“When a business hands you their logistics operation, you can power them to double in size, or you can cripple them. That principle dictates how you scale.”

We’re joined by Talea Bader, Co-Founder & CEO of SKUTOPIA, one of Australia’s most innovative e-commerce fulfilment platforms. Combining proprietary software, robotics, and intelligent forecasting, SKUTOPIA has become a core infrastructure partner for fast-growing consumer brands.

In this episode, Talea shares:

• Bootstrapping a robotics and software-first logistics business after every major VC said no
• Scaling responsibly in a mission-critical environment
• How AI underpins SKUTOPIA’s forecasting, batching, and network optimisation
• Moving from doer, to enabler, to architect as the organisation grows

Guest: Talea Bader, Co-Founder & CEO, SKUTOPIA
Host: Mark Bryan, Managing Director, Pemba Capital Partners
Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

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“Innovation is critical, but in mission-critical environments you earn trust by keeping systems working first.”

We’re joined by Martin Moszczynski, Founder and CEO of Olinqua, one of Australia’s most innovative health-tech platforms transforming real-time operations inside hospitals.
What started as middleware evolved into a category-defining system now trusted by major hospitals nationwide.

In this episode, Martin shares:
 • Lessons from breaking into a conservative, risk-averse sector
 • How Olinqua attracts top talent with purpose, culture, and timing
 • Balancing innovation with reliability across large engineering teams
 • The power of long-term strategic partnerships (and how not to jeopardise them)
 • Expanding into the US and why go-to-market playbooks don’t translate

Guest: Martin Moszczynski, Founder & CEO, Olinqua
Host: Mark Bryan, Managing Director, Pemba Capital Partners
Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

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“Leadership Quarterly Priorities  –  small cross-functional teams trying to solve something that's important for the quarter – are really the foundation of the execution machine and it's part of Scaling Up. It’s an execution weapon, if you can get it right... we’ve done over 60 of them.” 

We’re joined by Scott Jackson, CEO of Locatrix, a safety-tech platform modernising fire compliance through digital mapping and emergency planning. Their platform is used by 2,000+ industry professionals, and services some of the world’s largest  property portfolios.

Scott’s journey spans founding, exits, and now leading Locatrix through disciplined execution and international expansion, while anchoring culture in humility, gratitude, and hope.
 
 In this episode, Scott shares:
 • Using Leadership Quarterly Priorities (LQPs) to drive accountability and cadence
 • Evolving a partner model from efficiency gains to global distribution
 • Going international: regulation fit, product-market fit, and learning fast via trade shows
 • Upgrading go-to-market: interim CRO impact, tighter segments, and hiring a Head of Growth
 • Succession with integrity: COO → CEO and protecting culture through change

Guest: Scott Jackson, CEO, Locatrix
Host: Mark Bryan, Managing Director, Pemba Capital Partners
Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

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“I don’t have all the right answers, and nor should I, but I have to ask the right questions, hire the right people, and create the clarity to allow them to do their jobs.”

We’re joined by Emily Pritchard, CEO of Acis Group, a legal tech platform providing structuring and compliance services to thousands of accounting and legal firms across Australia.

Emily’s career spanned commercial law and global finance before stepping into her leadership journey at Acis. She’s navigated the succession of a 35-year-old founder-led business, scaled growth, and reimagined culture, while fiercely protecting Acis’ reputation for client care and innovation.

In this episode, Emily shares:
 • Lessons from moving from Chief Legal Officer → COO → CEO
 • Building a culture that balances strict compliance with fast growth
 • Earning trust in a cautious, detail-oriented B2B market
 • Growing sales and marketing function without losing quality

Guest: Emily Pritchard, CEO, Acis Group
Host: Mark Bryan, Managing Director, Pemba Capital Partners
Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

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“We brought in a full-time coach early on… and created a culture playbook about what not to do.”

This episode, we’re joined by Frank Fisseler, co-founder and CEO of Sequana, a national consultancy delivering strategic advisory and infrastructure solutions across Australia’s water, energy, and environmental sectors.

A lawyer by training with deep experience in venture capital and major government projects, Frank shares how he’s helped Sequana grow from 2 people to nearly 200 - all while keeping culture and purpose at the heart of the journey.

In this episode, Frank shares:

• Building a team culture rooted in purpose and congruency
 • Why complementary co-founders can be a business’s greatest strength
 • Creating a cultural playbook (and why it’s as important as a business plan)
 • Health, mindset, and leadership longevity

Guest: Frank Fisseler, Co-Founder and CEO Sequana Partners
Host: Mark Bryan, Partner, Pemba Capital Partners
Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

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“Internal fraud often starts off as an error - and then you realise, oh, hang on, nobody's saying anything, so the controls are not working.”

We’re joined by Gavin Steinberg, Founder of Satori, a technology company using data and AI to help organisations detect and prevent costly errors in their Procure-to-Pay systems.

From bootstrapping the business during a crisis to supporting enterprises with over 10 billion transactions monitored annually, Gavin shares what it takes to build a resilient culture, lead through uncertainty, and stay ahead of the curve in the AI age.

In this episode, Gavin shares:
 • Scaling a tech business with limited resources
 • Building loyalty through graduate hiring
 • Using AI to drive better decisions
 • Leadership, culture, and communication in remote teams

Guest: Gavin Steinberg, CEO, Satori
Host: Mark Bryan, Partner, Pemba Capital Partners
Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

Ask a Question: Have something you'd like to ask our guests or the Pemba team - email us at [email protected].

Upcoming Guest:  Next episode we'll be speaking with Frank Fisseler, CEO of Sequana Partners, a purpose-built advisory firm and one of the fastest-growing project delivery consultancies in Australia.

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"We're in the relationship business—we just happen to do accounting."

In a competitive market, true differentiation comes from people, culture, and long-term thinking.

We’re joined by Peter Angelini, Managing Director of Stannards, a Melbourne-based accounting and business advisory firm. With deep sector experience across hospitality, automotive, and construction, Peter shares how he’s helped scale a legacy firm while building a standout culture.

In this episode, Peter shares:

• Differentiating in a crowded market 
• Sustaining a strong team culture.
• Leadership and succession planning.
• Embedding wellness into business 
• Industry advice with impact 

Guest: Peter Angelini, Managing Director, Stannards
Host: Mark Bryan, Partner, Pemba Capital Partners
Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

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Upcoming Guest: We’ll be speaking with Gavin Steinberg, Founder of Satori, a leading data and AI technology company helping organisations detect and prevent errors in their Procure-to-Pay processes.

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"You can recreate equity, and sometimes rebrands are a great chance to go out and reconnect with your audiences as well."

Crafting a powerful brand goes beyond logos and colours—it’s about storytelling, audience connection, and strategic execution.

Branding expert Rebecca Martin shares how businesses can build compelling, long-lasting brands by revealing the key strategies behind truly effective branding.

In this episode, Rebecca dives into:  

• Why understanding your audience is the foundation of success.

• How data-driven insights enhance brand strategy  

• Branding for different business models 

• Common pitfalls to avoid 

• Measuring ROI 

• How to Align Personal and Corporate Branding

Guest: Rebecca Martin, Director, Crafted Comms

Host: Mark Bryan, Partner at Pemba Capital Partners

Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

Have a question for an upcoming guest? Email [email protected].

Upcoming Guest: We’ll be speaking with Peter Angelini, Managing Director of Stannards, a Melbourne-based accounting and business advisory firm.

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“A business will never outperform the leadership that guides it.”

Transforming legacy businesses into high-performing, growth-driven organisations is no easy feat.

We’re joined by Matthew Rowe, CEO of SuperConcepts, a leading SMSF software provider empowering Australians to manage their super with cutting-edge technology. Under his leadership, SuperConcepts has undergone an impressive transformation, driving efficiency and cultural change.

In this episode, Matthew shares:

• Building a high-performance culture – Leading with strategy, fostering top talent, and addressing underperformance.
• Executing business transformation – Shifting from a legacy model to a customer-focused, agile organisation.
• Financial strategy for growth – Balancing risk, reward, and long-term sustainability.
• Leading change effectively – Communicating strategy, gaining buy-in, and maintaining resilience.

Guest: Matthew Rowe, CEO, SuperConcepts

Host: Mark Bryan, Partner at Pemba Capital Partners
Podcast Producer: Martine McMahon

Have a question for an upcoming guest? Email [email protected].

Upcoming Guest: We’ll be speaking with branding expert Rebecca Martin, Director of Crafted Comms.

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"One of the biggest challenges for founders is balancing short-term costs with the long-term gains of ESG efforts."

We’re joined by Simone Rennie, Co-CEO of Rennie, a leading consulting business helping organisations transition to a sustainable future. Rennie is a rapidly growing company with a focus on energy transition, net-zero ambitions, and bespoke client solutions.

In this episode, Simone shares her insights on:

• The key challenges founders face when integrating ESG principles into their business strategies.
• Why aligning ESG goals with your business values and core purpose is essential.
• How Rennie has achieved rapid growth while maintaining a strong organisational culture.
• The three pillars of Rennie’s employee value proposition.
• Practical advice for founders just starting their ESG journey, including how to identify meaningful goals and balance short-term costs with long-term gains.

Guest: Simone Rennie, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Rennie
Host: Mark Bryan, Partner at Pemba Capital Partners
Producer: Martine McMahon