In this episode we are talking with Craig Hutchison. Konrad Marshall from the Sydney Morning Herald summarised ‘Craig’ as… Craig Hutchison or Hutchy as he is known as, is chief executive and majority shareholder of the Sports Entertainment Network, a company he created 15 years ago as a tiny PR agency named Crocmedia, which later morphed into a prolific creator of syndicated sports radio content and is now a byzantine beast that owns and operates 21 radio stations across Australia, with broadcas...
Jun 13, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode we are talking with Jon Gregory the founder of Vitruvian. Vitruvian have recently launched their first product the v-form trainer. The idea was born out of Jon’s background working with algoritihms – he believed there was a better way to do resistance training and set about creating a product to do just that. Just like us at MATE, we believed there was a better way to sell internet to customers and provide them a better product and service than they had always been accustomed to....
May 30, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In this episode we are talking to Sam Cawthorn. After a devastating car accident in 2006, Sam was left with an amputated arm as well as a severe leg disability. A naturally born leader, he didn’t let this setback stop him from reaching his goals, and instead turned his story into a triumph and went on to become a global influencer, best-selling author and one of the world’s most in-demand speakers – training executives from the likes of the United Nations, CommBank and BP When many people hear t...
May 16, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In this episode, we are talking to Dr Frank Chow, a Workplace Related Mental Health Specialist. Dr. Chow is Director and Psychiatrist at leading Sydney-based practice 2OP Health, a unique Organisational and Occupational psychiatric service, specialising in workplace related mental health care, providing tailored support to individuals, organisations and health professionals across Australia. At MATE we understand the strain that the workplace can put on employee's mental health as well as the wa...
May 02, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 22
SHOW LESS In this episode we are talking to Anthony the founder and director of an organisation called Popcar. MATE was started with a problem we thought Australians had when purchasing their Telco products, this is what drove us to do what we do. We resonate with Popcar’s story which is all about making car sharing better than car ownership which is a unique proposition for us all. Our aim at MATE is to give people what they need but do it better and offer them the value they deserve. Our mate’...
Apr 20, 2021•32 min•Ep. 15
In this episode we are talking to Angus Kidman the editor-in-chief at Finder. He's an award-winning journalist who has reported on technology, travel, finance and other topics for over 25 years. Angus appears regularly on Sunrise, Today, The Project, Seven News and other TV and radio shows. His previous jobs include editor for Lifehacker Australia and editor-in-chief for Australian Personal Computer, and he's written for dozens of publications including Escape, the Sydney Morning Herald, Gizmodo...
Apr 18, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In this episode we are talking to Sean Hall, Founder and Chief Energiser of Energx . Sean works with Australian organisations who share the belief that the most valuable, sustainable and high growth potential asset they have is the collective energy and creativity of their people. At MATE, our people are the heart and soul of our company, so we really resonate with that philosophy. 2020 has brought about many new challenges to people’s mental health and well being with much of the change happeni...
Apr 04, 2021•44 min•Season 2Ep. 20
In today’s episode we are talking to Daniel Sandaver. Dan is the successful owner of scale-up technology company Codafication; an Insurtech solving data complexity at the heart of the insurance industry. From chasing cyclones, to chairing technology companies, Dan has a broad experience in project management, business development, enterprise solutions and change management. Dan is also the proud father of two sets of twins, four boys under four, of which, like the companies, is a blessing, dynam...
Mar 21, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In today’s episode we are talking to Johann the founder of Sole app, a new money management app that he founded in 2021 using his life savings. MATE was started with a problem we thought Australians had when purchasing their Telco products, this is what drove us to do what we do. At the time, our founders also put their own money on the table and mortgaged their houses to start the business in our Aunties backyard. We resonate with Sole apps story which is all about creating an easy, beautiful a...
Mar 08, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Based on listeners feedback, we have created a series of quickfire episodes to deep dive on what makes us successful. In this Episode, Dom O’Brien, Head of Customer acquisition gives us an insight into customer acquisition strategies and channels that have been successful for Mate and how they can apply to your business too.
Oct 25, 2020•19 min
Based on listeners feedback, we have created a series of quickfire episodes to deep dive on what makes us successful. In this Episode, General Manager Mark Fazio gives us an insight into productivity tools, processes and best practices that helps him, and the Mate business be successful To find out more about Mate’s no contract Internet and Mobile plans with all Aussie support, visit www.LetsBeMates.com.au Subscribe to hear the latest episode each week on Youtube , Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Goo...
Oct 18, 2020•16 min
In this weeks episode we are talking to a local Aussie small business that produces beautiful visuals and engaging stories for some of Australia's largest brands. Content is a crucial tool in the Marketers toolkit, and at MATE we are always looking for content that puts a smile on our customers face, brightens up their day, or gives them knowledge that empowers them Today we are speaking with Zak and Pat, two of the co-founders of Chisel Productions. They describe themselves as an evolving creat...
Aug 09, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode we are talking to Glen who represents LaLiga in Australia and New Zealand. At MATE we have chosen sport and in-particular football to align our brand too as we want ‘passionate fans’ as our customers and football has some of the most passionate fans in the world. LaLiga is the pinnacle showcase around the world for football lovers, with the likes of Real Madrid and Barcelona playing in the LaLiga, the power of its brand and presence globally is growing day by day. Some of the bra...
Jul 19, 2020•48 min•Ep. 12
In today’s episode we are talking to Matt Francis & Tanya Newhouse from a company called Clevertar. At MATE, service is our number one focus as we feel this is what sets us apart from our competitors. We are always trying to ensure we have the right balance of automation and verbal contact with our customers to ensure they are getting the type of service they want and need. We aren’t open 24/7 and we know customers have a time and a place that they choose to do what they need hence why we en...
Jul 12, 2020•38 min•Ep. 11
In this episode we are talking to an Aussie business built to be your personal shopping assistant. At MATE we focus everyday on simplicity and easier ways for consumers to get access to the services they want and need. Smartify offers this opportunity in a new unique way that we just love and it really resonates with us at MATE. We all know the move to online shopping has amplified over the last couple of years. Australians have always been behind the trend but with a service like Smartify I thi...
Jul 05, 2020•38 min•Ep. 10
In this week’s episode we are talking to Mike the founder and CEO of an organisation called XVenture. At MATE we have used the theme of sports to drive our brand identity particularly through our brand ambassadors Mat Ryan & Sam Kerr. We feel sport drives spirit, passion and teamwork which are some of the values we instil in our business and deliver to our customers. XVenture support people and organisations around developing E.A.R.L skills such as ‘emotional agility, resilience and leadersh...
Jun 28, 2020•54 min•Ep. 9
In this week’s episode we are talking to a brand that has built a cult following in the sports space. At MATE we have partly aligned our brand to sport for a bunch of reasons such as: Competitive spirit – being the underdog and needing to fight hard to win in the telco industry Building fans – just like fans of sporting teams, we need to build fans of MATE also that keep us honest and ensure we continue to deliver what we say we are going to do Inspiration – every sports fan, no matter what spor...
Jun 21, 2020•33 min•Ep. 8
In this weeks episode we are talking to a new business that has been built completely in this COVID time. We at MATE feel it’s more important than ever to support local businesses in this beautiful country of ours. A lot of small businesses have taking a massive hit during the last few months and it’s our obligation as people of this great nation to get out there and support these businesses. iBuyLocal is delivering a great way for Aussies to start supporting these businesses more and in a way t...
Jun 14, 2020•44 min•Ep. 7
On this week’s show we chat to our mates at Espresso Displays. Will, Scott and Gary are part of an Aussie start up that have recently raised almost $500,000 on Kickstarter to produce the worlds thinnest portable touch screen for your laptop, Mac, phone or portable media devices. We chat with them about creating a product from scratch, dealing with overseas production remotely, their Kickstarter experience and all that goes into bringing your first product to market. You can find out more about E...
Jun 07, 2020•38 min•Ep. 6
On this week’s show with chat with our Mate, Matt Farmer, Retail Sales Director for TP-Link Australia and New Zealand – a leading manufacturer of home networking and smart home products. We discuss the key ingredients to a good home network, differentiating between your internet connection and your Wi-Fi and what upgrading to a Mesh solution can do for your home internet experience. We talk about the challenges that COVID-19 brought to the industry and how TP-Link was able to adapt to ensure the...
May 28, 2020•38 min•Ep. 5
In this episode we speak with David McIvor, Founder and CEO of WorkSafety and the Author f the Working from Home Safety Handbook. We chat with David about the changes in the current work environment due to COVID-19, what are the best practices when working from home including how to set up your workspace and how working from home may continue to become the norm in a post-COVID world. You can find David’s handbook and more information at www.worksafetyathome.com.au You can learn more about Mate i...
May 28, 2020•41 min•Ep. 4
In this episode we chat with our Mate Craig (Brownie) from Malt Shovel Breweries. We discuss how the liquor industry has been affected due to COVID-19, how hospitality business have adapted to the restrictions imposed on them as well as trends that are appearing in the Liquor industry including craft beer and Alcoholic Seltzer. We chat with Brownie about Malt Shovel’s “Freedom to Fly” philosophy and how this gives them a competitive edge. You can find out more about Malt Shovel as well as enquir...
May 28, 2020•25 min•Ep. 2
In this week’s episode we discuss how the Mate business started in our Aunties backyard to where it is today. We talk about how we do things differently from our recruitment policies, our customer happiness philosophy of Head, Heart and Hands as well as touching on the challenges the Telco industry has encountered during the social isolation period that COVID-19 has brought about. You can learn more about Mate internet and mobile plans at www.LetsBeMates.com.au...
May 28, 2020•31 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the Let's Be Mates podcast. You will hear from the Mate Team (Faz, Dom and Bosco) each week to hear about a wide range of topics from home networks to working from home to experiences from our mates in business. Subscribe to hear the latest episode each week. You can learn more about Mate internet and mobile plans at www.LetsBeMates.com.au
May 28, 2020•54 sec•Ep. 1
