AmCham's 'How Business Really Works' Podcast
82 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe AmCham Podcast shines a spotlight on some of Australia's leading business professionals, who share their knowledge and best business practices with you. Join us regularly to hear professionals from a range of diverse industries and also to get the latest updates from AmCham Australia.
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HBRW-82: Digital Journey with Moe Ali
March 27, 2018 04:17 - 31 minutes - 33.1 MBWhat's new in technology and how can your business stay ahead of the game? Moe Ali, Group Vice President of Gartner ANZ, talks to Duff about cyber-security, the importance of incorporating technology insights and information to the core of business management, and how to avoid, "The Trough of Disillusionment." Gartner is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. They deliver the technology-related insight necessary for their clients to make the right decisio...
HBRW-81: Lobbying: Demystifying the "Dark Art" with Matthew Hingerty
January 22, 2018 01:02 - 40 minutes - 91.7 MBWhat is a lobbyist? Who uses lobbyists? What value do lobbying firms add? Answering these questions with our host Duff Watkins is Matthew Hingerty, CEO & Managing Director at Barton Deakin. Matthew Hingerty is one of the most experienced political and industry figures working in government relations consulting in Australia. He leads Barton Deakin’s national government relations business and is responsible for all client quality assurance along with assisting Barton Deakin’s clients in the ...
HBRW-80: NASA and the Future of Space Exploration with Robert M. Lightfoot Jr.
January 07, 2018 19:00 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBDid you know some of the research conducted in space makes our lives on Earth better? Interested in learning more? Join host Duff Watkins and our guest Robert M. Lightfoot Jr. on this episode of the How Business Really Works Podcast. Robert Lightfoot is NASA’s Acting Administrator, a role he added January 20 in addition to his permanent position for the last five years as NASA’s Associate Administrator, the agency's highest-ranking civil servant position. Robert Lightfoot is NASA’s Acting ...
HBRW-79: Highlights of 2017 - Best of Self Improvemnent
December 24, 2017 16:00 - 37 minutes - 38.1 MBWelcome to the last How Business Really Works episode of 2017. In this edition we will be listening to some of our past best discussions on self improvement. Our guests include Andre Alphonso, Sue Langley, Nathan Williams, Allan Parker and our hosts Dr Duff Watkins and Michael Schoettler. Andre Alphonso of The Ariel Group Australia discusses your personal presence and where specific techniques can be drawn from. Sue Langley of Langley Group speaks on developing positive leadership sk...
HBRW-78: Be Heard! Why People Don't Listen to You and What to Do About It with Michael Kelly
December 11, 2017 05:07 - 32 minutes - 74.4 MBOn this episode of our How Business Really Works Podcast, Michael Kelly joins host Duff Watkins to discuss what you have to do to be heard. Michael Kelly is the founder and the director of Kelly Speech Communication. His work focuses on helping his clients in three key areas: 1. Business pitch consulting 2. Executive personal communication consulting 3. Corporate communication consulting. Michael holds a Master of Science degree in Speech Pathology and a Bachelor of Arts degree in En...
HBRW-77: How to tell your Story with Mark Schenk
November 26, 2017 23:02 - 34 minutes - 78.1 MBJoining host Duff Watkins on this How Business Really Works episode is Mark Schenk, Managing Director, Anecdote International Pty Ltd. Mark left the Air Force in 1998 after a 20-year career as a logistics officer. His foray into the consulting world took a surprising twist when he stumbled across the incredible natural power of stories. This led to a major change of career to focus on discovering how organisations and leaders can tap into this power. Anecdote was formed in 2004. The com...
HBRW-76: Why is Infrastructure so Important with Mark Moseley
November 12, 2017 18:30 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBEverybody wants better infrastructure. Have you wondered why this is such a hot topic? Joining our host Duff Watkins on this HBRW episode is Mark Moseley, Chief Operating Office, Global Infrastructure Hub. Launched by the G20 in 2014, the Global Infrastructure Hub has a mandate to grow the global pipeline of quality, bankable infrastructure projects. By facilitating knowledge sharing, highlighting reform opportunities and connecting the public and private sectors, our ambitious goal is t...
HBRW-75: Think Simple with Ken Segall
October 30, 2017 22:25 - 42 minutes - 64.4 MBEvery human being on earth was born with a preference for simplicity, businesses that recognise this benefit greatly. Joining our podcast host Michael Schoettler today is Ken Segall. Ken Segall worked closely with Steve Jobs for over 12 years as his ad agency creative director spanning NeXT and Apple. He led the creative team behind Apple’s famous Think Different campaign, and is responsible for that little “i” in the name of so many revolutionary Apple products. Ken is the New York Tim...
HBRW-74: Unlocking the Power of Diversity with Kirsten O'Doherty
October 30, 2017 22:21 - 35 minutes - 48.7 MBDid you know the things that naturally attracts and supports female participation in the work force in simpler than you may think? It isn't about a positive gender bias and it isn't simply about having a female GM, it comes down to not making assumptions and creating a progressive work environment. To hear more, listen in as Kirsten O'Doherty and Duff Watkins discuss all this and more. Kirsten O’Doherty is the General Manager of biopharmaceutical company, AbbVie, for Australia and New ...
HBRW-73: The Leadership Paradigm with Jeremy Carter
October 01, 2017 18:30 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBHow you make people feel is much more important than what you say or what you do. Our podcast guest today, Jeremy Carter, Chief Enthusiasm Officer, Rapport Leadership International joins Duff Watkins to discuss why you should take this into account. Rapport Leadership International has a thirty year track record of offering unique and challenging leadership programs which empower new leaders, executives and business owners with the confidence, self-esteem, and focus necessary to improve th...
HBRW-72: 5 Trends Shaping Smart Security with Mark Dunn
September 17, 2017 19:30 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBIs your office secure? Is it safe? Is your building, school, airport, jail, hotel secure? Smart technology is upgrading rapidly. Joining host Duff Watkins on this How Business Really Works podcast is Mark Dunn, General Manager of Honeywell Building Solutions, Australia/NZ. Listen in to learn how we've come a long way from the security guard and alarm systems and discover the five trends that are shaping smart security. Honeywell Building Solutions helps to ensure commercial buildings, ...
HBRW-71: Does Your Sales Message Work For or Against You? With Nathan Williams
September 03, 2017 20:00 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MBWhat's your message? Is your pitch turning prospects away? On this episode of AmCham's How Business Really Works podcast host Duff Watkins discusses why a great pitch or message is more important than ever with guest Nathan Williams. Nathan Williams holds a Master of Management from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management and presents regularly for industry groups, associations and CEO networks. Nathan’s workshops are practical and tactical, delivering easy to implement skills so parti...
HBRW-70: US Australia Alliance - Is It Still Important with Valerie Fowler
August 21, 2017 01:33 - 24 minutes - 36.5 MBNobody makes it through life without allies; whether it's business or politics, everybody needs them. On this episode of AmCham's How Business Really Works podcast host Duff Watkins discusses the US Australian alliance and what its going to be like for the next 75 years with guest Consul General, Valerie Fowler. Valerie Crites Fowler is a career member of the U.S. Senior Foreign Service, with the rank of Minister Counselor. From 2012-2015, she served in the Bureau of Public Affairs as Depu...
HBRW-69: The Business of Science & The Science of Business with Larry Marshall
August 13, 2017 20:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MBCan a CEO be a scientist? Can a scientist be a CEO? Have you ever wondered what science knows about business? What do they contribute? A lot more than you are probably aware of! Joining us on our How Business Really works is Dr Larry Marshall, Chief Executive, CSIRO. Dr Larry Marshall is Chief Executive of CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency and innovation catalyst. For almost a century, CSIRO has translated excellent science into profound impact for the benefit of all Australians a...
HBRW-68: The Key to Expanding Globally with Bruno Mascart
July 30, 2017 20:00 - 27 minutes - 42.8 MBHave you ever wanted to expand your business overseas? Wondering how you can even start? Find out on this AmCham podcast, where we hear from Bruno Mascart, the Managing Partner of Asia Pacific of Altios International. A leading global advisory firm focused on international expansion and cross-border investments, Alitos International aids companies expand and invest globally. Throughout the podcast, Bruno mentions how Altios gets to understand each company's strengths, weaknesses, goals...
HBRW-67: Trade in The 21st Century with Nate Olson
July 16, 2017 20:00 - 35 minutes - 51 MBWonder how the economy is affected by international trade? Questioning how the Trump administration will change trade policy? Find out on this AmCham "How Business Really Works" podcast. Guest Nate Olson discusses hard-hitting issues involving trade in the 21st century, trade under Trump, and changes to the TPP with host Duff Watkins. Nate Olson is currently at The Stimson Center, a nonpartisan policy research center attempting to find pragmatic solutions to threats to security and prosper...
HBRW-66: Anthropology as a Powerful Business Tool
July 02, 2017 20:00 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBAre you wondering how anthropology and business strategy can coincide? Listen in on this AmCham "How Business Really Works" podcast to gain insight on this powerful business tool with guest Douglas "DJ" Belton and host Duff Watkins. DJ works as a Senior Design Researcher for PwC Australia in the Experience Centre, conducting research to inform strategy, product and service development. Prior, DJ worked as the Organisational Anthropologist and Senior UX Consultant for PwC Australia, impleme...
65 - Tom Moore - Veterans: the Untapped Business Resource
June 18, 2017 20:00 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBToday you’ll learn why Australian veterans are taking over corporate Australia and could be one of the best hires you ever make! Discussing this with host Duff Watkins is Tom Moore, Managing Director and CEO, WithYouWithMe. WithYouWithMe is the brain child of Tom Moore, a veteran who has deep experience in the transition process. As Managing Director and CEO, Tom operates and runs the organisation’s mentoring product, oversees and advises the development of the software, is in charge of ...
64 - Mike Iarossi - A Blueprint for Innovation it's not what you think
June 04, 2017 20:30 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBJoining our host Duff Watkins is guest Mike Iarossi, Managing Director, Redshift Consulting. Mike has a diverse background, which includes experience as a former member of the U.S. Special Operations, behavioural therapist, entrepreneur and as an innovation consultant; where he’s led engagements across multiple industries including manufacturing, logistics, financial services and telecommunications. Originally from the US, Mike completed his undergraduate degree in Psychology at the Univ...
63 - Chargé d'affaires James Carouso - USA Alliance or Reliance
May 21, 2017 20:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBJoining our host Duff Watkins today is guest Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. James Carouso. Mr. Carouso is a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor. He arrived in Canberra in July 2016 as the Deputy Chief of Mission, and assumed the role of Chargé upon the departure of Ambassador John Berry in September 2016. This is Mr. Carouso’s second tour in Australia. As an economic officer based in Canberra in the early 2000s he was a member of the negotiating team for the...
62 - Guillaume Lucci - Port Efficiency
May 07, 2017 20:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBDid you know that many infrastructure projects are completed late, over budget and unsuccessfully? So many that government and financial institutions expect and now plan for poor performance, but it doesn't have to be that way. Today you'll discover that there are no cheap ports. Building, operating and running a port is costly... but is it cost effective? You'll learn why technology is less important than you think when it comes to ports and you'll hear the six ways of successfully deli...
61 - Mark Langley - The High Cost of Low Performance
April 23, 2017 20:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBOn this episode of AmCham's 'How Business Really Works' podcast we discuss the high cost of low performance with our guest Mark Langley, President and CEO, Project Management Institute (PMI). You will learn how to drive change in your organisation that will increase efficiency, you'll hear how the trend to find champions in project management in organisations is literally saving millions and capturing value and you'll discover why the new legislation in the U.S. is a game changer on how p...
60 - Guillaume Lucci - The Importance of Ports
April 10, 2017 00:42 - 18 minutes - 26.1 MBAre you aware of the importance and impact that ports have on your life? It's greater than you think! Joining us on this episode of AmCham's 'How Business Really Works' Podcast is Guillaume Lucci, Vice President and Director of Global Engineering at International Container Terminal Services, Inc. You'll learn how 90% of the world’s trade is seaborne, you'll hear how ports facilitate trade and you'll see how everything you do, eat, drink, wear and consume comes via a port. Thank you...
59 - Dr David Smith - Deciphering US Politics
March 26, 2017 19:30 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBToday we turn to politics, in particular, US politics. Joining us today for a special extended episode is Australia's 'go-to guy' for deciphering US politics Dr David Smith, Academic Director and Senior Lecturer in American Politics and Foreign Policy, United States Studies Centre. David Smith is jointly appointed between the US Studies Centre and the School of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Sydney. Smith has a PhD in political science from the University of Michiga...
58 - Allan Parker - Negotiating Magic - Would-Could-Might
March 12, 2017 19:30 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBNegotiating, it’s something everyone does every day. Our guest today, Allan Parker, shares three little words that are the key to unlocking our potential in negotiating better while also having more productive conversations. Would, could, might. What could we do? What might we do? What would you do if there was something that you always wanted to do but have been frightened to do? Allan Parker is the Managing Director of Peak Performance Development Pty Ltd, a Sydney based consu...
57- Sue Langley - Positive Leadership
February 26, 2017 19:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBOn today's podcast you'll explore a roadmap for developing positive leaders underpinned by positive psychology, how leaders can become positive energizers and catalysts for organisational change and stratergies leaders can employ to create a positive culture and thriving performance in individuals, teams and the whole organisation with our host Michael Schoettler and his guest Sue Langley. Sue Langley is a speaker, master trainer, global business consultant, researcher and leading advisor ...
56 - Garry Browne AM - How to Build Successful Brands
February 12, 2017 19:30 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBIf you're interested in seeing why developing and implementing a disciplined, focused and energetic strategy for brands is the key to business success then this podcast is for you! Joining us on this podcast episode is Garry Browne AM, CEO and Managing Director, Stuart Alexander & Co. Garry has forged a career as an expert in transforming organisations that have lost their way through a combination of cultural change and innovative practices. Garry is a respected business and industry...
55 - Andre Alphonso - Personal Presence
January 29, 2017 19:00 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBAre you interested in learning dramatic techniques to influence, motivate and inspire others? Our podcast guest today, Andre Alphonso of The Ariel Group Australia will give you insights on where these techniques can be drawn from. Andre will let you know how you can bring out your best in high-stake interactions through personal presence and he will share with you the ability to make profound authentic connections with people. The Ariel Group is an international training firm and regist...
54 - Highlights of 2016 - Some Sound Advice
January 15, 2017 19:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBWelcome to the second part of our 2016 highlights. The episode brings sound advice from some of our previously recorded special guests. You'll hear from: Andy Vesey, Managing Director and CEO AGL Eneregy as he discusses the value businesses offer consumers and how it is evolving. Moe Ali, Group Vice President for Gartner Australia and New Zealand who gave an insightful analysis of the Gartner 2016 CEO Survey on what is means to be tech savvy. Gavin Fox-Smith, Managing Director a...
53 - Highlights of 2016 Interviews
January 01, 2017 20:30 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBIn this Christmas Special Podcast we hear from Dr Duff Watkins, Steve Schmidt - Vice Chairman Public Affairs at Edelman, Former U.S. Ambassador to Australia Jeffrey Bleich, Matt Bai - National Political Columnist at Yahoo! News, Governor of Nevada, Brian Sandoval and Governor of Virginia, Terry McAuliffe. Thank you for your continued support of this podcast . Please continue to let us know how we can improve this service for you by sending an email to [email protected].
52 - Cory Middleton - Hidden Forces Shaping your A Game
December 18, 2016 22:59 - 26 minutes - 60.6 MBCory Middleton today speaks to our host Duff Watkins about your 'A Game' and the hidden forces that are shaping it. Do you have an A Game? Can you find your A Game? Listen in to hear all about it! Dr Cory Middleton is an internationally recognised mental toughness expert, speaker and mindset coach (Performance Psychologist) providing performance enhancement workshops and one-on-one coaching to help you Activate Your A-Game. Cory helps business and sporting teams to get unstuck - activat...
51 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Andy Lew - How to Stay in Style for 198 Years
December 06, 2016 22:40 - 29 minutes - 36.2 MBToday our host Duff Watkins learns how a business of style stays in style with his guest Andy Lew, Managing Director Asia Pacific at Brooks Brothers. You'll learn how America's original clothier has survived in every changing, sometime turbulent, global economic environment for 198 years. You'll also find out why 39 out of 44 US Presidents wear one particular brand of clothing! In 1818, Henry Sands Brooks founded Brooks Brothers, the first ready-to-wear fashion emporium in America. Since...
50 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Governor of Virginia Terry McAuliffe - Building a New Virginia Economy
November 28, 2016 00:30 - 18 minutes - 19.3 MBOur host Duff Watkins speaks with the 72nd Governor of Virginia, Terry McAuliffe on this podcast episode. Since being sworn-into office, Governor McAuliffe has aggressively focused on building a new Virginia economy. Whether traveling to Bedford or Beijing, Governor McAuliffe has made it clear that his number one priority is economic development and he is working hard to create and maintain jobs throughout the Commonwealth. The Governor is also working to restore trust in government. ...
Chris Heathcote - Infrastructure Building our Future
November 14, 2016 02:12 - 38 minutes - 89.1 MBChris Heathcote CEO of the Global Infrastructure Hub discusses why infrastructure is so important for every society with our host Duff Watkins. Find out why everyone wants a piece of the infrastructure pie. Chris Heathcote was appointed CEO of the Global Infrastructure Hub in June 2015. Chris brings a wealth of knowledge in infrastructure, developed through extensive experience in both the public and private sector. Previously, Chris was a Director of Macquarie Infrastructure and R...
48 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Governor Brian Sandoval - The New Nevada
October 30, 2016 20:00 - 28 minutes - 64.7 MBGovernor of Nevada, Brian Sandoval speaks to our podcast host Duff Watkins on ' The New Nevada' on our podcast today. You'll learn how the 'driest state in the U.S.' leads the Nation in water innovation, why and how Nevada is the lighthouse for Economic Development and much more. Brian Sandoval was elected the 30th Governor of Nevada in 2010 and re-elected in 2014. In 2005 he was appointed United States District Judge for the District of Nevada and in 2002 he was elected Attorney General o...
47 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Judy Tanna - How to Choose a Charity
October 16, 2016 23:30 - 30 minutes - 29.4 MBHave you ever wondered how a company chooses a charity? Did you know a company should research which company they should support in the exact same way they would research a company to go into business partnership with? Learn all about this and more in today's podcast with our host Duff Watkins Judy Tanna who is the National Major Donor Manager at The Smith Family. The Smith Family is a national children’s charity that helps disadvantaged young Australians to succeed at school, so they ...
46 - 2016 Gavin Fox-Smith - Authentic Leadership - AmCham Podcast
October 02, 2016 23:30 - 33 minutes - 75.9 MBOur podcast host today Robert Hossary, General Manager NSW/ACT at The American Chamber of Commerce discusses 'Authentic Leadership' with guest Gavin Fox-Smith, Managing Director at Johnson & Johnson Medical ANZ and AmCham Governor. Mr Fox-Smith joined Johnson & Johnson Medical Australia/NZ in 1997 as a Regional Business Director and in February 2012 was appointed Managing Director for Global Surgery and Johnson & Johnson Medical ANZ. Over the past 15 years Gavin has held leadership roles ...
45 - 2016 Keith Dugdale - The Business of Trust - AmCham Podcast
September 18, 2016 22:56 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBWhat does trust mean to you? To Keith Dugdale, Duff Watkins' guest on today's podcast, trust is what matters and without it, everything becomes suspicious. Keith is a successful author, business coach and international speaker on client relationships and building trust in business. He is the co-author of the best-selling “Smarter Selling: How to grow sales by building trusted relationships” published by Financial Times Prentice Hall, which has now been translated into 5 languages inclu...
44 - 2016 Matt Bai - US Election Reality Show - AmCham Podcast
September 04, 2016 21:30 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode, Duff discusses the 'US Election Reality Show' with Matt Bai, National Political Columnist, Yahoo! News. Matt Bai is the national political columnist for Yahoo! News, where his “Political World” column appears every Thursday. Before joining Yahoo at the end of 2013, he was the chief political correspondent for the New York Times Magazine, where he covered three presidential campaigns, and a columnist for the Times. In addition to being a national US political journalist,...
43 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Alan Weiss - How to tell your Business Story
August 19, 2016 05:18 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBEveryone has a story and everyone needs to know how to tell their business story. Today Duff Watkins and his guest Alan Weiss will discuss why and how you need to tell this story. Alan Weiss is a consultant, speaker and author. His consulting firm Summit Consulting Group, Inc. attracts clients such as Merck, Hewlett-Packard, GE, Mercedes-Benz and many more. Alan is an inductee into the Professional Speaking Hall of Fame® and the concurrent recipient of the National Speakers Association Co...
42 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Nick Abrahams - Leadership in Disruptive Times
August 07, 2016 23:54 - 21 minutes - 50.1 MBDuff's guest today is fellow AmCham Governor Nick Abrahams, Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright. Nick is a corporate and commercial lawyer based in Sydney. He is deeply involved in the Australian technology sector as a lawyer, adviser, non-executive director, former Dotcom entrepreneur and investor. He has worked on over $3 Billion of TMT-related transactions since 2012. As many of you know; we live in disruptive times. On this episode you will learn how the leading companies deal with disr...
41 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Nikki Dryden - The Murky World of Immigration
July 24, 2016 22:00 - 31 minutes - 72 MBToday our podcast will take us deep into "The Murky World of Immigration" with our host Duff Watkins and his guest Nikki Dryden of Fragomen Worldwide. Fragomen is the world's leading global immigration services provider advising on all aspects of immigration law and global mobility. The firm represents a wide range of companies and emerging businesses, including a significant number of clients listed on the ASX. Fragomen operates across Australia with offices in Brisbane, Melbourne, North...
40 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Moe Ali - Are you Tech Savvy
July 10, 2016 22:30 - 26 minutes - 60.1 MBAre you tech savvy? Do you really have what it takes to succeed in this digital age, or do you just think you do? Today our host Duff Watkins discusses all this and more with Moe Ali, Group Vice President for Gartner Australia and New Zealand. Gartner is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. They deliver the technology-related insight necessary for their clients to make the right decisions, every day. Moe is responsible for leading the company in ...
39 - 2016 AmCham Podcast -Pat Fazzone - Facts and Fictions about the TPP
June 26, 2016 23:00 - 29 minutes - 67.6 MBToday our host Duff Watkins has two guests; Patrick Fazzone and Geoff Short as they discuss the facts and fictions about the TPP. Patrick Fazzone is the Managing Partner of Washington D.C. based law firm, Montgomery Fazzone LLC, involved in commercial transaction and international trade law. They are specially in the Asia-Pacific region. Patrick is the Chairman for the American Chamber of Commerce's Trade and Government Committee and is also involved with the Trade Advisory Board and the ...
38 - 2016 AmCham Podcast - Jeff Bleich - What's Really Happening in Silicon Valley
June 14, 2016 00:41 - 33 minutes - 82.8 MBDuff's guest today is Former U.S. Ambassador to Australia, Jeffrey Bleich, Jeff is now a partner in the Public Policy and Regulations practice at Dentons one of the worlds largest law firms. Jeff served four years as U.S. Ambassador to Australia and also as special counsel to President Obama in the White House. His law practice is focused on international and domestic litigation and counseling, with special emphasis on privacy and data security, internal investigations, trade and cross-b...
37-2016 AmCham Podcast - David Wildman - Butterfly Effect and Black Swans - Dealing with Geo Political Risk
May 27, 2016 00:55 - 30 minutes - 42.6 MBAre you involved in international trade? Does your company trade internationally? Well then this podcast is for you! Today's podcast is about Geopolitical Risk and Duff's guest today is David Wildman, prior Managing Director at Forensic and Litigation Consulting. The Forensic and Litigation Consulting practice at FTI Consulting provides multidisciplinary, independent dispute advisory, investigative, data acquisition/analysis and forensic accounting services to the global business and legal...
36-2016 AmCham Podcast - Alan Claire - Recruiters We Dont Need No Stinking Recruiters
May 12, 2016 00:06 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBToday Duff's guest is Alan Claire, Director at Cox Purtell. They will discuss the war for talent, or 'recruitment in the digital age' ... Recruiters, we don't need no stinking recruiters. You'll hear how the digital age hasn't killed recruitment and why it won't. Alan’s external focus at Cox Purtell is on high level client engagement, major account management and executive search & selection. He thrives on challenging recruitment processes and in work environments where he utilises his skil...
35-2016 AmCham Podcast - Robert Ishak - Sue Me - Litigation in the Modern Business World
May 02, 2016 01:34 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBDuff’s guest today is Robert Ishak, Co Founder, Chairman and Principal at William Roberts Lawyers. William Roberts is a dynamic and innovative law firm with a focus on dispute resolution, litigation and personal, commercial and property transactions. The firm commenced in 2005 and now has offices across Australia and in Singapore. Robert’s management responsibilities include corporate governance and guiding the firm’s business strategies together with developing and driving the firm’s...
34-2016 AmCham Podcast - Brad Furber - When is the best time to plant an Oak Tree
April 17, 2016 23:49 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBToday, join our host Duff Watkins to hear insights on innovation from Brad Furber as they discuss when the best time to plant an Oak Tree is. Brad Furber was hired in late 2014 to design, launch and operate the Michael Crouch Innovation Centre at UNSW Australia where he is now the COO. The Michael Crouch Innovation Centre is a hub for Innovators. Students, Alumni and Staff from all UNSW Faculties, Schools or Divisions as well as industry partners utilise the centre’s facilities as a ...
33-2016 AmCham Podcast- Geoff Short-Costs and Barriers of International Trade
March 27, 2016 16:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBToday our host Duff Watkins has two guests; Geoff Short and Patrick Fazzone as they discuss costs and barriers of International Trade. Geoff is the Managing Director of TANDA International where he works as an International Trade Lawyer. His company is involved in trade advocacy, consultancy, and Geoff is involved with both the Trade and Government Committee and the Trade Advisory Board at the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham). Also with us today is Patrick Fazzone, Managing Partne...