From Balance Sheets to Buddy’s 1000th. For Leigh Taylor, CFO of the Sydney Swans, it’s been a journey defined by curiosity, courage and culture. In this episode of Game Changers, Leigh reflects on his shift from professional services into elite sport — charting a path from Deloitte in the early days, to key executive roles at the AFL, GWS Giants, and now the Swans. He shares lessons in leadership, financial strategy, and why he sees the CFO as the centre half-back of any organisation. A must-listen for future finance leaders and anyone passionate about the business side of sport.
Game Changers: The Business of Sport & Entertainment is a podcast that goes behind the scenes with the CFOs, COOs, and Executives shaping the industry. Each episode dives into the commercial strategies, career journeys, and financial decisions driving success in Australian sport, media, and entertainment. If you're curious about what happens beyond the scoreboard or the stage, this is where the real game is played.
