Empowering Leaders

The extraordinary work that is saving millions of lives every year, and the Australian professor who has been taking on the challenge for the last two decades.  Professor Scott O'Neill is a renowned scientist and founder of the World Mosquito Program. He’s worked at the University of Illinois, Yale University, The University of Queensland and Monash University. He has received awards including the Centenary Medal and Mackerras Medal.  Join host Luke Darcy as he unpacks Scott's work and the way in which he's been able to sustain the effort and consistency it takes to achieve success in this field.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Australia's most inspiring people, a man who is dedicating much of his life to saving kids who have found themselves on the wrong path.  Farmer Dave Graham is the co-founder of RuffTrack - a fully registered charity, Rufftrack takes on young people (12-17 years old) who have disengaged with school and the community to give them skills, education, a sense of self worth and reconnecting them with their community. RuffTrack work closely with Hawkesbury police and the incredible BackTrack Youth Works to make a real change in young people's lives. Rufftrack are currently striving to build a forever farm, a permanent location to continue their incredible work.  Instead of buying a coffee today, why not make a tax deductible donation.  https://rufftrack-limited.grassrootz.com/rufftrack-forever-farm Hear Luke Darcy unpack Dave's incredible work, and how he's striving to continue growing his community and organisation.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the methods to being a great parent? What can you do to connect with your child? How can parents in 2022 be a leader of compassion? Dr Arne is the CEO and Founder of the Rites of Passage Institute. He has over 30 years experience as a medical doctor, counsellor, mentor, speaker and workshop facilitator.  Join Luke Darcy in a raw and unfiltered conversation - as he talks to Arne at his 150 acre property in Mullumbimby, and unpacks parenting in the 21st century. Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founder of Bakers Delight, the largest chain of bakeries in Australia, New Zealand and Canada.  In this collaborative chat, Roger explains how in business, everyone can win - from the supplier, to the franchisee, to the customer. Even if the environment is competitive, Roger believes business can accomodate winners across the board.  Join host Luke Darcy, a he sits down with Roger in person to unpack the way he operates, and learns what has made him a success and a renowned member of Australia's business community.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Australian education needs to re-evaluate, and how assessments can be different for a new age of Australian students.  Christine Cawsey AM is the Principal of Rooty Hill High School in Western Sydney; she has a strong perspective of equity, social justice and has an unparalleled perspective on how Aussie kids are learning.  Unpack Christine's work with host Luke Darcy, as he dives into the world of Aussie education.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first quadriplegic medical intern in Queensland and the second person to graduate medical school with quadriplegia in Australia. Dinesh works in the emergency department at the Gold Coast University Hospital. He is a senior lecturer at the Griffith University and adjunct research fellow at the Menzies Health Institute of Queensland. He is a research fellow at the Jamieson Trauma Institute and is a doctor for the Gold Coast Titans physical disability rugby team. Unpack Dinesh's incredible journey with host Luke Darcy, as he dives deep into the mentality and the tangible actions Dinesh took to get to where he is today.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you challenge your passion? What does it take to have responsibility for your career? And how do you actively build the best version of yourself?  Mim Barlett is an extraordinary community and professional leader. Mim was one of the Australian Financial Review and Westpac 100 Women of Influence, and has been recognised within the consulting industry and across numerous genres of business, economics and finance as one of Australia's great leaders.  Join host Luke Darcy as he unpacks Mim's career, understands the tangible actions she's been taking to impact those around her and what she's aspiring to next.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The generosity of helping others, combined with the efficiency and decision making of a high-profile business. FareShare is a charity designed to help those doing it tough, but it's also more than that, it's about providing nutrition, value and meaning to people's lives.  Marcus Godinho is one of FareShare's most impactful people. Stepping into the business early on, and steering from a CEO position, Marcus has been at the forefront of FareShare's growth and excellence across Melbourne's social impact industry.  Luke Darcy sits down with Marcus at FareShare's offices, after having a look around the incredible facilities over in Abbotsford, Melbourne.  To learn more about FareShare, visit https://www.fareshare.net.au/ Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate. For more episodes download the free LiSTNR appSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A J.P. Morgan success story, built off the back of losing his job, and hustling to create a new future of success from disappointment. Andrew Cohen is the Executive Chairman of J.P. Morgan Global Wealth Management. He's a leader in a space which is cut throat, and relentless - but his attitude is often one of care, patience and understanding. Unpack it all with Luke Darcy, as he chats to Andy in his London offices. Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate. For more episodes download the free LiSTNR appSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Australian's great female pioneers, former Australian Federal MP and a true leader for women across Australia for more than 40 years.  How do you act as a pioneer? What are the tangible traits Ros Kelly has that others didn't? And how did she make the people around her better?  Ros Kelly was the first female Labor MP to enter the House of Representatives, and the first MP to give birth whilst serving in office. Acting as part of the Keating and Hawke governments, Ros Kelly has stood at the forefront of Australian leadership and been on the bleeding edge of what it takes to lead from the front.  Unpack her life and her leadership with host Luke Darcy.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate. For more episodes download the free LiSTNR appSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.