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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 74: Prachi Tyagi

I caught up with Prachi Tyagi, brand and digital strategist and strong advocate for building your personal brand early. We spoke about visibility, vulnerability, and staying relevant in a fast-moving digital world.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 64: Sam Silva

I sat down with Sam Silva, the founder of My Vivid Melbourne and DuSol Australia, two brands built through creativity, consistency, and a deep understanding of what makes audiences connect. His shift from corporate roles to entrepreneurship wasn’t planned; it unfolded through a series of moments that revealed where he truly thrived.
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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 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 42: Jayneel Jasapara

I recently had an enlightening conversation with Jayneel Jasapara, a sports tech enthusiast and business analytics professional studying Masters in Business Analytics from Deakin University, who shared insights into his unique career path from cricket player to tech innovator in the sports industry. Here’s a deeper look into our discussion:
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 38: Sobin Paul Singh Dhanjal

I had the opportunity to connect with Sobin Paul Singh Dhanjal, an emerging leader in health economics, passionate about creating accessible healthcare systems. Sobin shared insights from his journey, the impact of his diverse roles, and his thoughts on the future intersection of technology and health economics.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 29: Faiza Nouman

I had the enriching opportunity to chat with Faiza Nouman, a seasoned banking professional and entrepreneur. Faiza discussed her enduring passion for the banking industry, offered advice for young professionals, and shared her vision for future innovations and personal goals.
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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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Espresso Exchanges Episode 23: Liam Brown

This week, I had the enlightening opportunity to chat with Liam Brown, an Early Careers Talent Advisor at Grant Thornton Australia, who has a keen eye on the evolving landscape of accounting and advisory industry. He shared valuable insights on navigating early career challenges, industry trends, and offered sage advice for students.
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