The Kofkin Bond’s Podcast

191 - Drive with Wayne Walsh

In this week's episode, Wayne Walsh joins us from Premiair Group. Premiair Group is a leading provider of commercial air conditioning and mechanical applications to the domestic, industrial, and commercial sectors. Established in 2000, they specialise in industrial and commercial installation and maintenance of air conditioning, refrigeration, and mechanical systems. The Australian-owned and operated company prides itself on quality of service, friendly staff, reliability of products, and consistently fast response times to callouts.

Wayne walks us through his story from his childhood upbringing to his inner drive that has seen him succeed in business and sport. He talks about family life and the balance of bringing in family to a business. Wayne's story is one of hard work and determination and one you will all enjoy. 

190 - Journalism with Mark Fuller

In this weeks podcast we have the privilege of hosting a distinguished guest, Mark Fuller, the Senior Editor of the renowned publication, The Age.

Mark is a veteran journalist with an unparalleled passion for uncovering the truth and shedding light on pressing issues shaping our world. With decades of experience in the field, Mark has established himself as a trusted source of information with an unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity.

As the Senior Editor at The Age, Mark oversees a team of talented journalists and plays a pivotal role in guiding the publication's editorial direction. Mark will share his thoughts on the evolving media landscape, the importance of investigative journalism, and the role of journalists in holding power to account. We will explore his experiences, personal insights, and the challenges he faces.

189 - Private Equity with Peter Scrine

Today's guest is Peter Scrine. Peter is the Business Development Director at Crescent Capital, a prominent Australian private equity firm. With over 15 years of experience at Crescent Capital, Peter has been instrumental in driving the firm's growth and success. He has actively participated in five fundraises and has been involved in multiple investments, contributing to the firm's impressive track record.

Crescent Capital Partners has been at the forefront of supporting emerging and growth companies in Australia and New Zealand since its establishment in 2000. With their deep in-house expertise, the firm has raised over $3 billion across six funds, completed more than 45 foundation investments, and provided assistance with over 150 follow-on acquisitions.

Before joining Crescent Capital in 2007, Peter Scrine made his mark in the Australian radio industry. He held senior executive positions at Macquarie Radio, Win Corporation, and the Austero network. During his time as the National Partnerships Director within Austereo, Peter was a pioneer of multimedia strategies. He developed immersive strategies for national brands, advertising agencies, government departments, SMEs, and NFPs, leveraging a wide variety of entertainment media assets.

Throughout this episode, we'll be discussing Peter's journey in the private equity industry, his insights into the Australian market, and the strategies employed by Crescent Capital to support and grow their portfolio companies. 

188 - Mirrored Horizons with Julia Strangio-McRae

This week's guest is Julia Strangio-McRae, a Co-Founder of Mirrored Horizons. Alongside her partner, Emmaline, Julia recognised a missing element in the lives of businesses and individuals—a crucial ability to step back and gain a deep understanding of their core identity. Julia understands that in order to thrive, both businesses and individuals must be rooted in their fundamentals, paving the way for effortless decision-making and success that naturally emerges from nurturing growth-focused environments.

At Mirrored Horizons, Julia and her team offer a bespoke process tailored to empower, align, and bring clarity to how you, your team, and your business operate. With a deep understanding that each person's idea of success is unique, Mirrored Horizons rejects the notion of a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, they draw upon a diverse range of tools and techniques to ensure that the solutions they provide are customized to your specific needs and aspirations.

Join us in this thought-provoking conversation with Julia Strangio-McRae as we explore the power of self-reflection, the infinite possibilities of the future, and the transformative impact of Mirrored Horizons' empowering approach. Get ready to uncover new insights and strategies that will help you forge a path toward personal and professional growth.

187 - Skills for Life with Dr Lillian Nejad

In this episode, we have the honor of hosting Dr. Lillian Nejad, a highly experienced clinical psychologist and author passionate about improving mental health and well-being. With a career spanning 25 years, Dr. Lillian Nejad has worked in various settings, including public mental health services, universities, private practice, and community and corporate organisations.

Driven to make psychological support more accessible, Dr. Lillian Nejad founded "Skills for Life," an initiative that offers science-backed courses, workshops, and coaching to empower individuals in reducing anxiety, managing stress, and creating a balanced and contented life. She believes everyone deserves access to effective strategies and skills to enhance mental health, resilience, and confidence.

Join us as we delve into this captivating conversation, filled with valuable knowledge and inspiring anecdotes from Dr. Lillian Nejad extensive experience. Get ready to gain the skills you need to enhance your mental well-being, reduce stress, and navigate life's challenges with confidence.

 

Here are some links that you may find helpful:

 

Skills for Life—anxiety, stress and sleep courses

www.drlilliannejad.com

Contain Your Brain—worry app

www.containyourbrain.com

Spotify: Free relaxation & mindfulness collections

Practical Mindfulness: Come to Your Senses: Brief exercises focussed on your senses

Find Your Calm: Relaxation & Mindfulness Techniques: Variety of techniques to reduce stress

186 - The Leading Edge with Ana Reed

Join us as we dive into the minds of trailblazers, innovators, and visionaries who are pushing the boundaries of leadership. In this episode, we feature Ana Reed, a CEO, executive advisor, and award-winning entrepreneur. 

Uncover Ana's remarkable journey—from a multicultural Australian upbringing to working with top CEOs across six continents. Explore her passion for human performance and its connection to effective leadership. 

Get ready to be inspired as Ana shares her groundbreaking insights on purpose-driven leadership, sustainability, and creating exponential change within companies. 

Tune in and unlock the secrets to personal and professional transformation. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode that will challenge your perspective and ignite your drive for success!

185 - Standing Up with Jaynaya Winmar

In this week's podcast Jamie and Tony sit down with Jaynaya Winmar. Jaynaya is proud Noongar/Balladong woman from Quairading in the wheatbelt region of Western Australia. She is an esteemed advocate and changemaker who has dedicated her life to fighting for justice, sustainability, and the rights of indigenous communities.

Hailing from a background rich in indigenous heritage, Jaynaya's experiences and upbringing have shaped her commitment to addressing the pressing issues of our time. Jaynaya's journey has been marked by countless achievements and impactful moments. From organising grassroots campaigns to engaging with governments and corporations, she has consistently fought to ensure that the voices of indigenous communities are heard and respected. Her tireless efforts have resulted in significant positive change, inspiring others to join the fight for a sustainable and equitable future.

In this thought-provoking episode, we'll explore the challenges Jaynaya faces as an indigenous leader, the strategies she employs to effect change, and the success stories that have emerged from her work. We'll also gain insights into the importance of education and allyship, as well as her vision for the future.

184 - Tough Love with Peter Lyndon-James

We had the incredible opportunity to host Peter Lyndon-James on our podcast for an honest and heartfelt conversation. 

Peter shares his journey from a troubled childhood to founding Shalom House, a highly respected non-profit organization in Western Australia. Accredited against the Alcohol and Other Drug Human Services Standard, Shalom House provides life-changing support to those struggling with addiction.

In our podcast, Peter speaks candidly and with raw emotion about his battles with crime, drug addiction, and imprisonment, eventually bringing him to his lowest point. But at this darkest moment, he discovered the power of faith, determination, and resilience, ultimately turning his life around. and his ongoing mission to change lives at Shalom House.  It's a story that will inspire and offer a fresh perspective for us 'geeks.'

Peter Lyndon-James' remarkable story serves as a testament to the transformative power of hope and redemption. His unwavering commitment to helping others overcome addiction has left a lasting, positive impact on the community.

183 - AI-powered automation with Dan Pace and Sri Bhargav

In this weeks podcast Tony & Vaughan are joined by the team at provenioai.

With a keen eye for innovation and modernisation, provenioai wanted to venture into something new and unique, which led them to conceptualise an AI-powered automation platform that could be used to help modernise the workplace and free people of outdated manual processes.

In this podcast provenioai provide insight on how smart solutions can help solve back-office inefficiencies, and proactively address the compounding pressures of people availability and unsustainable workloads.

182 - Artificial Intelligence with Mark Metzeling

Tony and Vaughan are joined by leading Australian intellectual property lawyer, and AI expert Mark Metzeling.

The benefits and costs of AI are discussed, including how AI should be embraced in schools and universities. Mark explains how the fast development of technology is a tool to enhance the lives of educators and businesses, and the early adoption of Chat GPT will help optimise the tool for future use.