In this episode of MBA Success, Ross interviews Jason Lawrence, the Director of Education and Organisational Development at Southwestern Sydney Local Health District. They discuss Jason's academic background, his transition from consulting to operational leadership in healthcare, and the importance of continuous learning and leadership development. Jason shares insights on effective communication, decision-making, and the value of an MBA in navigating complex business challenges. He emphasises t...
Apr 10, 2025•50 min•Ep. 22
In this episode of the MBA Success Podcast, Matt Jacobson, CEO and founder of Ducere Global Business School, shares his journey from an early entrepreneurial spirit to creating a unique educational model that emphasizes real-world learning and skills-based education. He discusses the importance of confidence, resilience, and communication skills in business, the disconnect between traditional education and employment needs, and how Ducere is bridging that gap by partnering with industry leaders ...
Nov 28, 2024•53 min•Ep. 23
In this episode, Kavita Herbert, CEO and founder of Backbone, shares her journey of founding and running her business. She discusses the challenges and lessons she learned along the way. Kavita emphasizes the importance of delegating and outsourcing non-core business functions to focus on adding value to customers. She also highlights the significance of clear communication, alignment, and a shared vision in building successful teams. Kavita shares her experience in the tech industry and the sat...
Jun 25, 2024•47 min•Ep. 21
In this insightful episode, Judy Lundy, MBA Program Director at Edith Cowan University, delves into the transformative power of adaptive leadership in business education. With her extensive experience, Judy discusses how innovative approaches in teaching and learning are shaping the next generation of leaders, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity, sustainability, and practical experience in modern business practices. Join us for a compelling conversation that illuminates the path to success...
Nov 28, 2023•51 min
This episode we welcome Michelle Hughes to the podcast. Michelle is CMO and Board Member for McCarthy Durie Lawyers and also runs her own full-service marketing agency, Atom Branding. Having recently finished her MBA studies from QUT this year, her capstone assignment explores the role trust plays in service-based industries. This project allowed for the development of a repeatable framework to build trust with clients and improve customer satisfaction and loyalty ratings....
Nov 21, 2023•55 min
Our latest episode features none other than the dynamic Taylor Dee Hawkins. With her unique blend of experience, from advising the United Nations Foundation to pioneering work at Foundations for Tomorrow, Taylor brought some rich insights to the table. Highlights from our discussion: The essence of long-term vision in policy decisions and its impact on societal sectors like health and education. The frequent trap of "policy whack-a-mole" and the call for proactive, future-focused decision-making...
Oct 08, 2023•45 min
On this episode we’re excited to host Lisa, a trailblazer who marries economic thinking with societal challenges, doing so with a neurodivergent flair that’s uniquely her own. In 2018, she took her passion for sustainability and employability skills into the entrepreneurial realm, launching her Ed Tech startup, originally named Professional Vogue and now rebranded to gruuv-ed. The platform aims to empower professionals, especially the younger generation, by focusing on essential life and employa...
Sep 26, 2023•54 min
Today, we have the honor of hosting a guest whose career is a rich tapestry of experience and expertise in the fields of accounting, taxation, audit, and business advisory. With a remarkable thirty-six-year career, Brian Jones's journey has taken him from the corridors of BP Australia to the Audit Department of Touche Ross in places like London, Birmingham, and Geneva. Since 1989, Brian has been in practice as an accountant, business advisor, and forensic accountant. His specialization now lies ...
Aug 22, 2023•43 min
Today, we're lucky enough to host not one, but two exceptional guests. Our first guest, Jeremy Galbreath, is an esteemed individual whose expertise traverses the realms of both academia and business. With an impressive track record of key roles in Fortune 500 companies and a couple of high-tech startups in the USA, Jeremy brings a wealth of experience to our conversation. Currently, he applies his strategic acumen in his role as Director of Strategy at Ecope International, and provides insightfu...
Jul 17, 2023•42 min
Today, we are thrilled to welcome a powerhouse in the world of IT and business management, Lisa Pascoe. Lisa is an MBA graduate from ECU, class of 2023, who has made remarkable strides in her career post-graduation. Lisa is the Senior Global IT Manager at fortune 500 company, a global organization where she deftly aligns IT strategy with global corporate objectives. With over 25 years of experience supporting large corporations across engineering, resources, and government service industries. In...
Jul 11, 2023•44 min
Today I had the pleasure of talking to Brad Meehan, Managing Director of Strativity ANZ, one of the worlds leading boutique customer strategy consultancy firms. Brad has over 20 years of working with some of the world’s most well-known brands across multiple countries. He’s designed and deployed enterprise-level competitive and customer strategies for several ASX 100 companies and Government Owned Corporations. Brad earned his MBA from Queensland University of Technology in 2007 and has complete...
May 10, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Jessica Kahl is the Managing Director of Dream Big Australia and Project Manager at SunWater. She is an award-winning engineer, entrepreneur, diversity advocate, and 2021 Young Australian of the Year Shortlisted Nominee. Since entering the industry, Jessica has combined her creative leadership and engineering capabilities to make a difference to society through her work in master planning, resources, and infrastructure. Outside of her day job, she is also passionate about increasing engagement a...
Apr 03, 2023•45 min
In this episode, we talk to Raja Sahulhammed, Principal - Advisory at Hatch. Starting his career as an engineer before studying for an MBA at the University of Cambridge, Raja then transitioned to consulting and spent 10 years with McKinsey before moving to Hatch. Alongside exploring his MBA studies and his background, we discuss topics of managing professional relationships, international work experience and how to target your next promotion, just to name a few.
Mar 23, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 1
On this episode, we’re joined by Mike Tristram who completed his MBA from the Queensland University of Technology in 2012. Mike has been the CEO of the five-generation family business, Trisco Foods, since 2013. Trisco Foods is a food manufacturing business that dates back to 1875 and has recently experienced tremendous growth as they transition into a health and wellness corporation. On this episode, we talk to Mike about the responsibility of running a family business, applying lessons directly...
May 05, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 10
On this episode we’re joined by John Dumay, Professor at Macquarie University, recognised as Australia’s top researcher in accounting and taxation, and ‘Dad’ in Dad & Dave’s Brewing. With an MBA from AGSM and PhD in Economics from University of Sydney, just to name some of John’s qualifications, we spoke with him about his interesting career journey, the challenges in truly eradicating slavery from supply chains, and embracing serendipity. Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/ LinkedIn: htt...
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 9
On this episode we’re joined by Janelle van de Velde, Executive Director Shared Services at Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod. Janelle completed her EMBA from Bond University in 2017 after departing Linc Energy where she was Chief Administration Officer & Company Secretary. In this episode we speak with Janelle about the importance of unlearning the learnings, building resilience, and managing people through a crisis. Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.l...
Dec 13, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 8
On this episode we’re joined by Mike Lanzing, General Manager of UniBank, part of Teachers Mutual Bank. Having completed his MBA from the University of Western Sydney in 1995, and bringing over 30 years of experience in banking and finance, Mike speaks with us about wonder, authenticity, and unlocking the value of collaboration. Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/ Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au...
Nov 03, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 7
On this episode we’re joined by Alex Chaudhri, Director of Infectious Diseases at The Prince Charles Hospital. Alex brought a wealth of experience in clinical medical to his MBA studies from The University of Queensland, where he graduated in 2016. Through our conversation with Alex we were able to get his insights about COVID-19, the importance of leading from within, and how acknowledging vulnerability can help engender trust. Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linked...
Oct 19, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Libby Marshall is the CEO and Founder of Steam Capital, Managing Director of Australia New Zealand MBA Directors Forum and an MBA Executive Career Coach at the University of Sydney Business School. Finishing her MBA from the University of Queensland in 2017, Libby brings a wealth of knowledge from a diverse career including tourism, sport, government, not-for-profit, energy and education. On this episode, Libby talks to us about the importance of knowing your value proposition, being brave, back...
Sep 30, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Dr Sue Keay is the recently appointed CEO at the Queensland AI Hub, Chair of the Board of Directors at Robotics Australia, Board Member of Women in Robotics and Board Director at CRC ORE. Having completed her MBA from The University of Queensland in 2018, Sue talks to us about how the MBA gave her the confidence to progress her career, how saying ‘yes’ can open doors, and the importance of staying true to your values. Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/comp...
Sep 14, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Jason Titman has a colourful career that spans many industries including Accounting and Computer Audit, the Motor Industry, Hotels and Ecommerce / Tech. Jason is currently the managing director and founder of investment company Interg8, where he works with startup company founders to scale their businesses. He also fills his time as an investor, board advisor, and company builder. On this episode, Jason talks about his hunger for continuous learning, how attitude is a key differentiator and why ...
Aug 31, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Susan Forrester is an accomplished professional director and Member of the Order of Australia, and has built a reputation as a strong strategic thinker, helping dozens of companies on their growth journeys. Sue is currently serving on multiple boards including director of 3 ASX listed companies - G8 Education, Over the Wire, and Viva Leisure. Sue discusses how completing her EMBA from Melbourne Business School in 2004 has helped her transition her career, the importance of seeking feedback, and ...
Aug 24, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Ryan Officer is the Chief Risk Officer of Retail for ASX100 listed Bank of Queensland. Over 16 years with the bank, Ryan has worked his way up from a Business Lending Officer and talks about his goals for becoming a group exec, taking advantage of opportunities as they become available and the importance of self-reflection on understanding yourself as a leader and how it helps to lead others. Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/ Email: ...
Aug 16, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 1
MBA Success is a new podcast that explores the outstanding MBA alumni that have achieved success within their chosen fields. Join hosts Ross Barclay and Chris Jacko as they examine their guest's pasts, goals, behaviour and motivations to uncover tips and insights that will help you reach the full potential of your career vision. Website: http://mbaus.com.au/podcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/ Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au...
Aug 09, 2020•1 min
