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Finance Friends31: Re-Run - Meet Vas Piperoglou: Markets, Discipline, and the Power of PatienceThis week we’re throwing it back to one of our favourite Season 1 episodes. We sat down with Vas, the CIO and co-founder of Collins Street Asset Management, to explore a value-investing philosophy built on focus, conviction, and the courage to look where everyone else isn’t.From cracking open his piggy bank at twelve to running a concentrated Australian equities fund returning around 13.5% net annualised since inception, Vaz walks us through what real value investing looks like: intrinsic worth over momentum, fundamentals over noise, and the freedom a boutique structure gives to take true contrarian positions.
2025-12-0424 min
Aconcagua RadioFabián Ruggieri - Titular de Asociación de Cooperativas Vitivinícolas ArgentinasEn Hermoso Caso hablamos con el presidente de ACOVI sobre el el recurso de amparo presentado por las cooperativas para frenar la desregulación del sector vitivinícola recientemente comunicada por el gobierno
2025-12-0315 minFinance Friends30: Meet Jonas Benner: Bitcoiner, Crypto Guru, and Quant at AMPAn Australian, nationally recognised, retail super fund investing in Bitcoin? That’s not a headline grab; it’s a measured, research-led step that says a lot about where money is going. This week, we sit down with AMP quantitative researcher Jonas Benner to unpack why a quant team that runs dynamic overlays across equities, bonds, and commodities now includes Bitcoin, and what it took to get there.Jonas brings a rare blend of skills and perspective. He charts his path from Germany to Australia, the scramble after a COVID layoff, and the decision to rebuild his career in q...
2025-11-2747 minFinance Friends29: Meet Andrew McKie: Monopolies, Markets and MindsetWe are kicking off Season 4 with a powerhouse conversation as Fabian sits down with Andrew McKie, Co-Founder and Portfolio Manager at Elston Asset Management! With two decades of experience navigating markets, constructing portfolios, and guiding clients through every economic cycle, Andrew brings unmatched clarity to a world that often feels overly complicated.In this episode, we unpack how monopolistic advantages, culture, and execution compound far beyond any short‑term chart. Andrew’s path from recession‑era credit collections to stockbroking and on to building a specialist managed accounts platform sets the stage for a maste...
2025-11-1939 minFinance FriendsSeason 3 Wrap-Up & What’s Next: Sneak Peek at Season 4!That’s a wrap on Season 3 of Finance Friends - From the Field to Finance! In this episode, we reflects on the conversations, lessons, and standout moments that defined this season — from navigating career pivots to uncovering what truly drives success in the world of finance. You’ll hear insights from some of our favourite guests, behind-the-scenes reflections, and what’s coming next.Plus, a sneak peek into Season 4, where we’re diving deep into the world of investing — not just where to put your money, but how to think like an investor. Expect fresh perspectives...
2025-10-3120 minFinance Friends28: Meet Jack Trengove, Youngest AFL Captain, Equities Analyst at Lanyon Asset ManagementAt just 20 years old, Jack Trengove made history as the youngest-ever captain in the AFL! Leading Melbourne Football Club with maturity beyond his years. After nearly a decade in professional sport, Jack made the bold move to pivot his career, trading the footy field for the finance world. Now an Equities Analyst at Lanyon Asset Management, he brings the same discipline, focus, and drive that once defined his playing career to the world of investing.In this episode of Finance Friends Jack reflects on the highs and lows of elite sport. From leadership lessons and...
2025-10-1728 minFinance Friends27: Meet Izzy Chilcott, Professional WNBL Player and Director and Fund Manager at Centuria Bass CreditFrom scoring three-pointers at the University of San Diego to leading major real estate credit strategies as Director at Centuria Bass Credit, Izzy Chilcott's journey demonstrates how elite sporting mindsets create exceptional business outcomes.Izzy's basketball career took her from the Gold Coast to college basketball in the U.S.A, then through a decade in Australia's WNBL, culminating in a championship with the Melbourne Boomers in 2022 – her final professional game. Unlike many athletes, Izzy maintained a parallel finance career throughout, providing a seamless transition when she hung up her basketball shoes. This dual-career approach, while challenging, bu...
2025-10-0339 minFinance Friends26: Meet Andy Gowers, Hawthorn FC President, Former AFL Player, and Founder of Vest AdvisoryFrom premiership glory at Hawthorn to the boardroom as President of the Club and Founder of Vest Advisory, Andy Gowers’ journey is one of leadership, trust, and reinvention.Known as a hard-working half-back in Hawthorn’s 1991 Premiership side, Andy’s playing career was built on discipline, resilience, and a relentless team-first mindset. But his story didn’t end when he hung up the boots. Instead, he turned those same qualities toward business, founding Vest Advisory to help families and business owners navigate the complex world of succession planning.Andy reflects on the challenges of dealing with mon...
2025-09-1852 minFinance Friends25: Meet Tom King, Olympic Champion and Chief Investment Officer of Nanuk Asset ManagementWhat happens after you've reached the pinnacle of human achievement? For Tom King, Olympic gold medalist in sailing at the 2000 Sydney Games, the journey from elite athletics to the corporate world reveals surprising challenges and universal truths about success, purpose, and reinvention.Tom pulls back the curtain on his remarkable path from sailing on Albert Park Lake as a teenager to becoming Chief Investment Officer at Nanuk Asset Management, Australia's leading sustainable investment firm. Tom's story illuminates how seemingly disconnected experiences create unexpected opportunities. His sustainable investment focus now channels his competitive drive toward positive g...
2025-09-0535 minFinance Friends24: Meet Shane Wakelin, Renowned AFL Player, and Executive Director of Distribution at Ark CapitalFrom AFL powerhouse to Executive Director of Distribution at ARK Capital: Shane Wakelin’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and leadership beyond the field.Across 252 AFL games with St Kilda and Collingwood, Shane Wakelin built a reputation as a tough, reliable player who thrived under pressure. But what makes his journey remarkable is how he managed the transition into his second career. The lessons from elite sport form the backbone of Shane's business approach. Working under Eddie McGuire and Mick Malthouse at Collingwood instilled a ruthless pursuit of excellence that continues to drive him tod...
2025-08-2239 minFinance Friends23: Meet Grant Hackett OAM, Olympic Gold Medallist and CEO of Generation Development GroupGrant Hackett's journey from Olympic gold medal glory to CEO of a $2 billion ASX-listed company offers a masterclass in high-performance mindset and leadership transition.When Grant Hackett was 13 years old, he made a decision that would shape his entire life: he wasn't just going to the Olympics – he was going to win gold. This clarity of purpose drove him to become a three-time Olympic gold medallist who dominated the 1500m freestyle for 11 years. But what's truly remarkable is how he's applied that same championship mindset to transform Generation Development Group from a $50 million company to a nearly $2 bi...
2025-08-0838 minFinance Friends22: Meet Ted Richards, Iconic AFL Defender and Head of Melbourne at Wilsons AdvisoryFrom premiership glory to private wealth... Ted Richards joins us for Episode 3 of From the Field to Finance!A former Sydney Swans premiership player and All-Australian defender, Ted takes us on an extraordinary journey from elite sport to high-stakes finance. With remarkable candour, he shares the mindset shift that transformed his football career, becoming the best centre-half back in the competition through self-belief, visualisation, and mental resilience.While playing AFL for 15 years, Ted was also quietly building a parallel path studying commerce and finance and preparing for a future beyond the field. That...
2025-07-2543 minFinance Friends21: Meet Luke Jones, Former Wallaby, Rugby Union Star and Investment Specialist at Fawkner PropertyFormer Wallaby, international rugby star, and now Investment Specialist... Luke Jones joins us for the second episode of From the Field to Finance!After a 14-year professional rugby career that spanned Australia and France, Luke made the leap from elite sport into the world of Finance. Now an Investment Specialist at Fawkner Property, he’s responsible for raising millions in capital and thriving in a new kind of pressure environment.In this episode, Luke reflects on the identity shift that comes with life after sport, the steep learning curve of entering the corporate wo...
2025-07-1153 minFinance Friends20: Meet Chris Judd, AFL Star, Founder of Cerutty Macro FundHe needs absolutely no introduction... A two-time Brownlow Medallist, premiership captain, and one of the greatest to ever play the game, AFL legend, Chris Judd, kicks off our exclusive third season: From the Field to Finance.Judd's transition from AFL superstar to successful portfolio manager and Founder of the Cerutty Macro Fund, reveals striking parallels between elite sport and financial markets. He shares his strategic thinking and competitive drive to investment management that made him a football legend.In this episode, Judd shares what it was like stepping away from the g...
2025-06-2737 minFinance FriendsSeason 2 Wrap-Up & What’s Next: Sneak Peek at Season 3!Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of a finance podcast? Host Fabian and producer Sienna pull back the curtain to share the Finance Friends journey and preview an extraordinary new season featuring sports stars who've conquered the finance world.Want the inside scoop on which sports stars are joining us? Follow Finance Friends Podcast on Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok for daily updates and subscribe on your favourite podcast platform to be first in line when Season 3 drops in just a few weeks! Got questions or ideas f...
2025-06-1025 minFinance Friends19: Meet Natalie Jollow, Head of Marketing at GlobalXWhat does it take to rise from a call centre agent to the head of marketing at a major investment firm? Nat Jollow's journey shatters expectations and offers a refreshingly honest look at career development in financial services.This episode delves deep into how modern marketing within financial services has evolved beyond creative campaigns to become a strategic, data-driven function. As Head of Marketing at GlobalX, Nat candidly discusses the importance of building stakeholder relationships, and managing a specialised team of six across different marketing disciplines.For anyone considering a marketing career or leadership role...
2025-06-0322 minFinance Friends18: Meet James Wrigley, Financial Advisor and FinfluencerWhat happens when a financial advisor goes viral? James Wrigley has amassed over 220,000 followers across social media platforms with his refreshingly authentic approach to financial advice, reaching millions of people worldwide with every post. But his success story begins far from the spotlight.Now, James is a principal advisor helping clients navigate the complex relationship between money and life satisfaction. His most powerful insight? Financial advice isn't just about numbers—it's about helping people understand what they truly want from life.For those interested in financial advising careers, James offers practical wisdom: "The hardest job to...
2025-05-2725 minFinance Friends17: Meet Nadia Jaworski, Infrastructure Strategy Advisor and Partner of Maverick AdvisorsJoin us as we sit down with Nadia Jaworski, joint founder and partner of Maverick Advisors, who pulls back the curtain on the fascinating world of social infrastructure development. With over 25 years of experience working across both government and private sectors, Nadia offers rare insights into how essential community facilities move from idea to reality.The conversation delves into the challenges facing infrastructure development today, from fiscal constraints to climate considerations. Nadia shares how COVID disrupted construction supply chains and budgets, requiring greater innovation and risk management. For aspiring professionals, Nadia's advice is refreshingly practical: "J...
2025-05-2027 minFinance Friends16: Meet Ray Becher, Property Advisor and Senior Buyers AgentWhat separates a great property purchase from a costly mistake? Ray Becher, Property Advisor and Senior Buyer's Agent at Cohen Handler, reveals the strategic depth behind successful property transactions that most buyers never consider.Drawing on three generations of property knowledge, Ray takes us through his fascinating journey from performance studies graduate to marketing professional to trusted property advisor. Ray's approach transcends simple transactions. He delves into the psychology of buying versus selling, explaining why understanding human motivation is crucial to negotiation. For those considering a career pivot, Ray offers invaluable wisdom: surround...
2025-05-1225 minFinance Friends15: Meet Marc Olynyk, Senior Lecturer and Course Director of Financial Planning.Career journeys are rarely straightforward, and Marc Olynyk's path from accounting to academia proves just that.In this weeks episode, our host Fabian Ruggieri chats with his past professor Marc, now the Senior Lecturer and Course Director at Deakin University's renowned financial planning program. Marc takes us through the unexpected twists that led him to his passion.What makes Marc's story particularly valuable for aspiring financial planners is his practical advice on breaking into the industry, he advises students every day who struggle to find their first opportunity. Having guided countless students into successful careers...
2025-05-0529 minFinance Friends14: Meet Andrew Beaumont, Director of Vest CapitalIn this weeks episode, Fabian chats with Andrew Beaumont, Director of Vest Capital. Andrew reveals the inner workings of private credit and how Vest Capital is changing the game for businesses needing fast, flexible financing solutions across Australia. Andrew's personal journey from big four accounting through management consulting to fund management provides valuable lessons for finance professionals. He emphasises surrounding yourself with exceptional talent who think differently and creating environments where ideas flow freely. Most importantly, he credits Vest Capital's rapid growth to a shared commitment to excellence and mutual support amongst their team.If y...
2025-04-2824 minFinance Friends13: Meet Sean Graham, Managing Director of Assured SupportSean Graham, Managing Director of Assured Support, takes us on a journey through the evolution of compliance in Australia's financial advice landscape. Far from the rigid box-ticking exercise of decades past, today's compliance function requires creativity, psychological insight, and commercial acumen to drive better business outcomes.What makes an exceptional compliance professional? Sean argues the best are creative problem-solvers who can contextualise regulations and influence behaviour without direct authority. For advisors seeking to build sustainable, profitable practices delivering superior client outcomes, this episode offers invaluable insights into leveraging compliance as a strategic advantage rather than vi...
2025-04-2230 minFinance Friends12: Meet Samantha Sun, Senior Manager Practice Engagement & GrowthEver wondered about the invisible support system behind successful finance professionals? This week, our host, Fabian Ruggieri chats with Samantha Sun as she pulls back the curtain on this fascinating profession in a candid conversation that explores the critical role of practice management in helping advisors build thriving businesses.As Senior Practice Engagement and Growth Manager at Entireti, Samantha supports financial planning practices across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. Her work combines strategic business coaching, accountability frameworks, and professional development initiatives that enable advisors to achieve more than they thought possible.Whether you're considering a...
2025-04-1526 minFinance Friends11: Meet David Werdiger, Family Wealth GeneralistThis week, our host, Fabian Ruggieri chats with David Werdiger, Family Wealth Generalist. Having navigated his own journey from working in his own family's business, to working on software development, to successful tech entrepreneur, and finally to his current role as an author and generalist advisor on family dynamics and wealth transition.Through this conversation, Werdiger emphasises the importance of collaboration between specialists and taking a family-centric rather than advisor-centric approach. His work through Swinburne University, Harvard Business School, and the Ultra High Net Worth Institute reflects this multifaceted approach to helping families create legacies that last...
2025-04-0834 minFinance Friends10: Meet Chris Clayton, Head of Distribution at L1 CapitalMeet Chris Clayton, Head of Distribuition at L1 Capital. Chris shares his journey with us in this episode from starting as a manager at McDonalds when he was 18, to becoming a CEO of a funds management firm by 29. This conversation peels back the curtain on success and servant leadership in finance, with Clayton explaining how important empowerment is in a team. For aspiring finance professionals, Clayton reveals his four-part framework for evaluating talent: commercial skills, technical knowledge, relationship abilities, and creativity. Whether you're just starting your finance career or leading a team, Clayton's insights on ba...
2025-03-3126 minFinance Friends9: Meet Stefan Galbo, Partner, Corporate Finance at PKFExplore the world as a Partner in Corporate Finance with this weeks guest, Stefan Galbo. Stefan shares how his humble beginnings working in a Greek restaurant through high school and university, taught him valuable life lessons, of which he continues to implement into his everyday life, and that ultimately led him to the success he wears every single day. As a long-time friend of our host, Fabian Ruggieri, Stefan is raw, authentic and incredibly insightful. Listeners gain practical tips for achieving a healthy work-life balance. He emphasises the significance of networking, communication skills, and personal growth. This e...
2025-03-2424 min