Guest: Vincent Lebon, EO Melbourne member, founder of Rollie Nation, and award-winning footwear designer.

Host: Linh Podetti, EO Sydney member since 2022, owner of Outsourcing Angel. 

In this episode of the EO Business Podcast, Vincent Lebon, founder of Rollie Nation, takes us inside the journey of turning a single shoe idea into a globally recognised footwear brand. From sketching designs to seeing Rollies on shelves in over 11 countries, Vincent shares the creative vision, grit, and branding strategies behind his success. 

He opens up about: 

- How to craft a brand story that customers connect with 

- The challenges of moving from wholesale to direct-to-consumer 

- Navigating international markets and staying true to your brand 

- Building a team that understands and lives your brand values 

- Why branding is more than just a logo, it’s the entire experience 

Whether you’re in fashion, retail, or any business that needs a brand that lasts, this episode is packed with insights you can put to work right away. 

👉 Listen now and don’t forget to follow us for more real stories from entrepreneurs across the globe. 

ABOUT VINCENT LEBON

Vincent Lebon is the founder of Rollie Nation, an Australian footwear brand known for its lightweight, stylish shoes designed for travel and everyday wear. With a background in industrial design and a love for creating products that blend form and function, Vincent has built Rollie into a brand that sells in major retailers worldwide. His approach to branding focuses on authenticity, storytelling, and delivering products people love to wear.

CONNECT WITH VINCENT 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vince_lebon/ 

Website: https://www.rollienation.com/ 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincelebon/

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: Mike Arzt, EO Colorado member since 2014, co-founder of The Public Works and Battery621 

Host: Linh Podetti, EO Sydney member since 2022, owner of Outsourcing Angel. 

In this episode of the EO Business Podcast, Mike Arzt, co-founder of The Public Works and Battery 621, shares the raw and honest story of navigating a difficult partnership breakup. After building a thriving creative agency and co-owning a 30,000 sq ft building in Denver, Mike faced tough lessons when things with his co-founders took a turn. 

He opens up about: 

- The red flags he missed early on 

- The emotional toll of breaking up with business partners 

- How a solid operating agreement saved the business 

- The role EO forum played in helping him through 

- Why having the right partner is everything 

This is a must-watch for any entrepreneur thinking about going into business with others—or struggling to make it work. 

👉 Watch now and don’t forget to subscribe for more real stories from entrepreneurs across the globe. 

ABOUT MIKE ARZT 

Mike Arzt is an entrepreneur, creative director, and co-founder of The Public Works, a Colorado-based creative agency specialising in branding, event production, and content creation. With deep roots in the snowboarding and action sports industries, Mike has built a career that fuses fun, culture, and business success. His approach blends authenticity, innovation, and community-building, making him a sought-after leader and collaborator in the outdoor industry and beyond. 

CONNECT WITH MIKE 

Instagram: @arztm 

Website: https://thepublicworks.biz 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-arzt-thepublicworks/

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: Goro Gupta, Entrepreneur & Ethical Investor, EO Melbourne Member since 2022 

Host: Linh Podetti, EO Sydney Member since 2022 & Founder of Outsourcing Angel 

From building businesses at 17 to reshaping how we invest in society’s most vulnerable, Goro Gupta is not your typical entrepreneur. In this episode, he shares how he turned deeply personal values into high-impact ventures, from NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation to ethical co-living models. Goro dives into the mindset, politics, and philosophy behind scaling ventures with purpose and the hard lessons he learned along the way. A senior leader with Tony Robbins and a fierce advocate for values-led business, Goro breaks down what it means to lead with both heart and strategy. 

ABOUT GORO

Goro Gupta is a serial entrepreneur and ethical investor focused on real estate models that serve humanity, NDIS housing, co-living, and safe respite spaces. He’s also a Tony Robbins senior leader and award-winning business advocate passionate about reshaping capitalism from the inside out. 

CONNECT WITH GORO 

🌍 Websites:

Ethical Property Investments: https://ethicalpropertyinvestments.com.au/

Empowered Liveability: https://empoweredliveability.com.au

Goro Gupta: https://gorogupta.com/ 

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/goro-gupta/ 

📸 Instagram: @gorogupta

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: Marina Byezhanova, Co-Founder of Brand of a Leader, EO Canada Bridge Member since 2014 

Host: Linh Podetti, Founder of Outsourcing Angel & EO Sydney Member since 2022

After losing a business during COVID, Marina Byezhanova took a hard look at what truly mattered. Success for success’s sake no longer resonated. Instead, she discovered her real mission: helping others own their voice and lead with authenticity. 

Now, as the co-founder of Brand of a Leader, Marina leads a high-performing global team, empowering entrepreneurs across 12+ countries to build personal brands that reflect their purpose, not just their accomplishments. 

In this inspiring episode, we go deep into: 

- Reinventing yourself after failure 

- Building a brand rooted in who you really are 

- Raising independent kids as a busy entrepreneur 

- What Marina learned about leadership through EO 

- Why branding isn’t vanity—it’s vulnerability 

This conversation is for every founder who’s ever felt invisible, misaligned, or unsure if their story matters. Marina shows us that your real self is your most powerful brand.

ABOUT MARINA 

Marina Byezhanova is the Co-Founder of Brand of a Leader, a personal branding agency for entrepreneurs. Her mission is to scale the reach of people’s voices by helping them build brands rooted in who they truly are. A proud EO member since 2014, Marina is also part of EO’s Global Learning Committee and a recognised global speaker featured in Forbes, Inc., WSJ, and more.

CONNECT WITH MARINA 

🌍 Website: https://www.brandofaleader.com/ 

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmarina/ 

📸 Instagram: @marinabyezhanova

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: Travis Luther, Founder of MOSO Pillow & EO Colorado Member since 2013 Host: Linh Podetti, Founder of Outsourcing Angel & EO Sydney Member since 2022 

Meet Travis Luther, a sociologist, entrepreneur, and five-time founder whose groundbreaking work explores the intersection of trauma, transformation, and entrepreneurship. 

In this episode, Travis shares how interviewing the terminally ill for his keynote What We Learn When We Learn We Are Dying revealed profound lessons about regret, values, and how to live with intention. He also opens up about how childhood trauma can shape entrepreneurial drive and how to unlearn the patterns that eventually hold us back. 

From building multiple 7-figure companies to leading the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) at the chapter, national, and regional level, Travis brings deep wisdom and real tools to help founders reclaim control of their lives. 

If you're an entrepreneur driven by something deeper, or wondering what really matters as you scale, this conversation is a must-watch. 

ABOUT TRAVIS

Travis Luther is a sociologist, keynote speaker, and founder of Luther Media, with successful ventures including MOSO Pillow, TrialLine, ValetAds, Queen Anne Pillow Company, and Law Father. He is the former EO Colorado President, current EO U.S. West MarComm Expert, and was the 2019 National Chair for EO’s Global Student Entrepreneurship Awards, featured in the Disney+/NatGeo documentary Own the Room. Travis is also the creator of How to Be a Good Time Traveler, a transformational workshop helping leaders reframe trauma and design a meaningful life. He hosts The Time to Live Podcast and continues to speak on stages about mindset, mortality, and modern entrepreneurship.

CONNECT WITH TRAVIS 

🌍 Website: https://travisluther.com/ 

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisluther/

📸 Instagram: @travisscottluther

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: Jim Boyd, Founder of Cirrus Group Consulting & EO Sydney Member since 2023 

Host: Linh Podetti, Founder of Outsourcing Angel & EO Sydney Member since 2022 

Meet Jim Boyd, with 25+ years of experience in IT staffing, who went from managing recruiters to becoming one himself, when a business crisis forced him to rebuild everything from scratch. After launching Cirrus Group Consulting just before COVID, Jim weathered early chaos only to face a second shock in 2022, his entire recruiting team quit. Instead of giving up, Jim learned to recruit himself, restructured the business, and self-implemented EOS to create sustainable systems. Then in 2024, he made a cross-continental move from the US to Australia, managing clients, staff, and systems across time zones while deepening his leadership through the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO). Whether you’re a founder, a recruiter, or someone in a season of rebuilding, this episode offers powerful insights on what it takes to survive and scale. 

ABOUT JIM BOYD 

Jim Boyd is the Founder and CEO of Cirrus Group Consulting, an IT staffing firm specialising in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and AI/ML roles. With over two decades in tech staffing, Jim is passionate about specialisation, process improvement, and people-first leadership. He’s also an EO Sydney member, originally from Orange County, USA. 

CONNECT WITH JIM BOYD 

🌍 Website: www.cirruscons.com 

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-boyd/

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: Alexander John Schultz, Founder of Turnbury Group & EO Greater Bay Area President-Elect since 2024
Host: Linh Podetti, EO Sydney Member since 2022 & Founder of Outsourcing Angel

How does a Goldman Sachs analyst end up brokering live lobsters in China?
In this jaw-dropping episode, Alexander Schultz shares his bold leap from Wall Street to building an $11M seafood distribution business across Greater China.

At just 24, Alex moved to Hong Kong with $25K and a dream—leaving behind a high-flying finance job for something completely unexpected. What started as a wild idea turned into Turnbury Group, a global seafood company distributing over 1 million pounds of product annually.

Inside this episode:
- From finance to fish: saying yes to an industry he knew nothing about
- Building a business in a new country with no safety net
- Scaling with grit, precision, and relentless execution
- Turning seafood into a sustainable global mission
- Leading the EO Greater Bay Area Metro chapter to unite entrepreneurs across borders

Alex’s story proves: You don’t need a revolutionary idea. You just need the courage to start and the discipline to execute better than the rest.

ABOUT ALEXANDER SCHULTZ
Alexander Schultz is the Founder of Turnbury Group, a Hong Kong-based seafood distribution company connecting North America to Greater China. A former Goldman Sachs analyst, Alex bootstrapped his business from the ground up—now doing $11M+ in revenue and leading one of EO’s most ambitious new chapters.


CONNECT WITH ALEXANDER SCHULTZ
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alexschultzhk
X: @mrturnbury
Website: www.turnburygroup.com

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: Ravijeet Dang (Ravi), Managing Director of Iotasol Australia, tech innovator and EO Melbourne member since 2024.
Host: Linh Podetti, EO Sydney member and founder of Outsourcing Angel.

In this episode, Ravijeet Dang, Managing Director of Iotasol Pty Ltd, reveals how digital transformation is reshaping businesses across various industries. With 15+ years of experience, Ravijeet has worked with top global brands such as DHL, FIFA, and Fuji Xerox. He shares how leveraging SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS helps businesses enhance operations, optimize supply chains, and save costs—delivering double-digit growth month after month.

Ravijeet also shares insights on digital strategy and how businesses can utilize technology to accelerate growth in today’s digital-first world.

ABOUT RAVIJEET DANG

Ravijeet Dang is the Managing Director of Iotasol, a leading digital services company specializing in SaaS, IaaS, and supply chain solutions. He has helped businesses save 20-30% in costs and achieve sustained growth. Ravi is also certified in Lean Six Sigma and PRINCE2, focusing on delivering value through innovative technology solutions.

CONNECT WITH RAVIJEET DANG

🌍 Website: www.iotasol.com
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravijeet/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iotasol/

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: Paul Rochon, head of the Sleep and Mental Health Department at a Beijing hospital, founder of Engineering Wellbeing, and EO Beijing member since 2016

Host: Linh Podetti, EO Sydney member since 2022, owner of Outsourcing Angel

In this episode, Paul Rochon shares his incredible journey from being a professional rugby player in France to becoming a leading Biopsychologist and Hypnotherapist based in Beijing. After a knee injury ended his sports career, Paul became obsessed with understanding recovery and performance, not just physically, but mentally.

Paul talks about:
- How he used mindset to reprogram his life after injury
- Why he engineered his own sleep to gain time and energy
- The connection between consciousness, performance, and environment
- How he applies neuroscience and well-being strategies in companies, schools, and hospitals
- His experience leading in the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and the power of conscious leadership

Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or just someone obsessed with high performance, this episode is packed with insights into human potential and sustainable success.

Subscribe for more inspiring interviews with change makers and visionaries from around the world.

ABOUT PAUL ROCHON
Paul Rochon is a French former professional rugby player who turned his life around after a career-ending knee injury. Driven to understand recovery, he pursued advanced degrees in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, and a PhD in sleep and states of consciousness. Now a Biopsychologist and Hypnotherapist, Paul blends science and holistic health to engineer peak wellbeing.

He’s the founder of Engineering Wellbeing, a consulting firm that creates tech-driven solutions to improve health and performance in companies, schools, and elite teams. Based in Beijing for the last 18 years, Paul also leads the Sleep and Mental Health Department at a local hospital and serves as an EO leader in the region, helping entrepreneurs unlock their full potential.

CONNECT WITH PAUL
🌐 Website: https://engineering-wellbeing.com
📸 Instagram: @paul_cognition
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochonpaul/ 

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/

Guest: John Reale, Founder of Realcorp Commercial Cleaning & Profit Navigator, EO Melbourne Member since 2023 

Host: Linh Podetti, EO Sydney Member since 2022 and Owner of Outsourcing Angel 

From Accountant to Cleaning Empire CEO with 100+ Staff – Without Sales Experience! Meet John Reale, a former accountant who took a leap of faith into entrepreneurship and built a thriving cleaning business with over 100 employees—all without any formal sales background. In this inspiring interview, John shares:
 
✨ Why he left a secure accounting career 
✨ The humble beginnings of his cleaning business 
✨ How he grew a team of over 100 without knowing how to sell 
✨ The mindset shifts and systems that helped him scale 
✨ His advice to anyone thinking they’re “not cut out” for business 

If you've ever doubted whether you're "business-savvy" enough or felt limited by your background, John’s story will show you what’s really possible when you back yourself and take action. 
💡 You don't need to be a salesperson—you just need the right mindset, work ethic, and a heart to serve. 

ABOUT JOHN: 
John Reale is the Founder of Realcorp Commercial Cleaning and Profit Navigator, helping business owners gain financial clarity and scale with strategic decision-making. With a background in accounting, auditing, and CFO roles, he understands the financial levers that drive business success. As a passionate entrepreneur, John shares real-world insights on business strategy, financial planning, and leadership, empowering SMEs to scale smarter. 

CONNECT WITH JOHN: 
🌎 Website: www.realcorp.net.au 
📸 Instagram: @reale.john
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aujohnreale/

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ABOUT EO

Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.

Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.

If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.

For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/