PODCAST · business
Sayers Conversaytions with Russel Howcroft
by Sayers Group
At Sayers, we believe that all good business starts with a conversation. Join Russel Howcroft as he sits down for a chat with some of Australia's most influential and inspiring people.
Episodes
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Episode 57: SayHERs IWD Series - Emma Press, Medtronic
For episode 57 of Sayers Conversaytions we are continuing our special edition IWD podcast series, SayHERs, for a final bonus episode. The team at Sayers hope that this series has engaged you through diverse perspectives and stories, and helped to spark conversation around this year's…
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Episode 56: SayHERs IWD Series - Mel Silva, Google
For episode 56 of Sayers Conversaytions we are continuing our special edition IWD podcast series, SayHERs, to celebrate and spark conversation around this year's International Women’s Day, which is today! At Sayers, we value storytelling and sharing diverse perspectives. We hope this series has...
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Episode 55: SayHERs IWD Series - Mim Haysom, Suncorp Group
For episode 55 of Sayers Conversaytions we are continuing our special edition IWD podcast series, SayHERs, to celebrate and spark conversation around this years upcoming International Women’s Day. In the fourth episode of the series, Rachel speaks to Mim Haysom, EGM Brand & Customer Experience of...
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Episode 54: SayHERs IWD Series - Catherine Fitzpatrick, Flequity
For episode 54 of Sayers Conversaytions we are continuing our special edition IWD podcast series, SayHERs, to celebrate and spark conversation around this year's upcoming International Women’s Day. In the third episode of the series, Rachel speaks to Catherine Fitzpatrick, founder of Flequity...
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Episode 53: SayHERs IWD Series: Taryn Pieterse, Rampersand
For episode 53 of Sayers Conversaytions we are continuing our special edition IWD podcast series, SayHERs, to celebrate and spark conversation around this years upcoming International Women’s Day. In the third episode of the series, Rachel speaks to Taryn Pieterse, Investment Principal at...
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Episode 52: SayHERs IWD Series - Angie Wan, Consent Labs
For episode 52 of Sayers Conversaytions we are launching a different kind of podcast. Rachel Tucker will be hosting this special edition podcast series called SayHERs, to celebrate and spark conversation around this years upcoming International Women’s Day. The theme of this years IWD is ‘Invest…
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Episode 51: Paul Guerra, Chief Executive of Victorian Chamber of Commerce
For episode 51 of Sayers Conversaytions, Russel Howcroft chats with Paul Guerra, Chief Executive of Victorian Chamber of Commerce. The two discuss the hallmarks of successful leadership, the opportunities that have risen for Victorian businesses and what the future holds for this ever changing city.
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Episode 50: Stuart Gregor, Co Founder Four Pillars Gin & Liquid Ideas
For episode 50 of Sayers Conversaytions, Russel Howcroft is joined by Co Founder of Four Pillars Gin and Liquid Ideas, Stuart Gregor. Have a listen to hear where Stuart started his successful career, what he knows to be true in the world of liquor, advertising and brand, and the incredible power…
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Episode 49: The Innovators Special Edition - Leigh Jasper, Aconex
For episode 49 of Sayers Conversaytions, Russel Howcroft continues our special "The Innovators" series talking to Leigh Jasper, Co-Founder of Aconex. The two touch on various topics, such as the importance of sales and innovation, the role of the state in fostering entrepreneurship, and the need...
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Episode 48: "What I Know to be True" series - Fiona le brocq, Medibank
Episode 48 finds us in a highly insightful converSAYtion between Russel Howcroft and CMO of Medibank, Fiona le brocq. The pair highlight the important role of creativity, research, customer-centricity in effective marketing and brand management, and most importantly, the power of trust during...
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Episode 47: 'What I Know to be True' series - Andrew Nowicki, Growth Scope
For episode 47 of Sayers Conversaytions, we continue our 'What I Know to be True' series with seasoned marketing expert Andrew Nowicki, Director of Growth Scope. Russel Howcroft and Andrew delved into the dynamic world of marketing, exploring the evolving marketing landscape, emphasising the...
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Episode 46: 'What I Know to be True' series - Michael Magee, Bulla Dairy Foods
For episode 46 of Sayers Conversaytions, we begin our 'What I Know to be True' series with a very special guest and CMO of Bulla Dairy Foods, Michael Magee. Michael and Russel Howcroft discuss the complexities of modern day marketing and the importance of data-driven decisions, creativity, and...
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Episode 45: The Innovators Special Edition - Nick Morgan, Vudoo
For episode 45 of Sayers Conversaytions, we continue our special "The Innovators" series with Nick Morgan, Founder and CEO of Vudoo. Russel Howcroft and Nick chat about his early career, his passion for brand and creativity, and what inspired him to create Vudoo as the world was becoming more and...
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Episode 44: Greg Basser
For episode 44 of Sayers Conversaytions, Russel Howcroft is joined by Greg Basser, a seasoned film industry expert who dives deep into the inner workings of the movie business. From leveraging Government incentives to fostering homegrown writing talent, Greg's insights and keen eye on global…
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Episode 43: The Innovators Special Edition - John Daly, Listcorp
For episode 43 of Sayers Conversaytions, Russel Howcroft is joined by John Daly, CEO and Founder of Listcorp. Listcorp is a digital platform designed to help listed companies effectively communicate with the worlds investors, and in return, making investors more productive. The two discuss the...
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Episode 42: The Innovators Special Edition - Omar de Silva, FourthRev
For episode 42 of Sayers Conversaytions, and for our next chat in "The Innovators" series, Russel Howcroft is joined by co-Founder and co-CEO of FourthRev, Omar de Silva. FourthRev was built to reimagine education for the digital age. Partnering with some of the worlds most prestigious schools,...
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Episode 41: The Innovators Special Edition - Michael Tutek, Preezie
For episode 41 of Sayers Conversaytions, "The Innovators" series continues with Russel Howcroft and Michael Tutek, Co-founder and CEO of Preezie. During their chat, Michael discusses the unique services they offer, their focus on customer success, and how they can use quiz data to provide product...
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Episode 40: The Innovators Special Edition - Ben Pfisterer, Zeller
For episode 40 of Sayers Conversaytions, "The Innovators" series continues with Russel Howcroft being joined by Ben Pfisterer, Co-founder and CEO of Zeller. Zeller's mission is to simplify financial services for businesses, and Ben discusses the importance of helping businesses understand and...
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Episode 39: Matt Kuperholz, AI
For episode 39 of Sayers Conversaytions, Russel Howcroft talks about all things Artificial Intelligence with special guest, Matt Kuperholz. Matt, who is an AI scientist and advisor, discuses with Russel the importance of ethics, governance, and transparency in AI development, emphasising on...
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Episode 38: The Innovators Special Edition - Michael Nuciforo, Thriday
For episode 38 of Sayers Conversaytions, Russel Howcroft continues "The Innovators" series with Michael Nuciforo, Founder and CEO of Thriday. After struggling first hand themselves, the team at Thriday have created a productivity tool that eliminates financial admin that helps clients focus on...
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Episode 37: The Innovators Special Edition - Tim Washington, JET Charge
For episode 37 of Sayers Conversaytions, our, “The Innovators” series continues with Tim Washington, Founder and CEO of JET Charge. As Australia’s market leader in Electric Vehicle charging, Russel Howcroft and Tim take the time to discuss how the company has grown since launching in 2013, the…
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Episode 36: The Innovators Special Edition - Tessa Court, IntelligenceBank
For Episode 36 of Sayers Conversaytions, our, “The Innovators” series continues with Tessa Court, Founder and CEO of IntelligenceBank. IntelligenceBank is Australia's leading digital asset management and marketing operations software platform, helping big brands produce brand and legal approved...
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Episode 35: James Wright, CEO Sayers Wealth
Russel is joined by James Wright, CEO of Sayers Wealth and Chair of Asthma Australia. Sayers Wealth is an investment and wealth advisory business, focussing on strategic private wealth management, investment solutions and family wealth advising.
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Episode 34: The Innovators Special Edition - Dennis Savic, Savic Motorcycles
Episode 34 of Sayers Conversaytions, is a special edition called “The Innovators” because from time to time, we come across some seriously cool inventions that we believe make outstanding conversaytions! Today, Russel is joined by Dennis Savic, Founder, Inventor and CEO of Savic Motorcycles. At…
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Episode 33 - Ben Krasnostein, Kilara Capital
Russel is joined by Ben Krasnostein, Founder and Managing Director of Kilara Capital. Kilara Capital is an impact investment firm focused on creating investment opportunities and sustainable infrastructure solutions on a path towards a zero carbon future.
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Episode 32 - Holly Ransom, Emergent
Russ is joined by Holly Ransom for episode 32 of Conversaytions. Holly Ransom is a public speaker, author and content curator. She is the founder of Emergent, a leadership consultancy, where she engages and presents to organizations on disruptive strategy. She is also a director of Port Adelaide...
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Episode 31 - Nicole Sheffiled, Wesfarmers OneDigital
Russel is joined by Nicole Sheffield, Managing Director of Wesfarmers OneDigital, and President of the Australian Retailers Association. The two discuss how her early work at Telstra shaped her appreciation for customer experience, the value of working for iconic Australian organizations, and the...
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Episode 30 - Alan Oppenheim, Ego Pharmaceuticals
Alan Oppenheim, CEO of Ego Pharmaceuticals joins Rus for episode 30 of converSAYtions. Ego Pharmaceuticals is a 100% Australian family owned business founded in 1953, and have developed brands that have grown into household names across Australia, such as Aquim, QV and Pinetarsol.
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Episode 29 - Prue Gilbert, Grace Papers
Prue Gilbert, Founder and CEO of The Grace Papers joins Rus for a thought-provoking discussion on the challenges associated with workplace gender equality for both employees and employers, and tangible things that could be done to promote greater equality.
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Episode 28 - Jaala Pulford
Russel Howcroft is joined by ex-Victorian Government Minister, and Sayers Group Special adviser Jaala Pulford. The two discuss the catalyst of her passion for Victorian politics and the importance of ‘getting into the room’, her important work in enabling women-founded start-ups, and what…
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Episode 27 - Sally Capp
City of Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp joined Russel Howcroft for an excellent discussion. The two speak about Sally’s experiences growing up in Papua New Guinea, how her work and experiences in the formative years of her career shaped her career philosophy, her love of Melbourne and its people,...
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Episode 26 - The Honorable Professor Barry Jones
The Honorable Professor Barry Jones is one of Australia's National Living Treasures. Prof. Jones sat down with host Russel Howcroft for a fascinating discussion including his experiences in politics from the 1950s to today, climate change and globalization, and the importance of fostering...
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Episode 25 - Pip Marlow, Salesforce
Russel Howcroft sits down with Pip Marlow – CEO of Salesforce ANZ and ASEAN for a fantastic discussion which included topics ranging from the importance of authenticity, the evolution of Salesforce's service offering, and the importance of supporting and educating professional women in the...
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Episode 23 - Peter "Harro" Harris, BRC Group
Peter "Harro" Harris is the Chief Investment Officer at BRC Group, an investment firm focused on accelerating Australia’s future, with a focus on sustainability, technology and infrastructure. Harro joins Rus to discuss a wide variety of topics, ranging from the state of petrol in Australia…
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Episode 22 - Kee Wong
Kee Wong is an entrepreneur, investor, advisor and Non-Executive Director. He joins Rus to discuss a variety of topics including learning to be an extrovert, futute opportunities for Melbourne, and the Breakthrough Victoria venture capital fund of which Kee is a member of.
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Episode 21 - Jayne Hrdlicka, Virgin Australia
Jayne Hrdlicka is the CEO of Virgin Australia. The two discuss everything from Jayne’s pathway to being CEO and the challenges of working with Virgin and Tennis Australia through COVID-19, through to proper aeroplane etiquette.
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Episode 20 - Ahmed Hassan, Youth Activating Youth
Ahmed Hassan is the co-founder and executive director of Youth Activating Youth and the Victorian State recipient for Young Australian of the Year 2022. In this podcast, Ahmed discusses the importance of fostering multiculturalism and the incredible work that Youth Activating Youth are doing to...
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Episode 19 - Brent Smart, Telstra
Rus meets with incoming Telstra CMO Brent Smart. The two discuss Brent’s pathway and philosophy to becoming one of Australia’s most influential marketers and his view of the future of effective brand communications. A great conversation with a true industry leader.
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Episode 18 - James Aitken, Aitken Advisors
In a real coup, Russel Howcroft chats with globally renowned advisor, James Aitkin. For over 25 years James has advised some of the world's most sophisticated investors and in this episode, James shares his thoughts on the current state of the global economy, the balance between growth and...
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Episode 17 - Rachel Bajada, Noshu Foods
Russel Howcroft meets with Rachel Bajada, the founder of Noshu Foods. Through Noshu, Rachel has worked to remove 1,000,000kg of sugar from Australians’ diets since she launched the brand in 2013 by developing the complex technology required to develop low sugar treats and snacks that we all still...
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Episode 16 - Jack Trengove, Lanyon Asset Management
Russel Howcroft chats with former AFL player and now equities analyst Jack Trengove about life after football and the parallels between the sporting and business worlds. A great story of talent on the field translating to life beyond it.
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Episode 15 - Ryan "The Brickman" McNaught
Ryan "The Brickman" McNaught, is an Australian Lego designer and Lego Certified Professional. He is one of only twenty one professionals globally and the only one in the Southern Hemisphere.
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Episode 13 - Sammy Kumar, Sayers Group
This week Rus is joined by Sayers' own CEO, Advisory and Investments Sammy Kumar. Sayers is a modern advisory and investment business designed for the new economy. Purpose led and progress driven, Sayers is determined to be the much needed shift that will lead business and society forward.
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Episode 12 - Tim Rourke, CitiPower & Powercor
Tim Rourke is the CEO of CitiPower and Powercor. Powercor and CitiPower supply safe, reliable and affordable energy to 1.2 million Victorians homes and businesses.
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Episode 11 - Jane Martino
Jane Martino is a highly successful author, investor and business executive, having co-founded or advised on many Australian start-ups including Smiling Mind, TRIBE, Unlockd and Undertow Media.
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Episode 10 - Christine Corbett, AGL
Christine Corbett is Chief Customer Officer at AGL, one of Australia's largest electricity and gas generators and retailers.
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Episode 9 - Amber Collins, Australia Post
Amber Collins is the Chief Marketing Officer at Australia Post, which operates the Australian postal service.
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Episode 8 - Scott Fyfe, David Jones
Scott Fyfe is the CEO of David Jones. David Jones is an iconic Australian luxury department store, and the longest continually operating department store in the world.
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Episode 7 - Aaron Hornlimann, Elenium
Aaron Hornlimann is Chief Executive Officer of Elenium. Elenium develops self-service technology that breaks the barriers between the digital and physical worlds to give people more time for living.
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Episode 6 - Hugh Evans
Rus is joined by Hugh Evans, co-founder of humanitarian organisations The Oaktree Foundation and Global Citizen
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At Sayers, we believe that all good business starts with a conversation. Join Russel Howcroft as he sits down for a chat with some of Australia's most influential and inspiring people.
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