The Canberra Business Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jonathan Doyle
It's amazing what you can discover in your own back yard. Canberra has an incredible array of world class business and public sector leaders and this is the place you get to meet them. Join global speaker, author, businessman and executive coach, Jonathan Doyle as he introduces to the people shaping the business and government future of the nation and beyond.
On this week's edition of the Canberra Business Podcast, we hear from executive producer and co-founder of Wildbear Entertainment, Serge Ou. Serge discusses his filter for decision-making as well as where the line lies between personal interests and commercial viability. Additionally, Serge shares his insight into how the media industry is changing, and why he loves problem-solving.
In this week's edition of the Canberra Business Podcast, we hear from co-founder of Bentspoke Brewing Co. in Canberra, Richard Watkins. Richard discusses what brand means to him, and what are the key elements that have driven him throughout his career. Additionally, Richard shares his insight into the beer making process, and how he deals with risk in decision-making.
In this week's episode we hear from co-founder of Canberra based Aspen Medical, Glenn Keys. In this edition of the podcast, Glenn discusses the values that underline Aspen Medical's success and the complementarity of a business partnership. Additionally, Glenn shares how he manages his weaknesses and where he fits humility into his business leadership.
In this week's episode we hear from Sanjay Kumar, co-founder of Daana Indian Restaurant in Curtin, Canberra. In this episode of the podcast, Sanjay talks about how perseverance and maintaining the passion for what he does has led to his restaurant's success. Also, Sanjay talks about the necessity of taking risks and in self-belief.
In this week's episode we hear from former managing director of Apple and current CEO of the Canberra-based coaching analytics company, Today's Plan. Ben shares his insights into how he was able to develop a vision and capitalise on opportunity in the tech start-up landscape. In addition to this, Ben shares his approach towards developing business partnerships and a strong culture within the business.
In this week’s episode I talk with Patrick Quade, partner and co-founder of accountancy and finance business Synergy Group, who explains how Synergy came to be and defines what exactly it is that Synergy does so well. We also learn about the decision making processes at Synergy, as well as how they structure their business, how Pat values his people and much more.
In this week's episode, we hear from the wonderful Gerard Tiffen, founder of successful Canberra mortgage brokerage company Tiffen & Co. Gerard discusses his passionate commitment to developing client loyalty, caring for his people and the power of hard work. This is a great Canberra business success story about a man who cares about his clients, his staff, his family and the wider community.
In this week's episode I talk with the amazing Michelle Melbourne who with her husband Phil has built a globally focused tech business taking on some of the biggest names on the planet. Michelle is deeply passionate about people and about how technology can be used to address both challenges in government and business but also the deeply human issues of poverty in developing nations. Michelle has a fascinating back story involving a deep interest in the physical world, the sciences, psychology and music. This synthesis of these unique interests has been integral in developing a business that brings the best out of her tribe and brings their best to the world.
Louise Curtis is an amazing business woman who has so much to teach all of us on the journey of life and business. She has been either a finalist or winner in various categories of the Telstra Business Awards over numerous years and continues to inspire and lead in the Canberra business space. In this interview Louise shares so many of the experiences, people and setback that have defined her journey and helps us understand the courage and resilience that we all need to build a thriving and successful business story.
In this episode I sit down with one of the worlds most respected wine makers Tim Kirk from Clonakilla Wines outside Canberra. Tim brings an amazing passion and energy to his work and to his desire to express a unique and complex experience of land, weather, knowledge and wine making. The Clonakilla story begins in the darkest days of World War II and crosses the world as the young scientist Dr. John Kirk allows the forces of curiosity and risk to drive an idea that changed a generation and gave the world some of the best cool climate wines in existence.
This week I talk with Jason Barry, the owner of Evo Health Club at Hotel Realm in Barton, Canberra. As a small business owner, Jason talks about balancing running his own business and running his life as well as the benefits that come from building your business focused upon the creation of a unique and quality experience for people. He also gives a rundown of the lessons he's learnt and explains the methods and approaches he takes to making decisions
In this week's episode we talk to co-founder of Bentspoke Brewing Co. Richard Watkins on attention to detail and ensuring a quality product. Additionally, Richard speaks on how he deals with risk and what the concept of brand means to him.
This week we hear from the CEO of Today's Plan Ben Bowley on creating a vision for a tech start-up and seizing upon opportunity. In addition to this, Ben discusses how to build successful business partnerships and a strong sense of culture.
In this week's episode, we hear from Gerard Tiffen, owner of successful Canberra mortgage brokerage company Tiffen & Co on creating a dynamic business model in a service industry. Gerard discusses how he places great value upon developing client loyalty, as well as the utilisation of mentors and never being afraid to ask questions.
This is a great Canberra business success story about a man who cares about his clients, his staff, his family and the wider community.