

Strategy Bites
Anika Stokes of Oaktree Talent Group and Future State Consulting
Now in its 6th season, Strategy Bites shares candid conversations with senior leaders in strategy and transformation. Hear real stories, career insights, and practical advice for anyone looking to grow and succeed in the world of strategy.
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Nov 11, 2020 • 59min
S1 I E6 - Diane Smith-Gander AO - Ex Partner of McKinsey & Co
In this episode, I am joined by Diane Smith-Gander AO, ex Partner from McKinsey, prominent business executive, company director, and advocate for gender equality. Diane talks to me about her journey from consulting to industry and back again, the ups and downs of her career and gives some great advice to the consulting community.

Oct 28, 2020 • 37min
S1 l E5 - Gill McLaren - CEO of Syntegrate Consulting
In this episode, I speak to Gill about going from a Head of Strategy role to a GM role for Coca Cola, and quitting her 30-year corporate career to dedicate her life to designing a strategy for living your best life.

Oct 14, 2020 • 33min
S1 l E4 - Jamie Twiss - Chief Strategy Officer of Westpac
In this episode, I talk to Jamie about his journey from McKinsey into the corporate world, wearing hats in both senior influencer roles and in a line role with large P&N responsibility. We discuss his experiences of New York vs Sydney and what it takes to stand out and make it to the top jobs.

Sep 16, 2020 • 40min
S1 l E3 - Deanne Stewart - CEO of Aware Super
Deanne Stewart talks about her journey as a conscious leader, the skills to harness post-consulting to reach a senior leadership role, and gives some great advice for women looking to reach to the top.

Sep 2, 2020 • 37min
S1 l E2 - Jean Hayden - Strategy & Operations Director of Google Cloud
In this episode, I talk to Jean about... What she looks for in candidates when hiring into Google. Her advice to consultants who really want to work in the tech space. Living and working as an Australian abroad, in San Francisco and her journey to date.

Sep 2, 2020 • 35min
S1 l E1 - Toby Norton-Smith - MD of X15 Ventures
In this episode I talk to Toby Norton-Smith, MD of X15, CBA's venture building arm, about his experience of life post McKinsey, and what skills he has most found valuable in securing a role with P&L responsibility and in the enviable ventures space.
You can connect with Toby via this link : linkedin.com/in/toby-norton-smith-b445344


