Humans of Purpose

In this episode, Mel talks with Elise Sernik , founder of Leadership Space . Elise is an executive and team coach, strategy consultant, leadership and culture change facilitator and trainer with a long history of specialising in the social purpose sector. She founded Leadership Space to help the sector fulfil its critical role in the Australian and global economy. Over the past 15 years, Elise has...

In this episode, Mel talks with pioneering social entrepreneur, Mandy Richards, founder and CEO at Global Sisters. Mandy is a social entrepreneur fiercely passionate about human rights, animal welfare, eradicating poverty and empowering women. She established Global Sisters to democratise entrepreneurship in 2013 – with the goal of creating a scalable and efficient model for supporting women to cr...

David Ritter is the chief executive officer of  Greenpeace Australia Pacific . He is also an adjunct professor in the Sydney Democracy Network at Sydney University; an affiliate of the Sydney Environment Institute; an associate of the Sydney Policy Lab at Sydney University and an honorary fellow of the Law Faculty at UWA.  Greenpeace has launched and executed a number of highly successful and deep...

We know how groupthink, politics and inertia can feed costly and unproductive ways of thinking and doing. Through reframing, Josie Gibson and her team at CatalystFX gets right to the root causes so that we address the right problem, not a symptom of something deeper. Josie has an illustrious career in corporate and leadership, she builds communities and helps clients build change capability.  Josi...

 In this week’s episode, we sit down with the extraordinary Miriam Rose — an Aboriginal elder, artist, activist, and educator with a lifelong commitment to preserving cultural independence and fostering reconciliation. As the Northern Territory’s first fully qualified Aboriginal teacher, Miriam has been a trailblazer, advocating for the inclusion of Aboriginal art and culture in education and publ...

This week on Humans of Purpose, Mel sit's down with the extraordinary Mykel Dixon – award-winning speaker, musician, author, and creative force. A "fierce nonconformist" and "prolific anti-perfectionist," Mykel helps senior leaders and teams at Fortune 500 and ASX 200 companies unlock their breakthrough creativity. In this episode, Mykel shares how he inspires people to rediscover their natural st...

In our latest Humans of Purpose episode, we sit down with the incredible David Leser—award-winning journalist, author, and social commentator.  David shares his journey from shy childhood dreams to writing about some of the most complex social issues of our time, including his powerful reflections on: 💡 The "brokenness" in our society and how it shapes us 💡 The origins of toxic masculinity and t...

In this episode, we sit down with the inspiring Sarah Wilson – multi New York Times best-selling author, social philosopher, philanthropist, and founder of the global "I Quit Sugar" movement. From editing Cosmo to hosting Masterchef Australia, Sarah has led a dynamic life dedicated to creativity, minimalism, and deep global conversations. In this powerful conversation, Sarah shares her unique pers...

This week on Humans of Purpose, we dive deep with Hana Assafiri, a fierce advocate for women's rights, social justice, and cultural understanding. In this powerful episode, Hana shares her journey from her early struggles in war-torn Lebanon to becoming a pioneering force for change in Australia. We explore her unwavering commitment to challenging societal norms, her role in establishing one of Au...

This week on Humans of Purpose, we sit down with Keith Rovers, a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in the corporate world. Keith has been instrumental in shaping the pro bono and social impact practices at MinterEllison , one of Australia's leading law firms. From providing employment pathways for those who have been out of the system for years to integrating social enterprises i...

This week on Humans of Purpose, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Margot Faraci, a seasoned leader on a mission to reshape leadership globally.  Margot has over two decades of experience working with top-tier companies like Macquarie Bank, NAB, Amazon, and Coca-Cola, but her real passion lies in transforming leadership. In this episode, Margot opens up about how she teaches leaders to le...

This week, we’re excited to bring you an insightful conversation with Terence Kwan, Co-Founder of Fidelis Advisors and a risk management expert who believes that risk is not just about numbers—it’s about people. Fun fact! Outside the office, Terence’s passions include singing, playing piano, golfing, tennis, skiing, and even running his own coffee roasting business! 🎙️ In this episode, Terence sha...

Ever wondered how data can be a force for good?  In this week's podcast episode, we're thrilled to sit down with Kristi Mansfield , the visionary CEO of Seer Data & Analytics . Kristi is an influential leader, transforming the way communities harness data to drive social impact. With a rich background in data for social good, Kristi's work empowers local communities and organisations to make d...

This week, we're chatting with Craig Connelly, a visionary leader who’s transforming the world of philanthropy. From his time leading the Ian Potter Foundation to his current role at Perpetual Limited , Craig is redefining what it means to give back. In this episode, we delve into the details of his groundbreaking work and explore how it's set to transform the nonprofit sector. Discover how his in...

From the frontlines of apartheid to pioneering impact investment, Sandy Blackburn is a force for change. This week, we dive deep into her incredible journey. Sandy lived and worked for 15 years in Southern Africa, leading projects during the dismantling of apartheid. She’s also been a pioneer in the impact investment sector in Asia Pacific, leading the first social impact bonds and negotiating sev...

In this week's podcast episode, we're thrilled to sit down with Mandar Apte , a visionary who seamlessly blends the worlds of corporate innovation and social impact. From his early days in India, fuelled by a passion for cricket and the Hardy Boys, to his transformative journey in the United States, Mandar's story is one of resilience and transformation. Listen as he shares his experiences working...

Humans of Purpose podcast founder and host of 7 years, Mike Davis hands over the host seat and reigns to Mel Greblo. In this episode the two discuss the origins of Humans of Purpose, reflect on the journey to date and muse over some of the plans for the future.  Promotional Partnerships Like what we are serving up on Humans of Purpose? Our promotional campaigns have delivered great marketing and s...

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Polly Cameron This week on the podcast, I’m thrilled to bring you my conversation with Polly Cameron. Polly is the Director of Change Politics . Change Politics is a public awareness and advocacy campaign all about Citizens’ Assemblies. They’re non-partisan and policy agnostic. Essentially what they care (and advocate about) is a better way to make decisions. They’re philanthropically funded throu...

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Noel Lim This week on the podcast, I’m thrilled to bring you my conversation with Noel Lim. Noel is CEO at Anika Legal . Anika Legal is a not for profit, free online legal service that helps Victorian renters take control of their living situation. To date Anika Legal have helped 876 renters stay in safe, secure homes. Our Sponsor Neon Treehouse is our major sponsor and partner in production. They...

Steve Davis This week on the podcast, I’m thrilled to bring you my conversation with Steve Davis, otherwise known as my dad!  Dad and I are very close and this is really an informal conversation where I wanted to ask dad some of the biggest things he's learned about living well as he recently turned 75, despite appearing as though he is in his 50s.  Professor Stephen Davis AO is the Professor of T...

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Cam McLeod This week on the podcast, I’m thrilled to bring you my conversation with Cam McLeod. Cam is CEO at The Huddle . The Huddle’s purpose is improving education and employment outcomes for young people through the power of sport. Born out of the role and value of sport and the influence the North Melbourne Football Club plays in connecting people across different ages, genders, and cultures;...