Q&A with S&A

Dr. Jackie King joins Shane and Andrea to share how she discovered her purpose through empathy, both for herself and for others, and the journey of reconciling the many parts of her life and identity. Fresh from her first solo international trip in decades, Jackie reflects on the pivotal life experiences that have shaped her path: learning to find and follow her flow, leading with compassion, and...

Naomi Way, Managing Director of Moss & Co Consulting, shares why genuine connection and community are key to attracting top talent. From arriving in Australia as a 20-year-old backpacker to building a career in real estate, recruitment, and launching her RecruitHer podcast - Naomi’s journey is all about people. Naomi shares how she matches candidates with the right culture, supports working mo...

Shane and Andrea chat with buyer and vendor advocate Lisa Britcliffe, who specialises in guiding people through property sales and purchases during major life transitions like divorce. They discuss why empathy and understanding are crucial for professional advisors in these turbulent times, and recognising that assets aren’t just figures on a balance sheet — they often carry deep emotional and nos...

In this episode, Shane and Andrea speak with leadership and communications strategist, best-selling author, and business consultant Mel Kettle. Mel opens up about her experience with burnout and how it led her to support others in redefining success in a way that protects their wellbeing. Mel shares practical strategies to help leaders build a career, and a life, that’s both sustainable and fulfil...

In this episode, Miles Beamish joins Shane and Andrea to explore how a love of numbers can drive meaningful impact, both professionally and personally. They unpack the value of finance brokers and accountants working together with clients over the long term, offering consistency and trust, rather than being passed from one client manager to the next at a big bank. Miles also opens up about the phy...

In this episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with Chris Risteski, founder of itsagame , who shares how he is using sport and coaching principles to make financial literacy more accessible. After a successful career in financial planning, Chris launched itsagame to help rebuild financial literacy in Australia through affordable, community-focused education. He explains how treating money management l...

In this special episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with Amanda Mandie OAM, founder and Executive Director of locally based charity, Koala Kids. This conversation follows a recent volunteering day where Aintree Group team members spent time at the Koala Kids warehouse in Hawthorn. Amanda shares the heartfelt story behind Koala Kids – a charity she co-founded with her son Nick – and how it has grown...

🎧 This week we’re revisiting our episode with Olivia Clark-Moffatt from the Australian Communities Foundation! As 30 June approaches, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your charitable giving and how it fits into your end-of-financial-year tax planning. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Olivia Clark-Moffatt from the Australian Communiti...

Cryptocurrency has captured mainstream attention since 2017, yet many wealth advisors still lack the knowledge to offer helpful advice to investors who could genuinely benefit. In this episode, Andrew McPhee from Synergist joins Shane and Andrea to bust myths and unpack the real opportunities in cryptocurrency and blockchain that are often hidden behind misconceptions and meme-coins. We explore th...

In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Shane and Andrea sit down with Nadia Fazli - Chartered Accountant and Director at Aintree Group. Nadia shares how she found her way into the accounting world, how she’s embraced her self-confessed “tax nerd” identity, what it’s like being married to another accountant, and her big passions outside of work: travel and food. Find out more about what we do at...

Shane and Andrea and the team from Aintree Group share their key takeaways, advice and insights from the 2025 Slipstream Connect conference. Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au , or follow us on social media @aintreegroup to stay connected. General Advice Disclaimer: The information discussed in this podcast is general in nature and provided for educ...

In this episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with an Aintree Group Shareholder (and longtime family friend) Trung Le, who has come full circle in his career - starting out alongside Shane, then venturing across the globe, before returning to work with them again. Trung shares the experiences and lessons learned while working across several different continents, and how his travels led to not just pr...

In this special episode, we bring you a thought-provoking discussion from our 2025 International Women’s Day event. Featuring an incredible panel of female leaders - Lynda Slavinskis ( All The Doo Dah Day ), Alex Baldock ( Club Bend ), and Andrea McKenna ( Aintree Group ) - this conversation delves into the challenges, progress, and opportunities for women in the workplace and beyond. Our panelist...

Aintree Group Senior Manager Joseph Colaciello might be quiet around the office, but in this episode, he opens up about his career trajectory - from travelling the world pursuing a professional sporting career in his teens to chasing his Chartered Accounting credentials and becoming a Shareholder in his 20s. Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au , or f...

Shane and Andrea sit down with Matthew Whyatt, Founder & Chief Sales Strategist at Tech Torque, to break down the stigma around sales. They explore why many business owners see “sales” as a dirty word and how this mindset holds them back from fully showcasing the value of their services. Matthew shares practical strategies to reframe sales, build confidence, and communicate value more effectiv...

In this heartfelt episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with Daniel Piciocco, a dedicated team member of Aintree Group who is embarking on a new adventure after an impressive 9-year journey with the firm. From starting as an Administration Assistant to becoming a respected Manager and Chartered Accountant, Daniel shares his climb up the ranks and opens up about his decision to leave his current role...

We're taking a short break for the summer holidays. New episodes of Q&A with S&A will return in February 2025! In the meantime, you can catch up on all our existing episodes at https://aintreegroup.com.au/podcasts/ . See you in the New Year!

What’s it like to compete at your first Olympics? In this episode, Australian Canoe Slalom athlete Tristan Carter reflects on his debut at Paris 2024, where he competed in C1 and Kayak Cross events. Tristan shares the highs, challenges, and unforgettable moments of the Games, offering a unique perspective on life as a first-time Olympian. Plus, he reveals what’s next for his career after Paris. Fo...

In this very special episode of Q&A with S&A , we’re thrilled to host Eat Up for another impactful workshop, where our team comes together to make over 1,200 sandwiches for hungry school kids across Melbourne. Andrea sits down with Nathan from Eat Up to discuss how he joined the organisation, the vital work they do, and the incredible difference it makes. Then, she takes us behind the scen...

Shane and Andrea talk to Paul Martin discuss the parallels between their family-run business journeys and the benefits of getting hands-on practical experience as much as possible in your career. Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au , or follow us on social media @aintreegroup to stay connected. General Advice Disclaimer: The information discussed in...

This week we're rewinding to one of our very early episodes with personal trainer and business owner Gene Alessi. Original air date: 5 February 2024. Gene Alessi from Core Principles talks about the lessons learned and mistakes made when transitioning from a high-stress corporate life to running his own personal training business. Content warning: This episode contains some explicit language and r...

Shane and Andrea chat with Doug Gibson of Invictus Partners about their shared passion for empowering business owners with the tools and information they need to succeed. Doug discusses reclaiming power from business vendors and big tech bullies, and what he’s done in his business and personal life to overthrow imbalance. Find out more about Invictus Partners: invictuspartners.io Find out more abo...

In this second special edition episode of Q&A with S&A we chat to Shane and Andrea about how they intentionally kept culture in mind when designing the new office space. We'll be back with regular "Q&A with S&A" Episodes in a fortnight! Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au , or follow us on social media @aintreegroup to stay connected....

In this special edition episode of Q&A with S&A we chat to Shane, Andrea and Aintree Group team members about their big office move! We'll be back with regular "Q&A with S&A" Episodes as soon as we're settled in our new space! Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au , or follow us on social media @aintreegroup to stay connected. General A...

This time Shane and Andrea direct the questions at each other! After 25 years of marriage and 20 years of business partnership, they provide a bit of insight into the process of building a business together, trying to keep work and home life separate, and why Aintree Group feels like their third child. Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au , or follow...