In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Anthony Sapountzis sits down with Alex Kleizinger, Founder of Illicium, to explore his remarkable journey from maritime navigation to mastering IT and software sales. After realising the maritime industry lacked personal fulfilment, Alex transitioned to sales without formal experience. His entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and ability to learn from failures propelled him...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Andrew Romeo is joined by Geo George, Co-Founder of Mayfly Ventures, to explore his entrepreneurial journey and the valuable lessons he has learned along the way. From his early start in multiple startups to founding his own, Geo has gained firsthand experience in the complexities of capital raising, product development, and...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Andrew Romeo sits down with Serena Lam, Founder and CEO of Fuzzy Sequence, to explore her inspiring journey from a career in finance to becoming a tech entrepreneur. Serena shares her experiences working at IBM, where she discovered a passion for design thinking and innovation, and reflects on the lessons learned...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Anthony Sapountzis  is joined by Landon Kahn, CEO and Principal Advisor at SolSombra. Landon brings a wealth of knowledge from his 17 years in the startup world, offering a compelling insight into the growth strategies that have shaped his career. From his early days a solar startup to expanding the company into...

In this engaging episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Andrew Romeo  welcomes Timothy Toner, Founder and CEO of Affinda Group, to delve into the remarkable story behind the company’s creation and growth. Tim shares his journey from a demanding investment banking career to building a globally successful tech enterprise alongside his brother, Dr. Ben Toner. Starting in a small two-bedroom apartment...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Andrew Romeo welcomes Craig Johns, a 10x National Sport Champion; International Coach; CEO & Managing Partner at Speakers Institute Corporate and; a High Performance Leadership Expert at NRG2Perform. Craig also hosts “Inspiring Great Leaders Podcast”. In this episode, Andrew sits with Craig to discuss his journey from a rural upbringing in New Zealand to...

In this insightful episode of the DevReady Podcast, Andrew Romeo sits down with Iain McDonald, CEO and Founder of 8seats, to discuss his journey and the evolution of the digital and AI landscape. With roots in the early days of the internet boom, Iain draws parallels between the rapid transformation of that era and today’s fast-paced AI advancements. He emphasises...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Anthony Sapountzis  sits down with Derek Buntin, CEO and Founder of Adonis Media, to explore Derek’s journey from car detailing to running a successful digital growth agency. Derek shares how his initial need to build websites for his car detailing business sparked his passion for web design and digital marketing. Over the...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, Andrew Romeo interviews Conrad Guimaraes, a Product Manager at Lyro Robotics. Conrad shares his fascinating journey from Brazil to Australia, detailing his diverse experiences in product management across various industries. He contrasts the heavily regulated energy sector with the dynamic world of startups, illustrating the challenges of navigating bureaucratic processes while striving to...

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, Andrew Romeo hosts Daniel Mawdsley, Co-Founder of Skill Society. With over 14 years of experience in product management and user experience, Daniel shares his insights on how Skill Society is transforming the hiring landscape. He emphasises the importance of assessing candidates’ soft skills beyond traditional resumes and how leveraging AI can provide a...