#140 Alex harper: How to Lead Teams Through Business Change | Leadership & Organizational Culture

What does it take to leave a successful corporate career and dedicate your life to creating impact? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Alex to explore his remarkable journey from growing up in Liverpool, England, to building a career in Australia across corporate restructuring, leadership, and philanthropy. From advising businesses through high-pressure restructures at KPMG and EY to leading fundraising partnerships that change children's lives, Alex shares the leadership principles that have guided every step of his career. This conversation goes beyond business strategy. We discuss authentic leadership, organisational culture, mergers and acquisitions, fundraising, philanthropy, parenting, resilience, and why people—not numbers—are at the heart of every successful organisation. Whether you're a CEO, business owner, executive, board member, nonprofit leader, entrepreneur, or parent, this episode is packed with practical insights on leading with purpose and creating lasting impact. In this episode you'll learn: Alex's journey from Liverpool to Australia Lessons from KPMG, EY, and corporate restructuring Why successful leadership is "half psychology and half business" Building trust during organisational change Why culture determines the success or failure of mergers Transitioning from corporate finance to philanthropy How fundraising creates real community impact Leadership, authenticity, and purpose-driven careers Raising resilient children in a changing world The future of philanthropy, governance, and community leadership Disclaimer: This video is created for educational and informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the guest are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the channel. We have no intention to disrespect, defame, or cause harm to any person, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. Our sole purpose is to share insights that may help the audience gain perspective and make informed decisions. To know more, Follow Dev Singh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev_singh_aus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dev.singh.official Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VTaolqK4PAL1t1rLUoHnE Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dev-singh/id1812396601 Watch the full episode and join the conversation in the comments. If you enjoy conversations about leadership, business strategy, philanthropy, organisational culture, and personal growth, don't forget to Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe for more conversations with Australia's leading business and community leaders.