From Camps to a Movement: The Boys to the Bush Story with Adam DeMamiel

In this episode of Cultural Leadership, Brendan sits down with Adam, co-founder of Boys to the Bush, to explore how a grassroots idea grew into a movement changing lives across regional Australia.

Adam shares the spark that started it all, the tough lessons learned from working with vulnerable kids, and what real, authentic leadership looks like. From building trust and consistency to empowering communities and shaping future leaders, this conversation is packed with raw insights, hope, and inspiration.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction
00:30 – The Spark Behind Boys to the Bush
04:15 – From Camps to Mentoring Programs
06:13 – Leading Through Challenges
09:22 – What Leadership Means to Adam
13:32 – Helping Others See Themselves as Leaders
16:13 – Supporting and Growing the Team
20:30 – The Qualities That Make Great Mentors
24:39 – Building Trust with Kids
30:18 – Why Time and Consistency Matter
33:14 – Lessons from Kids: Presence Over Presents
38:27 – Funding Challenges & Staying True to Purpose
42:45 – Community-Led Change
46:47 – Can the Model Work in Cities?
48:44 – Helping Boys Means Helping Girls Too
52:27 – Preventing Burnout & Supporting Staff
56:23 – Toughest Moments in Leadership
01:02:15 – The Role of Business Leaders in Shaping Youth
01:04:51 – Greatest Leadership Lessons Learned
01:08:06 – A Business Growth Lesson for Leaders
01:09:34 – Closing Reflections

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