Episodes
The Business of Supply - Episode 3: Today, energy markets are in a state of intense flux. How can leaders inside and outside the energy sector best keep up, and plan for the secure future of their industry?  Ben Hutt, CEO & Managing Director at Evergen and AGSM MBA alumnus and Katja Ignatieva, Associate Professor at UNSW Business School, join podcast host Associate Professor Michele Roberts, Academic Director of AGSM and Associate Dean (Post-Experience) at UNSW Business School, to debate...
Published 03/05/23
The Business of Supply - Episode 2: It's rare that we look down at our plates and consider where our food comes from – that is until it’s gone. Between recent geopolitical conflict, and devastating disruptions to supply lines, what is the current state of food today?  Pablo Quintero, AGSM MBA graduate and Principal Product Manager at biotechnology start-up, Vow, and Scientia Professor Shan Pan, UNSW Business School, join podcast host Associate Professor Michele Roberts, Academic Director of...
Published 02/26/23
The Business of Supply - Episode 1: Advances in regulation, law reform, and technology have greatly enhanced our capacity to create ethical and sustainable business practices.   So why are some organisations still struggling to embed this in their supply chains?  Frances Atkins, Co-Founder and Director of technology platform Givvable, AGSM MBA alumna, and Tracy Wilcox, Associate Professor at UNSW Business School, join podcast host Associate Professor Michele Roberts, Academic Director of...
Published 02/19/23
The Business of Work Episode 3: What will the future of work look like in a world increasingly dominated by technology?  Lee Hickin, Chief Technology Officer at Microsoft ANZ and Barney Tan, Head of School and a Professor at the School of Information Systems and Technology Management of UNSW Business School, join podcast host Professor Nick Wailes to discuss.  Find out more about Professor Barney Tan’s research...
Published 01/29/23
The Business of Work Episode 2: It’s always been vital to build a company culture that attracts and retains talented employees.   What happens to corporate culture when the workforce is dispersed with employees working not only from different locations, but in some cases, in different countries? And how can policies like ‘work from anywhere’ help?  Susan Wheeldon, Airbnb’s Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand and Will Felps, Associate Professor at UNSW Business School, join podcast...
Published 01/29/23
The Business of Work Episode 1: It’s been almost three years since office workers were told to pack up our laptops and head home.    Is working from home working for business?  Paul Edwards, General Manager of Strategy and Customer at Mirvac, and Professor Karin Sanders, Senior Deputy Dean (Research & Enterprise) at UNSW Business School and co-founder of the UNSW Hybrid Leadership Lab, join Professor Nick Wailes, Senior Deputy Dean and Director of the Australian Graduate School of...
Published 01/29/23
At the latest UNSW Business School Meet the CEO event, Shemara Wikramanayake, Managing Director and CEO of Macquarie Group, joined UNSW Chancellor David Gonski in a wide-ranging discussion about the future of green investment, how to build diverse and high-performing teams and businesses, and how to lead a global workforce. Prefer video? You can watch the interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxMxnacyit0 More details: The transcript and show notes can be found on our...
Published 12/03/22
For art auction houses, in-person events are a central part of art buying. But during the pandemic, the industry had to quickly pivot to survive. In this episode, we investigate how online purchases and technology like NFTs is growing and opening the art market to a new generation of enthusiasts.
Published 04/25/22
Australia has a mega-reputation as a sporting nation but how does that global success play out locally? In this episode, we investigate the opportunities and challenges for sports to succeed on and off the field in Australia, where professional teams face a battle for the hearts and minds of fans.
Published 04/11/22
This episode unpacks how mental health support services are evolving with technology. Lifeline International CEO Thilini Perera speaks with Professor Nick Wailes, Senior Deputy Dean and Director at Australian Graduate School of Management. We also hear from Professor Frederik Anseel, Senior Deputy Dean (Research & Enterprise) at UNSW Business School.
Published 03/22/22
This episode explores how rapid advances in technology are creating new business opportunities while shifts in consumer behaviour demand ethical investment. Guests include Camilla Love, Managing Director at eInvest and Elvira Sojli, Associate Professor of Finance, School of Banking and Finance at UNSW Business School.
Published 11/14/21
This episode explores how climate change is impacting business, industry and global markets, and what we all can do to address it. Guests include Penny Joseph, Head of Resilience and Climate Change Adaptation at Sydney Water and Kingsley Fong, Associate Professor, School of Banking and Finance at UNSW Business School.
Published 11/08/21
This episode investigates how the food industry is responding to the sustainable food movement. Tristan Harris, Co-CEO of Harris Farm Markets speaks with Professor Nick Wailes, Senior Deputy Dean and Director at AGSM. We also hear from Nitika Garg, Associate Professor of Marketing at UNSW Business School, an expert on consumer behaviour trends.
Published 10/05/21
This episode explores the rise of Indigenous tourism experiences and the opportunity they bring to Australia's tourism industry. Phil Lockyer, Head of Indigenous Affairs at Tourism Australia speaks with Professor Nick Wailes, Senior Deputy Dean and Director at AGSM. We also hear a story from the AGSM New Tracks Indigenous Leaders Festival.
Published 10/05/21
This episode unpacks how business and government can better understand and implement AI. Dr Catriona Wallace, tech entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of Ethical AI Advisory speaks with Professor Nick Wailes, Senior Deputy Dean and Director AGSM. We also hear from Dr Sam Kirshner, Senior Lecturer in the School of Information Systems and Technology Management at the UNSW Business School.
Published 10/05/21
In this episode we explore what it takes to lead with purpose - from identifying the personal contribution you want to make to the world through your career, to purpose-driven business models. Guests include Victoria Momsen, Strategic Planning Manager at Lendlease Digital; Alison Harrington, CEO & Founder of Moove and Groove; and Leisa Sargent, Senior Deputy Dean and Co-Deputy Vice Chancellor Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at UNSW Business School.
Published 12/15/20
In this episode we explore the business and societal impact of leading with purpose. Guests include Will Phelps, Associate Professor at the UNSW Business School; Annie Parker, Global Diversity and Inclusion Lead at Microsoft for Startups; and Pete Horsley and Alan Jones, founder and entrepreneur in residence at disability tech accelerator, Remarkable.
Published 12/04/20
In this episode, we speak to leaders from the financial services sector and explore how they've adapted and led through successive crises. Guests include: Rob Adams, CEO and Managing Director at Perpetual; Suzana Ristevski, Chief Marketing Officer at National Australia Bank; and Dan Peters, Chief Revenue Officer at fintech disruptor Limepay.
Published 11/26/20
Listen to The Business Of...Transformational Leadership Part 2, presented by AGSM. In this episode we discuss big data and artificial intelligence, and how they impact leadership in an accelerated world.. Host Emma Lo Russo is joined by Professor Toby Walsh (UNSW), Kristi Barrow (Kritikality) and Magnus Gittins (AGSM).
Published 11/10/20
Our first episode on Transformational Leadership focuses on innovation and digital transformation in the 'now of work'. Host Emma Lo Russo is joined by David Thodey (CSIRO), Deborah Young (RegTech Association) and Patrick Sharry (Program Director and Adjunct Faculty AGSM).
Published 10/27/20
Part two in our series on Adaptive Leadership focuses on transformation and how leaders can leverage complex change with a growth mindset. Host Emma Lo Russo is joined by Curtis Davies (KPMG), Adele Schonhardt (Melbourne Digital Concert Hall), and Greg Joffe (Nous Group).
Published 10/18/20
In this episode, we look closely at the three key elements of inclusive leadership: equity, diversity and - of course - inclusion. Guests include Professor Eileen Baldry, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Equity, Diversity and Inclusion UNSW, Kristal Kinsela-Christie, Owner and Managing Director of Indigenous Professional Services, and disability advocate Mark Tonga.
Published 09/29/20
This episode of AGSM's The Business Of... podcast examines inclusive leadership and how access to a diverse range of perspectives is critical for leaders to thrive in an accelerated world. Guests include Professor Nick Wailes, Belinda Sheehan and Quentin Masson.
Published 09/10/20
This episode examines adaptive leadership through the lens of crisis recovery and the universal challenges business leaders face as a result of COVID-19. Guests include Phillipa Harrison, managing director at Tourism Australia, Quirin Schwaighofer, Co-CEO and Co Founder of MadeComfy, and Richard Holden, professor of economics at UNSW Business School.
Published 08/26/20
This episode examines sustainable business models and a prevalent issue in global supply chains - modern slavery. Guests include Dr. David Cooke, departing Chairman and Managing Director at Konica Minolta Australia, UNSW Professor of Law Justine Nolan, co-author of the book Addressing Modern Slavery, and James Bartle, CEO and Founder of Outland Denim.
Published 07/23/20