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Andrew Butt Discusses Enable's Global Growth and Rebate Management

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this engaging episode of Fintech Fun, host Chris Titley sits down with Andrew Butt, co-founder and CEO of Enable, a leading B2B Saa...

Open-Source Software: Balancing Innovation and Security with Ilkka Turunen, CTO of Sonatype

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode SummaryIlkka Turunen is the CTO at Sonatype, a company that helps millions of software developers use open-source software while minimising se...

From Zero to One: Why Founders Make Exceptional Early Stage Investors with Matthew Browne

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:Join Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter for an engaging session as they delve into the world of early-stage investing with Matthew Browne f...

Building Cybersecurity Culture: Marketing, Awareness, and Diversity with Daisy Wong

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryDaisy Wong is the Head of Security Awareness at Medibank, as well as a disability advocate. Originally from a marketing background, Daisy gaine...

S2 | E13 — Rhys Darby and Rosie Carnahan-Darby on championing Kiwi humour around the world, Tall Poppy syndrome, losing creative jobs to AI, and "going direct" with your fans to survive social media.

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Listen/subscribe on * Apple podcasts* Spotify He’s been Murray Hewitt, Psycho Sam, Norman from Yes Man, Guy Mann, Hypno-Potamus, a stand-up comedi...

S2 | E12 — Zak Holdsworth (Founder & CEO at Hint Health) on minimising waste in US healthcare payments, considering private equity vs. VC as a founder, Stanford GSB as a gateway to Silicon

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Listen/Subscribe on:* Apple Podcasts* SpotifyHint Health co-founder and CEO Zak Holdsworth retains a strong Kiwi accent - after all, he grew up on a f...

Navigating Venture Capital: Aligning Incentives and Realistic Outcomes with Georgie Turner

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this engaging episode, the hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter are joined by Georgie Turner, a partner at Tidal, to delve into the ...

Square Peg's global shift, Linktree's 2023 leak & SA rocket launches

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, host Will Richards and guest host Cheryl Mack from Aussie Angels and The First Cheque podcast brea...

S2 | E11 — Clint Van Marrewijk (Zelandez, SaferMe) ‘drills down’ on mining South American lithium to drive us into the future and how his safety software company pivoted to enjoy massive growth.

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Listen/subscribe on:* Apple Podcasts* SpotifyClint Van Marrewijk (pronounced Marra-vick) is director and co-founder of Zelandez, a leading lithium bri...

Building a Profitable AI-Driven Design Platform Without VC Funding

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this engaging episode of the Unfunded podcast, host Joan Westenberg chats with Dan Anisse, co-founder of Relume, an AI-powered web ...

From Physics to Cybersecurity: Antonio Deliseo’s Journey from Goldmines to Telstra

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryAntonio Deliseo has been in the information security industry for decades. Currently working at Telstra, Antonio has enjoyed a long and wi...

Turo partners with Uber, AirTrunk's $23B sale & agtech spotlight

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, host Will Richards and standing in for Gemma Clancy this week, Cheryl Mack, dive into Uber's new p...

S2 | E10 - Dr. Zachary Tan (Optain Health, Aegis Ventures) on navigating the U.S. healthcare system as a founder investor, venture studios, and why the eye is the key to preventative medicine.

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Listen/subscribe on:* Apple Podcasts* SpotifyWhen Zachary Tan - actually, Doctor Zachary Tan - became president of Optain Health, the role combined th...

Caroline Bowler Discusses BTC Markets and Crypto Trends

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode, Chris Titley is joined by Caroline Bowler, the CEO of BTC Markets, to discuss the evolution and current status of Aus...

$66M fund, AustralianSuper's loss & CAST's debut

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, hosts Gemma Clancy and Will Richards explore three exciting new funds and initiatives in the Austr...

S2 | E9 — Cameron Priest (Tradegecko, AMP, Neu Ventures) on scaling global SaaS businesses, the journey to a $100M acquisition by Intuit, what's next for AI + vertical SaaS

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cameron Priest is the co-founder and former CEO of TradeGecko, an inventory and order management platform for e-commerce businesses that was acquired ...

Cole Cornford Discusses Bootstrapping and Balancing Business with Family Life

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of the Unfunded podcast, host Joan Westenberg welcomes Cole Cornford, the founder of Galah Cyber. The discussion dives...

Security Done Right: Ben Gittins on the Case for Generalists and Long-Term Solutions

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryBen Gittins is the Principal Security Engineer at Bugcrowd, one of the world's best bug bounty platforms. Ben has previousl...

From Scalpel to Syndicate: Paul Kelly's Guide to Navigating Biotech Investing

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of First Cheque, hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter sit down with biotech investment expert Paul Kelly. The conversat...

Uber shuts down Car Next Door, Sitemate acquires Nomad Fleet

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of The Startup Retro, Gemma and Will explore Uber's decision to shut down Car Next Door, its Australian carshare division, afte...

S2 | E8 — Ryan Everton (Founder and CEO at TURN) on solving single use plastics at the world's largest events + fast food chains; raising from Ashton Kutcher & Live Nation; building with purpose.

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Everton is the founder and CEO at TURN, a San Francisco headquartered company pioneering reusable cup solutions for major events and fast-food ch...

Anton Phillips-Chantelois Discusses Delay Pay's Impact on Farming Finance

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of the Fintech Fun podcast series, host Chris Titley engages in an enlightening discussion with Anton Phillips-Chantel...

Unlocking Tax Benefits for Angel Investors: A Deep Dive into ESIC, ESVCLP, and Investment Strategies with Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode, Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter dive into the intricate details of tax incentives and structures for angel investors in...

Breakthrough Vic saga, FMiA update & Slice's US expansion

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, hosts Will and Gemma discuss the latest developments in the Breakthrough Victoria saga, includ...

S2 | E7 — Min-Kyu Jung (Co-founder & CEO at Ivo) on creating AI-powered legal assistants; the journey from NZ corporate law to leading a hot Silicon Valley startup & why others should move there too.

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Min-Kyu Jung is the CEO and co-founder at Ivo, an AI contract law assistant for legal teams, which has raised $6.2 million in funding total from inves...

Resilience & Reinvention: Jess Ruhfus on Bootstrapping, Fundraising, and Navigating Modern Marketing

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of the Unfunded podcast, tech writer Joan Westenberg sits down with Jess Ruhfus, the brilliant mind behind Collabosaur...

AI-Driven AppSec: Shan Kulkarni on Nullify, Hiring Challenges, and the Future of Cybersecurity in Australia

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryShan Kulkarni is the co-founder and CEO of Nullify, a product designed to augment AppSec teams with AI agents capable of carrying out multiple ...

OneVentures' 7th fund, accelerator cohorts & Google monopoly ruling

11 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, Gemma and Will explore the latest happenings in the Australian startup ecosystem. They discuss...

S2 | E6 — Rachel Carrell (Co-founder & CEO at Koru Kids) on building Europe's largest childcare platform, the joy of working on hard problems, having a baby during her Series A fundraise!

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Carrell is the founder & CEO of KoruKids, Europe’s largest childcare platform— training, matching, and providing ongoing support to over 10...

Vakul Talwar Discusses Crypto.com's Growth and Innovations in Australia

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Fintechfun, host Chris Titley speaks with Vakul Talwar, General Manager of Australia and Head of Product for Trading at Crypto.com....

Q&A: Practical Advice on Secondaries, Valuations, and Building Strong Investor Relations

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of the First Cheque podcast, Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter delve into the intricacies of early-stage investing, focusi...

Canva's AI buy, SAVCF report & BFF grant axed

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, hosts, Will & Gemma delve into Canva's acquisition of Leonardo AI and feature an inter...

S2 | E5 — Campbell Brown (Co-founder & CEO at PredictHQ) on helping the world's biggest brands predict demand; launching, scaling, and raising in the U.S.

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Campbell Brown is Founder & CEO at PredictHQ, based in San Francisco. PredictHQ help customers understand the catalysts behind any form of consumer de...

Coinbase hire, Canva rival, raises: Fundable, Preve, Cuttable

28 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro the discussion begins with Coinbase recruiting a former Treasury director and ASIC economist, a...

S2 | E4 — Privahini Bradoo (Co-founder of Plank, BlueOak) on turning Kiwi ingenuity into deep tech success, engineering with AI, and identifying “force of nature” talent in NZ.

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Privahini Bradoo is the co-founder and CEO at Plank — helping companies build and scale AI-enabled engineering teams + training the next generation...

Exploring Growth Stage Investing with Ex-Investment Banker with Christina FaTurned VC

21 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode, host Maxine Minter and co-host Cheryl Mack dive into the world of growth stage investing with guest Christina Fa from...

Blackbird Targets, EVP Funds, ExoFlare, HammerTech

21 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this episode of The Startup Retro, the hosts delve into the significant headlines from the past week. The discussion begins with Blackbird V...

S2 | E3 — Paul Copplestone (Co-founder & CEO at Supabase) on why open source is an unfair advantage; raising $116M to build the tech stack for AI startups/indie developers; living in Southeast Asia.

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Copplestone is the co-founder and CEO at Supabase, the “open source Firebase alternative for building web and mobile apps.” If you were wonde...

Optimising Crop Quality: Steve Scheding on Green Atlas, Automation, and Bootstrapping Success

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of the Unfunded podcast, host Joan Westenberg delves into the remarkable journey of Steve Scheding and Green Atlas. St...

Fintech founder discusses launching Instantia and managing FX market risks

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of Fintechfun, host Chris Titley chats with Danny Pezeshki about the origins of Instantia, the challenges in the forei...

Q2 Deals Surge, AngelClass Launch, Climate Tech, Her Tech Circle

14 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

HeadlinesCut Through Venture report: Teasing an interview with Chris later in the episode. The report reveals 99 deals in Q2 with $1.5B invested.Angel...

S2 | E2 — Victoria Ransom (Co-founder of Prisma, Wildfire) on her journey to a $450M acquisition by Google, reinventing school at Prisma & what's next for education.

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Victoria Ransom is the Founder of Prisma — a cohort-based online school: “preparing 4-12th graders for a rapidly changing future, with an accredi...

Cryptography & Startups: Insights from CipherStash's Dan Draper

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryDan Draper is CEO and Founder of CipherStash, a data-storage platform that helps customers keep data secure. As well as being fascinated by Cry...

Fintech vs. banks, AI jobs surge & top startup raises

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

HeadlinesClash between fintech industry and big banks over open banking.New report predicts the rise of AI jobs in Australia.Details of "Future Ma...

Bronwen Clune on Risk Appetite and the Future of Australian Startups

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode, Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter engage in an enlightening conversation with Bronwen Clune, discussing her journey from ...

Bootstrapped founder overcomes challenges to grow successful retail SaaS company with Aaron Cowper

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of the Unfunded podcast, Joan Westenberg interviews Aaron Cowper, the founder of ShopGrok. Aaron shares his journey of...

S2 | E1 — Hamish McKenzie (Co-founder and Chief Writing Officer at Substack), on the Future of Media, Navigating the Culture Wars, and Empowering Creators.

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hamish McKenzie is the co-founder and Chief Writing Officer at Substack.Substack is building a “new economic engine for culture” — enabling wri...

Anson Parker discusses the innovative journey of Up's products

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of Fintechfun, Chris Titley chats with Anson Parker, the Chief Product Officer at Up, about his journey in the fintech...

$100M for infinite recycling, Telstra exits VC & Canva's ESOP clauses

30 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The RetroLatest news and $100 million deal in Australian startupsInterview: Kim Hansen on ESOP clawback clausesMajor headlines: Future Made in Austral...

Portfolio Allocation: Diversification vs. Concentration Strategies Unpacked

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode, Maxine Minter and Cheryl Mack delve deep into the essential considerations of portfolio allocation, focusing on diver...

Sheree Rubinstein on Bootstrapping, Pivoting, and Building One Roof

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of Unfunded, host Joan Westenberg delves into a conversation with Sheree Rubinstein, the founder of One Roof. Sheree s...

Unlocking Startup Success: Lucy Lloyd founder of Mentorloop on Bootstrapping & VC Funding Challenges

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode, Joan Westenberg interviews Lucy Lloyd, co-founder of Mentorloop, to delve into Lucy's entrepreneurial journey of ...

Behind Elttam: Matt Jones Discusses Infosec Innovations and Australia's Cybersecurity Landscape

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this episode, Cole Cornford chats with Matt Jones, co-founder of Elttam, an independent security boutique that provides security assessment ...

Hutly: Solving Real Estate Challenges with Smart Contracts with Jeremy Hastings

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of Fintechfun, host Chris Titley delves into Jeremy Hasting's journey from the food industry to the founding of Hutly,...

Introducing your insider's view on Australian startups and venture capital

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Overnight Success newsletter has hit the airwaves with the introduction of The Startup Retro. Hosted by Will Richards and Gemma Clancy. The Startu...

The Value of Being the First Investor: Insights from Ash Fontana

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of First Cheque hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter sit down with the distinguished investor Ash Fontana to explore th...

Co-Operty Co-Founder Lynda Coker Discusses Co-Ownership and Housing Affordability

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this engaging episode of Fintechfun, Chris Titley welcomes Lynda Coker, the innovative co-founder of Co-Operty, to discuss the evol...

Unfunded is for the underdogs and bootstrappers

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Unfunded, a show dedicated to telling the stories of founders who build impactful and independent businesses without relying on venture cap...

Marvin Liao Shares Insights on Investing and Developing an Edge in Startup Ecosystems

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of the First Cheque podcast, our co-hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter welcome venture capital trailblazer Marvin Lia...

Bruce Large discusses the importance of threat modelling in operational technology security

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this episode of Secured, host Cole Cornford interviews Bruce Large, a security architect and evangelist at Secolve, the OT security speciali...

Daniel Kniaz, Founder of Weel, Discusses the Journey and Future of the Fintech Startup

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of Fintech Fun, host Chris Titley invites Daniel Kniaz to take us through the genesis and evolution of his c...

The Debate Over Follow-On Investments in Early Stage Investing

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this thought-provoking episode of First Cheque experienced investors Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter delve into the meticulous world ...

Australia's Cybersecurity Evolution: A Veteran's Perspective with Paul McCarty

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryPaul McCarty is CEO and founder of SecureStack, a DevSecOps visibility & automation company, and GitLab's Red Team leader. Paul's been invo...

Volt: Connecting Real-Time Payments Around the World in One Integration with Jordan Lawrence

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this episode of the Fintechfun podcast series, Chris Titley hosts Jordan Lawrence, co-founder of Volt, to discuss the revolutionary...

The Art of Getting to Conviction: Strategies for Successful Investing

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In the latest instalment of our podcast series, Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter delve into the intricate world of early-stage investing,...

Are You Speaking the Same Cybersecurity Language as Your CEO with Jay Hira?

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jay Hira is a cybersecurity director with 18 years of experience working in a variety of roles both in Australia and internationally. Today he is Dire...

Startmate CEO Michael Batko discusses Community-Building & Portfolio Construction in Early-Stage Investing

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this insight-packed episode, Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter sit down with Michael Batko, the driving force behind Startmate, to expl...

Leading Change in Cybersecurity: Tara Whitehead’s Approach to Security Engagement

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tara Whitehead is Security Engagement Manager at MYOB. Prior to becoming a cybersecurity specialist, Tara had an eclectic career, including working in...

Understanding Fund of Funds: A Primer on Investing in Venture Capital

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this insightful conversation, co-hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter unpack the often misunderstood world of 'fund of funds'—inve...

Cracking Cybersecurity Myths: A Candid Chat with Daniel Grzelak

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode summaryDaniel Grzelak is currently the Chief Innovation Officer at Plerion, and has had a storied career at a variety of technology firms arou...

Pat Dalton - IGoDirect Group

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stereo Mix podcast series is re-initiated in 2024 with Chris Titley hosting Pat Dalton, COO and founder of iGoDirect Group. iGoDirect Group specialize...

Elicia McDonald discusses resilience and founder empathy in venture investing.

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this insightful episode of First Cheque, hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter have a raw conversation with Elicia McDonald, a ventur...

Trang Nguyen on Investing in Ambitious Founders and Building Lasting Venture Franchises

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In the latest compelling episode, we delve into the investment philosophy and keen insights of Trang Nguyen, a trailblazing figure in ...

Breaking the Code: Jacqui Loustau on Diversifying Australia's Cybersecurity

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After working as a cybersecurity consultant in Europe for over a decade, Jacqui Loustau was struck by how cybersecurity professionals in Australia wer...

Craig Blair Shares Insights on Investing and Building a VC Fund

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary:In this enlightening episode of the podcast, co-hosts Cheryl Mack and Maxine Minter engage with venture capital veteran Craig Blair to...

From Australia Post to Cynch Security: Susie Jones's Journey to Safeguard Small Businesses

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While working as Head of Cyber Security Business Services at Australia Post, Susie Jones worked on a product that was designed to support small busine...

Sam Wong discusses building an Ecosystem, Leverage & Investing in New Zealand.

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:In this insightful episode of the podcast, listeners are introduced to the world of venture capital through the lens of Sam Wong, a seasone...

Powering Resilience: Nathan Morelli on Securing South Australia's Electricity Grid

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Cole Cornford chats with Nathan Morelli, Head of Cyber Security and IT Resilience at SA Power Networks, which is the sole electricity ...

Angel Investing: On-Ramps, Communities, and Maximizing Learning

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn this episode, Maxine Minter and Cheryl Mack discuss their journeys into angel investing and share valuable insights for aspiring investors. ...

Building a Cybersecurity Team with a Difference with Mat Franklin

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Cole Cornford chats with Mat Franklin, founder and managing director of the consulting firm MF & Associates. Founded in 2019, Mat...

Navigating Pre-Seed Investing: A Conversation with Anabel Lippincott Paksoy

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryAnabel Lippincott Paksoy, partner at 43, discusses the importance of building communities and their role in early-stage investing.She shares he...

Tis the season to be reflective - 2023 in review on First Cheque

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryCheryl Mack and Maxine Minter reflect on the year 2023 and discuss the challenges and trends in the startup ecosystem. They talk about the toug...

Systems Thinking in Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Michael Collins

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The cybersecurity industry is made up of people from all sorts of different backgrounds, and Michael Collins is a perfect example. After spending 8 ye...

Elaine Stead discusses bravery, diversity, and changing the investing ecosystem

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Elaine Stead joins the podcast to discuss bravery and courage in the investing world, particularly as a woman in the Australian ecosystem. She...

Exploring AI's Impact on App Security with Seth Law

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Seth Law is Founder and Principal Consultant of Redpoint Security, an AppSec consulting firm that focuses on code security, as well as co-host of the ...

The Art of Building a Network: How Rayn Ong Became the All-Seeing Eye of the Australian Startup Ecosystem

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryRayn Ong, an angel investor and founder of Archangel, shares his insights on early-stage investing in this episode of First Cheque. Rayn discus...

Bridging the Divide: How Communication Can Unite Developers and AppSec with Jeanette Gill

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jeanette Gill is Principal Customer Success Manager at Secure Code Warrior. Jeanette comes from a non-technical background, having worked in the aviat...

Building a Network-Powered Family Office for Impactful Investing with Judy Anderson-Firth Group CEO of Euphemia

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryJudy Anderson-Firth, the Group CEO of Euphemia, shares insights into their investment strategy, including their focus on supporting diverse fou...

Chris Chardon - November 2023

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode - I chat with Chris Chardon about many topics - mainly CDR, Mortgage Broking as well as his next startup! Lot's of learnings as w...

Tom Ferrier - Greener November 2023

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we chat with Greener around how they want to assist 2.5m businesses not only save money but also help the planet. Greener for b...

The Evolution of Cyber Defence: Edward Farrell's Journey from IT Ops to InfoSec

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Edward Farrell is Director & Principal Consultant for the Australian company Mercury Information Security Services. Edward has nearly two decades ...

Dan Gavel on Building a Diversified Investment Strategy in Venture Capital

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryDan Gavel, founder of Black Sheep Capital Fund and the Flock Syndicate, shares his unique approach to investing and discusses the importance of...

Tables Turned: Cole Cornford on the Hot Seat with Abhijeth Dugginapeddi

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of Secured, Abhijeth Dugginapeddi takes the reins as guest host and Cole Cornford answer the questions for once. Cole discusse...

Investor Jessy Wu discusses the importance of bravery and building a personal brand in the VC industry

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryJessy Wu discusses the importance of having the confidence to speak up and share your opinions. She shares that her confidence comes from being...

Podcasting and Cybersecurity: Karissa Breen's Insights and Advice

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Karissa Breen is the founder of KBI, a marketing and communications agency that works with cybersecurity and deep tech companies. After working in tec...

Your Warm Intro to First Cheque with Cheryl Mack & Maxine Minter

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryMaxine and Cheryl kick off the First Cheque podcast, a show dedicated to helping early-stage investors become better at their craft. They aim t...

Whisky to Firewalls: Jason Murrell's Unconventional Path to Cybersecurity

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Murrell is a cybersecurity advocate and consultant with more than two decades of experience in business and entrepreneurship. In this episode Ja...

How Sam Fariborz Navigated the Aussie Cybersecurity Landscape

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When Sam Fariborz moved to Australia from Iran, she had been working as an IT manager. While she had plenty of experience and strong technical skills,...

From Mary Poppins of Security to Startup Founder: Laura Bell-Main's Journey

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a consultant, Laura Bell-Main earned a reputation for being “the Mary Poppins of security”, swooping in to fix problems with her big bag of tri...

An Agnostic Approach to AppSec: Ken Johnson on Navigating the Future with AI

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ken Johnson is co-founder of Dryrun Security and co-host of the Apsolute AppSec podcast. Ken has many years experience working in AppSec in a variety ...