Good Business

In this episode of Good Business, Kim Randle and Fiona David sit down with Serena Grant, Director of Business, Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity at the Minderoo Foundation. Serena shares her inspiring journey from corporate law in Tokyo and London to leading one of the Asia Pacific's most significant philanthropic initiatives.The conversation explores the critical, but often overlooked intersection between gender equality, economic security and modern slavery. Serena breaks down why "economic empowerment" isn't just a buzzword, but a vital shield against exploitation. The trio also discusses the importance of funding prevention strategies rather than just crisis response, challenging harmful gender norms, and the camaraderie required to tackle heavy social issues (including a memorable story about a COVID mishap in London!).Serena Grant is the Director of Business, Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity at the Minderoo Foundation. A former corporate lawyer, she previously led TrustLaw at the Thomson Reuters Foundation, connecting law firms with social enterprises globally. At Minderoo, she works within the Walk Free initiative to end modern slavery by collaborating with businesses, advocating for legal frameworks, and engaging directly with survivors.Resources MentionedMinderoo Foundation: https://www.minderoo.orgWalk Free: https://www.walkfree.orgRate & Review Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Find out more at FairSupply.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Good Business, Kim Randle and Fiona David are joined by Aarti Kapoor, the Founder and Executive Director of Embode. With over 25 years of experience spanning law enforcement, NGOs, and corporate consulting in Southeast Asia, Aarti brings a refreshingly honest perspective on why traditional human rights due diligence is failing to make a real impact.The conversation challenges the status quo of "compliance culture," revealing how Western standards and language often alienate the very suppliers companies are trying to engage. Aarti breaks down why sending a questionnaire about "slavery" to a proud family business in Indonesia is counterproductive, and offers a practical roadmap for moving from transactional policing to transformational partnership.Guest Bio Aarti Kapoor is a human rights lawyer and the Founder of Embode, an international human rights consulting agency. With a background that includes cleaning floors as a teenager, working with UK law enforcement, and decades on the ground in Southeast Asia, Aarti helps some of the world's largest multinationals navigate the complex reality of human rights in supply chains.Resources MentionedEmbode: https://embode.coWalk Free / Global Slavery Index: https://www.walkfree.org/global-slavery-index/Rate & Review Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Find out more at FairSupply.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Fair Supply’s Good Business, hosts Kim Randle sits down with James Bartle, the Founding CEO of Outland Denim. James shares the raw and honest origin story of the brand, sparked by a viewing of the film Taken and a confrontation with the grim reality of human trafficking in Southeast Asia.The conversation dives deep into the "Founder’s Dilemma", moving from a charity mindset to a sustainable for-profit business model. James discusses the acquisition of Australian label Nobody Denim, the nuances of paying a living wage versus a minimum wage, and why he believes transparency builds more trust than certifications in the modern consumer landscape.James Bartle is the CEO and Founder of Outland Denim, a fashion brand rooted in the purpose of creating employment opportunities for women who have experienced exploitation. Under his leadership, Outland Denim has grown from a passion project to a global brand stocked in major retailers, known for its sustainable practices and premium quality. Recently, James oversaw the acquisition of the iconic Australian brand, Nobody Denim.Rate & Review Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Find out more at FairSupply.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

For our second episode, I sit down with Katherine McConnell, founder and CEO of Brighte, the financial powerhouse dedicated to making every Australian home sustainable. We go deep on what it actually takes to transform a bold vision into a monumental impact business.Katherine opens up about the courage required to back her initial vision, the obsessive problem-solving that drove her to leave a decade in banking, and why accessibility is the foundation of true sustainable growth that is built to last.If you’re building, leading, or funding a purpose-driven company that needs to stand the test of time, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss.Find out more about Brighte here https://brighte.com.au/.Rate & Review Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Find out more at FairSupply.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

For our very first episode, I sit down with Craig Blair, Co-Founder of AirTree and one of the most influential voices in Australian venture capital. We go deep on what it actually takes to build  and back  companies that last.Craig opens up about founder resilience, disciplined growth, the stories behind iconic Australian startups, and why sustainable, long-term thinking is now the real competitive advantage.If you’re building, leading, or backing a business with ambition and purpose, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss.Rate & Review Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Find out more at FairSupply.com and follow us on LinkedIn.