In this episode of High Beams, Michael Burgess of Amey sits down with Green Park Founder

& CEO Raj Tulsiani to talk about the power of diversity of thought and the importance of

authentic leadership.

Michael left school before turning 16 and began his career as a farm labourer. Through

persistence, education, and experience, he worked his way up to lead the people strategy

for a global infrastructure business employing more than 12,000 people.

The conversation explores how organisations can build inclusive cultures that genuinely

create opportunity, from leadership programs for underrepresented groups to initiatives

that bring people from disadvantaged backgrounds into the workforce. Michael also

discusses the importance of authenticity in leadership, the challenges of navigating

polarization in modern workplaces, and why strong organizations focus on stewardship

rather than short-term results.