The Mentor With Mark Bouris

Caitlin Judd co-founded Lady Brains, a media and education platform that empowers women in business. Originally from Melbourne, she moved to Sydney during the pandemic. Discover why she changed cities, her thoughts on the gender investment gap, and the importance of women in decision-making roles. Caitlin candidly discusses starting a business with no audience, intellectual property protection, and knowing when to pivot or quit.You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon Molnar is the CEO and founder of Flagship, a retail technology startup transforming how brick-and-mortar stores operate. The web-based platform creates a digital floor plan for each store, allowing for easy alteration of the merchandise components as needed. Flagship released its beta version in early 2023 and partnered with local brands such as Aje Athletica, Venroy, and Sir the Label for the rollout.Learn more about Simon's background, his vision for the future of retail, and how he protects his business IP in the competitive tech industry.You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hazem Sedda is the proud owner of Redfern Convenience Store, an iconic establishment in Australia. He grew up in Palestine during the early 2000s with a dream of becoming a pilot. However, after taking a flying course at Bankstown airport in Sydney, he realised that running his father's convenience store was far more exciting. He has since turned it into a successful family business that has gone through its fair share of challenges and triumphs.Hazem's story is as diverse as the nostalgic candies lining his store's shelves. From viral antics during the pandemic to selling camel balls lollies, Hazem has a unique approach to running his business. His tale is heartwarming and inspiring, showcasing how he has overcome many obstacles while managing his family, social media, and a bustling shop. Hazem proves that dreams can take unexpected yet extraordinary forms.You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn

Larry Robertson is a globally recognised leadership advisor and speaker. Founder of Robertson Burns in 1993, Larry has shaped the leadership landscape across 30 countries. Larry shares insights from his extensive work with executives in Australia's largest organisations and beyond, spanning Africa, Asia, Europe, India, the Middle East, New Zealand, the UK, and the Americas. Understand how to convey authentic leadership, effective communication, team engagement, personal brand, client service, and the art of winning new business. Buy Larry Robertson's book 'WHY listen to, work with and follow YOU?'You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Webb is the co-founder and Executive Chairman of AgriWebb – an animal management platform.Justin's journey is a fascinating blend of agribusiness, finance, and cutting-edge technology. Born into a family of farmers, he has always been passionate about agriculture and technology's role in advancing this industry. After obtaining a degree in economics and finance, Justin began his career as a quantitative analyst at BlackRock, where he developed his expertise in quantitative investment and risk management. He later held several leadership positions at the firm, including Head of BlackRock's Investment Stewardship team for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.Justin's experience in finance and technology eventually led him to co-found AgriWebb, a game-changing animal management platform. With AgriWebb, Justin aims to revolutionize how farmers manage their livestock, using data and cutting-edge technology to improve productivity, profitability, and sustainability.Explore Justin's international leadership ro

With Stake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the fifth episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.Airtasker (ASX: ART) is an Australian online company that operates an online and mobile marketplace. It allows customers to outsource a variety of everyday tasks. The company reports that it has nearly six million registered users worldwide. Moreover, around one hundred and fifty thousand people earn income by providing various services through the site. The company was listed on the ASX as recently as 2021 under the ticker ART.DISCLAIMER:Views expressed are those of the individual only. This does not constitute financial advice. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnys

Christopher is a seasoned professional with a rich background, collaborating with major players like Kmart, Uber, and Hoyts Cinema Group. He introduces Tapestry, a revolutionary platform that he has been instrumental in developing. Tapestry's Retail+ and Supply+ products leverage advanced analytics and AI to empower small to medium-sized businesses, enabling them to compete effectively in the market. By fostering data ownership and personalised interfaces, Tapestry enhances real-world experiences. Understand how Tapestry's innovative technology, already piloted in 26 supermarkets, is set to transform data monetisation and usher new income streams for businesses, promising significant financial growth.You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TAXIBOX co-founder Ben Cohn shares the ups and downs of his company's journey. He talks about how they faced near-collapse during the COVID-19 pandemic and achieved an incredible 100% revenue growth in just two years. Mark Bouris also explores Ben's upbringing, from South Africa to Australia, and his early entrepreneurial ventures. You will learn about the challenges of being the CEO of TAXIBOX and how Ben tackled them. Moreover, you will hear about his exciting leap into the US market through a groundbreaking partnership with UHaul America. This story perfectly exemplifies triumph, resilience, and entrepreneurial tenacity.You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a bonus episode with leading economist Stephen Koukoulas and Mark Bouris. It’s that time again when leading economist Stephen Koukoulas bring you a bonus episode in the lead-up to the December 2023 RBA announcement. Visit https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/ to learn more.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jess Hatzis and Bree Johnson are the masterminds behind Willow and Blake, and Frank Body. Frank Body started as an experimental project and quickly became a force to be reckoned with, now valued at over $100 million. Learn how Frank Body's groundbreaking branding strategy and social media tactics helped it rise to the top of the beauty industry.But the success of Frank Body isn't only about its products - it's also due to the visionary work of Willow & Blake, a creative agency that designed Frank Body's identity. Discover how Willow & Blake, renowned for their work with start-ups and challenger brands, brought their unique expertise to Frank Body, creating a visual and communicative masterpiece that resonated globally.Get a glimpse into the brand's philosophy, where every word and tone is carefully curated, understanding the enormous impact language has on building or breaking a brand.You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bour

With Stake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the third episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.Richard White is the founder and CEO of WiseTech Global (ASX: WTC), an Australian tech success story providing leading logistics management software globally. The company offers software solutions for the international logistics industry, with offices in Australia & New Zealand, the Americas, Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.The company was listed on the ASX in 2016 under the ticker WTC.DISCLAIMER:Views expressed are those of the individual only. This does not constitute financial advice. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

Stripe is a financial technology company that provides payment processing software and infrastructure for online transactions. The company's core business is to enable businesses to accept and manage payments online. Karl Durrance is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in IT and leadership. He is currently responsible for overseeing Stripe's operations in Australia and New Zealand, where he has been instrumental in driving the company's growth. Karl shares his insights on how Stripe has evolved from a simple online payment processor to an infrastructure business that supports startups and optimizes payment experiences. He provides valuable perspectives on how companies can navigate the constantly evolving startup landscape while boosting recurring revenue. Karl's deep knowledge of business finances and the future of the internet economy is evident in his discussion of Stripe's impact and his anticipation of trends for 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Girls Get Off is a female sex toy brand that normalises female pleasure founded by Viv Conway and Jo Cummins in 2020. The business goal is to be fun, relatable, and safe and to normalise buying sex toys. Girls Get Off has taken off, growing a huge online presence with their social content, including “Sunday confessions”, where they share anonymous sex confessions from their more than 70,000 Instagram followers. In a world where advertising rules, funding pressures, and social stigmas constrain businesses in the pleasure industry, learn how Girls Get Off is marketed despite censorship.You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maurice Werdegar has been an important figure in Silicon Valley since the 1990s.With his extensive background, including serving as the Chairman at Western Technology Investment (WTI) and his prior roles as a Venture Partner at Outlook Ventures and Chief Investment Officer at MetaMarkets, Maurice brings a wealth of experience to the table.He is not just an investor but a part of tech history, having made the first institutional check into Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a bonus episode with leading economist Stephen Koukoulas and Mark Bouris. It’s that time again when leading economist Stephen Koukoulas bring you a bonus episode in the lead-up to the November 2023 RBA announcement. Visit https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/ to learn more.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Smith is the CEO of B Corporation, BioPak, an award-winning, global leader in compostable single-use packaging that provides innovative, plant-based alternatives to food service plastics and helps businesses work towards a circular economy.In the infancy of BioPak, interest in sustainably sourced, compostable foodservice packaging was very low.  In over a decade, BioPak has disrupted an industry and continues to help businesses across the globe reduce the environmental impact of their operations. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Stake, Australia's leading investing platform, I'm excited to share the third episode of 'Going Public' - a new monthly series giving you unique access to the entrepreneurs, founders and executives who've taken their business public.Oleg Vornik is the CEO and Managing Director of DroneShield (ASX: DRO), an Australian and U.S. publicly listed company providing C-UAS (counter-drone) protection, focusing on Radio Frequency sensing, Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning, Sensor Fusion, Electronic Warfare, Rapid Prototyping and MIL-SPEC manufacturing. The company was listed on the ASX in 2016 under the ticker DRO.DISCLAIMER:Views expressed are those of the individual only. This does not constitute financial advice. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raquel Bouris was the visionary entrepreneur who defied scepticism to create a thriving unisex perfume brand valued at $20 million. At just 23 years old, Raquel boldly invested $12,000 into her dream of establishing a genderless fragrance business. The unisex perfume brand has redefined modern femininity and masculinity. With its meteoric rise, Who Is Elijah's unisex fragrances are now available in prestigious retailers like David Jones, Sephora, Adore Beauty, THE ICONIC, and even internationally in the UK and US. Raquel and Adam Bouris share their recent journey to New York Fashion Week in September 2023, where their brand continues to make waves in fashion and fragrance.You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MATE is Australia's largest independently owned telco, with a 100% sales growth since its conception in 2015.Mark Fazio, General Manager of Sales and Marketing and his twin brother, David Fazio, CEO of MATE, started as a two-person show in their aunty's backyard in Western Sydney.Mark's experience in sales and marketing spans 19 years in leading technology and entertainment companies, including Microsoft, where his roles included Asia Field Marketing Lead and Asia Xbox Channel Marketing Lead. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How important is the Hunter to Australia? Established in 2002, the Hunter Innovation Festival began as an associated event of The Australian Innovation Festival, a national event that showcased Australian innovation. The festival has evolved and grown since 2002. Still, at its core, it remains a collaboration that brings together people from throughout the community to meet, be inspired, learn and share ideas. Alex Brennan, Hunter Innovation Festival Chair, and Brett Thomas, Partner and COO at The Melt, a new venture capital fund focusing on climate tech and hardware, join Mark to discuss the upcoming festival and how The Hunter is powering Australia. Learn more about the Hunter Innovation Festival HEREhttps://hunterinnovationfestival.org/about/You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.