Meet the Mob

Meet the Mob Special Edition Aotearoa This special series of Meet the Mob was filmed in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We extend our thanks to Amotai Supplier Diversity.  Meet Pera Davies Pera identifies strongly with his Māori heritage, being raised by his very loving grandmother in Bridge Pa, Hastings.  Pera grew up in a shearing whanau raised on strong values around manaakitanga, and caring for the well-being of the collective. In 1985 Pera started suffering severe lower back pain from shearing and after a few years of doctors and physios, he originated the Shear Jitsu to help with serious back injuries he was suffering as a shearer. Convinced he could help shearers who suffer back injuries and pain, Pera approached Australian Wool Innovations the biggest wool harvesting industry in the world with a plan to improve the health, wellness, and longevity of their workers. This led to the development of the SFC Roller recovery tool. As a consultant for Australian Wool Innovation Pera delivered Shear Jitsu back injury prevention workshops throughout Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This special series of Meet the Mob was filmed in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We extend our thanks to Amotai Supplier Diversity for their support.   Meet Pele AumuaPele is a specialist in holistic health and culture building. He applies innovative approaches that challenges deficit thinking and focuses on potential instead. Pele’s background in functional strength and conditioning, gym ownership, and lifestyle coaching have culminated his skillset in designing and delivering health and wellbeing initiatives that create transformative change. He excels at empowering communities to become self-sufficient. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Frae Cairns Frae has lived and worked abroad in both Canada and Japan and gained local and international experience in retail sector management, sales, international shipping and operations. She is a CIPS accredited Procurement Professional and won Young Procurement Professional of the year in 2019. Her passion for social equity led her to pioneer the social and sustainable procurement work in Auckland Council and subsequently go on to play a pivotal role in growing He Waka Eke Noa and Amotai. She has worked with hundreds of procurement professionals and organisations to deliver impact through procurement activity and enable greater opportunities for Māori and Pasifika. And Meet Kahurangi MalcolmKahurangi was schooled in total immersion Māori at Te Raki o Pukekohe and Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Waiuku. She holds a Bachelor of Science and Master’s in Business Administration and completed her post-graduateresearch on Māori Economic Development. She previously worked for Waikato’s Economic Development Agency supporting business growth and has held numerous roles in health and social services. Kahurangi understands Māori business having started a number of her own small businesses including a nutrition consultancy, a niche.  Together they make up Puna Awarau Puna Awarau is a Māori consultancy firm working at the forefront of Indigenous procurement in Aotearoa. With unrivaled expertise in supplier diversity, we are your specialist support. Generating Māori (and Pasifika) socio[1]economic outcomes within organisations and major projects.We work with government agencies, local body authorities, Iwi, Māori land trusts, private enterprises and charitable trusts that want to better understand what social value they can create through their spending. We understand the power of procurement in creating change and believe a more equitable Aotearoa is possible. We offer independent expert advice and support to organisations working towards broader outcomes throughsocial procurement, progressive procurement and/or supplier diversity.• We are 100% Māori owned• We are 100% wāhine ownedPuna Awarau founders have whakapapa links to Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua, Te Rarawa, Te Waiariki, Te Aupōuri, NgātiKahu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This special series of Meet the Mob was filmed in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We extend our thanks to Amotai Supplier Diversity for their support.   Meet Tony Gunn Tony was born and raised in the small Māori community of Tikitiki on the East Cape of New Zealand’s North Island.  Tony spent 15 years in the retail motor vehicle industry, where heprogressed from a sales role to becoming a partner at a country Mazda-BMW dealership in Victoria, Australia.  For the past 23 years, Tony has owned and operated a promotional products business called 360 Degrees Focus. This business specializes in niche marketing a range of promotional products and branded accessories to franchised motor dealerships in Australia and New Zealand. The TIKIMAN Promotions & TIKIMAN Workwear brands are a significant part of Tony's journey back to Aotearoa. It represents one of the avenues through which he is reconnecting with Māori and Pasifika communities. As a foundation member of Amotai, he has committed to contributing to Indigenous procurement opportunities in both Australia and New Zealand,supporting the economic development of these communities. TIKIMAN Promotions has been a minor sponsor of the Māori National Golf Championships for over 10 years, demonstrating his long-term commitment to supporting Māori sports and cultural events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Rachel Petero Rachel Petero (Ko Waikato Te Iwi – Ngāti Tamaoho, Ngāti Whawhakia, Ngāti Te Ata, Ngāti Tahinga) Rachel is a multifaceted Indigenous leader, entrepreneur, governor and author dedicated to advancing Indigenous Women's intergenerational wealth and well-being aspirations. Her business Rise Global is on a mission to help Indigenous Women rise through the decolonising and indigenising of learning and development pathways.  Her leadership and coaching programmes are internationally recognised and award winning. In February 2024 she launched IWI Indigenous Women in Industry in Aotearoa. iWI unites a global network of industry leaders for a stronger global economy, people and planet. Canada will host IWI in 2026, Australia in 2028, USA in 2030. Rachel serves as co-chair of Te Ohu Whai Ao Trust, trustee of Ngāti Tamaoho Settlement Trust, UNICEF Aotearoa New Zealand, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Foundation.and director of Te Rau o Te Korimako. Rachel continues to support Otara Bluelight Committee and Te Huringa o te Tai o ngā Wāhine programme since 2016. Together with her husband John, she invests in business and property development, aiming to leave a legacy for their six nieces and nephews.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Tapere Hewett Tapere Hewett, a Cook Islander born and raised in Aotearoa, is an award-winning professional in the mortgage and financial advisory industry. As the Director and Senior Mortgage Adviser at Hewett Mortgages, Tapere brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for helping clients achieve their dreams of homeownership, financial stability, and wealth creation. Tapere holds an MBA Degree and a Level 5 Financial Advice Qualification, which complement her extensive expertise in the field. A seasoned property investor herself, she has held numerous leadership roles in both multinational organizations and Local Government, primarily focusing on finance and compliance. Her extensive background and expertise make her a trusted adviser to clients seeking to navigate the complexities of the property market. At Hewett Mortgages, Tapere and her team are committed to the mission of the company, “to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives through homeownership.” Our objective is to empower clients to live life on their own terms, free from the constraints of renting. By providing personalized mortgage solutions and financial guidance, Tapere helps clients realise their aspirations of owning their own homes and achieving long-term financial success. Outside of her professional life, Tapere is a devoted mother of three and wife to Shane Kaulima who is also her business partner. Her personal experiences and values deeply inform her professional ethos, driving her dedication to helping families secure their futures through informed financial decisions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Pasitaua Haufano. Pasitaua Haufano, the CEO of Zeducation, is dedicated to helping businesses grow by growing their people. He leads Zeducation in collaborating with companies to understand employee training needs, develop tailored programs, and deliver engaging workshops through a diverse team of facilitators. With over 40 short workshops, Zeducation offers cost-effective, flexible, and sustainable training solutions in areas such as leadership, communication, diversity & inclusion, financial literacy, digital skills, and more. Pasitaua’s leadership ensures that businesses can continually enhance their teams’ capabilities, driving growth and success in today’s competitive landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Amanda Healy Amanda, a proud Wonnarua woman from the Hunter Valley in NSW, brings over 35 years of experience in the mining industry, working with renowned companies like BHP, Rio Tinto, and WMC. In 2014, she founded Kirrikin as a social enterprise to address the shortage of authentic Indigenous products. Kirrikin digitally prints stunning Aboriginal artwork onto luxurious cashmeres and silks, creating exquisite scarves and ties. With a growing international reputation, Kirrikin is loved not only in Australia but also in the USA and Europe. Recognised for its excellence, Kirrikin has received the prestigious Indigenous in Business Award and an Ecommerce award through the Export Council of Australia. As a finalist in national awards, Kirrikin continues to make its mark in the fashion industry. Amanda also featured in Forbes magazine Amanda also featured in Forbes magazine Amanda Healy on closing the gap (forbes.com.au)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew is a Ngarluma Traditional Owner, this year he was announced as the Business of the Year winner as well as the Indigenous Excellence category winner at the 2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards. Andrew is the Managing Director of Winyama. Andrew’s role is to manage and guide Winyama, create opportunities for the team to grow into their roles and most importantly to generate work for the organisation to be sustainable. Andrew is from the Ngarluma traditional owner group and grew up between Perth, Sydney, and the Pilbara. Andrew has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Sydney majoring in both Anthropology and History, and is a current PhD candidate in Indigenous Arts and Cultural Development at the University of Melbourne. Andrew has lived and worked in a range of places from Perth, Broome, Arnhem Land, Los Angeles, Sydney, New Delhi and Roebourne. Each of these places has influenced the skills and experience that he brings to his current role. Andew’s major professional roles have been in the fields of Native Title, ethnographic heritage survey and more recently in Indigenous mapping. Andrew’s passion is Indigenous mapping and the use of technology for cultural safeguarding. He co-founded Winyama in 2018 to provide more opportunity for Indigenous people to work in the geospatial industry and within the broader digital economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Katina Law Raised in Derby from Worora and Walmajarri families, Katina is an executive and entrepreneur with over 30 years’ international experience in financial and general management roles. She is the first Indigenous woman to be a CEO of an ASX listed company and the first Indigenous woman to Chair an ASX listed company. In 2015, she co-founded IPS Management Consultants, a WA based majority Indigenous owned company providing professional services to Government and corporate clients across Australia. IPS has grown to become a nationally recognised business that employs more than 70 staff, of which 30% are Indigenous and 69% female. She also co-founded Dutjahn Sandalwood Oils a 50% Indigenous owned business which sells WA sandalwood oil into international perfume markets. In 2019 DSO became the first Australian organisation to be awarded an Equator Prize at the UN. Katina is passionate about improving the lives of Indigenous people and is a director of several not for profits working with Indigenous people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Des is Nyoongar-Yamatji and a passionate business person. He is the CEO/Director of Spartan First, an Indigenous owned, mainstream health services provider offering a wide range of health and well being services to industry, Government and community. Whilst being highly recognised for his AFL sporting history, Des had spent his subsequent years creating, developing and advocating for the Indigenous community. Des is an active, social family and community member, maintaining cultural and sporting commitments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gordon Cole is a Noongar man from Western Australia who is highly regarded for his leadership and contribution to the Aboriginal Business Sector in Western Australia and across the Nation. Gordon is the CEO of Cole Supplies, an award winning Business that specializes in supplying Workwear and PPE, Health, Medical and Industrial Supplies. Gordon is the Managing Director of G Cole Consulting, a firm that provides diverse services, such as Business Development, Mentoring, Coaching, Leadership and Strategic Indigenous Services. Gordon is a Director and co-founder of Blak Digital.  Gordon is exploring Renewable Energy, Water and Food Security and Financial Investment. Gordon is the Chairperson of the Noongar Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Gordon also plays an active role in community affairs. He currently occupies and has several voluntary positions across a variety of fields. Is a member of the National NAIDOC Committee and Director on First Australians Capital. Gordon has also been busy working on another new start with his sons. Blak Digital Pty Ltd. This a very proud moment for Gordon to be able to work alongside his sons. You can check out Blak Digital by following the link - https://blakdigital.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shaz is of Yamatji and Baluchi (Aboriginal and Australian Afghan camel drivers) decent. Shaz is one of Australia’s leading land access and cultural heritage lawyers. He has 25 years’ legal, management, regulatory and compliance, and dispute resolution experience in the mining, energy, resources, oil and gas industries specialising in cultural heritage, land claims and native title. His expertise includes advising some of Australia’s largest mining, energy and resources clients on the development and operation of major projects across Australia. Shaz is the Managing Director of Arra Group Pty Ltd (ARRA), a majority Indigenous (Aboriginal), owned, managed, and controlled company, Perth, WA based company. Shaz has successfully founded and built many companies, that are now thriving across WA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raquel Todd is a proud Kariyarra and Banjima woman from Port Hedland, Western Australia. Her journey has been a dynamic one, marked by resilience and determination. After relocating to Perth for education, a gap year helped her discover her true passions. While she initially pursued law, she found her calling in teaching, though she eventually chose to leave university to follow her heart. Raquel has worked in community advocacy and co-founded Sista Girl Sign and Print, a business that weathered the pandemic’s challenges before exiting. Now, as a co-founder of Blak Line Industries, dedicated to empowering Aboriginal women in traditionally male-dominated industries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley is a Lunga Kitja man from the east Kimberly's and has spent more than fifteen years in the mining and oil and gas industry. With detail drafting and structural engineering as his foundation, Ashley has been fortunate enough to be involved in projects such as Roy Hill, Ichthys and Prelude and has been involved in the delivery of more than $14 billion in projects.  Ashley has a significant amount of experience across: Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Quality Control, Legal Compliance, HSEQ Integrated Business Management Systems, Change Management, Engineering, Drafting, Corporate Governance & Corporate Strategy, Indigenous engagement and Corporate Social Responsibility. Ashley now is Managing Director of Four Hills Services, a JV between Four Hills Group an 100% Indigenous owned entity, and Australian Listed Company SSH Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rowena is a wongi from the northeastern Goldfields region. She has connections to the Wajarri Yamatji Traditional Owners in the Murchison, as well as the Esperance Noongar and the Mirning Traditional Owners in the southern Goldfields. Rowena operates a mining & civil contracting company with her sister Katrina from their hometown of Kalgoorlie/Boulder in WA, celebrating 10 years in business this year. Rowena completed a Law and Arts degree at the University of Western Australia. She is actively involved in her community, chair of Kurrawang Aboriginal Christian Community Inc. as well as Chair of the Goldfields Aboriginal Business Chamber, helping Aboriginal businesses connect with opportunities in the Goldfields region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jaynaya is a proud Noongar/Balladong woman from Quairading in the wheatbelt region of Western Australia. Jaynaya has a strong background across the Employment and Recruitment sectors through partnerships throughout the Education and Employment across regional and remote areas within Western Australia and Victoria. Having previously worked within the recruitment industry specialising in disadvantaged cohorts across wider Australia under the employment services framework Jaynaya has been able to assist in identifying the gaps in engagement deliveries and having the ability to effectively articulate throughout the partnerships on how to actively develop these.  Jaynaya describe herself as a Cycle breaker, a Glow Getter, an Indigenous Entrepreneur. She's a dual business owner and is passionate about making the most of every opportunity and to continue to grow. She believes in supporting others and their passion as we are stronger together. And leads a number of women focused businesses and initiatives such as Blakbone Sistahood, and SheEO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rebecca Wessels (nee Harvey) is the founder and CEO of Ochre Dawn Creative Industries. A descendent of the Stolen Generations from Ngarrindjeri and Peramangk peoples, as well as the City of Salisbury founder, John Harvey, Rebecca is passionate about South Australia, First Nations’ community, storytelling and creative business practices. With years of experience in community services and youth work, combined with skills obtained from over a decade working in corporate IT, Rebecca proudly provides a unique and professional service to her varied clients. One of the guiding drivers of Rebecca’s work with Ochre Dawn is to support Aboriginal and multicultural artists. She does this by securing sustainable income and furthering their careers through opportunities to showcase and commercialise authentic First Nations artwork. Now in its 15th year of operation, Ochre Dawn is committed to supporting local South Australian and Australian businesses. By working collaboratively with local small businesses, Aboriginal businesses, government and large corporate organisations, Rebecca expresses her creativity by finding more authentic ways to appeal to a wide audience. She assists her clients to think more strategically and adopt corporate strategies to ensure they remain competitive, inclusive and sustainable. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colleen Strangways (Raven) is a proud South Australian Arabana and Northern Territory Mudbura Warlpiri woman, who grew up in Alice Springs and moved to Adelaide SA to be closer to family. Because of Colleen’s unique ability to capture award-winning photography via her Business Nharla Photography, she is being recognised on various national and international media platforms. Colleen has spent many years working with more than 50 different communities in Australia and has been sourced by NITV and ABC networks to showcase her works. She is committed to showcasing her culture by telling stories through an Aboriginal lens and to pass on the photography skills and the knowledge she has learnt over the years to the next generation of emerging artists. Colleen has been awarded the 2018 NADIOC business of the year and was awarded the Gladis Eplick award in 2019 for her work. Colleen has produced and filmed short documentaries for her Arabana families in regards to language , a welcome to country video to be shown at Aboriginal athletics SA and a documentary for South Australian health organization Nunkuwarrin Yunti. VR film Arabana Songlines and the Stolen Documentary “Unbreakable” for Reconciliation SA. Colleen has over 12,000 followers on social media alone. And is also now an Nikon Australia Ambassador. She is now also a business woman running her own printing service working for community and government alike to represent her community in both a humorous and serious way. Brought up in community and being well connected, Colleen is now using her creative flair to bring her art and others art into the print business to showcase to the world. Not bad for a single mother. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony is a proud Ngarrindjeri and Kaurna man with family ties to the Narungga and Arrente country. He plays league football for the Norwood Football Club in the SANFL and was drafted by the Adelaide Football Club at the end of 2014 for the 2015 season. In more recent years, he has worked as a youth mentor with AIME helping to shape the next generation of Aboriginal leaders. Anthony has a strong passion for Aboriginal youth, the environment and creating economic growth and self sufficiency within communities. Nood supplies a natural, sustainable and environmentally friendly range of cleaning chemicals, bathroom products, personal care & home care products that are made using environmentally sustainable formulas that feature native Australian botanicals. For thousands of years Aboriginal people have been using native Australian botanicals and we wish to tell the stories of the Native Australian botanicals from an Aboriginal perspective. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bianca is Founder and Managing Director of International Indigenous social enterprise, Warida Wholistic Wellness. She is a strong Badimaya (Badimia) / Ukrainian woman, who is a centred and purpose-driven healer, facilitator, coach, international best selling co-author, and change maker. She is mum to Savannah and Orson and is a qualified mental health practitioner focusing on supporting people who have experienced complex trauma. Bianca founded Warida to counteract people’s experiences in the mental health system of being disempowered. She empowers a diversity of women to reconnect with their inner fire, embrace healing on their own terms, and support economic empowerment through entrepreneurial support. Bianca simultaneously works to change systems that continue to create this imbalance. In her life’s work and early PhD research, she is exploring Ngardi Guwanda (deep listening), Indigenous Healing and lived experiences of plural communities (DID), hoping that the exploration can continue to create awareness, instigate change, and provide a platform for the voices of disadvantaged / vulnerable people with lived experiences to be heard. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat was born creative, a skill he has expertly applied in product creation and life cycle management across his career working with brands including Harris Scarfe, Vili’s Family Bakery, Hyundai and Aboriginal Health Council. Pat’s family background is of an Eastern Arrernte person whose connection to country and community was disrupted by his mother’s removal in Alice Springs in the mid-1950s. Despite this event, he strongly identifies as both a person of Eastern Arrernte background and the Sultan family. Pat has spent 20 years reconnecting to his roots, taking his children, communities, and clients on a profound journey of knowledge sharing and reflection, and encouraging us all to embrace all facets of our unique identities. Through We Create Print Deliver, an advertising and business agency he founded in 2015, Pat is building a legacy that honours his cross-cultural identity. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Point Co. were a 100% Indigenous-owned consultancy with strong ties to community and First Nations people. They were business leaders, with over twenty-five years’ experience in the corporate sector, advocating for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander economic inclusivity. But after 5 years of business success, the founders agreed to separate, and come this September, they will close their doors for business. With permission from Tiffanie and Jason, who have agreed to share their story for the beauty in the messaging of how powerful combined talents can be to create success. Whilst the Two Point Co. story ends in September, its founders' legacies and continued commitment to our sector will live on. They both will also still be around working on their new adventures. So, let’s meet them - ⇢ Meet Tiffanie Ireland Tiffanie is co-Founder and co-Director of Two Point Co. and an Indigenous Engagement specialist with over 15 years of experience in Indigenous stakeholder engagement and community partnership development within Government and Corporate organisations. She leads a team of staunch Aboriginal women who have diverse skills ranging from strategy development, community and stakeholder engagement, academic research and social work.   Tiffanie holds a Bachelor of Communications and Media Studies with a Major in Journalism and a Minor in Aboriginal Studies from the University of Wollongong.   She has previously held Senior Management positions at Qantas and Westpac with a focus on communications and Indigenous engagement.     Tiffanie is passionate about decolonising workplaces for mob, and is in the final stages of delivering a research project in collaboration with the University of NSW Business School focused on Indigenous leadership and management in Australian corporations. She is a mum of two Miyays (girls) and is also a co-Director of Ireland Cider Co, a family-owned business based in the Illawarra. ⇢ Meet Jason Timor Jason is a proud Badu Island man from the Torres Strait Islands and an accomplished professional who has provided Indigenous engagement consultancy services for some of the largest organisations in Australia including Google, Lendlease, KPMG, TikTok, Microsoft and Foxtel to name a few. Jason was the former Head of Qantas Indigenous Engagement Strategy authoring the fourth edition of their Reconciliation Action Plan at the Elevate level, the highest endorsement from Reconciliation Australia. He also held the position of Deputy CEO at Supply Nation, Australia’s premier supplier diversity organisation, advocating for Indigenous businesses. Before co-founding and co-directing Two Point Co. Jason is a sought-after facilitator and trainer with an emphasis with his thought leadership on Indigenous engagement. He has appeared on Sky Business, National Indigenous Television, and the ABC and is consistently invited to prominent Indigenous focused conferences to contribute to the Indigenous reform agenda. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Troy is the Founder, Managing Director and CEO of PSG Holdings. Troy’s Indigenous heritage is from the Wiradjuri people. He also has Torres Strait Islander heritage from his Grandfather’s family who originated from the Western Islands of the Torres Strait. Troy is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for Eastern Suburbs and South Sydney. After his career was ended by injury, Troy followed in the footsteps of his father and joined the NSW Fire Brigade where he served for 20 years and was involved in representing the service at Indigenous careers expos. Having grown up in the La Perouse area in Sydney, around family members who were involved in the construction industry, Troy developed a passion for building, which led to the creation of PSG Holdings and creating opportunities for Indigenous people across a variety of industries as well as putting him in a position to support a number of community groups in his local area. The growth of the business has seen Troy become a majority owner of not only PSG Holdings, but also Evolve FM, a facilities management company owned in joint venture with Jones Lang LaSalle, where Troy has increased his understanding of the property markets and, in addition, obtained his Real Estate Licence. Troy fosters a commitment to the strategic growth of Indigenous people and the enterprises they represent; this creates significant value for our customers and enables sustainable social returns for our community and country. As the leader of an established Indigenous owned enterprise, Troy focuses not only on exceptional delivery, but also on delivering employment and social returns for Indigenous communities. Working closely with clients, in combination with recent strengthening of Indigenous policies in procurement, Troy and his team strive to deliver economic growth for Indigenous communities, whilst still delivering significant outcomes for our clients. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t miss Find and Tell, the search for the next generation of Australian storytellers. Think of it like one of those TV talent shows... but for podcasting! You'll hear from four Australians as they go head-to-head to Find and Tell unique and interesting stories from around the country, based on a new theme each episode. Follow along each Wednesday as host Jamila Rizvi decides which storyteller will take home the grand prize and be crowned the Find And Tell champion. Search Find And Tell on your podcast app or click here! Meet the storytellers at findandtell.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cheryl Bailey is a proud Indigenous business owner from Muriwari country, Weilmoringle (Weil) – A Murdi (Aboriginal) community in northwest NSW. Weilmoringle or Wayilmarrangkal means "old salt bush" in Muriwari language. ​ Throughout her exciting career, Cheryl dreamed of how technology might transform the lives of First Nations people and has increasingly become an advocate for unlocking the power of technology and Indigenous business. ​ Cheryl’s experience encompasses 16 years of technical experience together with 25 years of developing corporate network relationships. ​ This extends beyond her vision of assisting Indigenous businesses. A natural communicator and a solutions-oriented technology specialist, Cheryl’s positive and collaborative style ensures that Indigenous Technology is your ideal delivery partner. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Goodes is a name synonymous with Great Australian Athletes. A professional football career that spans more than 17 years, he holds an elite place in AFL/VFL history. The now CEO of Indigenous Defence and Infrastructure Consortium (iDiC), he is a person to watch. Adam was named the 2014 Australian of the Year; recognition for empowering the next generation of Indigenous role models and as an advocate for the fight against racism. An Adnyamathanha and Narungga man born in Wallaroo South Australia, Adam is proud of his heritage and passionate about eliminating discrimination in society. His strength of character draws from his drive to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People achieve economic independence. Working closely with federal and state Government, captains of corporate industry and prime contractors; Adam and the team at iDiC are at the forefront of change and have the opportunity to innovate and develop a better future. Adam will also be remembered for taking a stand against racism after being racially vilified on field by a young member of the crowd. The exemplary way in which Adam helped turn the incident into a positive public message of education and non-tolerance will be remembered for generations to come. His commitment to invigorate support pathways for communities, led to the creation of The Goodes-O'Loughlin Foundation (GO Foundation) with fellow Indigenous teammate Michael O'Loughlin. Adam also joined the National Indigenous Council, as well as the board of Aboriginal Literacy Foundation and Supply Nation (resigned 2017). The ambassador for many prominent brands; Toyota, David Jones, Qantas and Woolworths, Adam is here to promote better thinking for better outcomes. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jarin is a Wiradjuri woman born and raised in Sydney with her family bloodlines from Cowra NSW. Jarin grew up in the Waterloo / Redfern and Western Sydney communities. She spearheaded Trading Blak after experiencing the disempowering and harmful impacts of misrepresentation within the Aboriginal business landscape. Jarin Street, active wear and exercise equipment celebrates beautiful bold Indigenous designs and the artists behind them. Jarin Street business model centres around supporting Indigenous artists. Jarin Street began by recognising the misuse of Aboriginal art and the industries failure to protect artists and Aboriginal designs. The business aims to provide ongoing ethical and sustainable support to artists who contribute their work. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leesa Watego is a First Nations mother, wife, volunteer, and business owner. Starting her first business in 1994, over three decades Leesa has grown her business from nano and micro to now a small niche creative project team. Leesa’s business journey has been gradual and defined by her passion for continuous learning and exploration. Leesa is the Managing Director of Iscariot Media Pty Ltd. She sits on the Queensland Government’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Business and Innovation Reference Group, is a co-founder of Indigenous Business Month and Black Coffee Indigenous business networking. Leesa is an Associate Professor of Practice at QUT Business School. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT ISCARIOT MEDIA im. is an award-winning, 100% Aboriginal owned business that specialises in creating and delivering digital, creative, and training projects that foster connections between people, communities, and services. https://iscariotmedia.com/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek is from Stradbroke Island, Minjerribah and is also connected to the Gubbi Gubbi and Butchulla people of the Gympie region in K’Gari. Derek is the Managing Director of RBY Projects (est 2010) and Manaji Projects (est 2018) and the Chairperson of AEMEE (since 2010). Derek’s industry experience began in 2004 as a founding Director of multi-award winning company Northern Project Contracting (NPC) which was formed to capitalise on the opportunities offered Waanyi Traditional Owners within the MMG Century Mine. Derek has successfully managed contracting companies in the resource sector since and has a particular interest in providing opportunities to the Indigenous and local communities in which he operates. Derek and RBY Group have been formally recognised for outstanding contribution to industry and Indigenous engagement as the recipient of multiple prestigious awards and accolades. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT RBY PROJECTS RBY Projects Pty Ltd ('RBY'​) is an experienced Indigenous company providing contracting services to the resources, energy and civil construction industries. RBY’s team has successfully managed large-scale contracting projects for key companies in the resource sector including Origin Energy, QGC and Santos. RBY is the largest Indigenous owned company working the Queensland resource sector and is a major employer and trainer of Indigenous people. https://www.rby.net.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Reis is a Badulaig, Kenedth Kes (Torres Strait Islander) man from Badu Island in the Western Region of the Torres Straits. Full-time work commenced for Jack as a professional sports person; after completing his sporting achievements he then focused his attention towards building his career in business. Jack is the CEO and Co-Founder of Baidam Solutions. Baidam Solutions is Australia’s leading Indigenous ICT security services and solutions provider, focused on helping customers achieve logical business outcomes using innovative local and international technology solutions. In 2022, Jack won the inaugural ‘Sam Tjengala Reuben Award’ Young Entrepreneur of the Year, an award that recognises a young Indigenous entrepreneur who has successfully brought their business idea to fruition, demonstrates the potential for significant growth in the years to come and has demonstrated ongoing engagement with Supply Nation members and Indigenous businesses. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT BAIDAM SOLUTIONS Established in 2018, Baidam Solutions Pty Ltd is a 100% Australian owned and operated First Nations information technology business. Baidam Solutions delivers industry leading network security and application security expertise, allowing organisations to achieve greater performance, productivity, and protection. https://baidam.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carol is a Dunghutti woman and has dedicated her career to breaking cycles of disadvantage and amplifying initiatives that contribute to improved futures for Indigenous Australians. Carol founded and continues to run Murawin Pty Ltd, a national, Indigenous consultancy, driven by strong family and Indigenous cultural values. She works across a wide range of social and public policy areas that directly affect Indigenous Australians and communities. Carol has technical and cultural knowledge, experience and expertise across research and evaluation, strategy and policy, and Indigenous governance and placemaking. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT MURAWIN Murawin is a national, Indigenous-led consultancy, founded, owned and operated by Dunghutti woman Carol Vale and business entrepreneur, Greg McKenzie. Murawin’s purpose is to create impact by breaking cycles of disadvantage and amplifying initiatives that contribute to improved futures for Indigenous Australians and other marginalised groups. https://murawin.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Williams is a Wiradjuri man who grew up on Darug land and now resides in Quandamooka country. Adam is the Co-Founder of 100% Indigenous-owned and operated supply company SupplyAus Holdings Pty Ltd of which brands such as Dhuwa Coffee, Bunji Workwear, SupplyAUS Medical, Jingeri Office National and most recently, Aromas Coffee Roasters all fall under its prosperous ownership. As a proud Indigenous Entrepreneur, Adam received the Ministers Buy Queensland Award in 2021 and is passionate about changing the paradigm of Indigenous engagement one contract at a time. Adam is not an overnight success and has worked hard to build a strong career that has now equipped him with the skills to empower a workforce of more than 20 staff. Adam completed a graduate degree in Business and Education, through the Koori Centre at Sydney University where he was awarded the Charles Perkins Memorial award for study and became a founding member of the University of Sydney Indigenous Games committee. In 2018, Adam went on to develop his business skills through the Murra Indigenous Masterclass program at the Melbourne Business School and completed his MBA at the Queensland University of Technology. In May 2022, Adam completed the Harvard Business School Program Certificate for Leading People and Investing to Build Sustainable Communities. Beyond expanding his scholarly skills, Adam has an established career in FMCG and Pharmaceutical products which he has gained from over 25 years in this industry working with the likes of Sanofi, GHD and BEC Feed Solutions. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT SUPPLYAUS HOLDINGS SupplyAus Holdings is a 100% Indigenous company that delivers a range of high-quality industry leading products and services. They specialise in PPE, workwear, uniform and office supplies. SupplyAus is a proud social enterprise returning 50% of profits back into Indigenous community projects and suicide prevention activities. https://www.supplyaus.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jasmine Newman is a proud Wiradjuri woman, Managing Director and Co-founder, Killara Services, an Aboriginal cleaning company. In Jasmine’s own words: “I am driven to continue the legacy that was left behind by my Great Grandfather Bert Groves, along with why I have started my business Killara – To Engage, Employ and Empower my people.” She was the winner of the 2022 Supply Nation Indigenous Business Woman of the Year And the National Winner of the 2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards - Indigenous Excellence Category. Jasmine currently employs 350 people nationally, with 40% being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT KILLARA KILLARA Services is a leading Aboriginal owned and operated cleaning company offering soft service solutions to Commercial and Government clients across Australia. Key clients include JLL, Shell, BGIS, CBRE, Defence Australia and the Australian Federal Police. https://killaraservices.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitchell is a proud Bidjigal man from La Perouse in south-east Sydney. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Muru Office Supplies, a national Workplace Supplies provider, and is enthusiastic about his role in helping to grow the Indigenous business sector and giving back to the community. After working in the IT industry for almost 15 years, providing technology services to small business customers, Mitchell discovered the emerging supplier diversity trend in late 2011 and pivoted from IT into workplace supplies. Mitchell has grown Muru from the ground up into one of the largest First Nation owned companies in Australia and partnered with leading brands such as CBA, Telstra, Boral, Qantas, Fortescue Metals and KPMG. Mitchell helps organisations capture value above and beyond the products they purchase through Muru. He creates partnerships that are more than transactional, offering ongoing mutual value for both parties through social outcomes. Muru means “pathway” in the language of the coastal Sydney region and Mitchell's vision is to create a pathway for future generations, helping to close the gap for First Nation people. A percentage of all Muru profits is donated to First Nations community programs that support Education, Employment and Health & Wellbeing initiatives. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT MURU OFFICE SUPPLIES Muru Office Supplies is a B2B supplier offering products for every occasion in the modern workplace. Muru’s vision is to create “pathways” for the Indigenous community. It is a purpose-driven, community-focused organisation that contributes a percentage of all profits to education, employment and health and well-being initiatives that support Indigenous communities. https://muruoffice.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Williams is a proud Wakka Wakka man, and the Founder and Executive Director of Gilimbaa. Gilimbaa is a full-service creative agency specialising in strategic and connected communication. Gilimbaa means ‘today’ in the language of the Wakka Wakka people of Central Queensland. He brings a lifetime of culture and connections to Gilimbaa. David was influenced by his immediate family and his Elders who encouraged him to use his creative skills as a tool to connect his culture to the wider community. With almost 20 years as a cultural performer working locally, nationally and internationally, David uses creativity as an effective tool of 21st century cultural communication. David has a unique capability to walk in two worlds, influencing in the boardrooms nationally and internationally with the same ease as he connects with community. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT GILIMBAA Gilimbaa is a full-service creative agency specialising in strategic and connected communication. They are driven by the power and process of storytelling and the role this plays in the education and celebration of culture and community. Gilimbaa’s great joy is in forming strong partnerships and working hand in hand with community and clients to achieve lasting creative impacts. https://www.gilimbaa.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mundanara is the Managing Director and co-founder of the BlackCard Pty Ltd, which is a 100% Aboriginal owned business certified with Supply Nation. Mundanara co-founded BlackCard with Dr Lilla Watson, who is a respected Aboriginal elder, artist, educator and long-time course developer. Mundanara’s cultural heritage is connected to the Wonnarua and Bunjalung people on her mother’s side and the Birri-Gubba and Gungalu on her father’s side. As a proud advocate for her people, she follows in her father’s footsteps and aims to make a positive contribution. She is also the founder and host of The Black Magic Woman Podcast which features mainly First Nations people from across Australia sharing their stories about their journey to highlight the diversity amongst First Nations peoples and the resilience of her people. It is an honour to get the woman behind the mic on the other end of an interview and hear about her why! Make sure you listen to her podcast on Apple and Spotify, and if you’re flying Virgin, you can grab her podcast on there until the end of the year! ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT BLACKCARD BlackCard is a specialist consultancy providing cultural capability training and consultancy services to enable people and organisations to work effectively with members of the Aboriginal community. BlackCard’s purpose is working with people, not for people, with the genius of Aboriginal Knowledge. https://www.theblackcard.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leroy is a Worimi and Ngarrindjeri man born in Taree, regional New South Wales, and having spent the majority of his life in Newcastle, New South Wales, Leroy is a young Aboriginal leader that has a passion for innovation and positive change. Leroy is the Founder and Managing Director of Dhiira Pty Ltd, a 100% Aboriginal Owned Professional Services company specialising in Indigenised Training, Strategy, Facilitation with a special focus on Leadership and Human Resources. ⇢⇢⇢ MEET THE MOB Meet the Mob is a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT DHIIRA Dhiira is Australia’s leading Aboriginal HR specialists focused on uncovering the connective DNA between Aboriginal ways of doing, being and thinking with Mainstream approaches and strategy. They develop long lasting, impactful and intent based business models, strategies and programs. https://www.dhiira.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dixie Crawford is a Barkindji woman who lives and works on Ngunnawal country. She is the Founder and Managing Director of Nganya. Nganya, meaning fire starter or flame, perfectly describes the way Dixie collaborates with clients, connects to communities, and challenges the status quo of mediocre leadership on social policy and equity. Dixie uses her lived experiences to challenge ideas and the way ‘it’s always been done’; she wants to make a difference in the way Aboriginal people are heard and understood. Her passion is helping others to understand the cause of barriers that impact thinking and doing when it comes to engaging with and creating opportunities for First Nations peoples and communities to thrive. She encourages people to live into the value of robust and purposeful leadership, and be the catalyst of change within organisations and communities. At Nganya, Dixie leads stakeholder engagement, masterclasses, executive coaching, and the design, implementation and monitoring of Reconciliation Action Plans and First Nations Strategies. She launched her ‘Black Business with Dixie Crawford’ podcast this year, was named one of ‘20 Australian Women Making Moves in 2022’ by the Australian Business Journal, was a speaker at the 2022 Reconciliation Australia conference and was appointed to the Cricket ACT Board. Meet the Mob is originally a YouTube series dedicated to showcasing Blak Excellence in Indigenous Business. Each interview is designed to provide an introduction to an Indigenous business leader, what drives them to succeed and how they're creating positive change for organisations and Indigenous communities. #meetthemob #indigenousbusiness #indigenousprocurement #supplierdiversity #BlakExcellence ABOUT NGANYA Nganya are Aboriginal engagement consultants. They provide a people and relationship-focused approach to better community engagement to ensure two-way relationships are nurtured with Aboriginal communities. They support and stretch organisations to make valuable contributions that achieve sustainable social change for equitable outcomes. https://nganya.com.au/ ABOUT KRISTAL Kristal Kinsela is the supplier diversity expert who’s done it all before. A published author, trusted advisor to leading global organisations and descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings lived experience and over 18 years of business expertise to every partnership. CONNECT WITH KRISTAL Website: https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ LinkedIn:   / kristalkinsela   Facebook:   / kristalekinsela   Twitter:   / kristal_kinsela  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.