How do two lifelong mates build one of Australia’s most trusted SAP testing and quality delivery firms from pure grit, resilience, and hard work?In this powerful episode of IT Mastermind Talks, host Ian Markram — Founder of LoadingGrowth, former Deloitte UK and Axon UK consultant who built and sold his own consultancy to NTT Data — sits down with Brett Rogers and Mark Powditch, Co-Founders of MB Test Partners.They share the real story behind their partnership: growing up with very little, relying on strong family values, and turning humility and determination into a thriving consulting business. From their first major SAP project at Transport NSW to building “The MB Test Way,” Brett and Mark reveal how trust, quality, culture, and staying niche helped MB Test Partners become a respected leader in SAP testing across Australia.💡 Key Takeaways:- Why staying niche beats trying to do everything- The story behind “The MB Test Way” quality model- How grit, loyalty, and relationships shaped their success- How AI-powered IntelliTest enhances SAP testing deliveryThis episode is a must-watch for consultants, leaders, and founders growing people-first IT service businesses.🔗 Connect with IanWebsite | https://ianmarkram.com/Website | https://www.itmastermindtalks.comTwitter | https://twitter.com/IanMarkramFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/ianmarkram2LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/in/coach-it-servicesITVA | https://theitva.comIMA | https://itmarketingautomation.com🔗 Connect with LoadingGrowthInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/loadinggrowth/Twitter | https://x.com/growthloadingFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/loadgrowthLinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/loadinggrowthWebsite | https://loadinggrowth.comTikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@loading.growth?_t=ZS-8yzlPKITdvc&_r=1🔗 Connect with IT Mastermind TalksFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/ITMastermindTalksWebsite | https://itmastermindtalks.comLinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/company/it-mastermind-talksYouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ITMastermindTalks🔗 Connect with MB Test Partners & FoundersMark PowditchLinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/markpowditch/Brett RogersLinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-rogers-0177101/MB Test PartnersWebsite | https://www.mbtestpartners.com/⏰ TIMESTAMPS(00:00) Welcome & introduction(02:00) Brett’s story from Bankstown to global banking(05:00) Growing up with resilience & work ethic(08:00) Mark’s upbringing, family values & finance journey(14:00) How Brett & Mark met at Transport NSW(17:00) The birth of MB Test Partners(23:00) Why niche SAP testing transformed their careers(30:00) Challenges of staying specialized while scaling(36:00) The MB Test Way: culture, quality, and delivery(45:00) AI innovation: IntelliTest and testing efficiency(52:00) Competing with offshore firms through expertise(1:03:00) Trends shaping testing & automation(1:09:00) Advice for future IT founders(1:11:00) Closing reflections#ITMastermindTalks #LoadingGrowth #IanMarkram #MBTestPartners #BrettRogers #MarkPowditch #SAPTesting #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurJourney #teamculture #leadership