Brave Always

Self-made multi-millionaire and one time Australia's highest-paid female CEO, Maxine Horne’s story is truly one of grit, determination and passion. The iconic story of Fone Zone and VITA group proves what can happen when you truly believe in yourself and never give up. She’s also now one of the famous sharks on the new series of Shark Tank and this episode is jam packed full of amazing tips and insights from one of the country’s most successful business minds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get your pen and paper ready. This is one of those episodes brimming with hot tips! From his days at Essendon football club, to the CEO of the Gold Coast Suns and now the CEO of Grand Prix Australia, Travis Auld knows a thing or two about what it takes to lead from the top in times of good and bad.  His unique approach to leaning into anything uncomfortable is nothing short of inspiring and his hands on approach to listening and leadership defines him as one of Australia’s most inspiring CEO’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a former Olympian to now the CEO of Swimming Australia, Rob is an icon in Australian Sports. From navigating a global stage at 18 to traversing the English channel he knows a thing or two about what it takes to push yourself to achieve your goals and bounce back from life’s adversities. He believes passion is the secret ingredient to pushing through challenges and his story is not one to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode I get to sit down and chat with the man himself, Sammy Thaiday. Broncos Legend, State of Origin and Australia NRL rep, TV & Radio entertainer and one of my long-time friends. In this open and candid interview Sammy puts it all on the table. From his early challenges with his identity, navigating success at an early age and having to figure it all out post the end of his professional sports career. He’s absolutely the funny man we know and love, but he’s also a passionate Dad and Husband, a bit of a poet and unafraid to face his own demons on his own Brave journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a Brisbane girl, this was a very special episode. JC, along with two high school friends started their journey as Powderfinger as high school students from Brisbane. Their careers spanned 21 years and changed the landscape for rock music at the time, particularly for the Brisbane music scene. JC has continued his music journey, behind the scenes opening both the Triffid and Fortitude Valley music Hall. His story is one of resilience, hard work and an unwavering belief that keeping calm and positive is simply the best way to approach life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lorie Argus has unknowingly been a champion for females in senior leadership roles her whole life. From her early career at Virgin as one of the first female senior leaders, to now being only 1 of 2 female CEO’s of Australian airports she continues to prove that being authentically yourself, being aware and honest of your shortcomings and never believing your better than anyone else are all powerful ingredients for any leader. She’s funny, humble and incredibly real about the challenges that come with leading at the top, whilst being a wife, a mother and continuing to push yourself to be better everyday. One of my favourite conversations with one of my early inspirations!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Ryan knows how to tell a story. And that’s because he spends a huge amount of his time, connecting, supporting and fundraising for those less privileged. From a career that started as a Brisbane based teacher, to CEO of multiple national non for-profit organisations, he is now bringing his extraordinary empathetic and authentic leadership style to the role of CEO of Brisbane Economic Development Agency. Anthony shares openly his deep passion for the homeless in our community and the effect it’s had on his life. He openly and honestly owns his weaknesses, and reminds us all that being influential and successful largely rests on your ability to build deep relationships with others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.