The Boardroom Podcast

Scott is classified a digital warrior and has a perspective on the world like none other. His approach of empathy to the world of innovation has seen him rub shoulders with some of this generations best innovators.  A honest family man and a Melbourne born boy, now living in Singapore - Scott shares his perspective on life, career and innovation that you don't always get the luxury of hearing.

In today's conversation, we will dive deep into Mark's story, his research as he shares with us his unique approach that simplifies the prevailing confusion in our lives. Mark wants to create a shift in our thinking about health, happiness, high-performance and higher consciousness.  Surely it should be simpler? A thought that consumed the mind of Mark ever since completing an honours degree in Exercise Physiology. A course entrenched in western health science. As a former AFL footballer, Mark already had a deep understanding of high performance health science.

Veloce Founder John Di Natale, details the story of a kid from country Victoria, who became a financial adviser. Helping multiple business owners and professionals create financial security and ultimately live the lives they wish for! John highlights that for most of us it is about an understanding of the fundamentals that support our financial habits and future financial prosperity. Get a grip on the basic early and see the benefits in your later life. Now having created a vehicle for others entering the property market - John is on a quest to shift the cultural conversation around property.

An inspiring young man who will be running around Australia - leaving the Vermont Football Club in early January 2021, in honour of his football teammate Joseph Moschetti who passed away in his sleep in 2016. He will be raising awareness and funds for ‘The Compassionate Friends', a national charity that supports parents, siblings and grandparents after a child has passed away. He is a special individual with a message to share and he inspires us to share more!

Tim's story from DJ to charity owner is one very inspiring journey. Now the founder and CEO of TLC for Kids, doing incredible work for kids when them and their families need it most.

Peter Murphy, you average boy from the suburbs who just have it a crack... took action of what he wanted, made the best of his opportunities and did what made him happy. A true story of what happens when you follow your heart and passion and allow the beauty of life and it's way of teaching perspective guide what you do inn your future! Listen to the lessons and journey of a good, honest human... Peter Murphy.

It's not every day that you sell your business Virginpulse to the Sir Richard Branson. But this bloke did. Glenn Riseley talks all things business, work ethic to build a product and the current education landscape. A charismatic character, we appreciate having the great man on.

From coding software to taking the plunge to start his sports digital marketing consultancy; having now met and worked with some of the biggest brands in sport, Sean knows a couple of things or two about the world of digital for sports athletes and the organisations. Now taking on a new challenge of starting an Esports team, Sean highlights his journey to this point, lessons learn and what to expect in the coming years from Esports!

Talking to Anita Ziemer the Managing Director of the Slade Group about young people entering the work force and the future of industries with the presence of automation was a very interesting discussion. It is a topic we at The Boardroom are passionate to explore so listen in and let us know what you think!

Incredible insight and stories from a person with such wealth of knowledge and experience. It was a honour to have Debby Lovett in The Boardroom sharing with Tom and Mason. Listen in because there is a lot to learn from this episode!

Our very first Millennial Movement episode with Sarah Rowe - where we share the story of a millennial making movements in their industry and taking on the challenges they face. Listen to the journey of Sarah Rowe, an AFLW player for the Collingwood FC and how she grew up in Ireland but now is playing the great game of AFL here in Melbourne! Motivating story of how just taking opportunities and living with no regret.

From an accountant student, to multiple time CEO of some of Australia's most successful sporting organisations. This is a true, authentic view point of how being self aware of who you are and the value you can provide is what will make you successful. Hear how someone navigated and learnt the sporting admin world and how you can too!

A true entrepreneur. That is the best way to describe Tobi Skovron; with multiple brands under his belt and years of true and honest business and entrepreneurial experience, he is one individual who you would listen to about being a successful entrepreneur. Hear the journey Tobi took to become the Co-Founder of CreativeCubes, an ever expanding co-working space. There were ups and downs and incredible lessons to learn from as Tobi shares some stories from his different industry ventures.

Not every day do you get to hear the story of an AFL icon about growing up in North Ringwood, to then be recruited by Essendon as a young teenager and have a stellar career ending up in the AFL Hall of Fame. Paul Salmon also reflects on his entrepreneurial talent and drive to also build and venture into areas of his life with the values and principles learnt from AFL royalty, Kevin Sheedy. We asked Paul what he looks for in young talent and his answer definitely requires taking a couple note!

2 of the good guys. One contributing to the Collingwood media team for over 10 years, the other isn't a bad ruckman, and we aren't talking about Coxy.  Welcome to the Boardroom Luke Mason and Brodie Grundy

A young man with an incredible story - Kristian Martinow shares with us his journey to now. Covering off early days in university and transitioning into the corporate world, to then be faced with a life turning experience which totally shifted his path. Many lessons can be learnt and we get very philosophical in The Boardroom for this episode - enjoy!

Andrew Walton the Founder of Interact Sport joined us to discuss all things sport and tech related. Having grown up in the country where sport was his life - he soon found himself making the move to town and finding his feet in a career. As we discuss the founding of his business, we also chat about social media and the impact digital is having on businesses as well as mental health and how we as a culture are embracing mental health by beginning the conversation. Andrew is a very down to earth guy with knowledge to share and we at The Boardroom are grateful he shared some with us!

The Co-Founder of the Pride Cup and the first openly homosexual men's Australian Rules Footballer, Jason Ball is an incredibly passionate and driven individual with courage to change culture within our national sport. His passion for positive change doesn't stop there, with goals to one day be MP, Jason has a powerful voice in today's up and coming politics; being the voice for many young Australian. Jason is on his way to achieve something incredibly remarkable with Pride Cup as well as his involvement with politics and we at the Boardroom are fully supportive of Jason and are here to assist with the impact Pride Cup is trying to achieve!

The Founder and CEO of The Man Cave - Hunter Johnson is truly changing the lives of boys aged 13-18 in high schools and yes is looking to replicate the same for girls. Tackling the issue of mental health and boys behaviour during this period in their life, focusing on the issue during the preventative stage; an area where Hunter believes can have real impact on the boys and those around them. We were able to discuss with Hunter what shaped him during his journey that led him down this path of wanting to start The Man Cave and where the passion for the concept came from. We also got the chance to share a very impactful story and have an in-depth conversation about the topic. This is an episode worth listening too!

Cam Greenwood Live Passionately; a message Cam lives and breathes by on a daily basis. Cam is the Founder / Chief of Passion at Monster Surf, the apparel company he started from his parents home when deciding to create a surfboard in the backyard. A true social entrepreneur at heart and a real compassion for helping others through the vehicle of change that is Monsta Surf and the personal brand Cam has been able to develop through this journey. Full credit to the hard work he has put in and the lifestyle he now lives represents perfectly the style of the man. Listen to his journey as there is a lot to take away from this incredible individual.

Peter Cullen. Founder of Reclink Australia, an order of Australia medalist, humble and with a heart of gold, Peter is passionate about improving the lives of people experiencing disadvantage by “including the unincluded” through various sports and arts programs around Australia.

Barry was a Boardroom specialist this week, a teacher, family man, passionate traveller, men's health enthusiast and cancer survivor, he gave us so much to think about. With a wealth of knowledge through ups and downs of his journey, Barry is a wise man and one with lessons learnt that we can all gain from.

Friendly and bubbly nature; Michelle Akhidenor expresses passion more than anyone we have interviewed.  Showing strengths and real curiosity towards entrepreneurship, having started her own podcast The Peers Project, sharing the stories of Forbes 30 Under 30. Michelle travelled the world for the podcast whilst studying and now finds herself as the Community Manager at Spark Deakin. A lot to take away from the podcast as Michelle shares some of her best advice for you, our listeners.

A man of an incredible talent and a skill of making people laugh, Elliot Loney provided a real insight into a side not many get to see. The ability to impersonate some of the most highly profiled people in the community, is a gift and an absolute laugh to listen to. Sharing stories and personal development during his time as a comedian, I know will be of value to you; our listeners. Sit back, relax and enjoy the many guests that joined us in this episode of The Boardroom.

It was very humbling to have two sisters climbing their way up the professional sporting ladder together chat to us in the Boardroom.  Both Brooke and Kristy Stratton joined us as the Australian Long Jump record holder and a Collingwood AFLW player respectively.  Thanks again for the chat girls.

A man not afraid to lead the pack from the front; having done so at some of Australias most sort after sporting organisations. His level of experience is far beyond most that we will have the privilege to speak to on The Boardroom. Lessons to be learnt from what Mark discusses in this episode plus some good insight into Swimming Australia and the up and coming Commonwealth Games. An episode for all sport lovers and business individuals.

This week, The Boardroom presents Anthony Panozzo with the Boardroom Baggy Blue, adding him to a growing number of distinguished Board members.  From a company director and race horse trainer, to an experienced mentor in the sports and business circles, this really is a chat worth listening too.

Nothing can be more fitting than having the pleasure on International Womens day than being able to have Stephanie Woollard join us in the four walls of The Boardroom. An inspiring and motivating individual to us all with her social entrepreneurship and passion for helping people. Her energy is contagious and her drive to achieve and succeed by doing what is positive is one lesson you will take away from this episode, amongst many other. She is proudly know for being the Founder of Seven Women and is the CEO & Founder of Hands on Development; a social enterprise travel company that organises cultural immersion tours to Nepal.

It is not everyday you get to chat to an Australian Icon who was able to achieve success in their chosen profession and reach the top of their game. Chatting to Pat Rafter and getting an insight into his career and journey to back-to-back US Opens is inspiring and also highlights the message of hard work and dedication to your craft. We also get to hear what Pat has to say about the current crop of Australian talent within tennis and what he is now up to. Listen up for a great episode!

Fresh from his 4th Australian Open win, The Boardroom returns in 2018 with the legendary Dylan Alcott to talk about his stunning summer of tennis, a chance meeting with Will Smith and his inspiring perspective that's driving a generation of people with a disability.

On the eve of Christmas, the Boardroom continues to deliver quality episodes for you to enjoy over the festive season. This episode we have a very interesting discussion with Anne-Maree Sparkman, former presenter for the Wide World of Sport on Channel 9. As well as being joined by Dave Redman, a TV producer that has worked along side Anne-Maree in the television industry; we discuss everything from their careers, TV and the impact of social media. We introduce back an old segment, the Stock Market and discuss who to buy in and who to sell. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from The Boardroom.

Tom and Dawesy are joined by Caterina Politi, the co-founder of Stop. One Punch Can Kill, to raise and pass on a number of crucial messages in Episode 13. The mother of David Cassai, who was killed in 2012, opens up about her campaign to raise awareness about the danger of a single punch to prevent more lives being lost to senseless crimes on our streets this holidays. We also learn more about Reach thanks to millennial mover Harriet Worrall-Carter, who works closely with the team-orientated and sport inspired foundation to help empower young people's lives.

Success stories in the world of entrepreneurship are hard to come by, but Murray Lees is one who's broken that mold. Having co-founded a business which now sits at the top of its industry, Murray joins The Boardroom to share stories of the many ups and downs along his career and some important tips and mantras when breaking away from the traditional path. We also launch a new segment as Dawesy puts the heat on an organisation that didn't fare well during his holiday.

Incredibly insightful episode; professional running coach Bohdan Babijczuk shares stories about the athletes he has been able to train, as well as detailing the changes along a journey of working with some of best sporting organisations in Australia. We also track down Josh to hear how his travels in Asia are going and all the news around the volcano eruption in Bali.

The Boardroom get into double-digit episodes and what a guest to share the moment with the boys. Mason Cox shares his journey from Dallas, Texas to Melbourne, Australia and how to managed to find himself amongst the AFL and land at Collingwood FC. We also introduce a new segment, Millennial Movement where we chat to millennials doing extraordinary things and to kick it off we speak to Jake Battye and what he is up to in Jakarta, Indonesia.

The Boardroom brings you a draft special, interviewing AFL journalist and draft guru Callum Twomey and top 20 prospect Jack Higgins. Discussing all things draft and the journey of our two guests. We have also been able to track down Josh to hear about his travels around Asia.

After a weeks break The Boardroom is back with a packed episode 8. Josh leaves for Asia but Tom is back in studio to discuss all this Nepal and India, including a very insightful Interview with Anita Kerr Nepali. We are joined by two very special guests as well; Anthony & Liz Phillips to give us their view of the work they both have done in India and Nepal and it's nice to wrap up Tom's travel with the both of them.

Fresh from a gruelling 1000km bike ride from Adelaide to Melbourne to remember Mandy Herbert and Helen Hatzis in the fight against ovarian cancer, Channel 9 sports reporter Clint Stanaway spent some time with the boys to explain the inspiration and planning behind an emotional mission. And in light of a possible employee strike at Streets, Tom phones in to debate about Australia's favourite ice cream!

Tom returns via our international hotline, discussing his work for the ever-growing Recklink AFL program in India with guests Sumesh and Sarab, as another Boardroom member celebrates finishing his university degree. The Stock Market is busy as always and the boys also ponder about a new name for the Perth Stadium!

Lots of positive vibes for Episode 5 as model and ambassador Steph Smith guides us through a host of interesting and honest topics. From the excitement surrounding the rapid rise of her wellness program Keep It Cleaner, to an open look at the pressure and demands of a slowly-adapting industry - this is an interview you won't forget! The Stock Market also returns with online shopping and Dove under the boys review.

Our resident traveller Tom Phillips brings tales from abroad in Episode 4, introducing us to two uniquely different guests, Kenny from Thailand and Hoy from Cambodia - each with a marvellous story to tell. The boys chat refreshed perspectives and the importance of rest and relaxation, as well as all things weird and wacky in How Bizzare!

Big or small, successful or not - every journey is built from many stepping stones. Episode 3 guest James Delbridge has created big, bold steps on his own and chatted to us as he makes his mark in the real estate world, while Tom Phillips joins us from Thailand to discuss another big career milestone having signed a new contract with Collingwood. All our usual fun segments as well, have a listen!

Who better to join the boys in studio as they discuss career goals than the doyen of journalism; 9 News presenter Peter Hitchener. Peter discuses his fascinating rise to the top of his industry as well as his love for social media in a delightful and hilarious chat. TV ads are also the hot topic in this week's Office Whispers!

Jayden, Tom and Josh start a new podcast journey with a background into their own differing career journeys, as well as exploring the show's engaging segments! The Stock Market tackles the rise of Instagram and Channel 10's possible takeover Making Waves - US Government, the new iPhone and Mason Cox And a journo getting more than he bargained for in Office Whispers!