Tales from Tech Titans

Connie Beck, Group Director of IT Transformation & Digital at Urbis. Connie shared her incredible 25-year career journey as an enabler with a project management mindset and her low point going through redundancy. PART 2 of EPISODE 5 IS LIVE! Listen to Part 1 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2U9xZW8iHqn1zQ4ij5Stjm?si=LFh-15AlQlCGnv_bJZD_LA

ou Can Be Redundant BUT Don’t Become Redundant Connie Beck, Group Director of IT Transformation & Digital at Urbis. With 25 years of global experience across consulting, managed services, M&A, and project and portfolio management, Connie has seen firsthand how the industry has evolved—and where it’s headed next. PART 1 of EPISODE 5 IS LIVE!

📢 PART 2 of Episode 4 with Lukasz Gogolkiewicz, Head of Cybersecurity at Accent Group Limited is NOW LIVE! With 20+ years of experience at leading firms like IBM, NAB, and SEEK, Lukasz brings deep cybersecurity and leadership insights. Listen now!

📢 PART 1 of Episode 4 with Lukasz Gogolkiewicz, Head of Cybersecurity at Accent Group Limited is ON AIR! With 20+ years of experience at leading firms like IBM, NAB, and SEEK, Lukasz brings deep insights into the evolving world of cybersecurity. Listen now!

Our fifth guest - Kerr Forbes is a seasoned C-Suite business executive and program director, accumulating over two decades of expertise across the UK, Asia, and Australia. Kerr Forbes talks about his unconventional path into Technology, the advantages that he has from his dynamic background and the challenges that he encountered in his career.

How and when to build a career in PMO? Fatimah Abbouchi, a seasoned expert with 21 years of PMO experience, shares invaluable insights on landing your first PMO job. From essential interview tips to navigating the hiring process, she covers it all. Plus, don’t miss the red flags to watch out for during PMO interviews! Watch Part 2 of Episode 3 now!

What will be the future of Project, Program and Change Manager in the volatile digital age? How to establish a personal branding in PMO? What causes 70% of projects to fail? All are discussed in our conversation with Fatimah Abbouchi, Australia’s First PMO Influencer of the Year. Part 1 of Episode 4 is LIVE NOW!

How did becoming a parent teach you about leadership? Part 2 of our conversation with Paul Jreige leads you into a Tech career journey filled with leadership lessons. Part 2 of Episode 2 with Paul Jreige is OUT!

What are the top 3 secrets for a successful infrastructure rollout? This conversation with Paul Jreige will give you some fresh perspectives. Paul Jreige, Chief Technology Officer at Amotiv Limited, is a seasoned leader in Technology and Risk Management, with an impressive 26-year career across industries like automotive, logistics, FMCG, media, and telecommunications. Listen to learn from his car...

The biggest lesson Eglantine Etiemble has gained from her first-ever leadership role! Eglantine Etiemble, Group Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at PEXA, as she walks us through her incredible 25-year career journey as a true catalyst for innovation and business transformation. Tune in now!

Why are the C-Suite and board levels losing focus on Cybersecurity? What’s really the priority now? Continuing our conversation with Andrew Morgan, we discussed interesting topics related to cybersecurity and his non-traditional career path as a CISO. Tune in now 🔥

Don McGowan, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Armaguard Group with his incredible 20-year career journey in Digital Transformation and M&A.---Tune in now on your favourite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/talesfromtechtitansFollow Tales from Tech Titans on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/45vUr2zFollow Emmbr for more tech career insights:LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4bcTihIInstagram: htt...

From Detective to Senior Investigator to establishing a successful career in Cybersecurity, Andrew Morgan is the first guest of Tales from Tech Titans season 2. Andrew Morgan, a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer, with an inspiring—and, as he puts it, fun—career journey. Today, he brings his wealth of experience to the table for an insightful conversation you won’t want to meet.

Our 24th Tech Titan, Ayten Ozenc, the seasoned CIO at ABN, shared invaluable career insights from her nearly 30-year journey. She spent 20 formative years of her career exposing to diverse environments: in-house, consulting, private and public. Listen now to her takeaways 🔥 ____ "What are career prospects in technology?"-Tales from Tech Titans is where we speak with Australia's most...

In Part 2 of the special episode featuring Andy Foster, the man who helps create the Tech Titans, we dives deep into the CIO role. From how the CIO role has evolved to the 4 CIO types to the skills and mindset every aspiring CIO needs to reach the top. Whether you’re a seasoned CIO or an aspiring tech leader, this episode will provide valuable takeaways for your career journey.

A special episode for the festive season! Welcome Andy Foster, the man who helps create the Tech Titans. Andy is a leader who has spent 30+ years shaping leadership and impact across the globe. Unlike our usual Tech Titans, he is the teacher behind the titans-helping senior technology leaders unlock their potential. But what makes this conversation truly special is his incredible journey from serv...

From India to Australia, what a journey! We had the privilege to sit down with the 23rd Tech Titan, Leela Kalagara, CIO at GJK Facility Services. She shared her incredible story of transitioning to Melbourne, the motivations behind the move, and the challenges she conquered along the way. Plus, her advice is a must-hear for anyone considering a similar leap! Listen to the full episode: https://spo...

Last week, we were honored to feature Jen Goeldner, a tech leader whose resilience and determination left us in absolute awe. PART 2 of Episode 33 premieres Thursday, 12 Dec, at 5 PM! 🤩 In this unmissable episode, Jen dives deep into the challenges that shaped her, the moments of vulnerability, and how she emerged stronger than ever—ready to tackle her next big career milestones!

Ever imagine being a Director with 13 years in Nursing and then one day deciding to hit the reset button and become a Business Analyst? Sounds a bit crazy, right? Well, that's exactly what Fi Slaven did! Fi Slaven takes us through waves of excitement: from how nursing skills translate to tech to her biggest career regrets and sacrifices, and how she handled an uncomfortable role. Watch our full ep...

Content warning: Please note that this episode briefly mentions death and suicide between minutes 4 and 5. Please prioritise your well-being and skip this section if necessary. What’s the secret to building a high-performing team? How did early life experiences shape resilience? And what lessons come from navigating a business collapse with a survival mindset? In this inspiring talk, Jen Goeldner—...

To be LIKED or RESPECTED as Leaders? Lisa Dowie, a Velvet-Sledgehammer Leader with an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. In this Terabyte, we reflect on Lisa’s incredibly inspiring career spanning Tech and Business, exploring how she overcame challenges as a young female leader and her rise to reputation in PMO. Listen to the full conversation now: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link...

Paula O'Toole, Chief Operating Officer at Ausfine Foods, is known as an energetic and visionary Transformation Leader. From the pivotal role of data in AI. It explores transitions during COVID-19 to insights on the controversial debate on flexibility, to real advice for future leaders… PART 2 OF EPISODE 35 IS NOW LIVE!

Jen Rebeiro is a distinguished tech leader listed in the prestigious CIO Top 50 for three consecutive years. From the collapse of Ansett in her first role as a Business Analyst, you'll hear firsthand accounts of resilience and adaptability during the crisis. Full conversation here: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/d6no9qZaHOb --- Listen to the podcast on your favourite platform: https://podc...

Paula O'Toole, Chief Operating Officer at Ausfine Foods, is known as an energetic and visionary Transformation Leader. As a seasoned CIO, Paula’s expertise lies in operational and IT strategy, with standout skills in strategic planning, digital strategy, and technology leadership, making her a key figure in modern business transformation. PART 1 OF EPISODE 35 IS NOW LIVE!

We were thrilled to have a conversation with Leanne about her experience working in a Travel company during the once-in-a-life-time COVID-19 era. Our 19th guest - Leanne Ayers a seasoned and results-driven head of PMO, whose experience spans renowned organisations such as Suncorp Group, Delaware North, HostPlus and most recently Victorian Electoral Commission. Tune in the Full Episode now! https:/...