The Icehouse Podcast

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The Icehouse Podcast episodes

August 17, 2022Amanda Barker, Founder and Co-Owner of Pillar Consulting
Episode 98 of The Icehouse Podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart, is with Amanda Barker, Founder and Co-Owner of Pillar Consulting, a consulting firm, specialising in Health and Safety, HR and Recruitment services and strategies. They are passionate about protecting the people in small and medium sized businesses.
This conversation unpacks;
Amanda’s passions, formative years and how she discovered her purpose

Pillar consulting's focus on people and highlighting the importance of Health and Safety

Amanda’s focus on wellness, resilience and building a strong team

The benefits of celebrating success along the way

Her misconceptions and hesitations about coaching and why now, she wishes she did it sooner

The specific elements she has implemented into her business since having Jamie has her coach and how it has developed her businesses strategy and finances

How Imposter Syndrome was crippling at the beginning of her journey, how she overcame it and helps others

Her advice to surround yourself with people that tell you “Yes, you can”

The international growth of Pillar planned for the next 12 months
And lots more!
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
Podcast Series - https://info.theicehouse.co.nz/podcast
59 min
August 10, 2022Craig van Asch, Owner of Exeloo
Episode 97 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart is with Craig van Asch, Owner Manager Programme 51 Alumni and Owner of Exeloo, a business at the forefront of intelligent public toilet design in New Zealand, Australia and North America. Exeloo offers the full spectrum of designs from manual to fully automated, self-cleaning models. They are leading the way in innovation within the industry and are excited about the future of Exeloo.
The conversation with Craig unpacks:
Craig’s career journey that led to purchasing Exeloo in 2020

His biggest challenges and highlights of the business journey so far

How BNZ gave Craig the opportunity to attend the Owner Manager Programme and his commitment to upskilling and learning

The importance of building a strong culture, hiring good people and trusting your team

His discovery that all businesses have the same challenges (staff, supply chain...) and can support each other effectively

Practical advice for business owners working on their resilience and wellbeing

Key takeaways he has implemented into Exeloo since the Owner Manager Programme

The growth Exeloo is stepping into now that the world has opened back up
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
41 min
August 03, 2022 Leon Mooney, Managing Director of Works
Episode 96 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Eamon King is with Leon Mooney, Managing Director of Works, Christchurch’s largest and most diverse coworking space, with two locations under the names Saltworks and Millworks.
The conversation between Eamon and Leon highlights the misconceptions of coworking, Leon’s journey into business ownership, his passion for building communities and the importance of coworking being “human to human, rather than business to business”.
Leon discusses the current trends in coworking, how the last two years affected the way we work, his excitement for the future of Works and the new partnership between The Icehouse, which enables business owners working from Works to upskill in their finances and sales skills through funding and scholarships.
A great listen for those interested in the power of coworking and to learn more about Works, based in Christchurch.
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
Podcast Series - https://info.theicehouse.co.nz/podcast
26 min
July 25, 2022Mark le Grove, Owner of Collision Connect
Episode 95 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart is with Mark le Grove, Owner Manager Programme 51 Alumni and Owner of Collision Connect, a business redefining collision repairs, providing consistent, quality repairs for vehicles locally.
The conversation with Mark unpacks:
His biggest learnings in business so far

Learning to manage people, having hard conversations and being an effective leader

Encouragement to new business owners to be confident, give it a go and learn from failures

His experience hearing of The Icehouse through BNZ, doing The Icehouse Sales Skills workshop and then taking the leap into the Owner Manager Programme

How the Owner Manager Programme turned Mark from a tradesman to a businessman

Dealing with Imposter Syndrome and challenging his mindset

The unexpected value from putting his team on the Leadership Development Programme

The magic of community and how he intentionally stays connected to The Icehouse

The future of Collision Connect and its focus on nationwide growth
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
Podcast Series - https://info.theicehouse.co.nz/podcast
We are now on Spotify, listen here - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aZIsMpzEAAJ06IIiotDLh
36 min
July 19, 2022Ray Tomlinson, Owner of JT Group and Founder of Summit
Episode 94 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart, is with Ray Tomlinson, Owner Manager Programme 28 Alumni and Owner of JT Group, a family business and leading building wash company that expertly maintains property exteriors by utlising technology to be more sustainable. Ray has also founded Summit, focusing on innovation and technology within the site solutions industry and leading the way worldwide!
In this conversation we unpack;
The history of the family business and how Ray got involved

His biggest learnings from the family business and how important resilience is

His passion for sustainability within his industry and how JT Group and Summit are leading the way

His focus on building a healthy and effective team through trust and purpose

His experience on the Owner Manager Programme almost 10 years ago and how his learnings are still valuable today

Advice for business owners wanting to grow their businesses

The innovation behind Summit and how they are just getting started
As mentioned in the podcast, the link to Summit’s latest technology can be viewed here!
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
29 min
July 12, 2022Tom Oliver, Labour Operations Manager at Hortus
Episode 93 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart, is is with Tom Oliver, Labour Operations Manager at Hortus and Icehouse Leadership Development Programme Alumni. Hortus deliver expectational services in labour, machinery and vineyard management in the viticulture and horticulture industry.
In this conversation we unpack;
Tom’s career journey and how he started at Hortus 12 years ago and hasn’t looked back

Tom’s evolving role, passions and ways he has upskilled

His honesty around learning to manage people and the importance of relationship management

Common myths about the viticulture and horticulture industry that he debunks

A deep dive into the importance of values and how they are practically outworked at Hortus

Advice for owners and leaders trying to embed authentic values into their businesses

His Leadership Development Programme experience at The Icehouse and his key takeaways

The future of Hortus and what excites him about it the most
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
27 min
July 05, 2022Celia Crosbie, Founder and Managing Director of Scope Media NZ
Episode 92 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart, is with Celia Crosbie, Founder and Managing Director of Scope Media NZ and Icehouse Leadership Development Programme Alumni. Scope Media helps people connect with their audiences through personal networking, strategic communications, content creation and highly targeted digital marketing so they can share their stories with the world.
This conversation unpacks;
Celia’s career journey leading to Scope Media

Her experience of Imposer Syndrome after having kids, finding her confidence and learning to be kinder to herself

Highlights and challenges in her industry, overcoming misconceptions in PR and Digital

Winning ‘Best Small to Medium PR Consultancy of the Year’ and the confidence that has given her and the team.

The importance of storytelling, especially for Owners starting out on their digital journey

Te Puni Kokiri’s scholarship opportunity

Her positive experience on the Leadership Development Programme and how that led to a strong sense of purpose, vision and strategic direction for her business

The future of Scope Media, growing the team and client profile and making a positive impact in the community through inspiring work
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
38 min
June 28, 2022Georgia Dive, Founder and Managing Director at Bright
Episode 91 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart, is with Georgia Dive, Founder and Managing Director at Bright (Formerly Babysitters Club) and Icehouse Coaching Alumni. Bright is a trusted community for carers, families and children. They support parents and carers in creating magic moments for little ones with personable, reliable, supportive and safe childcare – harnessing technology to manage the community.
This conversation unpacks;
Georgia’s business journey founding The Babysitters Club out of university

Her biggest learnings, challenges and wins

The rebrand to ‘Bright’, how Bright works and empowers the child, family and carer

The importance of community and how building a community is her secret sauce

Misconceptions about the childcare industry and her mission to change the stereotypes

How Georgia’s Icehouse coaching gave her strategic goals, vision and next steps

How recently becoming a Mum has changed the way she does business and advice for new mums trying to balance business and motherhood.

The future is bright for Bright! What the future looks like and what excites Georgia the most.
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
34 min
June 22, 2022Hamish Preston, CEO of Preston Corp
Episode 90 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart, is with Hamish Preston, Owner Manager Programme 46 Alumni and CEO of Preston Corp, a Wellington-based, family-owned parent company for Preston’s Master Butchers, Ken Wilson Meats and KAM Transport and Logistics. The dynamic team work with all things meat and are involved in all aspects of the food chain “from Farm to Fork”.
In this conversation we unpack;
What motivates Hamish every day, his career journey and how he landed back in the family business

His focus on building a healthy team culture, looking after his staff, and creating a place they want to show up to every day.

Current challenges and how he is overcoming these challenges

His experience on The Icehouse Owner Manager Programme and key takeaways that continue to inspire him

The importance of community to Hamish and how he actively stays connected to his cohort

The future for Preston Corp
And much more!
Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
18 min
June 15, 2022 Nick McDonald, Owner Manager Programme 40
Episode 89 of The Icehouse podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart, is with Nick McDonald, Owner Manager Programme 40 Alumni and Founder and Head Honcho at Likeable Lab, a Digital Marketing Agency which lives and breathes the digital world – working with movers, sharkers and boundary breakers to help their businesses thrive online.

In this conversation we unpack;
Nick’s business journey and his realisation to step out of ‘comfortable’ and into ‘challenge’
His biggest learnings and highlights along the way
Hiring ‘A Players’ and the importance of culture being their biggest asset
Nick’s experience in growing his business, handling business acquisitions and managing his teams across Tauranga, Hamilton and Internationally
Likeable Lab’s growth plans to evolve into an International business
Likeable Lab’s relaunch and fresh look and what that process has looked like
Advice for business owners wanting to take their first step in Digital Marketing
Nick’s experience on the Owner Manager Programme, his key takeaways and how he stays connected to the community
And much more!

Have a listen and let us know what you think! Any questions? Contact us at [email protected]
37 min