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Founders and Funders Australia
by Ray Yee Consulting
Founders and Funders explores the dynamic and ever-evolving world of startups in Australia. Hosted by Ray, the show dives into the stories of entrepreneurs.Each episode features conversations with founders about their journeys, challenges, and insights as they turn ideas into businesses.
Episodes
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Ep 31 — Mark Fitzgerald: Building In Range to Help His Daughter Manage Type 1 Diabetes
When Melbourne photographer Mark Fitzgerald’s three-year-old daughter was diagnosed with coeliac disease and type 1 diabetes within three months, his family’s life changed overnight. Clinical appointments raised a deceptively simple question: “How has she been going?” Answering it meant piecing...
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Ep 30 - Stephanie Leung: Building Eat Drink Play and The Hungry Passport
Stephanie Leung (@misssteph_eatdrinkplay) has spent more than 25 years quietly building one of Melbourne's most recognisable personal brands. You'll know her from her TV work, her 71K-strong Instagram community at Eat Drink Play, and her hosting at some of the city's biggest launches. But she's...
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Ep 29 - How Nautica Australia Uses Brand Licensing to Win the Local Market with Gabriel Bastien-Dietrich
In this episode of Founders and Funders, host Ray Yee sits down with Gabriel Bastien-Dietrich, Brand Manager at Nautica Australia. Gabriel shares his journey from the ski slopes north of Montreal to navigating the high-stakes world of international fashion licensing. They dive deep into the...
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Ep 28 - Pedals to Patterns: Connor Luke Van Brown on Trading Pro Cycling for Fashion Design
In this episode of Founders and Funders, we sit down with Connor Luke Van Brown, a designer who transitioned from the high-octane world of professional cycling to the intricate craft of technical fashion. Connor shares the "aha moment" in a team van—watching a Givenchy show just minutes before a...
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Ep 27 - Finding Your Style as a Photographer, with Valentin Zhmodikov
In this episode of Founders and Funders, Ray speaks with Valentin Zhmodikov, a Melbourne-based fashion and portrait photographer originally from St. Petersburg, Russia. Valentin shares how photography became both a creative outlet and a professional path, and what it really takes to move from...
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Ep 26 - Vickar Adam - International Fashion Photographer
In this episode of Founders and Funders, Ray interviews Vick, a passionate photographer whose hobby turned into a profession. Vick shares his journey from growing up in a small town in Indonesia to becoming an international photographer, working with models and brands, and attending Paris Fashion...
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Ep 25 Dale Crawford: Lilith, Chinese-Australian History & The Paradox of Purpose
This week on Founders & Funders Australia, Ray sits down with filmmaker and multidisciplinary creative Dale Crawford, founder of Moon Room Films. Dale grew up in Melbourne surrounded by early computers, robotics, and animation thanks to two programmer parents. From childhood inventions to…
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Ep - 24 Chi: Sculptor, Model, Survivor – Rebuilding a Life in Australia
This week on Founders and Funders Australia, Ray sits down with sculptor and model Chi, whose life has taken her from childhood in Vietnam to exhibiting at the NGV and building a new life in Australia. Chi shares how her parents, raised during the Vietnam War with almost no resources, fought to...
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Ep -23- From Scratch: How Designer Jude Built a Melbourne Fashion Brand with Heart and Tenacity
When Jude moved from Singapore to Melbourne as a teenager, fashion wasn’t the obvious path. After studying fine arts, serving two years in Singapore’s military, and starting over, he found his creative calling — designing clothes that reflect personality, playfulness, and purpose. In this…
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Ep 22 - Louis: A Journey Through Creativity, Identity & Self-Acceptance
In this episode of Founders and Funders Australia, Ray sits down with Louis — an actor, model, and photographer whose creative journey spans continents and industries. From moving to Australia as a child and navigating cultural shifts, to signing with one of the top acting agencies in the country...
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Ep 21 - Building a Creative Business in Australia: Karen’s Journey with The Creative Warehouse
In this episode of Founders and Funders, host Ray Yee speaks with Karen, founder of The Creative Warehouse. Based in Australia, Karen shares her journey of building a creative business from the ground up, offering insights into entrepreneurship, resilience, and how creativity can fuel business...
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Ep 20 - From Athlete to Entrepreneur: Mitch's Journey with The Essential
In this episode of Founders and Funders Australia, host Ray Yee sits down with Mitch, the driving force behind The Essential, a supplement brand dedicated to transparency and quality. Mitch shares his journey from aspiring athlete to successful entrepreneur, discussing the challenges of…
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Ep 19 - Flame Security: Innovating Fire Safety with Justin Rooney
In this episode, we explore the inspiring story of Justin Rooney, who left a successful career in investment banking to co-found Flame Security. Learn about the challenges and triumphs of developing cutting-edge fire safety solutions and the impact of their products on global markets. Show Notes:...
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Ep - 18 Cashflow Without Chaos: The Fintech Transforming B2B Payments
Episode 18 – Cashflow Without Chaos: The Fintech Transforming B2B Payments In this episode of Founders and Funders, I sit down with Ray Wang, co-founder and CEO of Luca Plus, to explore his journey from accountant at Nike to fintech founder reshaping B2B payments. We talk about how Luca Plus is...
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Ep 17 - AI-Driven Education Collaboration : Empowering Teachers and Students with Huddled
Join us on Founders and Funders Australia as we explore the future of education with Dhruv, the innovative founder of Huddled. In this episode, Dhruv reveals how Huddled’s AI-driven platform—described as "Slack for educators and students"—is transforming the learning experience. By enhancing...
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Ep 16 - AI Meets Law: Revolutionizing Legal Workflows with LawMe’s Founders
In this episode of Founders and Funders Australia, host Ray explores the cutting-edge intersection of AI and law with Daniel and Jordan, the founders of LawMe, a platform that’s transforming legal work with AI-powered virtual workers. From their university days to launching a tool that automates...
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Ep 15 - Jaryd Krause: The Plumber Who Left It All Behind to Build a Life on His Own Terms
What would make you walk away from a stable career? For Jaryd Krause, it was the realization that the life he had built as a plumber wasn’t the one he wanted. So, he left it all behind. No business experience. No roadmap. Just a desire to create financial freedom. Today, Jaryd runs one of the...
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Ep 14 - Mindfulness, Resilience & Mental Health with Jay Pottenger
In this episode of Founders and Funders, I chat with Jay Pottenger from EQ Minds. We explore his journey from a successful career in banking to building a thriving mental health and mindfulness business. Jay shares how EQ Minds grew from a deeply personal experience into a company helping…
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Ep 13 - From HR to Founder: Helena Turpin’s Journey with GoFigr
In this episode of Founders and Funders Australia, I sit down with Helena Turpin, co-founder of GoFigr, an Australian career tech platform helping businesses retain and upskill talent. Helena shares her journey from working in HR at Adecco and Randstad to launching her own startup through the...
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Ep 12 - How Antler is Shaping Startup Success with James McClure
James McClure is a Partner at Antler Australia, a global early-stage VC firm. With a background in tech leadership roles at Google, Airbnb, and other innovative companies, James brings a wealth of experience in scaling startups, building teams, and navigating the venture capital landscape. Key...
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Ep 11 - From Roses to AI: Tick’s Journey of Resilience and Innovation
In this episode, Ray sits down with Tick, CEO and founder of NUVC, to explore her inspiring entrepreneurial journey. Tick shares how her early ventures, a challenging property career, and personal setbacks shaped her resilience and determination. Discover how she pivoted into AI, building tools…
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Ep 10 - Building a Wedding Destination: Alina's Journey with Coolibah Downs Private Estate
In this episode of Founders and Funders, Ray sits down with Alina, the director of Coolibah Downs Private Estate, a premier wedding venue in the Gold Coast hinterland. Alina shares her inspiring journey from helping out in her family's business as a teenager to taking the reins of a struggling...
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Ep 9 - From Landscaper to Startup Investor: Dan Copsey’s Entrepreneurial Evolution
In this exciting episode of Founders and Funders, Ray speaks with Dan Copsey, a seasoned entrepreneur, philanthropist, and early-stage startup investor. Dan’s journey spans from his roots in Melbourne’s suburbs to building multiple successful businesses and investing in the next generation of...
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Ep 8 - Revolutionising Infrastructure with AI: A Conversation with Amanda of VAPAR
Join us in this episode of Founders and Funders as we speak with Amanda Siqueira, co-founder and CEO of VAPAR, a trailblazing company transforming the way we manage infrastructure. Amanda shares her inspiring journey from civil engineering to entrepreneurship, creating a groundbreaking AI-powered...
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Ep 7 - Susan's journey taking The Laundry Lady to Shark Tank
In this episode, the host welcomes Susan, also known as 'The Laundry Lady,' who shares her inspiring journey from a corporate career in international marketing and business development to founding and scaling her own business, The Laundry Lady. She discusses the challenges and tipping points that...
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Ep 6 - The Saucy Wench: From Architecture to Award-Winning Sauces with Lisa
In this episode of Founders and Funders, Ray Yee sits down with Lisa, the founder of The Saucy Wench, to talk about her transition from a career in architecture to becoming a successful sauce maker. Lisa shares her inspiring story, from a stormy night where she made her first batch of chili oil…
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Ep 5 - Sprint Ventures: Investing in the Future with Georgia
In this episode of Founders and Funders, Ray Yee sits down with Georgia from Sprint Ventures to explore her journey from corporate banking at Westpac to venture capital. Georgia shares insights into the world of family offices, venture capital, and private equity. The conversation covers how...
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Ep 4 - Driving Growth with Will and Scott from Driva
In this episode, Ray speaks with Will and Scott, co-founders of Driva, a fast-growing auto finance platform simplifying car loans and other lending processes. They share their journey from corporate backgrounds at McKinsey and Goldman Sachs to founding Driva, scaling the business, leveraging AI…
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Ep 3 - Pivoting and Being Adaptive: Simon Costello, Co-Founder of FrankieOne.
In this episode of Founders and Funders, Ray talks with Simon Costello, co-founder of FrankieOne, about the power of being adaptive in the fintech industry. Simon shares how his startup pivoted from launching a neobank to becoming a fintech infrastructure provider, helping other financial...
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Ep 2 - Unlocking Airbnb Success with Frazer King: Inside Lanestay's Growth Journey
In this episode of Founders and Funders, we sit down with Frazer King, founder of Lanestay, one of Australia's fast-growing Airbnb Co-host companies. Frazer shares the behind-the-scenes story of how Lanestay leveraged smart growth strategies and emerging trends in short-term rentals to scale...
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Ep 1 - Elbaite - One of Australia's first bitcoin exchanges
In this conversation, Morty from Elbaite shares his journey from a resourceful childhood to becoming the founder of a Bitcoin exchange. He discusses the challenges of building a secure platform in a volatile industry, the importance of company culture, and the lessons learned from navigating the...
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Founders and Funders explores the dynamic and ever-evolving world of startups in Australia. Hosted by Ray, the show dives into the stories of entrepreneurs.Each episode features conversations with founders about their journeys, challenges, and insights as they turn ideas into businesses.
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Founders and Funders explores the dynamic and ever-evolving world of startups in Australia. Hosted by Ray, the show dives into the stories of entrepreneurs.Each episode features conversations with founders about their journeys, challenges, and insights as they turn ideas into businesses.
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