The Caring CEO. For leaders who want to grow teams who are more caring, fun filled and productive. For leaders who care.
by Graeme Cowan
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#92 High Performance Habits, James Laughlin, Author & Keynote Speaker
Jun 12, 2026
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#91 Measure What Matters, Jacob Chase, CEO The INFIN
May 15, 2026
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#90 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Daily, Nick Orchard, Performance Coach
Apr 23, 2026
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#89 Start with 'Yes", Katrina Troughton, Managing Director, Adobe ANZ
Mar 26, 2026
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#88 Joy at work, Alex Liu, ex Chairman & Global Managing Partner, Kearney
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| 6/12/26 | #92 High Performance Habits, James Laughlin, Author & Keynote Speaker | James Laughlin, author of Habits of High Performers, shares his remarkable journey from troubled schoolboy in Northern Ireland to 7 time World Champion drummer and trusted coach to elite athletes, business leaders and high-performing teams. Drawing on decades of experience in performance, leadership and wellbeing, James reveals practical strategies for building sustainable success, developing healthy habits, creating psychologically safe teams and navigating life's inevitable setbacks. This conversation offers actionable insights for leaders, professionals and anyone seeking to achieve more while maintaining strong relationships and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/15/26 | #91 Measure What Matters, Jacob Chase, CEO The INFIN | Jacob Chase discusses why businesses measure financial capital precisely but often overlook the true value of their people. Drawing from his experience across Lazard, Angelo Gordon, and entrepreneurship, Jacob shares how organizations can better align performance, culture, and accountability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | #90 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Daily, Nick Orchard, Performance Coach | Nick Orchard, Performance Coach, shares his powerful journey from near-burnout to meaningful transformation. Drawing on his experience across government, leadership, and creative industries, Nick reveals practical strategies to overcome burnout, build sustainable momentum, and break free from self-limiting beliefs. This conversation offers actionable insights for leaders, creatives, and professionals seeking to perform at their best without sacrificing wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | #89 Start with 'Yes", Katrina Troughton, Managing Director, Adobe ANZ | Katrina Troughton, Managing Director of Adobe ANZ, shares how true leadership care goes beyond policy to build cultures of trust, flexibility, and genuine support. From navigating uncertainty to empowering teams and embracing discomfort, Katrina’s standout message is simple yet powerful: start with yes—and work out what it takes to make it happen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | #88 Joy at work, Alex Liu, ex Chairman & Global Managing Partner, Kearney | Alex Liu, ex Chairman & Global Partner at Kearney, shares insights from his bestselling book Joy Works on building psychologically safe and high-performing teams. In this episode, Alex reveals why care is the key differentiator that gets you hired or not, alongside competence and confidence, offering invaluable leadership lessons for today’s fast-paced world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | #87 Clarity counts most, Tara James, Founder, Small and Mighty | Tara James, Founder of Small and Mighty, shares why care in leadership is a strategic advantage, not a soft skill, and how psychological safety drives performance. She explains why 2026 will demand clarity over urgency, encouraging leaders to “hurry up slowly” and lead with self-awareness, humility, and purpose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | #86 Staying afloat in rough waters, Veronica Papacosta, CEO Seafood Industry Australia | Veronica Papacosta, former CEO of Seafood Industry Australia, reflects on growing up in her family’s fish shop and how early responsibility shaped her approach to leadership. In conversation with Graeme, she explores family legacy, resilience, and the values formed long before the boardroom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | #85 Guiding end of life care, Casey Beros | Casey Beros, author of Next of Kin, shares her deeply personal experience of caring for her father during the final two years of his life and the lessons it taught her about leadership, care, and impact. It’s a moving conversation about compassion at work, supporting carers, and what truly matters when life and leadership collide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/18/25 | #84 How to finish strong for a better Christmas /holidays & 2026 | Anna Feringa, workplace mental health expert, and Melo Calarco, author of 'Beating Burnout, Finding Balance' join Graeme for a panel discussion looking at the challenges that many of us face in the lead up to Christmas and the holiday season. They look at ways to navigate spending time with people who drain us, managing the stress of overspending and dealing with grief as we remember loved ones who are no longer with us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 10/17/25 | #83 A begin with 'WE' cultural revolution, Kyle McDowell, Speaker, Author, Leadership Coach | Kyle McDowell, bestselling author of Begin With We and former Fortune 10 executive, reshapes leadership with his powerful framework, The 10 WEs. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience leading tens of thousands of employees, Kyle shares how shifting from “I” to “WE” can dismantle dysfunction, reignite purpose, and transform organisational culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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| 9/5/25 | #82 A career of contribution, Brendan Maher, CEO St John Ambulance Australia | Brendan Maher is the CEO of St John Ambulance Australia. With nearly 20 years of leadership across Lifeline, R U OK?, and Movember, Brendan shares powerful insights on community care, mental health, and building stronger, more connected societies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 8/7/25 | #81 The Generous Leader, Joe Davis, Former Head of Boston Consulting Group, North America | Joe Davis is the Former Head of Boston Consulting Group North America. In this episode, we explore leading with purpose, equity, and long-term impact. Joe shares insights from his 37-year career at BCG, his work in inclusion and transformation, and the principles behind his book The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain (April 2024). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 7/10/25 | #80 Care Underpins Everything, Melissa Reynolds | Melissa Reynolds is the CEO of State Trustees. Her extensive leadership in financial services and utilities is driven by a passion for client-focused transformation and inclusive, high-performing teams. With a career spanning AGL, NAB, Westpac, and more, Melissa shares valuable insights on leading with empathy and purpose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/26/25 | #79 Radical Customer Obsession, Amanda Stevens, Keynote Speaker and Author | Award-winning speaker and author Amanda Stevens shares how valuing employees is key to delivering exceptional customer experiences, drawing on powerful examples from her book Radical Customer Obsession. From her leadership insights with Richard Branson to her personal journey of resilience, Amanda reveals how curiosity, care, and culture can drive meaningful business transformation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/12/25 | #78 Embracing a learning mindset, David Barnett, ex CEO, Pearson, Asia Pacific | David Barnett, was the CEO of Pearson Asia Pacific for over 20 years and is current chair of several e-learning initiatives. He reflects on his journey transforming education from textbooks to digital learning and the defining question that reshaped his leadership. David shares heartfelt stories about building a culture of care, the lessons he's learned from his son with learning difficulties, and how music continues to connect him to empathy and human-centred leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/29/25 | #77 Top 12 Futurist Globally, Michael McQueen, Speaker & Author | Michael McQueen is currently ranked 12th among the world’s top futurists. He is a globally renowned speaker, futurist, and author of Mindstuck: Mastering the Art of Changing Minds. Michael joins us for a powerful conversation on self-leadership, personal loss, and the influence of his father’s legacy. We also dive into the societal impact of AI and explore why Australia ranks as the least optimistic country about its future, according to recent research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/15/25 | #76 Silicon Innovator, Melissa Dinwiddie, Innovation Strategist, Creative Sandbox Solutions | Melissa Dinwiddie, is a Juilliard-trained dancer turned creativity coach who helps teams at companies like Google and Salesforce unlock innovation through play, experimentation, and imperfection. Drawing from her rich background as an artist, jazz musician, and improviser, Melissa shares how embracing creativity can transform leadership and collaboration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/1/25 | #75 From Head to Heart, Pam Buchanan, Founder and CEO, Quantam Sense | Pam Buchannan, former Managing Director at NASDAQ, spent nearly 15 years working with leaders like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. Despite her success, she realised true fulfillment required more than physical and mental health—it called for what she now calls Soul Health, connected to spirit and life force. As founder of Quantum Sense, she now helps high-achievers find deeper meaning and purpose beyond material success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/10/25 | #74 A Purposeful Life, Richard Boele, Chief Purpose Officer, KPMG | Richard Boele, Chief Purpose Officer at KPMG, has an incredible journey shaped by purpose. At 21, he found himself in Tibet during a brutal crackdown, igniting his lifelong commitment to human rights. Richard stepped into his current role, helping individuals and teams connect their personal purpose to organizational impact. Richard’s passion shines through as he talks about KPMG’s “Purpose Weeks” and the power of aligning personal, team, and company purpose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/20/25 | #73 An extraordinary contribution, Gemma Sisia, Founder, St Jude's School, Tanzania | Gemma Sisia is the Founder of St. Jude’s School in Tanzania which she founded over 20 years ago with just three students. She has now grown the school to 1,500 students. And What Gemma has built is just quite extraordinary. Gemma has practices in place for continual improvement. Gemma fosters a culture of respect, responsibility, honesty, and kindness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/20/25 | #72 From mail boy to caring CEO, Damien Mu, CEO AIS Australia | Damien Mu is the CEO of AIA Insurance, one of Australia’s leading life insurers with over 2,000 employees. Damien’s journey is one of resilience and determination. His leadership is deeply rooted in purpose and care. Not just for his team and customers, but for the broader Australian community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/6/25 | #71 Remote leadership expert, Wayne Turmel, Co-founder, The Remote Leadership Institute | Wayne Turmel was a pioneer in long-distance and virtual leadership over 18 years ago —long before remote work became the norm. Wayne has dedicated his career to mastering effective communication in virtual environments. Wayne has worked with Fortune 500 companies worldwide, and leadership legend Marshall Goldsmith calls him "one of the most unique voices in leadership today." Wayne brings a lot of wisdom to the table. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/6/24 | #70Kindness, connection and gratitude, Todd Harper AM, CEO Cancer Council, Victoria | Todd Harper AM, CEO of Cancer Council, Victoria, shares valuable ideas with his leadership team in which they decided to prioritise three core values: kindness, connection, and gratitude.This initiative encouraged everyone in the organisation to embrace these values in their own unique ways, fostering a culture of support and positivity throughout our community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/15/24 | #69 Kindness x vulnerability = success, Christy Pretzinger, CEO, WG Content | Christy Pretzinger, the CEO of WG Content, a company that creates specialized content for the healthcare industry in the U.S., puts emphasis on kindness as a fundamental value of her organisation, which fits perfectly with the theme of The Caring CEO Podcast. She shares some practical ways that she and her team incorporate this value into their daily, weekly, and biannual routines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 7/17/24 | #68 Designing a dream life, Dr. John Demartini, Human Behaviour Expert, Educator & Author | Dr. John Demartini, a world-leading human behavioral specialist, author, and global educator, has lived an extraordinary life aboard a ship, traveling the world and delivering programs to tens of thousands of people, both in person and remotely. For 37 years, Dr. Demartini has diligently maintained a gratitude journal, showcasing the transformative power of this practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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