Are you ready to revitalise a family-owned business and unlock its full potential? Join our hosts Jackson Barnes and Brad Ferris as they discover the inspiring transformation story of CEO Stephen Tait and his journey with Maleny Dairies. Through Stephen's leadership, Maleny Dairies achieved phenomenal success by navigating a 90-day plan to redefine the company's capabilities and aspirations. Get ready to be inspired and discover the powerful strategies that Stephen used to lead his team to success. So, let's dive in and learn from one of the most successful business leaders of our time! ??‍? S ..read more

Are you ready to explore the captivating world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) ?? Join us in this episode of REDD Business & Technology Podcast with Billion Dollar M&A Engineer, Cissy Ma, as she unveils the intricate tapestry of deals, strategies, and industry insights accumulated over 28 years in the dynamic landscape of business acquisitions. ? From exploring the burgeoning interest of overseas investors in the Australian market to dissecting the intricacies of valuation arbitrage, Cissy sheds light on the factors driving M&A activity. ? She delves into the evolving landsca ..read more

? After a short break, our hosts Jackson Barnes and Nigel Heyn are back! ?️ Join us as we kick off with an exciting exploration of Brisbane's corporate success alongside Reece Walker from McCullough Robertson. Get ready to dive into strategic insights and navigate the dynamic business landscape of Brisbane with us! ✨? Explore the dynamic Brisbane business landscape through the insightful lens of Reece Walker! With expertise in corporate strategy and growth dynamics, Reece dives deep into the evolving M&A space. Technology's pivotal role cannot be overstated, as Reece advises businesses to ..read more

We’re thrilled to welcome new faces to the REDD studio for our final episode of 2023! In episode 45 we are joined by Lucas Meadowcroft and Dean Cavanagh, tech entrepreneurs behind CROFTI and Tribu. We delve into how AI will affect your business in 2024 and the complexities of AI integration, particularly in the MSP realm. They candidly share their experiences, highlighting the challenges faced when introducing AI automation to MSPs, with a primary hurdle being the hesitance rooted in accuracy concerns and resistance to change. Their fundraising journey sheds light on the evolving investment la ..read more

The godfather of cyber security has returned to the REDD studio! Join us for episode 44 of REDD’s Business and Technology Podcast, with host Jackson Barnes and co-host Nigel Heyn in this discerning discussion with Darren Hopkins, who is the Cyber Partner at McGrathNicol with over 30 years of protecting and responding to cyber threats throughout Australia. Darren Hopkins shares important insights on how businesses can protect themselves. He emphasises the value of using managed detection response (MDR) services instead of traditional antivirus approaches. These tools can detect unusual behaviou ..read more

Introducing an insightful episode of REDD's Business & Tech Podcast, Episode 043: Journey from Australia’s Most Successful Cricket Coach to Leadership Coach, John Buchanan In episode 43 of REDD’s Business and Technology Podcast, join our host Jackson Barnes and co-host Nigel Heyn in this inspiring discussion with John Buchanan, renowned coach and leadership expert and the founder of Buchanan Success Coaching, as he shares invaluable insights from his illustrious career, transitioning from cricket coaching to business leadership. Drawing parallels between coaching a cricket team and leading ..read more

Introducing an insightful episode of REDD's Business & Tech Podcast, Episode 042: Navigating CEO Pitfalls: Ian Judson's Guide to Effective Business Leadership In episode 42 of REDD’s Business and Technology Podcast, join our host Jackson Barnes and co-host Nigel Heyn in this insightful discussion with Ian Judson, an experienced business coach and the founder of Judsons Coaching, as they discuss the importance of a cohesive leadership team. Ian emphasises the need for CEOs to understand their management team through psychometric testing, ensuring effective strategy execution. Drawing on his ..read more

Introducing a compelling episode of REDD's Business & Tech Podcast, Episode 041: How Ryan Ko is Making Australia the Most Cyber-Safe Country through Cyber Education In episode 41 of REDD’s Business and Technology Podcast, join our host Jackson Barnes and co-host Brad Ferris, in this compelling discussion with Ryan Ko, a Professor, Chair and Founding Director of The University of Queensland’s Cyber Security. Ryan shares his insights on transforming cyber security education in Australia. Ryan’s extensive experience as an ISO editor and his pivotal role in the development of cyber security st ..read more

Introducing an enlightening episode of REDD's Business & Tech Podcast, Episode 039: Scott Clements' Vision: Unleashing the Potential of Brisbane. In episode 39 of REDD’s Business and Technology Podcast, join our host Jackson Barnes and co-host Nigel Heyn, in this fascinating episode with Scott Clements, the enthusiastic managing director of Inertia Engineering, offers valuable insights into the world of engineering and the ever-evolving landscape of technology. He begins by highlighting the seismic shifts that technology has triggered in the engineering realm over the past few decades. Fro ..read more

Introducing an informative episode of REDD's Business & Tech Podcast, Episode 038: Navigating the Defence Industry with Kelly Hopkins In this dynamic discussion, Kelly Hopkins, a seasoned professional with 15 years of experience in recruitment and a deep understanding of the defence industry at Hays, shares her insights on the evolving landscape of recruitment and the critical role it plays in the defence sector. Highlighting the importance of cybersecurity in defence, Kelly emphasises the need to safeguard not just classified information but also critical infrastructure. As the defence in ..read more