Catching Up With CUB

Daniel catches up with Karunn Shahani, Managing Director at Thornton + King, an award-winning law firm specialising in property law, wills and estates, and family law. With a career spanning corporate, criminal, and private law, Karunn co-founded Thornton + King to deliver practical, jargon-free legal advice with a human touch.

Daniel and Karunn dive into the often-overlooked world of wills and estate planning - especially for business owners. They explore key tips for setting up a will, common mistakes to avoid, and why having a proper estate plan in place is one of the most important things you can do to protect your legacy.

Daniel catches up with Sophia Lafkas, Managing Director of The Perfect Recruit, a business specialising in recruitment for transport, logistics, landscaping, and construction roles across Australia. Starting in her family's transport company at just 14, Sophia worked her way from the ground up, before launching her own successful recruitment agency 4 years ago.

Daniel and Sophia discuss the lessons learned from growing up in a family business, navigating male-dominated industries, and how she balances the demands of motherhood and entrepreneurship.

Daniel catches up with Julian Khursigara, CEO of Search Party Property, a leading investment advisory firm helping individuals build wealth through strategic property investments. With over 20 years of experience, Julian has guided investors in navigating the property market to achieve their financial goals.

Daniel and Julian discuss how to apply strategy to property purchases, the key to building trust with potential clients, and how to identify emerging markets for smart investments.

Daniel catches up with Simone Bartley, CEO and Founder of THE BR&ND CO., a consultancy dedicated to integrating business and brand strategies to unlock their full potential. With over 30 years of experience leading global agencies like SAATCHI & SAATCHI, building companies, and advising top brands, Simone helps businesses amplify their impact through strategic brand positioning.

Daniel and Simone discuss how to transform your brand into a high-interest brand, why sharing brand beliefs - not just values - matters, and the hidden risks of being the face of your brand.

Daniel catches up with Rick Merten, Managing Director of InsideOut Group, a strategy-led B2B marketing consultancy with a unique approach - embedding fractional marketers inside businesses to drive growth from within. Originally founded in 2001 as an early digital start-up called Permission, InsideOut Group has evolved into a powerhouse for businesses looking to scale effectively.

Daniel and Rick discuss how to position your business in the minds of customers, the power of scaling through niching, and how to embed your values within your team - even in a remote work environment.

Daniel catches up with Chris Cowley, Managing Director of CKJ Building Services, a family-owned construction company specialising in government and commercial projects across Sydney. From growing up in a small town of just 300 people to leading a major building organisation, Chris has built some of the country's largest private schools and heritage projects.

Daniel and Chris discuss the pros and cons of private schooling, why learning lessons can be one of the most expensive things you do, and the challenges facing the construction industry today. Chris shares how traditional values have shaped his life and career, leading to an incredible journey of success and resilience.

Daniel catches up with Sylvia Arotin, award-winning educator and founder of My Montessori Education Centre and Guide & Grow, one of the world's largest Montessori at-home support platforms. After a life-changing car accident shifted her career path, Sylvia turned her passion for education into a thriving global business, supporting over half a million families.

Daniel and Sylvia discuss the dos and don'ts of raising children, insights into early childhood education, and her journey of overcoming adversity through resilience.

Daniel catches up with Melissa Hosgood, Managing Director of Labassa Capital, a specialist real estate investment manager. Labassa Capital builds long-term structured wealth through tailored financial solutions, taking a conservative approach while aiming to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns.

Daniel and Melissa delve into her expertise on wealth preservation and the Australian property market, as well as her journey from growing up in China to founding a successful real estate investment firm in Australia.

Daniel catches up with Lachlan Rowston, Co-founder of LOCKEROOM, a premium gym designed for high-performing professionals. Opening his first gym at just 21, he and his business partner have since launched three more locations while also co-hosting Australia's No. 1 fitness podcast, The Mind Muscle Project.

Daniel and Lachlan discuss the journey of growing LOCKEROOM into a national success story and his experience training elite professionals. They speak about the key principles of health and fitness, fat loss and muscle gain, and how to optimise performance through supplements.

Daniel catches up with Amy Castano, Co-founder of Acero, one of Australia's leading fitness and wellness brands. With her love for health & well-being, Amy turned Acero into a fitness powerhouse, shaking up the industry.

Daniel and Amy discuss why taking the leap and launching a business - even before it's perfect - is essential, the pros and cons of her having a large social media following when launching a brand, and the importance of rest and recovery for both physical and mental health.