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The Growth Cartel
by The Growth Cartel
Welcome to The Growth Cartel: Real Operators, Real Stories and Connections. We are a community of operators with a mission to empower, enlighten and connect you to the best ecosystem, from start-ups to scale-ups, by sharing unique stories, insights, and strategies. More than talk, we bring you authentic experiences of success, failures and the entrepreneurial journey, making growth and scalability less daunting, risky, and more reachable for all. Our Sponsors: Teamified: https://www.teamified.com.au 4Phase Consulting: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4phase-consulting/
Episodes
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Startup Wins, Bold Voices, and Hard Truths - Weekly 12th December 2024
In this episode of the Growth Cartel, Deepak and Vinisha discuss highlights from the West Tech Fest, insights on workplace culture, the importance of gender diversity and the challenges faced by Employment Hero. They also touch on current events, including the tragic death of a CEO in the...
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The Ban, The Bucks and the Bots - Weekly 3rd December 2024
In this episode of Growth Cartel, Deepak discusses significant recent developments in the Australian startup ecosystem, including the passing of a controversial social media bill for under 16s, positive trends in funding for women-led businesses and the ongoing conversation around compensating...
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Drone Dreams, Teacherless Studios, and AI for Education - Weekly 25th November 2024
In this episode from The Growth Cartel, Deepak and Brandon discuss the latest developments in the Australian startup scene, including the liquidation of Swoop Aero, Pronto Pilates' crowdfunding success and the innovative solutions from Australian Droid and Robot (ADR) in mining. They also explore...
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Building Trust and Creating Safe Workplaces with Canopy with Emma Earley and Sam Garven
In this episode of The Growth Cartel, Deepak is joined by Emma Earley and Sam Garven, co-founders of Canopy, a platform aimed at improving workplace safety and misconduct reporting. They discuss their personal experiences that led to the creation of Canopy, the importance of fostering inclusive...
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Empowering Diversity in Tech - Weekly 19th November 2024
The conversation covers various themes surrounding the recent Tech Summit, focusing on diversity, the role of women in leadership, professionalism in the tech industry, and the impact of media sensationalism. The speakers discuss the importance of inclusivity, the need for systemic change, and…
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Ep 16: Empowering Women to Own their Expertise with Penny Locaso
In this episode of The Growth Cartel, we’re joined by Penny Locaso, a renowned behavioral scientist and entrepreneur. Penny shares her journey from a corporate executive to founding her purpose-driven company, HackingHappy.co, where she empowers women to own their voices, define their impact, and...
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Exploring Space, Bans and Funding - Weekly 11th November 2024
In this episode of the Growth Cartel Weekly Update, Rhys and Deepak discuss various topics including local innovations in space exploration, the implications of social media regulation for youth, funding successes in education, automation solutions for small businesses, and the challenges of...
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From $50B Valuations to Tech’s Power Players! - Weekly 4th November 2024
In this episode of The Growth Cartel Weekly Wrap, Brandon, Rhys and Deepak Singh discuss significant developments in the tech and biotech sectors. They share what Canva's soaring valuation actually means, the challenges faced by the Tech Council, and celebrate recent innovations in biotech,...
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Ep 15: How to Solve the Funding Problem for Your Startup with Alex Simmons
In this episode of the Growth Cartel podcast, host Brandon Burns speaks with Alex Simmons, a young FinTech founder of Kashcade. They discuss Alex's journey from education to entrepreneurship, the unique challenges of the startup ecosystem in Australia, and the innovative solutions Kashcade offers...
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Wising up to a shift in tech - Weekly 28th October 2024
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of misogyny, discrimination in tech, and mentions of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. Weekly Wrap - Shifting Dynamics in Tech? This week on The Growth Cartel Weekly Wrap, Vinisha, Brandon, and Deepak dive into the changing dynamics in the...
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The Best & Worst of SXSW Sydney 2024 | Highlights, Networking, & Event Insights
This episode focuses on experiences from South by Southwest Sydney, highlighting networking, entertainment, and learning opportunities. Participants share personal highlights, emphasize the importance of business planning, and provide feedback on event organization and accessibility. They address...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 14th October 2024
In this episode, Rhys and Deepak bring us up to speed on the latest happenings in the Australian startup scene, spotlighting the significant investment growth over the past week. They dive into the rapid advancements in Quantum technology and AI, while highlighting the continued challenges...
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Ep 14: From East Coast to West - Unpacking VC Trends and AI Insights with US Top Voice, Grace Gong.
In this engaging conversation, Grace Gong, an ex-VC turned media entrepreneur, angel investor, and one of the top US voices shares her insights on the evolving landscape of AI, investment strategies, and the importance of personal branding. The discussion covers critical lessons learned from...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 7th October 2024
In this episode of the Growth Cartel's weekly wrap, Leila and Deepak discuss recent developments in the Australian startup scene, including Antler's latest fun success, the implications of proposed changes to investment rules, the importance of benefits in the workplace (centred around…
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Ep. 12: Entrepreneurship Made Simple: Buy a Business, Skip the Startup Grind with Pete Seligman
In this episode, Rhys Henderson and Vinisha interview Pete Seligman, a leading expert in entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) and search funds in Australia.Pete shares insights into search funds, discussing the importance of fit between the entrepreneur and the business, the need for...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 30th September 2024
In this episode, Brandon Burns and Vinisha Rathod discuss the latest trends and developments in the startup ecosystem, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, innovations in legal technology, and the impact of AI on various industries. They explore the challenges faced by Australian startups, the...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 24th September 2024
In this engaging conversation, Vinisha and Leila discuss various themes surrounding entrepreneurship, investment, and societal issues. They explore the concept of entrepreneurship through acquisition, the rise of climate financial disclosures, the complexities of funding rounds, and the…
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 16th September 2024
In this episode of the Growth Cartel weekly update, Rhys and Deepak discuss the latest happenings in the Australian startup ecosystem. They share personal updates, delve into significant funding news, and explore the challenges faced by companies like Linktree. The conversation highlights the...
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Ep.11: Building, Branding, and Reinventing: Sav Pushparaja on Startup Resilience and Growth
In this episode of the Growth Cartel podcast, Deepak Singh interviews Sav Pushparaja, a trailblazer in the startup world. They discuss Sav's journey as an entrepreneur, his move from Melbourne to the Gold Coast, and the importance of building a personal brand. They also touch on the differences...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 9th September 2024
Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss various updates and news in the startup and tech ecosystem. They cover topics such as acquisitions in the car-sharing industry, a major acquisition in the Australian tech ecosystem, financial challenges faced by founders, a rebranding and product launch…
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 2nd September 2024
This episode of The Growth Cartel Weekly update delves into and discusses various topics related to startups and tech ecosystems. They cover Paul Bassat's new platform Amplify, AustralianSuper's write-off of $1.1 billion in Pluralsight, the importance of reporting startup deals in the fintech...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 26th August 2024
This episode of The Growth Cartel Weekly update delves into various topics, including Uber shutting down its car share business, AirWallix heading to IPO, Bike Matrix raising funding for bicycle parts compatibility system, the WA government investing in VC funds, MetaCosmos developing advanced...
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Ep.10: Empowering Success: Unleash Community Power, Overcome Scaling Hindrances, and Optimise for Scale
In this conversation, Rhys, Vini, Deepak and Brandon are face to face to discuss the origins and purpose of the podcast, The Growth Cartel, and the importance of community and networking in business. They also explore the significance of having a people-first mindset when starting a business and...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 19th August 2024
Brandon is back and joins Rhys for the weekly update. Topics include Brandon's recent trip to Thailand, the importance of taking time off and enjoying life, the differences in customer service between Asia and Australia, recent funding rounds and acquisitions in the startup ecosystem, and the…
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Ep.9: Empowering creators by promoting mental health and community support.
In this episode, we're joined by William O'Halloran, founder and CEO of PlayHouse and GrantAid. We explore William's entrepreneurial path and challenges while developing PlayHouse, a platform deeply rooted in the creator economy. Our discussion extends to inclusivity, community impact, and how...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 12th August 2024
Deepak joins Rhys as the weekly update covers various funding announcements in the startup ecosystem. LaunchVic invested $2.4 million into eight early-stage VC funds, Virtuals launched an angel network platform, One Ventures raised their seventh fund, Splend secured $20 million for EV fleet...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 5th August 2024
Summary Vinisha and Deepak join Rhys in this week's episode as we delve into the latest startup ecosystem trends. Including the stock market, the challenges female founders face in accessing funding, the failure of Hivery, and the success of Slice in securing funding for travel advances. They…
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 29th July 2024
Vinisha and Deepak join Rhys in this week's episode as we delve into the latest startup ecosystem trends. From crucial funding updates to the growing importance of robust business foundations, this discussion covers essential topics for any entrepreneur. This Week's Highlights: SeenCulture…
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The Growth Cartel Ep.8: Intro Deepak & Dealing with Downsizing
In this episode, Leila and Rhys introduce our new co-host, Deepak Singh, a seasoned culture strategist in the startup ecosystem. They delve into Deepak's unique career and unwavering dedication to shaping positive workplace cultures, shedding light on the complexities of balancing performance…
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 22nd July 2024
Brandon and Rhys explore this week's funding landscape across various sectors within the tech and startup ecosystem. This episode unpacks the industry's dynamic shifts and growth from groundbreaking construction technologies to innovative social platforms. Construction Tech Boom: HammerTech…
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 15th July 2024
Summary This week, Dickie and Deepak joined Brandon and Rhys. They discuss various tech-related topics, fundraising, and the Australian and global startup scale-up ecosystem. They cover the launch of an app by Angel Class that allows non-sophisticated investors to invest in startups, the funding...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 8th July 2024
Summary This week, Vinisha joined Brandon and Rhys. They cover the growth of AI jobs in Australia, the success of a Melbourne-based cooking app, funding for a disability plan management platform, and investment in permission dev tools for the enterprise. They also highlight the importance of...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 1st July 2024
Summary In this episode, Brandon and Rhys discuss various topics in the tech and startup world. They cover the advancements in AI, the government's focus on industry collaboration, funding news, and the need for better AI education. The conversation highlights the importance of regional startups,...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 24th June 2024
Summary In this episode, Brandon and Rhys discuss various topics, including Nvidia becoming the world's highest-valued company, the hiring spree in the crypto gaming industry, the rising cost of tech talent in Australia, Canva's shareholder callback, and the success of ad tech platform Linkby....
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The Growth Cartel Ep.7: Dickie Currer live from The Tropical Innovation Festival.
Summary In this episode, join Brandon, Rhys, and Dickie live from The Tropical Innovation Festival. Dickie has been busy attending events in the Australian startup ecosystem, and he shares his experiences from the Australian Technologies Competition Masterclass Series to many sites from the...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 17th June 2024
Summary In this episode, Rhys and Brandon discuss recent funding announcements in the Australian tech ecosystem, alternative lending, housing affordability, supply chain integration, and generative AI. Takeaways The housing problem in Australia is a significant challenge that needs addressing....
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The Growth Cartel Ep.6: I'm Safe App -Leveraging Technology to Empower Samson Selladurai's Mission to End Violence Against Women & Human Trafficking.
Summary In this episode, we delve into the I'm Safe app, a powerful tool addressing women's safety, domestic violence and human trafficking. With features like an SOS alert for emergencies and evidence recording, the app empowers women to seek help and share experiences anonymously. Vini and...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 10th June 2024
In the Growth Cartel weekly update episode, Brandon and Rhys discuss the question of whether Apple is late to the AI party and speculate on the loyalty of Apple's fan base. They also highlight the growing importance of AI skills in all industries and the potential for AI to make jobs more...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 3rd June 2024
In this episode, Brandon and Rhys Henderson discuss various topics, including the Ticketmaster hack, cybersecurity, Donald Trump's social media presence, Elon Musk's AI venture, and Zella's grant program for small businesses in regional Australia. They also touch on the importance of mentorship…
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Brandon and Des John walk Melbourne's laneways
Des John, the founder of Vibe Guide, talks about his new venture and takes the listener on a virtual tour of Melbourne's laneways. He explains the history behind the laneways and how they have evolved. Des also discusses the transformation of Melbourne's CBD from a purely business district to a...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 27th May 2024
In this episode of The Growth Cartel Weekly, Brandon and Rhys discuss various topics, including the recent Canva Create event, which aimed to showcase its potential for enterprise use. Several startups in Australia have recently raised significant funding. There is a growing interest in…
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The Growth Cartel Ep.5: New Co-Hosts Vini & Leila
Summary In this episode, Rhys introduces new co-hosts Vini and Leila and discusses their backgrounds and passion for the startup ecosystem. They also talk about the importance of diversity and empowerment in the industry. Vini shares her alter ego as the 'startup fairy' with her briefcase, and...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 20th May 2024
Rhys and Brandon discuss various investment, tech, and startup topics in this conversation. They mention the release of GPT 4o, with voice, text, and vision capabilities. They also talk about the growth of The Growth Cartel podcast and the addition of new hosts. The conversation touches on recent...
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The Growth Cartel - Weekly 13th May 2024
In this conversation, Rhys and Brandon discuss various topics, including the challenges faced by cheap airline providers in Australia, the impact of social media on children, the importance of AI in startups, and the convenience of Amazon delivery. They also highlight the support and benefits...
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The Growth Cartel Ep.4: Breaking Barriers with Gretchen Scott of Kaleida: A Deep Dive into Diversity and Inclusion in Tech.
In the latest episode of The Growth Cartel, we had the pleasure of speaking with Gretchen Scott, delving into the persistent challenges and systemic barriers to enhancing diversity and inclusion within the tech industry. Our conversation shed light on the critical role of diversity and inclusion,...
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The Growth Cartel Ep.3: Stories of Scaling with Paul Mitchinson of Scalerr
In this episode, our guest, Paul Mitchinson from Scalerr, shares his experiences and insights on scaling businesses. Discussing the importance of building a sticky community and creating stickiness within businesses. He also shares insights on entering a new market, whether to send an existing…
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The Growth Cartel Ep.2: Rhys, Brandon and Vadim Petrichenko
In this episode, Rhys, Brandon, and Vadim Petrichenko from Blossom Capital Partners explore proposed changes to sophisticated investor regulations. They discuss the potential effects on the startup ecosystem, including early-stage funding and innovation challenges. Vadim shares concerns about...
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The Growth Cartel Ep.1: Dickie Currer, Rhys Henderson and Brandon Burns
In this episode, Dickie, Brandon and Rhys discuss in-person events in the new normal and the challenges of regional entrepreneurship in Australia. They explore the need for national solutions to support startups outside major cities. The conversation touches on the balance between global and…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Growth Cartel: Real Operators, Real Stories and Connections. We are a community of operators with a mission to empower, enlighten and connect you to the best ecosystem, from start-ups to scale-ups, by sharing unique stories, insights, and strategies. More than talk, we bring you authentic experiences of success, failures and the entrepreneurial journey, making growth and scalability less daunting, risky, and more reachable for all.
Our Sponsors:
Teamified: https://www.teamified.com.au
4Phase Consulting: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4phase-consulting/
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