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Welcome to NOT the Rob Bell Podcast where we talk with business owners, marketers, and professionals to extract what makes people and businesses successful.
I am in fact, Rob Bell, but it's not about me. Let's get the conversation started.
I am in fact, Rob Bell, but it's not about me. Let's get the conversation started.
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Julia Lessing is an Actuary. You may not know what that is, but Actuaries are behind some of the biggest forecasting and financial modelling decisions made in business. But even if you know what an Actuary does, you may not realise how it's used to make people-focused decisions.
We explore just how Actuaries perform what seems to be Mathematical Magic, how their data informs intelligent decision making for Complex People Oriented problems, and so much more on Episide #028 of NOT The Rob Bell Podcast.
Find Guardian Actuarial at
https://www.guardianactuarial.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/guardian-actuarial/
Emily Beatty is the marketing manager at Eastcoast Beverages, one of the Central Coast's largest manufacturers, and one of only a few Aussie-owned fresh juice manufacturers left in Australia.
With a 50year history of making orange juice and more, we find out what's working with their marketing, where they're finding success, and challenges along the way. All that and more!
More about Eastcoast's Day On The Farm: https://www.eastcoastbeverages.com.au/harvest-festival.html
Follow Eastcoast Beverages on
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastcoast_beverages/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastcoastbev
Website: https://www.eastcoastbeverages.com.au/
Tara Senam has worked in hospitality all of her working life. Now she heads up Meraki Group, forging her own path with popular destinations on the Central Coast including Pinoccios Wine, Motel Mezza at Wyong, and The Pantry at Forresters Beach.
We discuss fostering talent in a challenging labour market, how to stand out from the crowd and become a destination, and so much more.
Connect with Tara - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-senam-1a521162/
Pinocchios Wine & Pizza Gosford - http://www.pinocchioswinebar.com.au/
Motel Mezza - https://www.motelmezza.com.au/
The Pantry - https://thepantryfb.com.au/
Amanda Kassis-Page is Founder and Salon Director at Intouch Hair Creations, on the NSW Central Coast.
We talk about growing a business to become one of the leading local salons, how customer experience is pivotal to success. We discuss challenges and unexpected successes from the pandemic shutdown, and so much more.
Follow Intouch Hair Creations at
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intouchhair
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Intouch-Hair-Creations-498081563602836/
Website: https://www.intouchhaircreations.com.au/
Jeff Weber is the owner of Coffee Port at Terrigal, on the NSW Central Coast. Many of us love a great coffee, and Jeff's meticulous planning and focus on consistency helps Coffee Port deliver a consistent, high quality experience every time. We chat about that, his journey, and some amazing environmental initiatives which are fundamental to Coffee Port's operations.
Follow Coffee Port at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffee.port/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coffeeportcoffee/
Website: https://www.coffeeport.com.au/
Adam Long, also known as The Ethical CEO, works with Ethical and Sustainable businesses. We discuss the differences between a Social Enterprise, and a regular company with a cause "bolted on", what it takes to make a successful Social Enterprise, how to get Matt Damon to wear your socks, and so much more.
Peace Mitchell is co-founder of the Women's Business School, and Ausmumpreneur.
She's faced her own challenges starting and building her own businesses, and is now helping other Women forge their own business success.
We talk about challenges in business, taking a leap into new territory, securing grants to fulfill purpose, and so much more. This is a great discussion, with amazing insights.
https://ausmumpreneur.com/
https://www.thewomensbusinessschool.com/
1In this episode of Not The Rob Bell Podcast, Jackie takes us through the world of Venture Capital.
She's worked in startups but is now Investment Manager at Airtree Ventures, an Aussie VC firm which has invested in Prospa, Canva, and so many more.
We chat about misconceptions around Venture Capital, how Venture funds are looking for investable businesses, just as much as businesses are looking for investors. It's an insightful discussion and lifts some of the mystery from how Venture Capital works - check it out!
Connect with Jackie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jvullinghs/
Jackie's website: www.jvullinghs.com
Airtree Ventures: https://www.airtree.vc/
Starting her professional career as a Teacher, Naomi founded Kimberlin Education, which is a specialist agency for delivering innovative and exciting education programmes to suit their clients' needs and objectives.
We cover so much in this chat including Naomi's journey from educator to founder, and a failed (albeit popular) startup along the way. We also discuss the challenges of scaling a business operating in the notoriously challenging education sector, but also how getting the formula right becomes a powerful tool. We ran a little over time on this one but it's a great discussion with loads of interesting insights.
Nick Roberts has performed opening acts for Bon Jovi and toured the USA with his band October Rage. While cherishing those experiences, he's found a passion for investment.
Launching his book The Rockstar Investor he's sharing his knowledge with a growing worldwide audience.
We talk about life on the road, lessons learnt from investing, how mindset can change your life, and so much more.
Lisa Vincent is Co-Founder of Savv-e Australia, a Digital Learning agency established 20 years ago.
They've also recently launched their productised version of their service with their new digital learning platform How Too.
We discuss the challenges of starting a tech company as a non-technical founder, spooling up a vertical to your existing business, the importance of accessibility and how it's often overlooked in technology and training.
It's a great discussion with some amazing insights.
Yemi Penn has a truly amazing story to tell. She's overcome adversity to become a self-made millionaire.
Yemi is a Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects you've ever seen.
Ever moving forward, she's founded Penny Consulting, W Squared Coaching, written a book "Did You Get The Memo", owns an F45 Gym in the UK, launched her own podcast, and so much more.
Jeanette is the CEO and Founder of Hacker Exchange. They're supercharging the next generation of startups and leaders.
We talk about bridging the gaps between employment and business, how diversity improves products and outcomes, and the power of networking. That and so much more in this amazing discussion!
Hacker Exchange: https://hacker.exchange/
Jeanette Cheah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanettecheah/
Stuart has built his company SCV Imports to become one of the leading importers of push bikes for the top end of the market.
With a deep-seated passion as an athlete in this space, he's transformed his athletic energy into building his business.
We talk about navigating the challenges of imports and warehousing, the impact of a financial crisis and currency fluctuations, and how being an expert in your field separates you from the pack.
Kate Young is the Senior Manager for Customer Centricity and Capability at ANZ.
This insightful discussion looks at how to drive cultural change in huge organisations using a customer-centric perspective.
This is an amazing podcast with some fantastic insights.
Connect with Kate: https://www.linkedin.com/in/youngkate1/
Josh Maxwell is driving youth engagement with the arts with the Central Coast's leading Youth-focused theatre production company, Jopuka Productions.
We discuss the value of driving PR with no budget, how to obtain funding and grants for important projects, sticking to your core values, and the transition from performer to business owner.
Find out more about Jopuka Productions at https://www.jopuka.org.au/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jopukaproductions
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jopukaproductionsinc/
Jason Cole is a professional wedding photographer, and has photographed over 2,000 weddings during his career.
We discuss how important network is for a successful photography business, the challenges of dealing with the biggest day of people's lives, and so much more.
https://www.colestudios.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/colestudioshq
https://www.instagram.com/colestudios/
Carly Carmichael is Marketing Manager for Central Coast Mariners Football Club. She took an unconventional route to her role, but importantly, isn't afraid to roll up her sleeves and get the job done.
We talk about the challenges of marketing a regional sporting club, expectations vs reality, the Usain Bolt experience and the PR boost for the club, and so much more.
Website: https://www.ccmariners.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CCMariners
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CCMariners/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ccmariners
Rachel Spratt is a best-selling author and television writer. She is known for the Peski Kids, Friday Barnes and Nanny Piggins series of books. However she cut her teeth in television writing jokes for Good News Week and many others. We chat about the business of writing and discipline it takes, the cut-throat world of TV, and so many aspects of being a successful author. It's a great discussion and not to be missed. You can find R.A. Spratt at www.raspratt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raspratt/
Chef Scott Fox purchased Pearls on the Beach with his wife and business partner Melissa 17yrs ago. In that time, they've evolved the restaurant to one of the premiere fine dining destinations on the Central Coast.
We have a great discussion around the business journey, challenges in the cut-throat world of hospitality, managing teams, and so much more.
We're also really excited that as of today, Pearls on the Beach is reopening for dining service! Show them some support!
Check out Pearls on the Beach - pearlsonthebeach.com.au
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