#15 - A Festive Wrap-Up and a Look Ahead to 2025

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Claudia Tolhurst returns to our spotlight with transformative insights into melanoma prevention, shedding light on how early detection can lead to life-saving recoveries. Her expertise has not only sparked widespread conversation but is instrumental in changing lives, proving that knowledge truly is power.

Meanwhile, we're excited to introduce Dovid Slavin, the visionary behind Our Big Kitchen (OBK), who will inspire you with stories of community spirit and resilience. Transforming surplus food into over 250,000 meals for those in need, OBK exemplifies how collective efforts can make a substantial impact. 

As we conclude this remarkable year, we are grateful to each listener who has journeyed with us through thought-provoking discussions and uplifting narratives. Reflecting on the impactful stories shared in 2024, on behalf of our team, I am genuinely excited for what's to come in 2025, where we aim to spotlight even more trailblazers driving positive change.

Join us as we continue to build connections, share wisdom, and celebrate the extraordinary efforts of those committed to making a difference. Until then, may this festive season bring you joy, reflection, and a renewed spirit for the year ahead.

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Episode Transcript

Leon Goltsman (00:01):
Good morning, good afternoon or good evening.
Wherever you are in the world,Welcome to Engaging
Conversations.
I'm your host, Leon Goltsman,and it's wonderful to have you
join us here today.
This is our final episode ofthe year and, unlike previous
episodes, there won't be aninterview today.
Instead, I just want to takethis moment to reflect and share

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my heartfelt wishes with all ofyou as we close out 2024.
First, let me take a moment toreflect on the fantastic
feedback we received from ourlast episode with Claudia
Tolhurst of the Hunter MelanomaFoundation.
Claudia shared vitalinformation about melanoma
prevention and early detection.
Who knew that 90% of earlydetected melanoma cases could

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lead to full recoveries?
If you haven't listened to theepisode, I highly recommend you
do so.
It was a powerful conversationand, due to the overwhelming
response, I'm thrilled toannounce that Claudia will be
returning to the show in the newyear, so stay tuned for another
opportunity to learn from herinvaluable expertise.
For another opportunity tolearn from her invaluable

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expertise.
Today, I'm also excited tointroduce you to our newest Niaz
Cannoth, .
Principal and LendingSpecialist, growth Mentor and
Visionary Investor Educator,Niaz is the driving force behind
Invest Intelligence, agroundbreaking organization
reshaping investor engagementwith a strong focus on trust,
transparency and measurablesuccess.
As a principal with LJ HookerHome Loans, Niaz's unique

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client-centred approach has madehim a standout leader.
His expertise in NDIS, nationalDisability Insurance Scheme,
sils Supported IndependentLiving Services and SDA SILS
Supported Independent LivingServices and SDA Specialist
Disability Accommodation.
Accommodation, which provideessential housing and services
for people with disabilities.
He is empowering investorsacross Australia to make
informed and social responsibledecisions.

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His dedication to education andmentorship reflects our shared
values and I'm honoured towelcome Niaz and his team to the
Engaging Conversations family.
Together, we're working to fillgaps and create extraordinary
opportunities across Australiaand beyond.
And speaking of extraordinary,I'm delighted to share a sneak

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peek at our next guest, DovidSlavin, founder of Our Big
Kitchen, also known as OBK.
OBK is a truly inspiringorganisation that prepares and
distributes over 250,000 mealsannually, supporting more than
33 charities and countlessindividuals.

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But their mission goes farbeyond food charities and
countless individuals.
But their mission goes farbeyond food.
Obk creates a space wherepeople from all walks of life
come together to volunteer,connect and make a difference.
By partnering with food rescueorganisations like Second Bite
and Foodbank, obk turns freshproduce into nourishing,
home-cooked meals, reducingwaste and feeding those in need.

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David will join us to share howOBK is transforming lives
through the power of giving.
It's a story you won't want tomiss and, as we approach the
close of the year, I want totake this opportunity to thank
each and every single one of youfor your support and
encouragement.
It's been an incredible year,filled with inspiring

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conversations, meaningfulconnections and impactful
stories.
I am so excited for what liesahead in 2025.
Together, we'll continue toexplore purpose-driven
initiatives, create meaningfulchange and celebrate the
incredible people making adifference in our world.
On behalf of our team andpartners at Lake Mac Business

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and Focus, ecolibriumHeadquarters and Invest
Intelligence, I wish you ajoyous and festive season,
whether you're celebratingChristmas, Chanukkah, Boxing Day
, the Summer Solstice or theLunar New Year, or simply
enjoying the holiday spirit.
May this time bring youhappiness, reflection and hope
for the year ahead.
I'm Leon Goltsman.

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Until next time, stay safe,stay connected and let's keep
making a difference together.
See you in 2025.