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Espresso Exchanges Episode 83: Lachlan Jewell

I caught up with Lachlan Jewell, Mechanical Engineer at Hanlon Industries, whose work sits at the intersection of systems, compliance, continuous improvement, and leadership. We spoke about soft skills in engineering, leadership growth, and the importance of consistency early in your career.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 71: Quentin Seik

I caught up with Quentin Seik, Partner and Health + Science Sector Lead at Gray Puksand, to talk about architecture beyond form, where empathy, collaboration, and long-term thinking shape spaces that genuinely serve people. With two decades of experience, Quentin’s work sits at the intersection of design, humanity, and impact.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 55: Mohamed Nihal

I sat down with Mohamed Nihal🌟, a civil engineer turned construction management graduate, and the host of Career Chronicles. His journey spans from engineering classrooms in India to industry exposure and advanced studies in Australia, all while carving out a voice in the professional community.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 54: Leshane Kandegedara

I sat down with Leshane Kandegedara, a Sri Lankan-born student leader and future property valuer, whose path from Colombo to Melbourne reflects both resilience and vision. Balancing dual degrees in Property & Real Estate and Commerce, Leshane’s journey is about seeing the bigger picture, not just in numbers and valuations, but in communities, housing, and the lives shaped by urban planning.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 44: Jaskirat Singh Marwah

I had the opportunity to connect with Jaskirat Singh Marwah, a Mechanical Process Engineer at AKD whose journey through AKD’s Graduate Program to leading optimisation projects shows what can happen when curiosity meets commitment. Paired with his passion for sneakers and fitness, Jaskirat blends technical precision with personal purpose.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 43: Craig Karrani

I had the insightful opportunity to chat with Craig Karrani, the Continuous Improvement Manager at AKD. Here’s what we discussed about his experiences and insights into continuous improvement and leadership:
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 41: Simeon Oborn

I had the enriching opportunity to sit down with Simeon Oborn, the Supply Chain Manager at AKD. Simeon shared his unique journey from aviation to supply chain management, offering insights into the shifts and the valuable lessons learned along the way.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 39: Vishrut Goswami

I had the pleasure of speaking with Ar. Vishrut Goswami, a Deakin University Vice-Chancellor's Academic Excellence Scholar and an active community volunteer. Vishrut shared his aspirations in construction management, the impact of his scholarship, and his insights on volunteering.
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