The Caring CEO. For leaders who want to grow teams who are more caring, fun filled and productive. For leaders who care.

Hosted by Graeme Cowan

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Oct 2026

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We want to provide inspiration and practical tips for leaders who believe that future success requires equal emphasis on growth and employee mental health. We want to explore how we ensure that the right culture is fostered. Ultimately we would like to grow a community of caring leaders that can show that this approach is a win win in business. Good for people and good for growth and profits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 6, 202653 min

#101 People First Leadership, Mike Morgan, Managing Director, Insight APAC

What does it take to build a high-performing team where people feel valued, supported and empowered to be themselves? Mike Morgan, Managing Director of Insight APAC discusses the power of human-centred leadership, psychological safety and diversity in building successful teams. Mike shares practical insights on preventing burnout, creating a sense of belonging and why the best leaders don't need to have all the answers, they need to create the conditions for others to thrive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 15, 202655 min

Strengths + AI synergy, Claire de Carteret, Managing Director APAC Gallup

Claire De Carteret, Managing Director of Gallup APAC, explores how combining individual strengths with AI can boost engagement, reduce frustration and help people do their best work. Discover how caring leaders can build trust, create hope and harness technology to build more productive, thriving teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 1, 202641 min

#99 Surfing huge waves, Matt Formston, Multi-Sport World Champion & Business Executive

What does it take to surf a 51-foot wave when you’re virtually blind? Four-time world champion surfer Matt Formston shares how preparation, trust and a lifelong “Why not?” mindset have helped him overcome extraordinary challenges, and the lessons they offer for leadership, resilience and high-performing teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September 17, 202643 min

#98 The care belief loop, Dani Matthews, CEO Abundium

What does it mean to lead with care as AI transforms the workplace? Dani Matthews, CEO of Abundium, joins Graeme to explore how leaders can embrace AI while keeping people, wellbeing and human connection at the heart of their organisations. They discuss self-care, high performance, psychological safety, team connection and the opportunities AI creates for both leaders and their people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September 4, 202658 min

#97 Leading with Care in an AI World, Darren Moglia, Managing Director, Enterprise Works

In the first episode of our new Leading with Care in the AI World series, Graeme Cowan talks with Darren Moglia, Managing Director of Enterprise Works, about the future of work, productivity and what it really takes for people and organisations to thrive alongside AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 6, 202647 min

#96 The good work path, Dr Kathryn Page, Author & Leadership Partner, ByMany

Dr Kathryn (Kat) Page, Partner at ByMany and author of Good Work, shares what it truly means to create workplaces where people can thrive. She discusses caring leadership, psychological safety, workplace wellbeing, and how leaders can design work that brings out the best in people. Kat also shares practical insights on the future of work, including how AI can be used to reduce job strain and enable people to focus on the uniquely human strengths that drive performance and fulfilment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 23, 202656 min

#95 No Regrets Leadership , Deri Llewellyn-Davies, Boardroom Strategies & creator of Ultra States

Deri Llewellyn-Davies, Boardroom strategist & creator of Ultra States, explores how leaders can perform at their best by understanding the power of intentional state management rather than relying on constant intensity. Drawing on decades of boardroom experience and extraordinary endurance challenges, he shares practical insights on avoiding burnout, making better decisions under pressure, and leading with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 10, 202637 min

#94 Family Friendly Workplaces, Emma Walsh, Founder & CEO, Parents at Work

Emma Walsh, CEO of Parents At Work, shares how family-friendly workplaces, inclusive leadership, and flexible work practices can drive stronger business outcomes while supporting employee wellbeing. Tune in for practical insights on building workplaces where people and organisations thrive together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 26, 202634 min

#93 Building a 10x WD40 culture, Garry Ridge, Former CEO, WD-40 Company

Garry Ridge, former Chairman and CEO of WD-40 Company, shares how caring leadership, trust, and psychological safety create high-performing teams and lasting business success. Packed with practical leadership insights, this conversation offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to build a workplace where people and performance thrive together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 12, 202645 min

#92 High Performance Habits, James Laughlin, Author & Keynote Speaker

James Laughlin, author of Habits of High Performers, shares his remarkable journey from troubled schoolboy in Northern Ireland to 7 time World Champion drummer and trusted coach to elite athletes, business leaders and high-performing teams. Drawing on decades of experience in performance, leadership and wellbeing, James reveals practical strategies for building sustainable success, developing healthy habits, creating psychologically safe teams and navigating life's inevitable setbacks. This conversation offers actionable insights for leaders, professionals and anyone seeking to achieve more while maintaining strong relationships and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.