View to the Summit

“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.

Thanks for listening and keep striving for your next summit!

"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

Ask Our Guests: Have a question for a previous or upcoming guest? Email [email protected]

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.

Thanks for listening—and keep striving for your next summit!

"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.

Thanks for listening—and keep striving for your next summit!

“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.

Thanks for listening—and keep striving for your next summit!

"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

“The top 1 percent of teams invest in talent, demonstrate crisis management skills, and have a global mindset”

Today, we’re joined by Dave Nanfra, a seasoned leadership coach specialising in high-performance team culture. 

With a diverse background across multiple sectors, Dave has successfully coached a wide range of businesses, helping them build cohesive and effective teams.

In this episode, Dave shares his unique journey, insights, and practical strategies, including:

• Defining high-performance culture and what it takes to build teams that excel under pressure and achieve lasting results.
• The challenges of transitioning from founder-led to team-driven leadership
• Tips for founders: micromanagement, psychological safety, and embracing WeQ over IQ
• The lessons learned about the importance of timing in business exits

Guest: Dave Nanfra, Leadership Coach
Host: Mark Bryan, Partner at Pemba Capital Partners
Producer: Martine McMahon
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"I really appreciate it when I hear from the outliers, people that don't necessarily agree. I want to dig into that, because they are warning signs."

Today we're joined by Lynda Brown-Ganzert, the Founder & CEO of RxPx—a global digital health platform with a mission to ensure 'no patient is left alone'.

RxPx is an Ai-supported global digital SaaS platform with key customers including Sanofi, Novartis, J&J and Astra Zeneca.

Lynda has won multiple industry awards and is globally recognised as a thought-leader in digital healthcare.

Today Lynda shares her insights on:

1. How she merged two companies to unite around one clear mission
2. Tips on building a strong, cohesive culture across a global, remote team
3. Navigating the responsibilities of AI as a founder  
4. The importance of a compassionate, customer-first approach
5. Strategies for retaining top talent by personalising their work experience

Guest: Lynda Brown-Ganzert, the Founder & CEO of RxPx
Host: Mark Bryan, Partner at Pemba Capital Partners
Producer: Martine McMahon
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“What got you here, won't get you there. To continue to evolve and grow the company, you need to keep reinventing yourself.”

Today we're joined by Marc Washbourne, founder and CEO of ReadyTech.

ReadyTech, with a team of over 500 people, serves more than 4,000 customers across the education software, workforce software, and the local government and justice software sectors.

ReadyTech has been listed on the ASX since 2019, with its share price materially ahead of the IPO price.

Marc shares his insights on:
• Strategies for scaling a team and ensuring a growth mindset.
• Developing and implementing an enterprise sales playbook to secure large contracts.
• The importance of maintaining a long-term vision while navigating the demands of being a public company.
• Implementing automated recruitment processes and personality tests to identify suitable talent.

Guest: Marc Washbourne, Founder and CEO of ReadyTech
Host: Mark Bryan, Partner at Pemba Capital Partners
Producer: Martine McMahon
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“Once you build something substantial, most decisions are driven by a degree of fear, a fear not to lose. Now, the drive to turn this into something bigger than you imagined kicks in”

Today we're joined by Kris Satish, founder and CEO of Oolio. Oolio is Australia’s largest hospitality technology platform and payments business, serving over 20,000 venues across Australia, NZ, the UK, and the US.

Kris offers his insights on:

• Key initiatives that enable organic growth to flourish
• Navigating the challenges of executing a buy-and-build strategy
• Integrating new brands and avoiding an 'us and them' culture
• Managing the growth from 100 to 500 employees over a few years
• How to avoid letting fear drive your decisions
• The non-negotiables when it comes to business

Guest: Kris Satish founder and CEO of Oolio.

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

Welcome to ‘View to the Summit’, a podcast from Pemba Capital Partners, tailored for founders looking to scale their business.

Mark Bryan,  Partner at Pemba, is your host for the season, where each month he'll explore the experiences of fellow founders, industry experts, and growth specialists. 

We’ll discuss the wins, the challenges and find out the non-negotiables when it comes to business. 

Pemba is an investor in high-growth, entrepreneurial businesses. 

We’ve been assisting founders and management teams for over 25 years. 

Pemba is a commonly-used name for a Sherpa – and that is how we see ourselves – we are the support team helping founders reach their NEXT summit.

So if you’re looking to grow your business or considering an investment partnership, this is the podcast for you. 

You can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or find us wherever you get your podcasts. 

Be sure to click the follow button to receive notifications when the first episode is released.

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