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Espresso Exchanges Episode 70: Jeremy Crawford

I sat down with Jeremy Crawford, CEO of the Geelong Chamber of Commerce, to talk about leadership, regional growth, and what it really takes to build a thriving business ecosystem. With a career spanning hospitality, sport, talent, and economic development, Jeremy brings both an insider’s understanding and an outsider’s lens to Geelong’s future.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 62: Reyan Fernando

I sat down with Reyan Fernando, an EOS Implementer, facilitator, coach, board member and podcast host @ Beyond Growth Podcast whose journey spans IT leadership, entrepreneurship and a deep commitment to helping people grow. We spoke about structure, burnout, reinvention and the power of real conversations.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 60: Aditya Rajagopalan

I sat down with Aditya Rajagopalan, a seasoned tech and business leader who’s lived and worked across three continents from suburban Chennai to the United States and now Australia. With over 15 years of leadership experience at Amazon and Salesforce, Aditya has built a career rooted in respect, kindness, and impact, values shaped by his global journey and passion for helping others grow.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 56: Josh Farr

I met Josh Farr, founder of Campus Consultancy, speaker, and best-selling author of Lessons from 100,000 Student Leaders. With over a decade of experience empowering student leaders across the world, Josh has transformed thousands of conversations into one powerful book, a guide to learning, leading, and growing in just 101 pages.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 45: Benson Miller

I had the opportunity to sit down with Benson Miller, Human Resources Coordinator at AKD and a recent graduate from Deakin University. We spoke about his early career journey, the lessons he’s picked up along the way, and what he wishes he knew before stepping into the professional world.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 40: Clark Rodger

I had the opportunity to sit down with Clark Rodger, the General Manager of Human Resources at AKD. We delved into his career progression, the evolving challenges in human resources, and the role of community involvement in professional development.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 35: Lucy Saaroni

I had the opportunity to sit down with Lucy Saaroni, Executive General Manager of Strategy, Mission & Innovation at Vinnies Victoria. Lucy shared her profound insights on leadership through crises, strategic decision-making, and the essence of community-centric leadership.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 21: Farhana Muna

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Farhana Muna, an esteemed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion leader, navigating the complex dynamics of today's corporate world. Farhana shared her profound insights on the challenges and transformative strategies within the realm of DEI.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 13: Aaron Vyas

This week, I had the enlightening opportunity to engage with Aaron Vyas, a rising leader at Reece Group, who shared profound insights into his leadership journey and the invaluable lessons he’s learned along the way.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 12: Josh Farr

This week, I had the profound privilege of conversing with Josh Farr, a visionary leadership consultant dedicated to transforming university campuses and enhancing student engagement through the power of leadership. Josh shared valuable insights into his approach to leadership training and its impact on students' lives and career prospects.
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