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Elephant In The RoomSteve Vamos - Author, Speaker & AdviserSteve Vamos is a global executive and former CEO with over 40 years of experience in information technology and digital media in Australia, New Zealand, the USA and Asia. He has been on the frontline of every significant technology shift and economic shock since the 1980s with companies such as IBM, Apple, Microsoft, ninemsn and Xero.
Steve’s enduring focus in all his leadership roles has been to build great teams and a business culture that supports growth and high performance. For those fortunate enough to have worked with him, Steve is widely known as the boss who motivated them to...2024-12-0844 min
Elephant In The RoomJude Batrac - Head of DEI, Coca ColaJoin Dream Culture as we sit down with Jude Batrac, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Director at The Coca-Cola Company, to unpack how to drive meaningful inclusion in the workplace.
An insights-packed discussion that focuses on practical actions for people leaders and organisations to implement. Jude dives deep into the importance of not just having a diverse team but ensuring that diversity is both in PLACE and in PLAY to truly unlock its benefits.
Drawing on her experiences from delivering the FIFA Women's World Cup™ Global DEI Summit and rolling out an APAC Psychological Safety Pilot; yo...2024-12-0636 min
Elephant In The RoomSimon Fee - Commercial Strategy & Business Leadership ExpertSimon is a seasoned commercial leader with an outstanding track record in commercial strategy and business leadership.
He has demonstrated expertise in leading multifaceted teams, forging strategic partnerships, and driving operational excellence within complex matrixed organisations.
With a talent for galvanising resources and instilling accountability, Simon adeptly articulates business imperatives, coordinates resources effectively, and cultivates a performance-driven culture. He is renowned for crafting and realising strategic visions, optimising stakeholder relations, and advocating customer-centric methodologies.
Simon holds a Master of Business Administration and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. The...2024-12-0350 min
Elephant In The RoomNadean Richards - CEO and Co-Founder, One Fine CollectiveNext up is Nadean Richards (Brennan), CEO and Co-Founder of One Fine Collective
One Fine Collective, a leading omnichannel marketing platform and exhibition company, is known for its premier lifestyle exhibitions, such as the One Fine Baby Expo, One Fine Day Wedding Fair in Sydney and Melbourne and One Fine Day Bridal Market in New York and London.
Their flagship events attract over 50,000 attendees annually, and OFC’s digital platforms boast an impressive 25 million followers. With a strong presence in the wedding and baby industries, Nadean has created a marketing platform that helps countless businesses grow.
Nadean is...2024-12-0331 min
Elephant In The RoomGaby Smith - Deputy Principal, Waverley CollegeIn this episode we delved into the culture from an education perspective. Gabrielle Smith thank you for sharing your insight and expertise with us, with over 15 years of leadership experience in this environment this enriching conversation challenged my thinking.
Some of the key learnings are;
Creating a dream culture in education requires staff engagement, collaboration, and happiness.
Feedback is essential for continuous improvement and should be sought regularly.
Managing work-life balance involves setting boundaries and prioritizing quality time with family/friends.
Core values, such as inclusive community, create action and drive a positive culture.
Leaders should stay true...2024-12-0331 min
Elephant In The RoomAdrian Byra - Co-Founder & Director, Lead GroupWith a compelling purpose Lead Group, are building the best company for the best recruiters in the world... Adrian Byra is one of those leaders who oozes a sense of empowering others and collaborative Leadership.
One thing I've learned from Adrian in our pre work, is the power of a LTI (Long term Incentive). The benefits for employees and business is a "win-win" on having a better quality of life. Rather than rewarding tenure which can in some cases lead to a stale performance... This will challenge your thinking and mind set to find a better way.2024-11-2843 min
Elephant In The RoomJennifer Anderson - CEO, Welcome HospitalityOur next Guest is the CEO of Welcome Hospitality, Jennifer Anderson.
This iconic portfolio of venues travel across Sydney and the mid-north coast of NSW, including The Glenmore, The Redfern, Toormina, Sawtell and Moonee Beach Hotels.
Jen is an Executive MBA graduate, with expertise across a range of business management and strategy disciplines. Her ability to maximizes cross-functional and adaptive leadership, growth strategies and change management has been put to the test and we can't wait to hear all about it!
Innovation in Hospitality has never been more important and present! Looking forward to delving into the...2024-11-2841 min
Elephant In The RoomLisa Alexander - Aust. Diamonds, VIS Board, High Performance Coach ConsultantWith the Olympics on, elite sport globally - Lisa has been a winning high-performance coach for the past thirty years.
Formerly the Australian Diamonds Head Coach for 10 years at the most impressive 82% winning rate, sat on the Victorian Institute of Sport Board as the Performance and Coaching Expert for 3 years, she was most recently living and working in London as Performance Director and Under 21 Head Coach of the London Pulse Netball Club in the UK. Lisa is currently working as a High-Performance Coach Consultant in her own business and this is chat is one not to miss.2024-11-2830 min
Elephant In The RoomDavid Wilson-Dowse - Leadership Facilitator, TeslaDavid Wilson Dowse is currently the Leadership Facilitator of Tesla. In this episode, we will explore how organizational culture fosters a learning environment where experimentation and adaptation thrive. David has made remarkable contributions, including:
Leading large-scale transformation initiatives in technology organizations for decades.
Designing and implementing 'Leading Change' programs for leaders at a major media company.
Creating and executing a year-long 'Future Leaders' program with executive coaching for emerging executives at a prominent Australian brand.2024-11-2137 min
Elephant In The RoomGary Ryan - CEO, Organisations That Matter18 years in business, CEO Gary Ryan shares some of the wins and challenges he and his team have experienced. With raw stories, lessons and tools at hand - We would love to hear your feedback on what your key take away is?
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Elephant In The RoomAnna Sheppard - CEO, BambuddhaThis Interview focuses on Leadership, Culture, Work life Balance, Values, Honestly and the Power of Kindness in work. If you want to feel inspired "to do good, better" be sure not to miss Anna's generosity in her learnings though business and life. So many key learnings for all!
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Gary Ryan Moving Beyond Being Good®Unlocking Potential: How to create a HIGH-PERFORMANCE cultureSummaryShelly McElroy, founder of Dream Culture, joins Gary Ryan on the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast to discuss the importance of creating a positive and productive work culture. They emphasize the impact that a toxic culture can have on individuals and the entire organisation. Shelly shares her journey of starting her own business and the courage required to take that leap. They discuss the need for leaders to be clear about their culture and to prioritize it as much as their financial goals. They also highlight the importance of open communication, feedback, and continuous learning...2024-08-2942 min
Power Moves OnlyE14 - Shelly McElroy on Powerful Leadership + Building Team CultureShelly McElroy is shaping the next generation of powerful business leaders.
Shelly hails from Dublin, Ireland, with a Bachelors of Science in Communication. She is an esteemed Culture and Leadership expert with years of experience leading Shelly McElroy hails from Dublin, Ireland, with a Bachelors of Science in Communication. She is an esteemed Culture and Leadership expert with years of experience leading teams with as many as 120 members. Passionate about people, communication and fast-paced environments, Shelly uses her warmth and charisma to help leaders seek their highest potential. She has successfully helped countless companies and leaders create su...2023-11-0537 min
Stories that StirConnection in a Bowl of Pasta - Shelly McElroyThis is a story of two unlikely friends connecting during a time of ultimate fear, due to the pandemic. An unbreakable friendship developed distantly over a bowl of pasta, causing ripples in the community, and bringing families hope, in a time of despair.
Host application form:https://forms.gle/eGNUbdpR72EnrtkX6
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Social media handles:@storiesthatstir
Event links:https://events.humanitix.com/stories-that-stir-freedom
Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/StoriesthatStir2023-10-2510 min
Leading ConversationsBuilding a LegacyWhen the patriarch of the family business passes unexpectedly, the impact can lead the business to fold. In the case of RD Jones Group, that’s what many looking in from the outside expected. But for Danielle and Luke Donaldson, the daughter and son in law of Richard Jones, the impact was seismic, in fact you can still hear it in Danielle’s voice, 6 years since Richard’s accident. But they’re made of tough stuff, they’re resilient and with a strong team backing them up, they’ve not only maintained the business but expanded it and won industry awar...2022-09-1328 min
The Mike Slater ShowSan Diego's Crime and Homeless ProblemFormer San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer fills in for Mike today. His guests this hour are Bob McElroy from the Alpha Project and former SDPD Chief Shelly Zimmerman. They discuss the current situation and whether we're taking the right approach.2022-08-0538 min
Let's Get Visible with Dorz BrownEmpowering High Performing Teams with Shelly McElroyIn today's episode, I am joined by Shelly McElroy.
Her background has always involved large groups of people and fast-paced environments. Media and communications, and hospitality have been where she has thrived. She has led large teams of up to 120 people in previous roles as General Manager and Licensee.
Her in-depth understanding of people from work, education and travel experiences, means she can work in a wide range of industries with people from all backgrounds. She is particularly passionate about maximising individuals’ potential which results in a greater contribution to the team. Her strength is co...2021-06-0140 min
Dragon Talk - An Official Dungeons & Dragons PodcastD&D Live 2019: The Descent Special Episode 2We're descending back to Los Angeles for a second special episode of Dragon Talk from D&D Live 2019! After a warm welcome from Greg and Shelly, host Anna Prosser interviews Stacy King, Shelly Mazzanoble, Kate Welch, and Jim Zub on the brand new products coming your way! Later, Greg & Shelly interview more special guests on day two of the event, including Steve Wark, Adam Bradford, Ben Loomes, Lysa Chen, and Matt McElroy.
Here's a guide to when each segment on the podcast begins:
00:00: Intro with Greg Tito and Shelly Mazzanoble
01:30: D&D Live Product Announcements
32:39: Interview with Steve Wark/Warriors...2019-05-311h 08
Dragon Talk - An Official Dungeons & Dragons PodcastD&D Live 2019: The Descent Special Episode 2We're descending back to Los Angeles for a second special episode of Dragon Talk from D&D Live 2019! After a warm welcome from Greg and Shelly, host Anna Prosser interviews Stacy King, Shelly Mazzanoble, Kate Welch, and Jim Zub on the brand new products coming your way! Later, Greg & Shelly interview more special guests on day two of the event, including Steve Wark, Adam Bradford, Ben Loomes, Lysa Chen, and Matt McElroy. Here's a guide to when each segment on the podcast begins: 00:00: Intro with Greg Tito and Shelly Mazzanoble 01:30: D&D Live Product Announcements 32:39: Interview with Steve Wark...2019-05-311h 08