JCU Conversations

JCU Chancellor Bill Tweddell reflects on his long association with James Cook University and on his storied career. He also shares how his experiences have shaped his leadership skills, the responsibility of drawing upon these skills, and the importance of forging relationships and exchanging ideas.

(This episode was recorded before Bill’s retirement as Chancellor of James Cook University.)

This episode’s host: Nicola Hodgman, Associate Director of Special Projects at James Cook University in Singapore

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Group Chief Executive Officer of Surbana Jurong Wong Heang Fine has had a challenging childhood. He shares how his experiences across various projects have shaped his entrepreneurial and collaborative abilities, and made him a leader in today’s diverse landscape.

This episode’s host: Professor Jason Pomeroy, Founding Principal of Pomeroy Studio and Pomeroy Academy

CEO of Barramundi Group Andreas Von Scholten joins the show to share how he entered the world of aquaculture, how he’s grown throughout his career, and the key to sustainability — also, find out if his favourite meal includes a serving of tasty barramundi.

This episode’s host: Professor Dean Jerry, Director of the Tropical Futures Institute at James Cook University in Singapore

Chief Financial Officer of DBS Group Chng Sok Hui has had a real rollercoaster of a career. She shares how she quickly grew into becoming a leader across her various roles, how she found her way into Singapore's leading consumer bank, and how she achieves that coveted work-life balance.

This episode’s host: Dr Malobi Mukherjee, Former Lecturer of Business at James Cook University, Singapore

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