This week on The Mentor we delve into the world of startups with Amanda Price, the Head of High Growth Ventures at KPMG Australia. Drawing from her extensive experience, Amanda sheds light on the common challenges faced by founders worldwide and offers strategies for building enduring connections with customers as startups scale. We delved into her expertise in the high-growth ventures industry, the impact of macro and micro factors on investment behaviour, insights into the challenges for Australian startups, we discussed the non-negotiables that VCs typically inquire about, the current startup landscape in 2024 and a host of other topics. If you're planning on entering the startup world, this episode serves as a valuable educational resource. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Andrew Deveson and Dave Caputo, co-founders of Kapitol Group, as they discuss their journey in revolutionising the construction industry. With Andrew's expertise in delivering high-quality projects and Dave's strategic planning capabilities, Kapitol Group has quickly become one of Australia's fastest-growing construction companies handling multimillion-dollar projects for prestigious clients like RMIT University and Microsoft. Learn how their innovative approaches and commitment to excellence are reshaping the industry while prioritising the well-being of their team and the successful delivery of projects. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Light & Glo Designs is an acclaimed business hailing from Melbourne, that specialises in crafting bespoke candles. Established in 2015 by husband/wife duo Suji and Jeeva, the brand boasts an array of award-winning offerings, including candles, diffusers, room sprays, and scents tailored to various moods. The inception of Light & Glo traces back to Suji's maternity leave, during which she began making candles for her son's baby shower, receiving rave reviews from friends. Inspired by this positive reception, Suji and Jeeva embarked on their entrepreneurial journey, founding Light & Glo Designs. We discussed their backgrounds in medicine and science, their transition into the candle business, how they manage their roles as both spouses and business partners, their process for crafting scents tailored to businesses, The Mentor fragrance they developed for Mark, and many other topics. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Stake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the eighth episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public. Mike Vegar is the co-founder & managing Director of HITIQ, an Australian tech company that provides a total concussion ecosystem with products that support identifying, monitoring & ongoing management of sport-related head impacts.  In 2021, HITIQ was welcomed to the Australian Securities Exchange under the vibrant ticker of ASX:HIQ. Learn all about Mike’s journey of taking the tech company public in the eighth podcast of the Going Public series. DISCLAIMER: Views expressed are those of the individual only. This does not constitute financial advice.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.  Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Palumbo founded Gelato Messina in 2002, setting up the original store in Darlinghurst, Sydney - right across the road from the Mentored Podcast Studio. Nick is the creative force behind Messina's renowned gelato and gelato cakes who has dedicated his life to the food industry. His journey began at the age of eight when he travelled to Pasticceria Irrera in Messina, Sicily. The trip ignited his lifelong passion for food. Inspired by his experiences in Sicily, Nick aimed to one day bring authentic Italian gelato to Sydney. Since founding Gelato Messina, Nick has been apart of every aspect of the brand, from product development to store design. With now 30 stores across Australia and one in Hong Kong, Messina has become a beloved destination for gelato enthusiasts nationwide. We spoke about the origins of Messina, humans romance with ice cream, the struggles in the early days of the business, Messina's unconventional business model, the art & science behind the gelato, the role social media had in the company's growth, the balance between tradition & innovation when it comes to gelato, whats's next for Messina & much more. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeremy Hassell is the CEO & Co-Founder of City Cave. City Cave Float & Wellness Centre aims to build healthier communities through services such as Float Therapy, Infrared Sauna and Massage Services to assist in your health journey by providing natural mental health remedies and supporting physical recovery. City Cave was founded in 2016 by Queensland entrepreneurs Tim Butters, who owned a tiling company, and Jeremy Hassell, a former builder, after they met on a construction site in 2014 on the Gold Coast. City Cave has grown more than 300% since the start of 2021, taking its global footprint to 70 locations across Australia and New Zealand. We spoke about Jeremy's life as a tradie prior to founding City Cave, how a Float Tank session changed the trajectory of his life, the science behind saunas and massages, his interesting trip to China, what incentives him today, the company's expansion in America, how serious of an issue stress is in this modern era and much more. Tune into a story about the entrepreneurial spirit and how you can balance your financial aspirations while making a positive impact on others. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's pretty safe to assume that Jenny Child didn't think she'd be the CEO of Oroton when she was growing up in the Midwest of America. Jenny grew up in Ohio, graduated from Northwestern University (Illinois), and obtained an MBA from Duke University(North Carolina). Jenny relocated to Australia from Atlanta in 2015 while working with the Powerhouse Consultancy firm McKinsey and Company. She had a stable professional position at McKinsey & Co, steadily advancing through the corporate ranks to become a partner in the Sydney office. But in 2021, Jenny took a leap of faith and decided to take up an offer to run an 80-year-old Australian fashion luxury brand. Yep you're reaction was probably like mine "how the hell did that happen?"  It's an awesome story, make sure you tune in to this week's Mentor Podcast to find out how she became the boss of Oroton. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gabriela Rosa is a world-renowned fertility specialist, bestselling author, and the founder and clinical director of The Rosa Institute—an organisation dedicated to helping couples create healthy babies, despite previous reproductive challenges. The Rosa Institute has served over 100,000 people in 111 different countries, with a live birth rate of 78.8%.  As you can imagine, fertility is a complicated subject, so it was important for me to talk to someone with such an impressive body of work on this topic.   In the latest Mentor Podcast, Gabriela breaks down the problems people are facing in regards to reproduction, what is causing the growing rates of infertility, the current state of the IVF industry, why her work has been so successful and much more. Buy her book: https://fertilitybreakthrough.com/fertility-breakthrough-book/ You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Stake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the seventh episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public. Eliran Glazer is the Chief Financial Officer for Monday.com (Nasdaq: MNDY) a cloud-based platform that allows users to create their own applications and project management software. The company has reported to have over 225,000 customers across 200 countries within 200 different industries. It was recently listed on the Nasdaq in 2021 under the ticker MNDY. DISCLAIMER: Views expressed are those of the individual only. This does not constitute financial advice.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.  Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Radek Sali is a serial entrepreneur, ethical investor and was the former CEO for Swisse Wellness. Under his leadership, Radek took Swisse Wellness from an Australian favourite to an international blockbuster that was sold for $2.1 billion dollars in 2015. Radek Sali is now the Executive Chairman of a leading supplement, wellness and lifestyle brand called Wanderlust. Sali has also set up the conscious investment group Light Warrior with ex-Goldman Sachs banker Adam Gregory. Light Warrior is a principle-driven investment group, focused on investing in businesses that put culture first, are socially responsible and environmentally conscious. Radek speaks on his purpose driven journey with Swisse, the importance of community and what he is up to now within the health and wellness space. BUY THE BOOK How to Build a Billion-Dollar Business: On Purpose. For Profit. With Passion by Radek Sali & Bernadette Schwerdt https://www.amazon.com.au/How-Build-Billion-Dollar-Business-Purpose/dp/1394216041 You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tracy Williams is a self-acclaimed renaissance man whose skills and mindset have taken him worldwide from playing in the Harlem Globetrotters to inspiring others as a motivational speaker. In this episode, Tracy shares with us what true confidence is, the best way to overcome challenges, and how to maximise your opportunities. The New Yorker now uses his unique life experiences to inspire and guide young Australians, sharing his triumphs and challenges. Tracy established TWWIK Media, focusing on speaking engagements, personal and team mindset coaching, as well as leadership training and development. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up/Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jess Sepel and her husband and CEO Dean Steingold co-founded JSHealth Vitamins. Jess has been open about her struggles with food, body dysmorphia, and negative body image through her blog since her early 20s. What started as a personal narrative in 2012 has transformed into a successful wellness brand. JSHealth Vitamins offers a range of popular products, such as Hair + Energy, Skin + Digestion, Detox + Debloat, and Vitality X + Collagen. However, the brand faced a crucial moment in late 2022 when the TGA issued a $26,640 fine for unlawful advertising. This incident highlights how Jessica dealt with this setback, protected the brand and collaborated with her team to overcome it. Explore Jess' marketing strategies, her thoughts on the ever-changing wellness market, and the art of differentiation in this competitive industry. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up/Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a bonus episode with leading economist Stephen Koukoulas and Mark Bouris.  It’s that time again when leading economist Stephen Koukoulas bring you a bonus episode in the lead-up to the February 2024 RBA announcement.  Visit https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/ to learn more. Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordan Barclay is a young CEO who runs Spawnpoint Media, a gaming media network based in Melbourne. The company has become highly successful in online content for children. Jordan started the company when he was 9, building it from scratch using his YouTube handle, EY Streem. He now has an impressive 8.4 million subscribers. As CEO, Jordan talks about the business model that has made Spawnpoint Media the most watched content for kids on YouTube. He emphasizes the company's family-friendly and brand-safe approach, highlighting its ownership of major digital media brands and collaborations with global giants. Jordan and Mark delve into the inner workings of Spawnpoint Media, discussing how Jordan leads a team of Gen Z employees and emphasizes the significance of company culture. The focus shifts to monetization strategies as Jordan breaks down how Spawnpoint Media turns views into revenue. He shares successful brand integration examples and discusses the challenges and negotiations involved. He also sheds light on the role of data in decision-making and explains why brands often underestimate the strength of small-play media. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up/Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Stake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the sixth episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public. Clarity Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage cancer biotech company based in Australia. The company specializes in developing radiopharmaceutical products that can be used to image and diagnose various types of cancer. Clarity Pharmaceuticals is actively involved in extensive research, development, and clinical stage evaluation of its portfolio of novel radiopharmaceutical products. It was recently listed on the ASX in 2021 under the ticker CU6. DISCLAIMER: Views expressed are those of the individual only. This does not constitute financial advice.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.  Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Flynn is a co-founder of Thankyou, a social enterprise aiming to eradicate poverty. From his early days at RMIT University to founding Thankyou at the age of 19, Flynn discusses the company's challenges during the critical "Project Salvation" restructuring. You will learn about the pivotal "crucial 5 per cent" focus that transformed Thankyou's impact. Discover the strategic partnerships that were formed, the workforce reduction, and the tough decisions made, such as discontinuing product lines. Daniel Flynn shares his insights on "consumerism reimagined" and his vision for Thankyou's future, touching upon leadership, resilience, and shaping a socially impactful future. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-up/Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Caitlin Judd co-founded Lady Brains, a media and education platform that empowers women in business. Originally from Melbourne, she moved to Sydney during the pandemic. Discover why she changed cities, her thoughts on the gender investment gap, and the importance of women in decision-making roles. Caitlin candidly discusses starting a business with no audience, intellectual property protection, and knowing when to pivot or quit. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.  Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Molnar is the CEO and founder of Flagship, a retail technology startup transforming how brick-and-mortar stores operate. The web-based platform creates a digital floor plan for each store, allowing for easy alteration of the merchandise components as needed. Flagship released its beta version in early 2023 and partnered with local brands such as Aje Athletica, Venroy, and Sir the Label for the rollout. Learn more about Simon's background, his vision for the future of retail, and how he protects his business IP in the competitive tech industry. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.  Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hazem Sedda is the proud owner of Redfern Convenience Store, an iconic establishment in Australia. He grew up in Palestine during the early 2000s with a dream of becoming a pilot. However, after taking a flying course at Bankstown airport in Sydney, he realised that running his father's convenience store was far more exciting. He has since turned it into a successful family business that has gone through its fair share of challenges and triumphs. Hazem's story is as diverse as the nostalgic candies lining his store's shelves. From viral antics during the pandemic to selling camel balls lollies, Hazem has a unique approach to running his business. His tale is heartwarming and inspiring, showcasing how he has overcome many obstacles while managing his family, social media, and a bustling shop. Hazem proves that dreams can take unexpected yet extraordinary forms. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.  Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Larry Robertson is a globally recognised leadership advisor and speaker. Founder of Robertson Burns in 1993, Larry has shaped the leadership landscape across 30 countries. Larry shares insights from his extensive work with executives in Australia's largest organisations and beyond, spanning Africa, Asia, Europe, India, the Middle East, New Zealand, the UK, and the Americas. Understand how to convey authentic leadership, effective communication, team engagement, personal brand, client service, and the art of winning new business. Buy Larry Robertson's book 'WHY listen to, work with and follow YOU?' You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.  Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.