Business Mastery
Episodes
Ep 15. Ben Kepes (Cactus Outdoor) On Building a Global Brand, Staying Humble, and Thinking Big.
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Kepes is a do-er, with thirst for learning and a deep passion for business.As managing director of Cactus Outdoor, Ben’s lead a Christchurch-bor...
14. Hannah Hardy-Jones (Contented) on Human-Centred Tech, Scaling a Homegrown Startup, and Fractional Hiring
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hannah Hardy-Jones co-founded Contented with a simple but powerful idea: use AI to amplify human connection, not replace it. Today, Contented’s tech...
13. Michelle Shirtcliffe on Courageous Conversations, Hiring Smart, and Building a Business With Your Spouse
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode, Marcus sits down with Michelle Shirtcliffe—co-founder and CEO of Publica - a creative digital development agency. Michelle began ...
12. Tim Dunn (Bushbuck) on Design Thinking, Disruption and Surrounding Yourself with Good People
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Dunn, is the founder of BushBuck, an outdoor gear brand with a penchant for disruption. In this episode of the Business Mastery podcast, Tim share...
11. Brad Lake (The Brothers Green) on Launching in a Tough Industry, Diversifying Agriculture in NZ, and the Importance of Mastering Your Messaging.
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 11 of The Business Mastery Podcast, Marcus is joined by Brad Lake from The Brothers’ Green.Brad left a career in agricultural banking to ...
10. Dion van Kekem (Niveau Pools) on Working with Family, Passion for Your Craft, and Getting Engaging Experts
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Dion van Kekem of Niveau Pools. After working alongside his father for many years, Dion took the reins of the busin...
9. Israel Cooper (Home) on Housing Solutions For New Zealand, Efficient Design and Leading With Purpose
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off our first episode of 2025, Marcus sits down with Israel Cooper of Home. A dreamer and a doer, Israel is tackling some of the biggest housi...
8. Paul Lloyd (Apollo Projects) on Culture, Building Communities and Moments That Define You.
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Lloyd is the founder and director of Apollo Projects; a company that has carved out a unique position in the construction industry through innova...
7. Greg Burrell (Instream Consulting) on Meaningful Work, Time Tracking Strategies and Mindset Shifts.
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Greg Burrell is the founder of Instream Consulting - a company dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the environment. Since its launch in 201...
6. Geordie Shaw (Shaw & Shaw Architects) on Good Design, Knowing Your Numbers and Tunnel Vision.
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Geordie is an architect on a one-track mission to make architecture more accessible. He co-founded 'Shaw & Shaw Architects' with his wife ...
5. Jo Scott (Great Scott PR) on Passion, Doing Great Work and Employee Experience.
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 5 of The Business Mastery Podcast, Marcus catches up with Jo Scott, co-founder of Great Scott and one of Christchurch’s most experienced ...
4. Gustav Bessinger (Business Mastery) on How to Grow Your Profits (Even in a Recession).
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of The Business Mastery Podcast, we welcome Gustav Bessinger, Business Mastery’s finance coach. You'll be able to tell from his...
3. Jimmy Sinclair (The People Outfit) on High Performing Teams, Creating Connection, You-Plan's and Skillfully Being Yourself.
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 3 of The Business Mastery Podcast, I sit down with world-class rugby coach and director of 'The People Outfit', Jimmy Sinclair. A true 'sa...
2. Sam Ellis (Grizzly Baked Goods) on Hiring, Product Quality, The Power of Brand, and Growing to 50+ Staff.
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From humble beginnings at a market stall, Sam and his wife Sara have built Grizzly Baked Goods into a beloved Christchurch institution. Now employing ...
1. Dan Moore (Sharp Glass) on Planning, 4-day weeks, Group Interviews, Growth Mindset and Knowing Your Numbers.
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 1 of The Business Mastery Podcast, I sit down with Dan Moore, who took over Sharp Glass from his father, Mike, and business partner, Martin...