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True Business Stories

True Business Stories

Hosted by Mark and Bill

Episodes

165

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN-US

About the show

Fantastic stories and insights from business leaders

Listen to episodes

60 recent
September 8, 2026Episode 1529 min

Ken Dickens - MD Corio Waste Management

Ken is well known around Geelong and has worked with numerous businesses helping manage waste. He started with one truck and one bin and now runs an enormous fleet and recycling operation across Victoria.

August 25, 2026Episode 1438 min

Dave Chaffey - Ai Wise

Dave has a fascinating story. he started his business career as an optometrist and successfully created a franchise business that was sold to SpecSavers. He then turned to his love of tech and the rest is history. He now operates, with his son Luke, Ai Wise - helping businesses understand tech.

August 11, 2026Episode 1330 min

Kody Thompson - WrkPod Revisited

We first spoke with Kody in October 2023. His aspiration then was to help employ 10,000 people in the Philippines. He now is close to 2000 and expanding. His strong values help drive his organisation. A fantastic story of being brave and following your calling.

July 28, 2026Episode 1236 min

Maree Rayner - Harvest Talent Recruitment and People Solutions.

Maree has had a long career within the recruitment industry both overseas and in Australia. She formed her own company based in Geelong some years ago and is is now well recognised for providing people solutions to companies across Victoria.

July 14, 2026Episode 1133 min

James Rigoni and Jeremy Williams - SC Technology

This is a great story. Two school friends that went separate ways and ended up working together. When the opportunity arose to buy the business they worked in they took the leap. They now work as co- Directors and are continually looking to grow and improve the business. They have expanded from Toshiba Print and Copy to now providing IT support and service.

June 30, 2026Episode 1027 min

Michael Kenneady - Lazarus Community Centre

Michael Kenneady has a work ethic derived from working on his parents farm and being involved at an early age in working with disadvantaged people. His passion is infectious and as General Manager for Lazarus Community Centre he is keen to make a difference to his guests lives.

June 16, 2026Episode 928 min

Glen Wall - U3a

Glen has a passion for education and continuous learning. He is now the Chair for U3A Australia - or more formally known as the University of the 3rd Age. U3A focusses on the 50 to 100 year olds and provides a wide variety of courses through a membership model.

June 2, 2026Episode 834 min

Adam Natonewski - Ray White Highton

Adam left school not really sure what to do and began a role at BBQ Galore and found he had a passion and a gift for selling. This led to management roles and an offer to learn about real estate. He now is the Principal for Ray White Highton.

May 19, 2026Episode 735 min

Brett Winter - CEO Geelong Port

Brett has established himself as one of the leading business leaders in Geelong and beyond. A career starting in logistics has now led Brett to running Geelong Port a vital part of the economy in Geelong and Victoria.

May 5, 2026Episode 621 min

Ryan Dodson - King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre

Ryan ran his own electrical business for a number of years and then seeking a bit of a change, together with his wife Nicole, bought King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre. This is located in Penny Royal in the wonderful Otways in South Western Victoria.

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