Show Me The Perks Podcast | What Moves People: Inside the Des's Journey

In this episode of Show Me The Perks, host Kim Bigg sits down with Chris Brougham, Executive Chairman of the Des's Group, to unpack one of South Australia's most enduring business stories. From its beginnings as a three‑car taxi service operating out of a spare bedroom in Whyalla, Des's has grown into a diversified, statewide transport group. Chris shares the defining moments that shaped that journey, including stepping into leadership at just 20, navigating profound personal and business loss, and making difficult decisions about when to hold firm and when to pivot. This conversation goes beyond history. Chris reflects candidly on: Leading through uncertainty and crisis Building a business that adapts without losing its values Letting go of family‑only control and trusting non‑family leadership A must‑listen for family business owners, leaders navigating growth or succession, and anyone grappling with change, responsibility and long-term legacy.