS market re...

Send us Fan Mail Curious about how a serendipitous encounter at a wedding can shape your career trajectory? Meet Laurissa Hollis, the new VP of Sales at Blackpearl Group, who journeyed from the US to New Zealand, embracing opportunities from Warner Music to groundbreaking roles in SaaS. Laurissa's story is a testament to the power of passion, resilience, and the right support system. She shar...

Send us Fan Mail Cecilia a multi exit StartUp entrepreneur with successes like Au Pair link and My Food Bag. My Food Bag was probably where Cecelia became a household name. The business was sold to private equity before ultimately being publicly listed in an IPO. Her and husband James have since launched Tend Health. Founded with the purpose of helping New Zealander's be the healthiest people...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how to transition from a corporate career to thriving as a serial entrepreneur? Kat Webber, the founder of LiveRem and ResolvePay, joins us to share her journey of resilience, creativity, and relentless pursuit of her entrepreneurial dreams. From her early ventures in dog walking and a spray tanning business, to launching an innovative Christmas tree enterprise in un...

Send us Fan Mail When Michael Wood, the entrepreneurial force behind Translucent and ReceiptBank (Dext), sits down to chat, you're guaranteed a treasure trove of insights that go beyond the usual startup success story. As we navigate Michael's voyage from the uncharted waters of early B2B SaaS business terrain to the heights of a multi-hundred million dollar sale, his candour is as refre...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Julia Jones (known to many as "JJ") who joins us to share her knowledge and gritty insights within the Kiwi business and economic circles. Through her transformative journey from the West Coast to the heights of influence, JJ exemplifies the grit and grace we all could learn from. In this episode we're not afraid to tackle the tough issues head-on, from the ris...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how a love for puppet shows and theatre could evolve into pioneering innovation for Kiwis in Virtual and Augmented Reality. As this podcast goes to air the team at Beyond are readying to release their game Runaways for the new Apple Vision Pro. Join us as Jessica Manins, co-CEO and co-founder of Beyond, takes us through her story from childhood passions to l...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on a riveting journey with our guest Anna Scheirlinck, whose life reads like an adventure novel, brimming with courage and a relentless drive to make a difference. From academia to the frontlines of law enforcement and disaster relief, Anna's tale is not just one of career changes but of chasing the greater good, regardless of the terrain. Her experiences stretch from...

Send us Fan Mail When we peel back the layers of our lives, we often find shared battles and common ground in the quest for mental wellness. Today, we sit down with the remarkably open Andy Kerr, who walks us through his journey of loss, depression, and the eventual solace he finds in helping others and in the written word. His story is a poignant reminder that while suffering may be deeply person...

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you're standing at the edge of a precipice, about to make a decision that could change everything? That's where Dr. Johann Malawana found himself as he made the audacious leap from the security of medicine to the exhilarating world of startups. On today's show, he bares his soul, revealing the internal battles, self-doubt, and the resilience required...

Send us Fan Mail James Rose is the co-founder of Content Snare. With wit and wisdom, he shares the joys of developing a product that resonates with a market one never anticipated, emphasising the critical role of customer feedback and the importance of adaptability in business growth. Our chat with James takes a dive into the essentials of bootstrapping a startup and navigating the complexities of...

Send us Fan Mail When entrepreneurial fervor meets an insatiable urge to shake up the norm, you get the captivating story of Aaron Ward. Our exchange with the Ask Nicely co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer is less of a conventional interview and more of a masterclass in turning the kernel of an idea into a global phenomenon. As we unfurl Aaron's narrative, you'll be privy to the raw, u...

Send us Fan Mail We all need time in nature to restore and renew. To find insight and creativity, to set big life goals and just to get away and restore our bodies to their factory settings. Escape the relentless march of the clock and find solace in the wilderness with Chris Grant and Charlie Crisp from Unyoked. This episode is the essence of a business literally born in the wild and the profound...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how a self-described academic underachiever can morph into a powerhouse entrepreneur? Dr. Alex Allen, co-founder of Kortical  joins us to share his transformation from a laid-back student to a PhD holder and AI innovator. His insights are a treasure trove for any budding founder, emphasising the significance of knowing your 'why' and the symbiotic...

Send us Fan Mail This latest episode peels back the curtain on Simon's life—an odyssey marked by a dyslexic childhood and the loss of his mother to cancer. These pivotal moments not only shaped his character but also propelled him toward innovating the tangled world of healthcare. Simon walks us through the inception of HypaIQ and its mission to streamline the way medical professionals captur...

Send us Fan Mail Ever pondered taking a leap from a well-worn career path to the thrill of chasing a dream? That's precisely what Adam Rowland did, trading his corporate strategist hat for the intricate, frame-by-frame world of stop-motion animation. His narrative is not just a tale of career metamorphosis but a testament to the grit and artistry required to thrive in a realm where patience i...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Brooke Roberts, the dynamic co-founder and co-CEO of Sharesies, who joins us to share her journey from a curious child to a fintech innovator. Her story is a vibrant illustration of breaking the norms with her cofounders and crafting a platform that's reshaping how we approach investing and wealth protection. Brooke discusses the emotional landscape of helming a startup,...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Leo Evans is an inspiration. From his humble beginnings in Dorset to becoming a Forbes 30 under 30 honoree, Leo's tale is one of ambition fuelled by early financial challenges. His story unfolds from a scholarship at a prestigious UK boarding school to his innovative leap into founding "The Profs" with his brother. We dig into what truly matters in life as Leo o...

Send us Fan Mail Join me in a masterclass on things to consider legally as you navigate the earliest days of your StartUp. We get into raising capital, shareholders agreements, dividing equity amongst founders and even dive into how technology might start impacting on the legal profession. You can connect with Chris via LinkedIn and check him out at his law firm Duncan Cotterill .   

Send us Fan Mail Michael Hartley shares his decades of experiences leading startups and in particular the importance of a strong partnership between a non-technical founder and a CTO and the emotional resilience required through financial ebbs and flows. You can connect with Michael on LinkedIn and check out Comply Pro . 

Send us Fan Mail We step into the world of a new startup making it easier to tackle shared home ownership in New Zealand with Amy Stevens. Amy doesn't just share her story from her earlier days as a lawyer but she gives us the valuable insights she's learned as a startup founder and overcoming the hurdles first home buyers face. We also dive into some of the macro challenges around why i...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been captivated by the sheer determination and strategic acumen that fuel a startup's rise to success? This episode promises a riveting narrative as Tom Batterbury, co-founder and chief strategy officer of Auror, joins me to discuss his entrepreneurial journey.   Tom opens up about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, including the challenges  of Aurors earli...