Grant Kelley: Building Value Through Business, Sport and Community

Paul Edginton is joined by Grant Kelley, owner of the Adelaide 36ers, for a conversation about his career, his return to South Australia after 30 years overseas, and the principles that have shaped his approach to business, investment, sport and community. Grant reflects on his early career, international experience and the decision to come home, as well as the opportunities he sees for South Australia as the state develops greater confidence in its own strengths.The conversation explores Grant’s approach to creating value, from private equity and investment to his involvement with the Adelaide 36ers and the role sporting clubs can play in strengthening community. Paul and Grant also discuss South Australia’s entrepreneurial culture, the importance of civility and kindness in leadership, and how competitiveness can coexist with dignity and strong values. Grant shares his perspective on winning and losing well, developing resilience in young people, and the role mentors can play throughout a professional career.In this episode:• Returning to South Australia after 30 years overseas and applying international experience at home• Building value through investment, business and long term thinking• Growing the Adelaide 36ers while strengthening connection with members and community• Exploring kindness, dignity and healthy competition as leadership principles• Finding mentors and learning through both giving and receiving adviceThis episode is for business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and anyone interested in how commercial experience, community involvement and personal values can shape effective leadership.We would love for you to become part of our growing leadership community. Visit ⁠www.ceoadvantage.com.au⁠.For leadership advice and more content, follow @ceo_advantage on Instagram.Connect with Paul Edginton on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/paul-edginton-5047a511.