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Espresso Exchanges Episode 86: Jennifer Arokia Doss

I caught up with Jennifer Arokia Doss, Intelligent Automation Engineer at Roboyo, whose journey has taken her from studying cloud computing at university to working across AI, automation, and energy. We spoke about adapting to emerging technology, navigating uncertainty, and learning in fast-moving industries.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 69: Ereena Bagga

I sat down with Ereena Bagga, a software engineer at SEEK whose journey into tech began long before fancy IDEs or slick demos, back when code was handwritten and curiosity led the way. From early STEM exposure to working in fast-evolving tech environments, Ereena’s story highlights how intention, communication, and responsibility shape great engineers.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 63: Ashley Heslop

I caught up with Ashley Heslop, a digital and product leader at Barwon Water, whose career spans UX, e-commerce, digital marketing, technology and community leadership. From shaping Barwon Water’s shift toward product-centric digital delivery to serving on the Geelong Chamber board and supporting young professionals, Ashley brings a rare blend of creativity, strategy and people-focused leadership. Over coffee, we explored how those threads come together in today’s digital world.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 59: Luke Chaffey

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Espresso Exchanges Episode 53: Sohil Nagpal

I sat down with Sohil Nagpal, a recent Software Engineering (Honours) graduate from Deakin University, whose path spans IoT, AI, robotics, and real-world industry projects. From working in research labs to writing backend code for cloud deployments, Sohil’s story is about curiosity, courage, and the kind of independence that only comes from stepping far outside your comfort zone.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 49: Aryan Sharma

I caught up with Aryan Sharma, a third-year software engineering student at Deakin University and a true multi-hyphenate, tech enthusiast, DevOps practitioner, CGI artist, and video editor. Whether he’s leading frontend teams at Gopher Industries or creating content for clients across platforms, Aryan is someone who bridges creativity and logic with clarity and drive. Our conversation touched on inspiration, identity, and the small shifts that make a big difference.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 34: Umang Udeshi

Last week, I met Umang Udeshi, a dedicated cybersecurity enthusiast currently pursuing his Master's at RMIT University. Umang delved into his motivations for specializing in cybersecurity, the dynamic challenges of the field, and his ambitious career aspirations.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 32 (India Edition 🇮🇳): Deepkaran Singh

On my recent trip to India for holidays, I had the pleasure of chatting with Deepkaran Singh, a passionate game developer and data analyst, and one of my closest friend. Deepkaran shared insights into how his dual interests propel his career, the trends shaping his field, and his strategies for continual learning and growth.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 28: James Schlunke

Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking with James Schlunke, Graduate Program Manager at Capgemini. James shared his insights on managing a top-rated graduate program, the challenges he faces, and the strategies that have led to high levels of graduate satisfaction and success.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 25: Purvang Dave

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Purvang Dave, a dynamic individual who has seamlessly integrated technology and business acumen throughout his career. With experiences ranging from blockchain innovation to leading global volunteer programs, Purvang shared his insights on the future of technology, leadership, and the balance between technical and business expertise.
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