The CX Show

After breaking his back in an accident at just 24 years old, Mick Vawdrey faced a life-changing challenge while raising his young son, Paul. From a wheelchair, he went on to build Vawdrey Australia, one of Australia's bigest and last purely Australian manufacturers. If you see a truck in Australia, chances are the trailer is Vawdrey-made. A story shaped by determination, grit, and an unwaverin...

The CX Show is back! On this episode we are joined by Ashlee , Benjamin & Allister from The Country Grocers to talk family business, supermarkets, and the reality behind customer purchase decisions. For anyone interested in the day-to-day operations behind a food & beverage store, or even some behind-the-scenes realities about pricing and catalogues, this episode is for you! #coldxpress #t...

Join John, Jack and Alex from Cold Xpress as they talk all things family business and the food and beverage industry. On this episode they are joined by Catherine Sayer, CEO of Family Business Australia (FBA) for a chat about the FBA, the current economy for family businesses, and things get heated between siblings live on air.

This month, the CX Show brings you a very special Christmas special as we sit down with Peter Tri — founder of 8 Food , one of Australia’s largest and fastest-growing condiment manufacturers, supplying everyone from independent restaurants to global giants like Costco. Peter’s story is anything but linear. After dropping out of school at 16 and cutting his teeth in hospitality, he built and scaled...

This month, we sit down with Secon Freight Logistics — a proudly Australian company built on more than 50 years of family values, hard work, and unwavering trust. What began in 1969, when Maurie Considine founded the business with a clear vision and a hands-on ethic, has grown into one of the country’s most respected names in freight and logistics. From those early days, when the operation was sma...

This month, we sit down with the team at Floridia Cheese — a family-owned Australian company built on over 70 years of tradition, passion, and craftsmanship. From humble beginnings in 1952, when Mauro and Carmela Montalto migrated from Sicily with their three young sons, the Floridia story is one of heritage carried across generations and perfected on Australian soil. What started as Mauro making...

This month, we sit down with the team at JL King & Co — a family-owned Australian company with over 100 years of history. From humble beginnings in 1913 to becoming one of the nation’s most trusted suppliers of fresh produce and ready-made meals, JL King & Co has been built on family values, community, and a relentless commitment to quality. Today, their products reach thousands of Austral...

This month, Jack, John and Alex sit down with Patrick LaManna — CEO of LaManna and Director of Pistachio Papi. From leading Melbourne’s go-to destination for “the good things in life” to creating a cult-followed dessert brand, Patrick shares how family values, quality produce, and a passion for innovation have shaped his journey. LaManna is more than a supermarket — it’s a celebration of flavour,...

This month, Jack, John and Natalie sit down with Hayden and Heidi Dyt — the husband-and-wife duo behind Foxes Den, a family-run business serving up restaurant-quality food for fast foodies. From cooking for loved ones at home to building a brand that brings wholesome, natural meals to people on the go, it’s a story of passion, persistence, and purpose. Founded in 2011 with a simple mission — to ma...

This month, Jack, Alex, and John sit down with the passionate team behind Marisa’s Kitchen — a family-run business known for their award-winning soups, sauces, and dips. From humble beginnings to supermarket shelves, they share the real story behind the brand: years of hard work, late nights, and staying true to quality. It’s a warm, honest conversation about family, food, and what it takes to bui...

Jack, Alex, and their dad John sit down with special guest Kyle Rodgers for one of their most powerful conversations yet. Kyle opens up about his journey through the highs and lows of the logistics industry including the moment he collapsed at an industry event, hit his head, and needed surgery. They dive deep into burnout, the pressure to succeed, and the challenge of raising young children while...

Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they welcome a very special guest — their mum, Marie. In this heartwarming episode, the family shares stories from behind the scenes at Cold Xpress, reflecting on the challenges, values, and teamwork that have shaped their journey. A candid and personal look at the family behind the business.

Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they chat with their first-ever guest, Oliver from the Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC). In this episode, they explore the role AMIC plays in supporting local butchers, processors, and smallgoods makers across Australia. Learn how Cold Xpress works alongside industry leaders like AMIC to keep food moving and businesses thriving — from paddock to plate.

Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they dive into the world of business, family dynamics, and the refrigerated transport industry. Together, they run Cold Xpress, a family-owned company based in Rowville, Victoria, specialising in chilled and frozen next-day delivery services. From Melbourne metro to regional Victoria, their trusted fleet serves as the distribution backbone for manufacturers,...

Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they dive into the world of business, family dynamics, and the refrigerated transport industry. Together, they run Cold Xpress, a family-owned company based in Rowville, Victoria, specialising in chilled and frozen next-day delivery services. From Melbourne metro to regional Victoria, their trusted fleet serves as the distribution backbone for manufacturers,...

Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they dive into the world of business, family dynamics, and the refrigerated transport industry. Together, they run Cold Xpress, a family-owned company based in Rowville, Victoria, specialising in chilled and frozen next-day delivery services. From Melbourne metro to regional Victoria, their trusted fleet serves as the distribution backbone for manufacturers,...