This podcast is Hosted by Luke Marshall, Managing Partner at Emu Search, Australia's most innovative and customer centric executive search firm. Luke and the Partners at Emu, meet with CEOs, MDs and Founders where they discuss the road to success, the trials and tribulations along the way and what drives these people to greatness. Expect to learn about contemporary leadership, current business trends and to be inspired to continue your own incredible path to maximise your executive career.

Journey to the C-Suite
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This podcast is Hosted by Luke Marshall, Managing Partner at Emu Search, Australia's most innovative and customer centric executive search firm. Luke and the Partners at Emu, meet with CEOs, MDs and Founders where they discuss the road to success, the trials and tribulations along the way and what drives these people to greatness. Expect to learn about contemporary leadership, current business trends and to be inspired to continue your own incredible path to maximise your executive career.
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Recent Episodes

October 2, 2024
Broadening from the HR Director role but not losing People & Culture we meet Simone Carroll
<p>In episode 28, Luke sits down with Simone Carroll, one of Australia's leading Chief People Officer's and the current Executive Director of People and Culture at Alinta Energy. With over 25 years of experience in HR and 15 years in C-suite positions, Simone has successfully led high-performing teams and contributed to market leadership at prominent organisations such as REA Group, Vicinity, and Wesfarmers.</p> <p><br />Simone’s achievements are driven by her willingness to embrace calculated risks that align with the interests of businesses, people, customers, and shareholders.What sets her apart is her expansive expertise, which extends beyond HR to encompass customer service, marketing, brand management, data, and digital product development. For those aiming to broaden their scope in leadership roles, this episode offers profound insights.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Simone also shares her vision of nurturing future-ready organisations by empowering bold, impactful leaders. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that delves into leadership, transformation, and how to create enduring success with both strategic foresight and emotional intelligence.</p>

September 5, 2024
Unreasonable innovation...The secret behind Funlab's success with their CGO - Blaise Witnish
<p>Yes we recorded an episode which is over an hour and spent a fair bit of time hating on QR codes! But we had too... as we deep dived into the sharp, creative and curious mind of Blaise Witnish, CEO USA & Chief Growth Officer of Funlab the market leading Entertainment company head quartered in Oz and a footprint across NZ and the now the USA. </p> <p>Hosted by Luke Marshall, the conversation unpacks the state of the hospitality and entertainment industry, what it's like staying fun and innovating even though you are owned by a global Private Equity company and how radically authentic, passionate and above all human leadership can transform your organisation.</p> <p>Blaise doesn’t shy away from discussing the gritty realities of leadership. Highlighting the importance of empowering your team to think big and take risks, even if it means facing failure head-on. For Funlab, it’s all about fostering a culture that’s real, playful, and unafraid to push boundaries in the pursuit of something truly epic. And when it comes to hospitality, Blaise drives home the critical need for genuine human connection. In a world where everything can feel a bit too polished especially the Boardroom...where she says you have to be real or just don't bother! If you’re into cutting-edge innovation and interested in leadership that breaks the mold, this episode is a must-listen episode.</p>

August 23, 2024
From tyre fitter to becoming the CEO, Adam Pay on the road less traveled
<p>In this episode, host Luke Marshall engages in a deep conversation with Adam Pay, a CEO who began his career as an auto technician and worked his way up to leading a Mycar. The discussion covers Adam’s unique journey, which is becoming increasingly rare in today’s business landscape. Adam shares the challenges he faced, including taking steps backward to move forward, and how this experience helped him gain a deep understanding of the business from the ground up.</p> <p>The podcast delves into leadership insights, balancing operational and strategic roles, and the importance of staying close to the front line. Adam also emphasises the significance of mental health and creating a supportive work environment for his team members, particularly the 450 apprentices across the organisation. </p> <p>The episode is a compelling narrative about resilience, growth, and leading with a customer-centric mindset in a rapidly changing industry.</p>
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