Books To The Boardroom

Sumith Dissanayake

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Are you interested in how Australia’s best leaders grew into the professionals they are today? The journey from University (Books) to Leadership positions (Boardroom) can take many different forms. Listen in as we interview CEO’s, CFO’s, and Executives, on how they ascended to leadership positions, made critical career choices, and overcame adversity throughout their career. The Books To The Boardroom podcast is co-hosted by Sumith Dissanayake, a CFO turned Business Owner based in Brisbane, Australia, who is fascinated by all things leadership and career development.

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  1. 1

    In Conversation with Sigal Pilli, CFO of Seer Medical

    This episode features an interview with Sigal Pilli, CFO of Seer Medical, discussing her role and the company's development of a wearable EEG monitoring device for epilepsy patients that enables home-based care using proprietary technology and machine learning.

    ·37m
  2. 2

    In conversation with James Harvey, Head of Strategic Alliances & Growth of Energy Locals

    This episode features an interview with former Australian basketball star James Harvey, discussing his early sports career and how his solo practice habits in basketball shaped his work ethic and path to success in business.

    ·57m
  3. 3

    CFO Catalyst: From Big Four to AI Innovation with Jarrod Magee

    This episode features an interview with Jarrod Magee, CFO at Sapir.ai, discussing his transition from Big Four accounting to AI innovation and the challenges faced by CFOs in Australia and New Zealand.

    ·30m
  4. 4

    In conversation with Mohammad Ali Shah, CEO of I Synergy Group Ltd (ASX: IS3)

    This episode features an interview with Mohammad Ali Shah, CEO of ASX-listed iSynergy Group, discussing the company's diverse tech portfolio and expansion in Southeast Asia.

    ·55m
  5. 5

    In Conversation with James Brennan, CEO of Linius (ASX:LNU)

    This episode features an interview with James Brennan, CEO of ASX-listed technology company Linius, discussing his leadership journey and the company's cloud-based platform for unlocking value from video archives.

    ·41m
  6. 6

    In Conversation with Peter Nijmeijer, CFO at Heritage Lifecare

    This episode features an interview with Peter Nijmeijer, CFO at Heritage Lifecare, discussing his role and the company's operations as an aged care provider in New Zealand.

    ·36m
  7. 7

    In conversation with James Fielding, CEO of Audeara

    This episode features an interview with Dr.

    ·42m
  8. 8

    Fresh Insights from Ilona Abram - Group CFO at Aquatic Achievers Group

    This episode features an interview with Ilona Abram, Group CFO at Aquatic Achievers Group, discussing her career journey from aspiring actress to finance professional and her broader role managing back-end shared services.

    ·29m
  9. 9

    Journey from BP to CFO with Andrew Edwards

    This episode features an interview with Andrew Edwards, CFO at Perfect Channel Fresh Australia, discussing how his early experiences at BP shaped his leadership and finance career through diverse interactions and mentorship.

    ·34m
  10. 10

    Navigating Finance and Entrepreneurship: Insights from Andre Luchesi

    This episode features an interview with Andre Luchesi, Group CFO at Westport and DBC, discussing his finance career, entrepreneurial journey including starting an ice cream company in Brazil, and insights on market cycles and business challenges.

    ·30m
  11. 11

    In Conversation with Kate Carruthers, Head of Business Intelligence and Chief Data & Insights Officer at UNSW

    This episode features an interview with Kate Carruthers, discussing the current state of AI, its transformative potential across industries, and her work at UNSW as Head of Business Intelligence and Chief Data & Insights Officer.

    ·38m
  12. 12

    Fresh Insights from Madhu Nair | EY Australia

    This episode features an interview with Madhu Nair, a partner at EY Brisbane, discussing his personal journey into accounting, his professional career at a Big Four firm, and his approach to work-life balance including hobbies like golf.

    ·26m
  13. 13

    CFO Conversations: Ben Edmonds on People, Strategy, and Finance Transformation

    This episode features an interview with CFO Ben Edmonds discussing his career journey in accounting, influenced by his father, and his philosophy on people-centric business leadership.

    ·31m
  14. 14

    In conversation with Rimma Gayfullina, Financial Controller at GoSee

    This episode features an interview with Rimma Gayfullina, Financial Controller at GoSee, discussing her leadership roles, the company's travel business, and challenges faced during the pandemic.

    ·39m
  15. 15

    In conversation with Linda Scott, Founder and Managing Director of Thinking Leaders

    This episode features an interview with Linda Scott, founder of Thinking Leaders, discussing her transition from a 30-year accounting career to running a leadership coaching business that helps individuals and organizations develop great leaders and culture.

    ·45m
  16. 16

    In conversation with Andrew Bond, CEO of 8common Limited

    This episode features an interview with Andrew Bond, CEO of 8common Limited, discussing the company's travel and expense management software products and its significant government and corporate client base.

    ·47m
  17. 17

    In Conversation with Lorraine Finley, Human Rights Commissioner, Australian Human Rights Commission

    This episode features an interview with Lorraine Finlay, Australia's Human Rights Commissioner, discussing her leadership role and personal interests like family Lego activities.

    ·39m
  18. 18

    Brad Moran - Founder & CEO of CitrusAd

    This episode features an interview with Brad Moran, a former AFL player turned CEO, discussing his leadership journey from sports to business.

    ·1h 6m
  19. 19

    In conversation with Nicole Karagiannis, Chief People and Culture Officer at Harrison.ai

    This episode features an interview with Nicole Karagiannis, Chief People and Culture Officer at Harrison.ai, discussing her leadership journey, the company's AI diagnostic tools in healthcare, and her role in people and culture.

    ·37m
  20. 20

    An Unconventional Path to CFO: Scott Drummond's Story

    This episode features an interview with Scott Drummond, CFO at RAIQ, discussing how his background in performing arts and corporate finance shaped his unconventional path to becoming a CFO.

    ·29m
  21. 21

    Rebecca He: The Modern CFO's Journey – AI, Transformation, and Beyond

    Rebecca He discusses her journey as a transformational CFO, explaining how her fractional CFO consulting firm helps businesses optimize operations beyond compliance.

    ·32m
  22. 22

    Manuel Nesta -Transformative Leadership: From Transactional Finance to Strategic Advisory

    This episode features an interview with Manuel Nesta about how digitalization transforms finance teams from transactional roles to strategic advisors, with discussion of his role at Aguaia and ESG trends.

    ·29m
  23. 23

    The Gordon Ramsay of Finance: Martin Gyde on Leadership and Transformation

    This episode features an interview with CFO Martin Gyde, who discusses his journey from a reluctant business student to a senior finance professional, his competitive sports background, and his self-proclaimed 'Gordon Ramsay of finance' approach to leadership.

    ·30m
  24. 24

    From Submariner to CFO: A Journey of Leadership and Operational Excellence

    A CFO with a unique background as a Royal Navy submariner discusses his journey from military service to corporate finance leadership and the operational principles he applies.

    ·28m
  25. 25

    In conversation with Gabriel (GG) Guedes, COO & CFO of Lyka

    This episode features an interview with Gabriel Guedes, COO & CFO of Lyka, discussing the company's focus on pet wellness through dog nutrition and its origin story.

    ·37m
  26. 26

    In Conversation with Tim Bensley, CFO, Carpet Call

    This episode features an interview with Tim Bensley, CFO of CarpetCore, discussing his role overseeing finance and administrative functions for the national flooring retailer.

    ·39m
  27. 27

    In Conversation with Jacob Muraca, COO/CFO of Bondi Sands

    This episode features an interview with Jacob Muraca, COO/CFO of Bondi Sands, discussing his dual roles and the company's expansion from self-tanning to SPF and skincare products.

    ·31m
  28. 28

    Navigating CFO Challenges: Insights from Rowan Darling, CFO, Clemenger BBDO

    This episode features an interview with Rowan Darling, CFO of Clemenger BBDO, discussing his career journey from Ernst & Young to his current role and the challenges CFOs face in the advertising industry.

    ·27m
  29. 29

    Unlock Explosive Growth: Action Coach Bill Stack's Business Acceleration Secrets

    ·20m
  30. 30

    Strategic Financial Leadership: Winston Abeyeratne on Succeeding Down Under

    This episode features an interview with Winston Abayaratne discussing his journey as an immigrant accountant in Australia, emphasizing the importance of backing decisions with numbers and navigating professional growth.

    ·31m
  31. 31

    In conversation with Dr. Paul Gavin, CEO of Avecho Biotechnology Limited

    This episode features an interview with Dr.

    ·54m
  32. 32

    In conversation with Michelle Gallaher, Founder of Opyl Ltd, TrialKey & Opin.ai

    This episode features an interview with Michelle Gallaher discussing her transition from CEO of Opyl Ltd to focusing on TrialKey, an AI-powered platform for improving clinical trial efficiency and design.

    ·52m
  33. 33

    In conversation with John Rayment, CEO & Managing Director of Identitii

    An interview with John Rayment, CEO of Identitii, discussing the company's mission to secure payment information sharing in financial services and address cybercrime and compliance challenges.

    ·38m
  34. 34

    In conversation with Daniel Lai, CEO of archTIS

    This episode features an interview with Daniel Lai, CEO of archTIS, discussing his leadership journey and the company's focus on trusted information sharing in cybersecurity, inspired by post-9-11 intelligence failures.

    ·49m
  35. 35

    In Conversation with Patrick Kerlin, CFO of One Door Mental Health

    This episode features an interview with Patrick Kerlin, CFO of One Door Mental Health, discussing the organization's history, services, and his personal motivation for joining the nonprofit sector.

    ·30m
  36. 36

    In Conversation with Denice Bennett, Group CFO of Third Age Health

    This episode features an interview with Denice Bennett, Group CFO of Third Age Health, discussing her unexpected karaoke career in London before transitioning to finance.

    ·44m
  37. 37

    In Conversation with Tracey-Lee Napier, CEO and Company Director of Holistic Lifestyle Services

    This episode features an interview with Tracey-Lee Napier, CEO of Holistic Lifestyle Services, discussing her background, the services her company provides for people with disabilities under the NDIS, and its operations in Australia.

    ·34m
  38. 38

    From Backpacking to Boardrooms: A CFO's Journey with Christina Temme

    This episode features an interview with Christina Temme, CFO at AC3, discussing her career journey from unconventional beginnings to her current role overseeing finance, legal, and compliance at an IT managed services company.

    ·31m
  39. 39

    In Conversation with Anthony Quinn, Founder at Arctic Intelligence & Co-Founder at AML Accelerate

    This episode features an interview with Anthony Quinn, founder of Arctic Intelligence and co-founder of AML Accelerate, discussing their regulatory technology firm that provides software to help organizations identify and manage financial crime risks like money laundering and terrorism financing.

    ·43m
  40. 40

    In conversation with Karen Young, Global Tax Director at Flight Centre

    This episode features an interview with Karen Young, Global Tax Director at Flight Centre, discussing her leadership journey and how her 27-year martial arts practice has influenced her professional development.

    ·46m
  41. 41

    Navigating the Modern CFO Role with David Hill

    This episode features an interview with David Hill, CFO of MOSH, discussing the fundamentals of business success, his current professional and family life, and his surprising background as an entertainer.

    ·28m
  42. 42

    Navigating Change: Luke Howes on Recruitment and Technology

    CFO Luke Howes discusses Six Degree Executive's 20-year history as a values-led recruitment firm focused on shaping futures for clients, candidates, and employees.

    ·27m
  43. 43

    In conversation with Kamy Brar, Director of Finance & Operations (CFO), The Entourage

    This episode features an interview with Kamy Brar, CFO of The Entourage, discussing how the company trains entrepreneurs in Australia to scale their businesses from six to eight figures through coaching on sales, marketing, product, finance, operations, and people management.

    ·42m
  44. 44

    In conversation with Judy Farcus Serra, CFO of Headquarter Automotive

    This episode features an interview with Judy Farcus Serra, CFO of Headquarter Automotive, discussing her career journey from office manager to CFO and the company's expansion in the auto industry.

    ·39m
  45. 45

    Navigating Finance Transformation: Insights from Scott Walkinshaw, CFO of New North Feed

    This episode features an interview with Scott Walkinshaw, CFO of New North Feed, discussing finance transformation, business challenges, and his unique early career experience meeting the Queen.

    ·29m
  46. 46

    In conversation with Scott Hutchinson, Chairman of Hutchinson Builders

    Scott Hutchinson, chairman of Hutchinson Builders, discusses his leadership journey in a 110-year-old family construction business.

    ·21m·1 clip
  47. 47

    In conversation with Jade McCarthy, Head of Global Acquisition and Growth at Global Payments

    Sumith Dissanayake interviews Jade McCarthy, Head of Acquisition and Growth at Global Payments, exploring her leadership journey and the intricacies of the payments industry, with insights into corporate operations and personal anecdotes.

    ·40m·3 clips
  48. 48

    In Conversation with Jing Lim, COO & CTO of Osteopore

    This episode features an interview with Jing Lim, COO & CTO of Osteopore, discussing the company's medical device manufacturing using 3D printing technology and his role.

    ·39m
  49. 49

    In Conversation with Tony Berry, Business Development Manager & Owner, Tidy Up

    This episode features an interview with Tony Berry, owner of Tidy Up, discussing his family's waste and recycling transport business that started in 1975 and operates as an alternative to skip bins.

    ·38m
  50. 50

    In conversation with Kate Farrar, CEO of Brighter Super

    Sumith Dissanayake hosts Kate Farrar, CEO of Brighter Super, to discuss her leadership journey and the formation of Bright Super through mergers of Energy Super, LGIA Super, and Suncorp Super, highlighting industry consolidation in Queensland.

    ·34m·3 clips
  51. 51

    In conversation with Paul McCartney, Chief Clean Futures Officer of Clean Energy Finance Corp

    Aug 3, 2022·36m
  52. 52

    In conversation with Jo Jessop, CEO of Multicap

    Jul 13, 2022·44m
  53. 53

    In conversation with John O’Brien, CEO of Poolwerx

    Jun 6, 2022·46m
  54. 54

    In conversation with Ross Thompson, CEO of PeopleIN

    May 19, 2022·49m
  55. 55

    In conversation with Shankar Kotha, Chief Commercial Officer of Arise Hotels & Apartments

    Mar 11, 2022·40m
  56. 56

    In conversation with Rob Balmer, CEO & Executive Coach at Executive Central

    Mar 10, 2022·1h 8m
  57. 57

    Taking Risks in Leadership with Allan Cooney, CEO of The North Australian Pastoral Company

    Feb 23, 2022·55m
  58. 58

    Passionate Leadership with Calvin McDonald of BrewDog

    Feb 17, 2022·1h
  59. 59

    In Conversation with Sonia Chadburn, Chief Executive Officer of NAK Hair

    Feb 10, 2022·54m
  60. 60

    In Conversation with Josam Watson, Chief Risk Officer of Tyme

    Jan 19, 2022·1h 17m
  61. 61

    In Conversation with Peter Wolff, Managing Director of Wolff Coffee Roasters

    Dec 17, 2021·1h 4m
  62. 62

    In Conversation with Dr Glen Richards, Investor and Director at The Richards Group

    Dec 8, 2021·1h 4m
  63. 63

    In Conversation with Ben Flintoff, COO of QTM Energy

    Dec 1, 2021·1h 8m
  64. 64

    In Conversation with Sharyn Williams, CFO of G8 Education

    Nov 24, 2021·42m
  65. 65

    In Conversation with Michael Hentscher, CFO of The Scooter Group

    Nov 3, 2021·50m
  66. 66

    In Conversation with Toni Hawkins, CFO of Armour Energy

    Oct 20, 2021·55m
  67. 67

    In Conversation with Thomas Mackie, Financial Controller of Imaging Solutions

    Oct 13, 2021·57m
  68. 68

    In Conversation with Finance Professional, Michelle Cooper

    Oct 6, 2021·52m
  69. 69

    In Conversation with Mark Tobin, CEO of Followmont

    Sep 29, 2021·44m
  70. 70

    In Conversation with John Livesey, Director of Finance at Wesley Mission Queensland

    Sep 15, 2021·47m
  71. 71

    In Conversation with David Delaporte, CFO of Drifta

    Sep 1, 2021·1h 11m
  72. 72

    In Conversation with Scott Richards, Partner at Beyond The Numbers

    Aug 26, 2021·1h 3m
  73. 73

    In Conversation With Andrew Evans, CFO of Redpath Australia

    Aug 18, 2021·1h 12m
  74. 74

    In Conversation With James Versace, CFO of Brisbane Racing Club

    Aug 11, 2021·1h 12m
  75. 75

    In Conversation With Caitlin Scantlebury, Head of Risk Culture and Assurance at LGIA Super

    Aug 4, 2021·59m
  76. 76

    In Conversation With Matt Hudson, Associate Director of SV Partners

    Jul 28, 2021·57m
  77. 77

    In Conversation With Guy Griffiths, CFO of PVH Brands Australia

    Jul 21, 2021·1h 16m
  78. 78

    In Conversation With Rhydian James, CFO of Discova

    Jul 14, 2021·58m
  79. 79

    In Conversation with Jeremy Stewart, Managing Director and CEO of Trade Tools

    May 26, 2021·58m
  80. 80

    In Conversation with Duncan McHugh, Head Of Finance at Nutrition Warehouse, and Co-Founder of One More Rep

    May 12, 2021·54m
  81. 81

    In Conversation With Kylie Sheather, Director Of Finance Business Partnering at Technology One

    Apr 28, 2021·1h 4m
  82. 82

    In Conversation With Tanya Cain, CFO of Youi

    Apr 22, 2021·1h 29m
  83. 83

    In Conversation with Keith Bailey, Director of Blueprint Business Solutions

    Apr 14, 2021·1h
  84. 84

    In Conversation with Pierre De Villiers, Partner at CFO On Call

    Apr 9, 2021·1h 10m
  85. 85

    In Conversation with Kerri Siggs, CFO of Carter and Spencer Group

    Apr 1, 2021·51m
  86. 86

    In Conversation with Brent Charlton, CEO and Director of Altitude Advisors

    Mar 24, 2021·56m
  87. 87

    In Conversation with Brad Sheahon, Head of Finance At Cromwell Group

    Mar 10, 2021·48m
  88. 88

    In Conversation With Ian Judson, Owner of JudsonKoman

    Mar 3, 2021·53m
  89. 89

    In Conversation With Stuart Dempster, Co-Founder of Changealytics.ai

    Feb 24, 2021·1h 9m
  90. 90

    In Conversation with Craig Kurkowski of Helimods

    Feb 16, 2021·55m
  91. 91

    In Conversation With Chris Mitchell, CFO of Canstar

    Feb 3, 2021·56m
  92. 92

    In Conversation With Rod Facey, CFO of REIQ

    Jan 19, 2021·1h 13m
  93. 93

    In Conversation with David Muir, MD and CEO of DS Energy

    Jan 8, 2021·56m
  94. 94

    In Conversation With Petra Corcoran, Director of Finance and Corporate Services at Emesent

    Dec 16, 2020·1h 12m
  95. 95

    In Conversation with Andrew Job, CEO of PlotLogic

    Dec 7, 2020·1h 15m
  96. 96

    In Conversation with Andrew Gray, Finance Director of QTectic

    Nov 30, 2020·1h 3m
  97. 97

    In Conversation with Thomas Sparks, CEO of Infinity 22

    Nov 18, 2020·36m
  98. 98

    In Conversation with Jag Olak, MD of Allevi8HQ

    Nov 11, 2020·49m
  99. 99

    In Conversation with Gary Oliver, A Veteran Of Finance

    Nov 3, 2020·1h 3m
  100. 100

    In Conversation With Chris Lowndes, CFO of HopgoodGanim Lawyers

    Oct 23, 2020·42m
  101. 101

    In Conversation with Richard Jacobitz, CFO of STG Global

    Oct 13, 2020·44m
  102. 102

    In Conversation With Damien Hicks, CFO of Entag Group

    Oct 1, 2020·41m
  103. 103

    In Conversation With Robert Easton, CFO of Oncore

    Sep 21, 2020·37m
  104. 104

    In Conversation with Scott Richardson, CFO at Burrana

    Sep 10, 2020·45m
  105. 105

    In Conversation with Brett McCallum, CEO of Virtech

    Aug 29, 2020·55m
  106. 106

    In Conversation With Andrew Ritter, Owner at Pleiades Corporate Services

    Aug 21, 2020·45m
  107. 107

    In Conversation with Stephen Lonergan, CFO of Village National

    Aug 14, 2020·34m
  108. 108

    In Conversation with Dr Andre van Zyl, Queensland Regional Director of The CFO Centre

    Aug 7, 2020·53m
  109. 109

    In Conversation With Jason Atkins, CEO of Cake Equity

    Jul 30, 2020·48m
  110. 110

    In Conversation With Adam Campbell, CFO of Flight Centre

    Jul 23, 2020·1h
  111. 111

    In Conversation with Zac Zahner, Managing Director Of Effective Governance

    Jul 16, 2020·56m
  112. 112

    In Conversation With Jason Titman, Managing Director of Integr8 Group

    Jul 9, 2020·58m
  113. 113

    In Conversation with Andrew Rodgers, Veteran of the C-Suite

    Mar 11, 2020·41m
  114. 114

    Today's Guest is Brendt Munro, Director of Altor Capital

    Feb 23, 2020·58m
  115. 115

    Today's Guest is Ollie Visser, CFO of Videopro Group

    Feb 5, 2020·47m
  116. 116

    Today's Guest is Nicky Lonergan, CEO of Archers

    Jan 21, 2020·48m
  117. 117

    Today's Guest Is Paul McCartney, Chief Clean Futures Officer at Clean Energy Finance Corporation

    Jan 14, 2020·42m
  118. 118

    Today's Guest is Peter Jamieson, CEO of Cox Industries

    Dec 8, 2019·57m
  119. 119

    Today's Guest is Alan Sparks, CEO of Cellnet

    Nov 24, 2019·1h 7m
  120. 120

    Today's Guest is John Knight, MD of Business Depot

    Nov 12, 2019·51m
  121. 121

    Today's Guest is Ben Mannion, CEO of Queensland Touch Football

    Oct 30, 2019·1h
  122. 122

    Today's Guest is Gordon Seeto, COO of Verterra Ecological Engineering

    Oct 23, 2019·1h 11m
  123. 123

    Today's Guest is Phil Diver, CEO of the Construction Training Centre

    Oct 14, 2019·1h 2m
  124. 124

    Today's Guest is Elena Gosse, CEO of AIS Water

    Oct 9, 2019·1h 12m
  125. 125

    Today's Guest is Bob Malcolm, CEO of Maleny Credit Union

    Oct 3, 2019·1h 7m
  126. 126

    Today's Guest is Michael Renton, CEO of Xact Accounting

    Sep 22, 2019·40m
  127. 127

    Today's Guest is Brian Torpy, CEO of Eastern Suburbs Tigers

    Sep 12, 2019·50m
  128. 128

    Today’s Guest is Phil Cummins, CEO of the North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCO)

    Sep 4, 2019·1h 13m