LEADING LARGE

In this final episode of Season One*, Anna chats with Kym Meys of Adelaide Airport Limited.

From Kym's initial aspiration to become a pilot to her current leadership role overseeing major airport development projects, some would say she has followed a somewhat 'unconventional' path to success.

Listen in as the pair discuss Kym's journey, the value of perseverance, adaptability, a growth mindset and more.

*Season Two is coming in 2025! Make sure to hit subscribe and you'll get notified when it comes out!

• About Adelaide Airport Limited - Adelaide Airport Limited has the goal of being 'Everyone’s favourite airport. Seamless. Connected. Easy.'

Episode 8 sees Anna chat with Scott Brumfield, Manager South Australia at Hansen Yuncken.

Scott shares invaluable advice from his impressive 30-year career, offering his thoughts on how to build a successful career in the industry.

• About Hansen Yuncken - Hansen Yuncken are one of the nation’s largest commercial building contractors. Proudly Australian, privately owned and controlled, their enduring success is shaped by experience and thirst for innovation. Employing over 600 team members across New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, and Victoria – Hansen Yuncken remain local in every state.

Anna is sitting down with Zoë King of Cox Architecture as she shares her insightful career journey and offers valuable advice for young professionals.

From overcoming health challenges to becoming a respected leader, Zoë demonstrates the importance of perseverance, passion, and a willingness to learn and grow.

• About Cox Architecture - The Cox Architecture practice is built around designers that collaborate with clients, stakeholders and communities. We are By the Many, For the Many.

Meet Adrian Esplin, CEO of Sarah Constructions as he discusses all things careers, leadership and life with podcast host and founder of ROUSSOS Recruitment, Anna Roussos.

Listen in as Adrian encourages young professionals to take control of their own careers, with wise words for anyone seeking a successful and fulfilling career in construction.

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• About Sarah Constructions - Sarah are relationship builders and construction experts. They build trust by always delivering, developing strong foundations for future relationships through quality results and excellent communication.

In episode 5, Anna chats with Kerry Neil the General Manager of GHD South Australia - a global professional services company with over 160 offices around the globe.  

Tune in to catch Kerry’s wisdom from across her career journey, including what makes a good manager, the value of seeking mentorship and guidance, and her advice for any young professional looking to develop their career. 

Since recording this episode, Kerry has moved to Canada with GHD, taking on a Regional General Manager role. We wish her all the very best in this exciting new role.

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• About GHD - A global professional services company today with over 11,000 employees in 160 offices on five continents, making water, energy and communities sustainable for generations to come.

In Episode 4 of LEADING LARGE, Anna Roussos, Founder of ROUSSOS Recruitment sits down with Ben Symons, General Manager of Lendlease. Lendlease is a market-leading Australian integrated real estate business.  

Listen in as the two discuss Ben’s career journey, his belief in authenticity in leadership, why he thinks it's worthwhile to say yes to opportunity, and the importance of finding balance.  

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• About Lendlease - Lendlease’s mission is to shape cities, create connected communities and deliver workplaces of the future.

In episode three of LEADING LARGE, ROUSSOS Recruitment Founder and podcast host, Anna Roussos chats with JPE Design Studio Director, Josephine “Jo” Evans. JPE Design Studio is one of the oldest architectural practices in Adelaide, founded in 1851.  

As always, Jo brings her energy and zest for life into the studio as her and Anna discuss the culture at JPE, the power of optimism, the importance of demonstrating follow-through, and the role for parenthood within this often-demanding industry.  

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• About JPE Studios - JPE Design Studio is a well-established design practice based in Adelaide offering architecture, interior design, landscape architecture and urban design services.

This week, Al Crosby, BESIX Watpac's General Manager, Victoria and South Australia, sits down with Anna to discuss his start as an Estimator, and why he believes this role offers long-term and short-term benefits for those in the industry.  

Anna and Al also talk through his rise through the BESIX Watpac ranks over the last 20 years, why the company has so many employees that have been with them for 15+ years, and Al's belief that transparency, authenticity and carving out your own style are key to success.  

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• About BESIX Watpac - BESIX Watpac are a leading Australian multi-disciplinary construction company backed by a century of global expertise and financial strength. A wholly owned subsidiary of the award-winning international contractor BESIX Group, the company specialises in complex construction across all sectors, including infrastructure and marine works.

In this first episode of LEADING LARGE With Anna Roussos, Anna sits down with Nathan Silby, Joint Managing Director at WGA. 

Nathan is a recognised leader in the world of engineering, with over 30 years of experience in the industry.  

Join them as they discuss how everyone can show leadership, the importance of being patient, defining what’s important to you, and how establishing solid foundations can set you up for life.  

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• About WGA AU | Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec - One of the leading boutique engineering solutions firms across Australia and New Zealand, WGA is owned by employees, loved by their long-term clients, and has deep roots in the communities.