No Limitations

In Episode 68, “Never Get Comfortable”, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to Mark Fitzgibbon, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of nib Group. Mark has been CEO of the group for over 18 years and led its demutualisation and listing on the ASX in 2007. He is also a Director of Private Healthcare Australia and previously held CEO positions for both the national and New South Wales peak industry bodies for licensed clubs and in local government.
In an engaging discussion, Mark shares with us his journey that has seen him become one of the longest-serving CEOs in Australia in arguably one of the most complex and important sectors, instilling the ambition and mantra of world domination in teams he has assembled. He presents healthcare in a new light, against a backdrop of historical perceptions, providing us with a glimpse of the future, as we witness some of the most exciting changes in the industry.

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In Episode 67, “Leading from the Heart”, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to Ronni Kahn AO, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of OzHarvest. Founded in 2004, OzHarvest has gone on to become Australia’s leading food rescue organisation, with a model making its way around the globe. Recognised as Australian Local Hero of the Year in 2010, Ronni also serves in an advisory capacity to government, was the subject of the eye-opening feature film and recently published her memoir, .Food FighterA Repurposed Life
In a riveting discussion, Ronni shares the experiences which ultimately led to the founding and eventual success of OzHarvest; a journey of self-discovery, intrepid entrepreneurship and making a life-changing impact in society. With a mission to halve food wastage in Australia by 2030, especially during a time where food security and availability are continuously being tested, Ronni challenges us to shift our thinking and to take on a greater role in making a difference. Lastly, we are given a peek into OzHarvest’s upcoming release of an exciting world-first project.

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Episode 66, “The Search for Perfection” In this inspiring conversation, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks again to John Bertrand AO, international sportsman, Olympic medallist and world champion. John famously skippered Australia II to win the 1983 America’s Cup, which was voted as the finest team performance in 200 years of Australian sport by The Confederation of Australian Sport. He is currently Chair of The Sport Australia Hall of Fame and previously President of Swimming Australia.
As we all look to leadership to help us navigate past the new normal, John returns to the show to share a glimpse into a world beyond the elastic limitations of the rules, with a particular focus on high performance – both as an individual and as part of a team. We learn what it takes to deliver on the biggest stage, from the thousands of hours of perfect practice to the mentality required to perform in the moment. In this inspiring discussion, Greg and John dig deep and discuss the profound impact of a true leader in lifting their team, their organisation and the country.

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In Episode 65, “Pushing the Boundaries”, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to Michael Miller, Executive Chairman, News Corp Australasia, who oversees a portfolio of national, metropolitan, regional and community brands that include The Australian, Sky News Australia, Herald Sun, The Daily Telegraph and Vogue Australia. News Corp Australia also has significant investments in Foxtel, Fox Sports Australia and the REA Group, to name a few. Michael is also Chairman of the Premium Content Alliance and a Director of Foxtel. He was previously Chief Executive Officer of APN News and Media.
In an open discussion, Michael shares with us his views on an array of topics; from his career journey, the evolution of journalism and the role of media, building trust, to the future of news and big tech. At an age where competition and content are plenty, he brings to the fore the importance of diversity in creative and constructive debate and what it means to innovate, to set the benchmark and push the boundaries.
Please note the podcast was recorded on 28 January 2021.

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In Episode 64, “The Great Spectrum of Opportunities”, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to David Thodey AO, Chairman of the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Xero Ltd and Tyro Payments Ltd. He is also a Non-Executive Director of Ramsay Health Care Ltd. In 2020, David was appointed Commissioner for the National COVID-19 Coordination Advisory Board. Previously, he was Chief Executive Officer of Telstra Corporation Ltd and of IBM Australia and New Zealand.
In a forward-thinking discussion, David draws our attention to the multitude of opportunities in front of us, from how Australia can position itself favourably in the shift to renewable energy to tapping into the potential of the world-class biotech and broader technology environments in our own backyard. Mindful of the past, he also shares with us learnings from a career that has seen him traverse countries, on the move for two-thirds of the year, and at the helm of one of the country’s largest and most recognisable organisations.

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In this episode, , Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to Holly Masters, Chief Executive Officer of the McGrath Foundation. Previously, Holly worked for Estée Lauder Companies where she held a variety of roles over 12 years including, Vice President General Manager of Clinique Asia Pacific. She has also led brands such as Jo Malone London, La Mer and Molton Brown across Australia and co-founded mission21, a marketing and communications agency in London.“Pink for Purpose”
In a fast-paced discussion, Holly gives us a unique insight into the amazing work being done by the McGrath Foundation, from where it all started to how it grew, having supported more than 91,000 individuals and their families over the last 15 years. We hear of inspiring tales of the unsung heroes of the community, their relentless efforts despite the challenges brought about by the year that has passed and how the McGrath Foundation will paint Australia pink in the upcoming days.
To find out more about the McGrath Foundation and to support the cause, please visit www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au.

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In Episode 62, “Chance Favours the Prepared Mind”, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to Professor Sir Edward Byrne AC, President and Principal of King’s College London and Chairman of King’s Health Partners. He was previously University President and Vice Chancellor, and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences of Monash University and Vice-Provost (Health) of University College London. Ed was also a founding Director of the Melbourne Neuromuscular Research Unit and the Centre for Neuroscience and has served as Non-Executive Director for Bupa and Cochlear Ltd.
In an insightful conversation, Ed shares with us his journey, which has seen him go back and forth between the United Kingdom and Australia, witnessing the significant breakthroughs in neuroscience and leading some of the world’s best universities. Greg and Ed cover the complex ecosystem that is higher education, its global nature, the challenges the sector faces during and even before the pandemic, and the similarities between universities in the United Kingdom and Australia and where they diverge. Finally, we gain a unique perspective into the current state of the United Kingdom and the intricacies associated with COVID-19 and Brexit.

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In Episode 61, “Character Is the Foundation”, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to Jeff Sengelman DSC AM CSC, a retired Major General in the Australian Defence Force. Jeff has had a distinguished career spanning almost 40 years, most recently as Special Operations Commander Australia, where he was responsible for all Special Forces and crucial national missions operating in the most dangerous environments across the globe. He has been a trusted senior advisor to both Government and the Chief of the Defence Force on security issues of national significance and a principal adviser on counter-terrorism. He is currently Chairman of Harvest Technology Group Ltd.
In a revealing conversation, Jeff and Greg discuss character, loyalty and leadership under the harshest and most complex of circumstances and reflect on not just the individual, but the collective. Jeff shares his views on a number of current issues which go to the core of the Australian spirit and affect Australians the world over.
Please note that the views and opinions expressed by Jeff Sengelman in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of the organisations he is involved with.

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In Episode 60, , Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks again to Stephen Loosley AM, who served as Senator for New South Wales in the Australian Parliament during the Hawke and Keating Governments, where he chaired both the Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade and the Senate Regulations Committee. He is now the Deputy Chair of Thales Australia and a Director of O’Connell Street Associates. He has served as Chair of the Woomera Prohibited Area Advisory Board and is the immediate past Chair of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, where he is now a Senior Fellow.“The Battle for the Soul of America, Part 2”
In this fast-paced discussion, Stephen and Greg review the 2020 United States Presidential Election – the key moments, how events unfolded, what the future of America will look like and the ramifications for the world.
Please note that the views and opinions expressed by Stephen Loosley in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of the organisations he is involved with.

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In Episode 59,“Do It for the Right Reasons”, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson speaks to Mark Allison, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Elders Ltd. He is also currently Chair of Agribusiness Australia, AuctionsPlus, the Agriculture and Natural Resources End-User Advisory Board of the SmartSat CRC, the Agrifood and Wine Advisory Board of Adelaide University, a Non-Executive Director of GrainGrowers Ltd and a member of the Rabobank Food and Agriculture Advisory Board. Previously, Mark was the CEO of GrainGrowers Ltd, Jeminex Ltd, Farmoz, Wesfarmers Landmark Ltd, Wesfarmers CSBP Ltd and CropCare Australasia.
In a straightforward conversation, Mark, now in his seventh CEO position, shares his thoughts on real leadership and just running things properly. We gain an insight into one of the most successful turnaround stories in business. During Mark’s current tenure of just over six years, Elders has grown from a market capitalisation of $50m to $1.8bn. From the droughts to the bushfires, politicking to pragmatism and innovation to infrastructure, Greg and Mark examine the facts and get to the heart of the matter. Not only do we learn about creating a corporate culture that delivers, but we also get a peek into Mark’s creative process as a musician, which has yielded 144 songs across nine albums under the moniker “Mallison”.

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