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*On-Air at IMARC* In this week's episode Dino Otranto , CEO of Fortescue , joins us to peel the curtain back on his lessonsfrom a career in the mining industry and to share what drives him every day in his current role. Throughout the discussion we unpack some interesting discussion points with Dino including:His formative years as the son of migrants growing up in WA and how his passion for being...

Alternative investments have gone from niche to nearlyessential in today’s portfolios, offering investors the chance to diversify and seek returns uncorrelated with traditional markets. Our guest today, Stephen Darke, has spent his career at the forefront of this shift. As the CEO of Navigator Global Investments, Stephen’s work is centered on providing growth capital to alternative asset managers,...

We have heard numerous times from guests of this podcast that no career is a straight line, but today’s guest, Brett Clark, truly embodies this mindset. From studying pharmacy at UQ to building a successful online business at the height of the dotcom era, Brett’s journey has been defined by his ability to seize opportunities, adapt, and thrive—even when the odds were stacked against him. Brett’s c...

Getting an Australian life sciences business through what’s often called the "valley of death"—the treacherous journey from idea to commercialization—is no small feat. Many groundbreaking innovations get stuck in this phase, often starved of the capital and support they need to reach the market. Today’s guest, Anthony Liveris, is one of the few who are boldly tackling this challenge. Through his w...

Known for his strategic insights and innovative approach to financial services, our next guest, Mike Davis, is a trailblazer in the realm of private credit lending in Australia. As the Founder and Managing Director of Causeway Financial, Mike has been instrumental in shaping the landscape of alternative finance, providing crucial capital to small and medium enterprises that are the backbone of Aus...

We have all heard stories of the investment banking industry and the high-octane environment in which its people operate. Our next guest took that very industry by the scruff of the neck and by the ripe old age of 28 was Managing Director of UBS. All I can say is that Will & I better get cracking. Andrew Pridham, an ambitious and hardworking young man from Adelaide who had built a sound unders...

With a career that bridges the worlds of science, entrepreneurship, and venture capital, this week’s guest, Anne-Marie Birkill, has left an indelible mark on Australia’s innovation landscape. With a background rooted in science and ecology, Anne-Marie’s career is a testament to her passion for turning groundbreaking ideas into commercial success stories. From her early days leading companies witho...

Navigating a dynamic career across law, politics, and corporate governance, this week’s guest, Andrew Fraser, has been at the forefront of significant developments in both the public and private sectors. Starting as a young law and commerce graduate, Andrew quickly made a name for himself by stepping into the public eye as the State Member for Mount Coot-tha at just 27 years old. His meteoric rise...

'Patient capital invested across public and private markets, building long-term intergenerational wealth.' This is the line that our next guests live by. This week's guests are Nathan Robertson and Josh Derrington from Brisbane-based family office advisory firm, Alvia Asset Partners. From humble beginnings and valuable lessons learned in their early careers to the inception and growth...

Starting his career with a strong foundation in strategic communications, our next guest has built an impressive legacy in the industry. From the inception of his one-person operation to becoming a recognized leader, he has consistently demonstrated innovative thinking and exceptional leadership. Geoff Rodgers OAM began his journey with humble beginnings, learning invaluable lessons from his first...

From her beginnings in engineering to discovering a passion for occupational therapy, our next guest's journey is nothing short of inspiring. She navigated the challenges of a thyroid cancer diagnosis after discovering it herself in her first year of anatomy and emerged stronger, channelling her experiences into a life of helping others and driving innovation. Amelia St Baker's early caree...

Starting his career in business banking, our next guest has spent over two decades at NAB, rising through the ranks to become a pivotal figure in Australia's banking sector. Known for his strategic acumen and client-centric approach, he has played a significant role in shaping the future of private banking in Australia. Ivano Simonutti, the National General Manager of NAB’s Private Bank, began...

From his humble beginnings as the grandson of Greek immigrants in Darwin, today’s guests’ path has been marked by relentless determination, exceptional talent, and a visionary mindset. In today's episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Andrew N. Liveris AO, a towering figure in global business and leadership. Andrew's early years, spent in Darwin and later Brisbane, laid the found...

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Gaby and Ali Rosenberg to unpack their journey to date in bringing Blossom to the point it is today as an innovative fixed income offering. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as being personal financial advice. It is general in nature only and has not taken into account your particular circumstances, objectives, financial situation or needs. You sh...

What does the sport of sailing and funds management have in common? Not a lot one would’ve thought, but our next guest was an Olympic sailor, turned fund manager. This week’s guest is Tom King, Olympic gold medallist and now Chief Investment Officer at Nanuk Asset Management. Tom, after finding the sport of sailing on the back of what was for a large part chance as a teenager, fell in love with it...

It’s not often that you come across someone so hellbent on solving a massive issue in society that they dedicate their entire life to it. This week’s guest has worn a dress made entirely of women’s pads, campaigned tirelessly to get GST removed from women’s sanitary items and put an issue that otherwise wouldn’t get talked about, in the forefront of our minds. This week’s guest is Rochelle Courten...

Hailing from New Zealand, this week’s guest has made his name in Australia’s burgeoning property market. Jason Huljich, co-founder and still co-CEO of Centuria Capital Group, has led Centuria to the point where it is one of Australia’s premier investment firms. Jason started Centuria in 1999 with John McBain, who he was many years his junior, with Jason using his property consultancy experience to...

We are all familiar with a wicketkeeper in cricket or a goalkeeper in soccer but rarely are they the hero of a sporting fixture. However, a mistake can be incredibly costly and your role in keeping the ship sailing smoothly is paramount. Being a corporate lawyer is very much the same. This episode's guest, Tim Gordon, has made a career out of being one of the most dependable and highly revered...

If your parents told you that you were going to be packed up and taken to a country in which you couldn’t speak a word of their native language, at the age of 15, you would have been excused if you came with a sense of resentment towards the cards you were dealt. But our next guest, Alex Vynokur, has seen his move to Australia far differently. Alex Vynokur is the Founder of BetaShares – an investm...

NEW EPISODE - "Up & Coming" Series Part 2 🎙 In this week's episode,  Will Chapman  and  Charlie Selth  are joined by  Mitchell Hughes . Mitch is a busy man. In conjunction with his role as an Analyst  1835i , he is the driving force behind Australia's first student-led VC in  NextGen Ventures . Mitch and his team have a vision for what the future of student entrepreneurship i...

Known for his pragmatic, courageous and committed leadership approach, our next guest, Australia’s 25th Prime Minister, John Howard, is one of Australia’s most respected, renowned and revered leaders. Serving as Prime Minister from 1996 to 2007, Mr. Howard's tenure is marked by significant achievements that have shaped the course of our nation. From social, industrial and economic reforms to pivot...

Set on a mission to stop the number 1 killer of Australians, this week's guests have taken a huge leap at a big opportunity. Meet Jake, Lachlan and Griffo, from Naturally Cooked, 3 boys taking sun safety seriously. Struck by the impacts of skincancer on the Australian population, the boys decided to revitalise the act of putting sunscreen on. They have an exciting plan that is in place to enga...

In chatting with some of Australia’s greatest business leaders and figures over the past 50 plus episodes, the common theme that has emerged is that people will ultimately play a significant role in any business. Our next guests are experts in people. Loretta McGeachin and Sara Villella have formed a strong duo which they started through the process of developing a market leading Workforce Advisor...