The Peers Project

PEERS

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Australia's First BIPOC, Female-Led Founders Podcast. Est 2017. Hello fellow founder, Welcome to PEERS - a podcast by millennial founders for millennial founders. Join me, BIPOC female founder & Forbes 30 Under 30 Lister Michelle Akhidenor, for soul-enriching conversations with peers. Each week, I sit down with a fellow founder or industry ally and deep dive into their entrepreneurial journey. I ask questions like: Where did they grow up? How has their upbringing impacted the choices they've made in their career to-date? How did they end up becoming a founder? How have they navigated through t...

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Mar 10, 2025

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#022. Ash Davies: The Founder of Tablo on Books Mean Business 03.09.2018

Power to the people and the individual publishing project. In this episode, we learn how Ash Davies sought a solution from a problem and brought the world of self-publishing to life with a strong grassroots initiative. Ash was named in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2018 and was awarded a Victorian Young Achiever of the Year award in 2016. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#021. Bobby Oparaocha & Michael Husky-Nguyen: The Co-Founders of Valyou Xchange on A Change for Good 07.06.2018

We’ve all felt the pressure against following our dreams and doing something unconventional. In today’s episode, we are introduced to the minds behind Valyou Xchange, a Melbourne-based blockchain music start-up disrupting the way in which the music business connects and interacts with fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#020. Adam Stone: The Founder of Speedlancer.com on The Entrepreneurial Bug 23.04.2018

For some, creativity and success is just in your destiny. In this episode, we meet Adam Stone who began his entrepreneurial journey at the unbelievable age of eleven and continues to grow today. Adam is the Founder & CEO of Speedlancer.com – the world’s fastest freelancer marketplace and has been featured in Forbes, Huffington Post and Startup Daily. He is a 2017 Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 recipi...

#019. Jason Lim: The Chief of Staff of YGB Ventures on Building Through Connection 05.04.2018

Often, it’s the people around us that allow our best potential to come to life. In this episode, we meet Jason Lim and learn of the value he places on human connection to drive his wildest pursuits. Jason is the Chief of Staff at YBF Ventures – Australia’s centre of tech innovation since 2011. He has been an investor and advisor to start-ups for the past 6-years and is an Entrepreneurial Fellow at...

#018. Rich Edwards: The Co-Founder of Repairly on Seeing That Light 21.03.2018

Sometimes businesses that answer the simplest call of their audience are most successful. In this episode, we learn how Rich Edwards detected a human need and founded a solution, to tremendous success. Rich is the CEO & co-founder of Repairly – an on-demand technology repairer based in London. The company is backed by Virgin Media & Techstars and has been featured in The Times with a five-...

#017. Dana Zingher & Levi Young: The Co-Founders of Enclothed on Starting Before It’s Perfect 11.03.2018

1+1 usually equals two. In this episode, however, we discover it can equal a thriving and unique style of business that fills a gap and challenges the market place (to complete and utter success). Dana Zingher & Levi Young are the co-founders of Enclothed – a D2C men’s personal shopping service. Enclothed has been featured in Men’s Health UK, GQ, British Airways, Business Insider and Time Out...

#016. Ash Phillips: The Founder of YENA on Following Your Heart and Listening to Your Gut 04.03.2018

Planning to plan is often a huge barrier to the serendipity of life. In this episode, we discover how Ash Phillips found his niche through feeling, and living, to the best of his ability. Ash is the Founder of YENA – a vibrant community for future leaders starting and growing remarkable businesses. He has been featured in Forbes, Sunday Times (UK) and Virgin, and has been the proud recipient of Te...

#015. Joe Benn: The Co-Founder of Ugly on Disrupting Through Creating 25.02.2018

Disrupting the norm comes from creating something that doesn’t yet exist. In this episode, we talk to Joe Benn about what it takes to turn your passion into a project that truly has wings to spare. Joe is the co-founder and co-CEO of Ugly – a London-based flavoured sparkling water beverage, currently stocked throughout the UK in some of the biggest household name department stores; Selfridges &amp...

#014. Samantha Ruiz: The Co-Founder of Well Traveled on Defying the Flock 18.02.2018

Escaping the bubble of normality is sometimes just the kick we need to change the course of our lives. In this episode, we explore the importance of travel and its astounding impacts with tech-genius Samantha Ruiz. Samantha is the co-founder of Well Travelled – an innovative New York-based data company and was recently featured as one of AlleyWatch’s NYC Women in Tech. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

#013. Gemma Sole: The Co-Founder of Nineteenth Amendment On Having Creative Pride in All That You Do 04.02.2018

Finding harmony between creativity and precision can often be a challenge. In this episode, we learn how Gemma Sole finds a balance between the two and subsequently soars to the greatest of heights. Gemma is the co-founder of Nineteenth Amendment – an on-demand retail and manufacturing platform and is a Forbes 30 Under 30 Retail & E-Commerce recipient of 2016. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

#012. Robert Harary: The Co-Founder of OneH on Age is Just a Number 28.01.2018

The environments in which we are raised can often shape us in monumental ways. In this episode, we discover as such for Robert Harary, a young yet extremely successful CEO and co-founder making an impact in Silicon Valley. Robert is the CEO and co-founder of OneH and was recently listed as Startup Grind’s Top 50 Millennial Founders to watch in 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

#011. Meika Hollender: The Co-Founder of Sustain on Standing (Firmly) For What You Believe In 22.12.2017

We’re not all lucky enough to be raised in an environment promoting good faith and advocacy.  In this episode, we discover how Meika Hollender used her good fortune to totally revolutionize the quality of women’s sexual health products, and then some. Meika is the co-founder and co-CEO of New York-based Sustain – the first brand of all natural, vagina-friendly products. She was listed on Forb...

#010. Logan Ryan: The Co-Founder of AddU on Extinguishing the Fear 12.12.2017

Some of us are just born to lead. In this episode, we speak with young and laudable Logan Ryan; successful business owner, natural-born leader and passionate advocate for equality. Logan is the co-founder of AddU, a social media start-up based in Boston, laudably growing to reach 31 countries in its first seven months of business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#009. Mackenzie Casey: The Founder of HUMM on Straying Clear of the Game 05.12.2017

Some women just have a certain je ne sais quoi in their DNA, and Mackenzie Casey is no exception. In this episode, we are awed and enlightened by this savvy businesswoman who really has the world at her fingertips. Mackenzie is the founder and CEO of HUMM and was recently listed as #22 in StartUp Grind’s Top 50 Millennial Founders to Watch in 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

#008. Zion Kim: The Co-Founder of 99 Robots and All Things Marketing on Stepping Up (and Into) Your Power 28.11.2017

A fall can sometimes be the kick required to set up healthy boundaries. In this episode, we discover how Zion Kim made a choice to change his life in order to thrive, not just survive. Zion is the successful co-founder and director of 99 Robots and also the founder of All Things Marketing – a monthly marketing collective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#007. Kaeya Majmundar: The Founder of Kaeyos Inc on Paving A Path of Gold 21.11.2017

Sometimes breaking away from familiar expectations can lead to monumental results. In this episode, we discover how Kaeya Majmundar expanded her horizons further and achieve a life worth reeling in. Kaeya is the Founder and CEO of Kaeyos Inc and ha s developed products that have featured on Project Runway and the Steve Harvey Show to Complex and TMZ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

#006. Blake Engelhard: The Co-Founder of BrushOnSmile on Life and It’s Meaning 14.11.2017

They say the journey is just as important as the destination. In this episode, we dive deep into both with entrepreneur Blake Engelhard, and discover a little inspiration of our own. Blake is the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of BrushOnSmile, a technologist, screenwriter, positive psychology enthusiast, and also, the founder of the social app Nectar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

#005. Haley Findlay: The Co-Founder of Oscar Wilde Brand on Becoming Unstoppable and Creating Change 07.11.2017

From small-town girl to life changing tour-de-force. In this episode, we learn how getting out of your bubble can be just the ticket you need to ride, up up and away. Haley Findlay is the co-founder of Oscar Wilde Brand , a transformation coach, a dedicated philanthropist and all-around tour-de-force. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#004. John Logan: The Host of Magic Moments on How Impossible Really is Just a Word 31.10.2017

Sometimes a childhood passion is just the beginning of your greatness. In this episode, we learn how John Logan is using his to take on the world, and defy the impossible. Having never been quite able to shake his childhood obsession with magic, John has spent the past decade accepting his fate in pursuing magic professionally. John Logan is a professional magician, keynote speaker, author, host o...

#003. Brittany Garth: The Owner of Dimensioned Wellness on Finding Your Inner Strength and Keeping It 24.10.2017

Sometimes, when you hit rock bottom, the only way is up. In this episode, we dive into Brittany Garth’s inspiring journey from emotional and financial bankruptcy, all the way to the top. Brittany Garth is an international life coach, author, TEDx speaker and was named by Cosmopolitan Magazine (US) as one of their Top 50 Social Influencers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

#002. Sarah Pierson: The Co-Founder of Margaux on Everyday Control 17.10.2017

Self-driven journeys are often the most fruitful. In this episode, we discover just that, through the eyes (and creative genius) of Sarah Pierson. Sarah is a New York-based shoe designer, Forbes 30 Under 30 Arts & Style recipient of 2016, and Harvard graduate. She co-founded the highly innovative, women’s shoe brand Margaux. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#001. Alexa Buckley: The Co-Founder of Margaux on Falling in Love with Building More 09.10.2017

Sometimes, we need to turn our backs on the easy path to discover what really makes us tick. In this episode, we discover how Alexa Buckley found herself and her passion by straying from the path of normality. Alexa is a Forbes 30 Under 30 Arts & Style recipient of 2016, Harvard graduate, talented sports-woman and the co-founder of the New York-based women’s shoe brand, Margaux. Hosted on Acas...

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