Find Your People

About Find Your People

Find Your People explores the future of work and where the human fits in all of it. Each fortnight, we discuss leadership, culture, and technology. Unpacking how to build great teams, create meaningful work, and find your people in a changing world. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow, presented by Tribe Group (https://www.tribegroup.com). Podcast produced by Fanaticals (https://fanaticals.co.nz).

Publisher

Tribe Group

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 May 2026

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Carolyn Kerr: Your People Are Your Brand

   Today, we sit down with Carolyn Kerr, Co-Founder and CEO of Anthem, to explore why your people ultimately shape your brand and reputation, and how the way leaders communicate can influence whether people trust, join and stay with an organisation. Carolyn shares why consistency matters even more when times are tough, why leaders need to communicate with both heart and commercial clarity, and why attracting great people starts with being clear about what your organisation stands for. Together, Bruce and Carolyn unpack authentic leadership, internal and external communication, personal values, the power of positive storytelling, and why talent often attracts talent. The Find Your People Podcast explores the future of work, leadership, and where the human fits in a changing world. Whether you’re building a team, growing your career, or searching for more meaningful work, each episode shares practical insights from people shaping the future of New Zealand. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by ⁠Tribe Group⁠: https://tribegroup.com (https://tribegroup.com) Podcast filmed & produced by ⁠⁠⁠Fanaticals (http://www.fanaticals.co.nz)⁠⁠⁠.

2. 

   7 Sept 2026

   David Hammond: The CEO Traits You Can’t Measure on Paper

   Today, we sit down with David Hammond (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hammond-executivesearchrecruitment/) from Tribe Executive to explore what really makes a great leader, why boards need to look beyond the CV and commercial results, and how purpose, values and cultural fit shape the leaders organisations need for the future. Drawing on more than a decade in Chief Executive roles and his work advising boards and recruiting senior leaders across New Zealand, David shares why traditional interviews can miss some of the most important qualities in a leader. Together, Bruce and David unpack vulnerability in leadership, what boards should really be measuring, lessons from iwi leadership and long-term thinking, and why the best leaders can clearly articulate what they stand for, the culture they want to build, and how their values actually show up in practice. The Find Your People Podcast explores the future of work, leadership, and where the human fits in a changing world. Whether you’re building a team, growing your career, or searching for more meaningful work, each episode shares practical insights from people shaping the future of New Zealand. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by ⁠Tribe Group⁠: https://tribegroup.com (https://tribegroup.com) Podcast filmed & produced by ⁠⁠⁠Fanaticals⁠⁠⁠ (http://www.fanaticals.co.nz).

3. 

   24 Aug 2026

   Kate Kember: How Coffee Supreme Stays Authentic While Growing

   Today, we sit down with Kate Kember, Chief Growth Officer at Coffee Supreme, to explore what makes people believe in great brands, why Kiwi brands continue to punch above their weight, and the role people and culture play in building something truly authentic. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience across brands including Fonterra and Coffee Supreme, Kate shares why a brand is ultimately shaped by every action and touchpoint, not just what’s written on the wall. Together, Bruce and Kate unpack the difference between “wall culture” and “floor culture”, how Coffee Supreme has stayed true to itself while growing, what makes New Zealand brands resonate around the world, and why the right people and values matter so much when building a great business. The Find Your People Podcast explores the future of work, leadership, and where the human fits in a changing world. Whether you’re building a team, growing your career, or searching for more meaningful work, each episode shares practical insights from people shaping the future of New Zealand. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by ⁠Tribe Group⁠: https://tribegroup.com (https://tribegroup.com) Podcast filmed & produced by ⁠⁠⁠Fanaticals (http://www.fanaticals.co.nz)⁠⁠⁠.

4. 

   10 Aug 2026

   Russell Spratt: Te Ao Māori in New Zealand Workplaces

   Today, we sit down with Russell Spratt, Co-Founder of Tau Mai and General Manager of Tribe Group Wellington, to explore the role of Te Ao Māori in New Zealand workplaces, and how organisations can build stronger cultures by embracing Māori values and perspectives. Russell shares why Tau Mai was created, the importance of Māori capability in New Zealand's growing economy, and how organisations can move beyond tokenism to create workplaces where people genuinely feel they belong. Together, Bruce and Russell discuss leadership, curiosity, authenticity, and how Te Ao Māori can help shape stronger organisations, better decision-making, and a better future for Aotearoa New Zealand. The Find Your People Podcast explores the future of work, leadership, and where the human fits in a changing world. Whether you’re building a team, growing your career, or searching for more meaningful work, each episode shares practical insights from people shaping the future of New Zealand. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by ⁠Tribe Group⁠: https://tribegroup.com (https://tribegroup.com) Podcast filmed & produced by ⁠⁠⁠Fanaticals (http://www.fanaticals.co.nz)⁠⁠⁠.

5. 

   27 Jul 2026

   Kristen Lunman: Building Workplaces Where People Thrive

   In this conversation, Bruce sits down with Kristen Lunman, entrepreneur, investor and Co-Founder of Powrsuit, to explore why building better workplaces starts with building better systems — and how great leaders create environments where more people have the opportunity to succeed. From rethinking how we hire and promote people, to creating genuine belonging at work, Kristen shares why small leadership decisions can have a lasting impact on individuals, teams and organisations. Together, they unpack workplace equity, hiring for potential over familiarity, the importance of curiosity in leadership, and what organisations can do to unlock the best in their people. The Find Your People Podcast explores the future of work, leadership, and where the human fits in a changing world. Whether you’re building a team, growing your career, or searching for more meaningful work, each episode shares practical insights from people shaping the future of New Zealand. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by ⁠Tribe Group⁠: https://tribegroup.com (https://tribegroup.com) Podcast filmed & produced by ⁠⁠⁠Fanaticals (http://www.fanaticals.co.nz)⁠⁠⁠.

6. 

   13 Jul 2026

   James Brooke: Why Great Leaders Hire Differently

   In this conversation, Bruce sits down with James Brooke, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Tribe Group, to explore why the best leaders think differently about people. Drawing on more than 30 years in executive search, James shares why potential can matter more than experience, how diversity of thought builds stronger organisations, and why great leaders hire for where they’re going—not where they’ve been. Together, they unpack the future of hiring, the impact of AI on leadership, and what organisations need to do today to build the teams of tomorrow. The Find Your People Podcast explores the future of work, leadership, and where the human fits in a changing world. Whether you’re building a team, growing your career, or searching for more meaningful work, each episode shares practical insights from people shaping the future of New Zealand. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by ⁠Tribe Group⁠: https://tribegroup.com (https://tribegroup.com) Podcast produced by ⁠Fanaticals⁠ (https://fanaticals.co.nz).

7. 

   29 Jun 2026

   Jarrod Kerr: Why New Zealand Should Stay Optimistic

   In this conversation, Bruce sits down with Jarrod Kerr, Chief Economist at Kiwibank, to explore why optimism, resilience, and great people are essential to New Zealand’s future. Jarrod shares how growing up in rural New Zealand shaped his perspective, why he believes Kiwi businesses are built to adapt, and how surrounding yourself with the right people can make all the difference. Together, they discuss opportunity, leadership, and why New Zealand’s best days may still be ahead. The Find Your People Podcast explores the future of work, leadership, and where the human fits in a changing world. Whether you’re building a team, growing your career, or searching for more meaningful work, each episode shares practical insights from people shaping the future of New Zealand. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by Tribe Group (https://tribegroup.com) Podcast produced by Fanaticals (https://fanaticals.co.nz)

8. 

   15 Jun 2026

   Jenny Jones: Why Culture Drives Performance

   Today, we sit down with Jenny Jones (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyjonesco-foundertriberecruitmentgroup/), co-founder of Tribe Group, to explore the experiences that shaped her approach to leadership, culture, and helping people reach their potential. In this conversation, Jenny shares her journey from growing up on a dairy farm in Karamea to building and exiting multiple businesses, and why confidence, purpose, and authenticity have played such an important role throughout her career. They also unpack diversity of thought, what great cultures actually look like, and why helping people find their voice is critical for both individuals and organisations. For anyone building a team, growing a career, or trying to create environments where people can thrive, this is a thoughtful conversation about leadership, culture, and bringing your full value to the table. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-pilbrow/) and brought to you by Tribe Group: https://www.tribegroup.com (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyjonesco-foundertriberecruitmentgroup) Podcast produced by Fanaticals (https://fanaticals.co.nz/).

9. 

   1 Jun 2026

   Joe Davis: Why AI Is Making Human Qualities More Valuable

   In this conversation, Bruce sits down with Joe Davis to unpack how AI is changing the way we work, hire, and build teams. Joe shares why curiosity and adaptability are becoming more valuable in an AI-driven world, how leaders should think about hiring as technology accelerates, and why human connection and authenticity will matter more than ever. For anyone navigating their career or leading through change, this is a grounded conversation about staying human while the world around us evolves Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by Tribe Group: https://tribegroup.com (https://tribegroup.com/)

10. 

    18 May 2026

    Michelle Dickinson: What AI Actually Means for Your Job

    In this conversation, Bruce sits down with Michelle Dickinson — a world-class materials engineer with a PhD in nanotechnology — to unpack how she thinks about technology, learning, and the future of work. Michelle shares how growing up in a low-income, constantly moving military family shaped her curiosity, resilience, and hands-on approach to problem solving. They get into AI — cutting through the noise to explain what it actually is, why it’s often misunderstood, and how people should be thinking about it in a practical way. Michelle frames AI as a tool, not a threat, and shares why learning to engage with it matters more than avoiding it. They also explore the human side of this shift — from why people naturally resist change, to how leaders and individuals can better prepare for what’s coming. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by Tribe Group: https://tribegroup.com (https://tribegroup.com/)

11. 

    5 May 2026

    Jason Paris: Building High-Performance Teams at One NZ

    In this conversation, Bruce sits down with Jason Paris — CEO, One New Zealand — to unpack what leadership really looks like in practice. Jason shares how growing up in Southland shaped the way he thinks about people, and why loneliness can show up in leadership roles, often created by not asking for help. They also get into how he approaches hiring, why values matter more than experience, and how diverse thinking leads to better outcomes when building teams. As technology continues to reshape the workplace, they explore what AI means for leaders, and why human qualities will matter even more as things accelerate. Hosted by Bruce Pilbrow and brought to you by Tribe Group: https://tribegroup.com/ (https://tribegroup.com/)

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