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Ep.119 – The Code for Success
Back in 1993, Peter Vile and Mitchell Pham founded software development service provider, Augen Software Group, which was built on the basis of connecting the best in local expertise with offshore development scale via their ‘one team in two markets’ run across New Zealand and Vietnam. Over that time, Augen has worked with many New […]
Ep.118 – Leading By Example
Plastic pollution is one of the biggest environmental issues that we face, not only in terms of pollution and biodiversity impact but because most plastic is made from non-renewable petrochemicals the extraction process and conversion into plastic releases carbon into the atmosphere, adding to climate change. and while we have a lot of cleaning up […]
Ep.117 – How To Focus For Global Scale
Back in 2004, you would be at the cutting edge of mobile phone coolness if you were rocking a Motorola RAZR or a Nokia 7610. While these might hold some retro value today, they were basic as far as today’s mobile phone tech benchmarks might go. And while iPhone and Android were still a few […]
Success Interviews
Ep.67 How To Build Manufacturing Here
As we start to put a bit more of a spotlight on local manufacturing and supply chains, Ben Kepes and his company Cactus Outdoor is proof that it is possible to manufacture great products here. While it might have been better for profit to move manufacturing overseas, Ben has other metrics for business beyond the […]
Ep.54 – What’s Holding NZ Business Back?
Lani Fogelberg left her role at one of New Zealand’s pre-eminent commercial finance brokerage firms to take a step back from the corporate world and seek greater balance in life. Using her expertise in complex problem-solving, strategy and growth initiatives she launched her own consulting firm. In the current New Zealand business environment, Lani helps […]
Ep.107 – The ‘Overnight Success’ 10 Years In The Making
If you were to make a list of guaranteed, instant money-making industries, I’m not sure how far down you’d have to go before you reached the umbrella industry, but I’d imagine it wouldn’t be near the top. It’s in an industry, that in order to really succeed, you’d have to come up with something […]
Technology Interviews
Ep.104 – Have We Found The Fountain Of Youth?
While we will likely always be restricted by our own mortality, humans have, seemingly forever, spent immense amounts of time and resources searching for the proverbial fountain of youth and clamouring ways to prolong their lives. As we head into what he calls the ‘coming era of longetivity’, anti-ageing expert Greg MacPherson took to […]
Ep.92 – From Small Town New Zealand To Global Tech Influence – Andrew Flavell
Andrew Flavell joined Plexure from Nike where he held roles including Privacy Distinguished Engineer, VP of Architecture and VP of Nike+ and Brand. In these roles he was responsible for defining and driving global solutions for privacy, overall architecture and direction of modern APIs and micro-services and delivery of mobile applications and services for Nike’s […]
Ep.110 – How Humans And Robots Can Work Together In The Future
As AI development advances further year by year, the question of what separates us from our creations becomes more pressing. Talking the M2 Summit audience on Thursday 20 May through this fascinating, complicated and a little bit scary territory was behavioral scientist Dr. Sydney Savion. Sitting down with our editor, Andre Rowell, the two […]
Entrepreneur Interviews
Ep.4 – Decision Making & Future Proofing Your Business
Danu founded RUSH Digital in 2010 and has led its technology teams in developing world-first solutions for global companies such as Microsoft, Disney, Google, Samsung and Nokia. He’s overseen and been hands-on involved in the design, development and deployment of numerous software and hardware projects across a wide range of platforms and disciplines. Not only […]
Ep.45 – The Power of Purpose
Catherine van der Meulen was born and raised in Sydney until recently, moving to rural New Zealand with her children to embark on a greener, more purpose-led lifestyle, after being disenfranchised by the pace that living a life wearing multiple hats required. Last year, Catherine launched Entrepreneurial Women with Purpose – a community designed to […]
Ep. 99 – Back to the Future
There’s a breed of business thinking that is not only about making money but also making a positive impact on the world. And Oz Jabur from Future co is this breed of entrepreneur, helping to drive those other metrics of success. We talk to Oz about the future of active wear, sustainable sportswear and how […]
Leadership Interviews
Ep.3 – Advice For Times Of Uncertainty And Future Opportunities
Theresa Gattung needs no introduction, but for the sake of consistency we will mention a few of her many achievements. Theresa first hit the public spotlight in a big way when she became CEO of Telecom in 1999, making her the first female CEO of a large public company in New Zealand. Since then she […]
Ep.40 – A New Perspective On Human Resources
Originally from France, Laurent has worked as a people leader across the manufacturing, concrete and engineering industries and most recently he has been based in New Zealand as the Chief People and Culture Officer for Beca, an international professional services consultancy with over 3,000 employees. After 20 years’ experience, notably as a People & Culture […]
Ep.20 – Lessons Of Resilience And How Saying “No” Is Part Of The Journey
Naomi Ballantyne (ONZM) is a leader in New Zealand financial services. And might be the only woman in the world to have played a founding role in three life insurance companies. Partners Life, which she established as a small start-up in 2011, is now a recognised leader in the sector in New Zealand. It currently […]
Wellness Interviews
Ep.100 – 120 Skydives in One Day
Skydiving record breaker Steve Gregor is quick to point out that he is not an adrenaline junky, but trusts in the systems, the gear and the process around the sport that he had dedicated a big part of his life to. Every one of these systems was tested to the limit when he and Brent […]
Ep.43 – Adventuring Into Greatness
Cory Richards is one of the world’s most recognised adventure and mountaineering photographers, and the National Geographic Adventurer of the Year in 2012. His mission: to capture not only the soul of adventure and exploration, but also the beauty inherent in our modern society. His photography has taken him across the world – from the […]
Ep.105 – How Solving Our High Asthma Rates Starts at Home
We might not think of it as a big deal when compared with more urgent diseases or medical conditions, but asthma has become a concerningly significant presence in Kiwis lungs. How has this happened? Well, Asthma NZ CEO Katheren Leitner broke down the causes, effects and what we need to do to turn the […]
Women in Leadership Interviews
Ep.77 – Designing A Sustainable Future
As the daughter of one of New Zealand’s leading environmentalists and businessmen, the late Sir Rob Fenwick, Isabel Fenwick has been immersed in the work of organisations shifting to greener, more sustainable ways of working. Isabel carries on her family legacy with her skills in human-centred design and design thinking methodologies to translate complex problems […]
Ep.37 – How To Create Valuable Products Here
Chloe and Florence are sisters who craft health beverages in their hometown of Nelson, New Zealand. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and at the edge of the Pacific Ocean; the outdoors is their playground. Chloe is a neuroscientist and holds a diploma in herbal medicine. With this background and a passion for nutrition, Chloe set out […]
Ep.45 – The Power of Purpose
Catherine van der Meulen was born and raised in Sydney until recently, moving to rural New Zealand with her children to embark on a greener, more purpose-led lifestyle, after being disenfranchised by the pace that living a life wearing multiple hats required. Last year, Catherine launched Entrepreneurial Women with Purpose – a community designed to […]
Sports Interviews
Ep.62 – Fighting for Peace
The head trainer of a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studio called the Combat Room might not seem like the sort of person to talk to peace, enlightenment, mindfulness and mediation with, but as well as being a black belt in BJJ, Pires Vanderson has lived with monks and has dedicated his life to not only bringing […]
Ep.10 – Biotech Engineering Medical Researcher Shares Her Lockdown Routine
Dr. Hannah Wells juggles life as a medical researcher in the field of biotech engineering and a champion triathlete. Hannah shares with us her lockdown routine, how she juggles both lives and her tips for staying focused and disciplined in any situation. Watch More Videos
Ep.100 – 120 Skydives in One Day
Skydiving record breaker Steve Gregor is quick to point out that he is not an adrenaline junky, but trusts in the systems, the gear and the process around the sport that he had dedicated a big part of his life to. Every one of these systems was tested to the limit when he and Brent […]
M2 Summit Podcast
Ep.113 – What Culture Collision Means For The Future of Business
As diversity becomes increasingly important in every facet of our world, what we think we know about the idea of ‘culture’ is quickly evolving. Breaking down the impending future of ‘cultural collision’ and how it is affecting our work and personal lives at the M2 Summit was Nuwanthie Samarakone, founder of ICE. Samarakone introduced […]
Ep.112 – How To Build & Sell A $500M Company. And What Do You Do Next?
What exactly does one do after they sell their business for $500m? Vaughan Fergusson, founder of Vend, dropped in for a fireside chat with our editor Andre Rowell at the M2 Summit on Thursday 20 May to give us the insight and impart with some wisdom on just how he grew his business to […]
Ep.110 – How Humans And Robots Can Work Together In The Future
As AI development advances further year by year, the question of what separates us from our creations becomes more pressing. Talking the M2 Summit audience on Thursday 20 May through this fascinating, complicated and a little bit scary territory was behavioral scientist Dr. Sydney Savion. Sitting down with our editor, Andre Rowell, the two […]
Sustainability Interviews
Ep.33 – The Power Of Business To Do Good For The Planet
Dave Rouse is the CEO of CarbonClick, which bridges the sustainability gap through delivering certified carbon offset projects either at the point of sale or via a subscription. He’s also passionate about preserving our marine ecosystems and is a founding trustee of the zero administration, registered charity – SeaCleaners. He is an investor and entrepreneur […]
Ep.30 – Finding New Business Opportunities In Solving Environmental Problems
While there has been a big jump into eCommerce for many brands lately, there is also a less progressive danger with environmental impact. And after working with couriers and eCommerce for years, Kate Bezar and Rebecca Percasky became horrified at the amount of plastic waste the industry was generating and so set out to do […]
Ep. 99 – Back to the Future
There’s a breed of business thinking that is not only about making money but also making a positive impact on the world. And Oz Jabur from Future co is this breed of entrepreneur, helping to drive those other metrics of success. We talk to Oz about the future of active wear, sustainable sportswear and how […]
