The Honest CEO Show

The Honest CEO Show

The Honest CEO Show is where successful business leaders share lab notes and the secrets behind exponential growth. In each episode, host Caroline Kennedy—an award-winning CEO and one of Australia’s leading business strategists—engages with passionate, extraordinary entrepreneurs. These guests openly share their personal stories, the highs and lows of their journey, and the invaluable insights they’ve gained from building successful businesses. With a deep commitment to helping others thrive, Caroline uses her extensive experience to mentor and empower listeners. Her passion for seeing people achieve their wildest dreams drives her to provide actionable advice that helps them build businesses and lives they love. Tune in to The Honest CEO Show for authentic conversations and practical lessons from those in the trenches of the business world.

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How a CEO is Building a $20M Brand With Trust & Candor | Ep. 45 Rebecca Williams The Honest CEO Show

October 26, 2025 • 46 mins
In this episode of the Honest CEO Show, Caroline Kennedy interviews Rebecca Williams, CEO of Seed & Sprout, discussing her journey from the automotive industry to leading a purpose-driven brand. Beck shares insights on navigating transformation, balancing founder vision with leadership, fostering a culture of trust, and the importance of radical candor in the workplace. The conversation also touches on innovative approaches to busi...
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From Reality TV to Business Success | Ep. 44 Alisa Fraser The Honest CEO Show

September 16, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode of "The Honest CEO Show," host Caroline Kennedy sits down with Alisa Fraser, one half of the dynamic duo behind the brand al.ive. From their early days captivating audiences on reality TV to building a multi-million dollar business in the competitive skincare industry, Alisa shares her journey of reinvention, resilience, and the power of intuition. Discover how the sisters turned challenges into opportunities and le...
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Rachel Donath’s Journey from Side Hustle to Success | Ep.43 Rachel Donath The Honest CEO Show

June 8, 2025 • 41 mins
In this episode of the Honest CEO Show, Caroline Kennedy interviews Rachel Donath, a visionary designer and entrepreneur, who shares her journey of building a brand rooted in creativity and integrity. Rachel discusses her early influences, the importance of home design, and the challenges of balancing passion with commercial viability. She reflects on her leadership experiences, the lessons learned along the way, and her aspiration...
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No Ads, No Investors, No Excuses: How Kooshy Kids Went Global | Ep. 42 Louisa Williams

May 31, 2025 • 37 mins
In this episode of the Honest CEO Show, Caroline Kennedy interviews Louisa Williams, founder of Kooshy Kids, a brand revolutionising family travel. Louisa shares her journey from working in HR to launching a successful business that addresses the challenges of traveling with children. The conversation explores the importance of resilience, the power of word-of-mouth marketing, and the realities of running a product-based company. L...
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From Bottles to Millions: Nakie's Epic Rise | Ep. 41 Dean Leibbrandt, The Honest CEO Show

May 11, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode of the Honest CEO Show, Caroline Kennedy interviews Dean Leibbrandt, co-founder of Nakie, an Australian startup that transforms ocean plastic into adventure gear. Dean shares his journey from a corporate background to entrepreneurship, driven by a passion for sustainability and environmental impact. The conversation delves into the challenges of creating a sustainable product, balancing corporate jobs with a growi...
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How to Actually Master the Art of Influence | Ep. 40 Angela Shaw The Honest CEO Show

April 13, 2025 • 40 mins
We welcome Angela Shaw, a versatile executive whose journey from law to human resources leadership offers valuable perspectives for professionals across industries. With her impressive background in legal practice and commercial strategy, Angela has masterfully navigated corporate policy frameworks and leadership development throughout her career. After leading the HR function at ARB Corporation—a global powerhouse with approximate...
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Scaling Kings of Neon: The Power of Obsession, Innovation & Saying No | Ep. 39 Steve Pastor

April 3, 2025 • 48 mins
Join us for an exciting conversation with Steve Pastor, the innovative CEO and Founder of Kings of Neon, Australia's standout neon sign business that has illuminated its way to an impressive $10 million valuation. Steve's remarkable journey and business acumen recently earned him recognition in the prestigious Smart Company Smart 50 Awards. In this illuminating conversation, Steve shares the radiant path of Kings of Neon, from cha...
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Ep. 38 Drew Mansur, Co-Founder of TileCloud

March 30, 2025 • 47 mins
We're bringing you an inspiring conversation with Drew Mansur, the innovative co-founder of TileCloud, Australia's premier online tile destination that has grown into a remarkable $30+ million enterprise. Drew's passion for renovation, coupled with his frustration with the traditional tile-buying experience, sparked the creation of TileCloud. Drew reveals his creative foundations and early career experiences that shaped his entrep...
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Ep 37. Daniella Burns, Product Director of Nintex

March 23, 2025 • 54 mins
Dive into an engaging conversation with Daniella Burns, the dynamic Product Director at Nintex, a global powerhouse valued at $750 million. Her strategic mindset and passion for innovation offer valuable lessons for professionals seeking to elevate their leadership impact. In this episode, Daniella shares her passion for impactful work and delves into the strategies for building strategic thinking capabilities within teams. She em...
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Ep. 36 Maria Mavrikos, Managing Director of Structural Challenge

March 16, 2025 • 37 mins
We welcome Maria Mavrikos, the pioneering founder and managing director of Structural Challenge, who built a formidable $40+ million enterprise in the traditionally male-dominated steel industry. Her groundbreaking journey demonstrates how vision and determination can transform both businesses and industries. In this episode, Maria recounts her early experiences and the significant hurdles she overcame, particularly as a woman in ...
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Ep. 35 Jane Grover, CEO of Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust

March 9, 2025 • 37 mins
Join us for a compelling conversation with Jane Grover, the former CEO of Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, a $94+ million organisation. Jane's extensive career and leadership at SMCT offer invaluable insights into business transformation and customer-centric strategies. In this episode, Jane shares her formative early career experiences and the vision that drove her transformation of SMCT. She delves into the challenges of ...
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Ep. 34 Teri Hobbs, COO of Bilue

February 2, 2025 • 38 mins
We're bringing you an enriching conversation with Teri Hobbs, the accomplished COO of Bilue who previously served as General Manager at Deluxe APAC. Her journey in media & technology leadership showcases the power of strategic thinking and authentic leadership. Through our discussion, Teri unveils the key influences that shaped her early career and her transformative leadership at Deluxe. She offers practical insights into stakeho...
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Ep.33 Lauren French, CEO of Motto Fashions

January 19, 2025 • 40 mins
Get ready for an inspiring session with Lauren French, the visionary CEO who revolutionised Motto Fashions from a traditional brick-and-mortar store into an e-commerce success story. Her innovative leadership drove an impressive 257% growth rate, building a $15 million revenue powerhouse in the fashion industry. Lauren shares her remarkable transition from a designer to leading her family's business. She opens up about navigating ...
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Ep. 32 Justin Cantelo, CEO of Housing Plus

December 29, 2024 • 35 mins
We welcome Justin Cantelo, the CEO of Housing Plus, a leading non-profit organisation transforming lives through innovative housing solutions. With a remarkable $70+ million operation under his leadership, Justin brings over 17 years of rich experience in management and executive roles to the conversation. Listen as we explore Justin's journey to the top and his candid insights about leadership. He shares powerful perspectives on ...
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Ep. 31 Narinder Singh, CEO of QE Food Stores

December 22, 2024 • 50 mins
Join us as we chat with Narinder Singh, the inspiring CEO of QE Food Stores. From humble beginnings in Punjab, India, to building a $50 million retail empire in Australia, Narinder's story embodies the true spirit of entrepreneurial perseverance. In this episode, we explore his remarkable journey from being a school dropout to becoming a successful business leader. Learn how his migration path through New Zealand to Australia shap...
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Ep. 30 Rachael Ferguson, CEO of Synxbody

December 5, 2024 • 30 mins
Join us as we chat with Rachael Ferguson, the dynamic co-founder and CEO of SynxBody. Get inspired by her incredible journey from a skilled podiatrist to a successful entrepreneur, her passion for innovation, and the lessons she learned along the way. In this episode, we delve into the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from healthcare to the fast-paced world of business. Learn how Rachael distinguished herself as a dynamic ...
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Ep 29. Andrew Tucker CEO of ITonCloud

December 18, 2017 • 29 mins
Andrew Tucker is the CEO of ITonCloud which helps businesses simplify and automate their IT systems by leveraging the cloud. Andrew has more than 20 years of experience as a successful business owner and passionate entrepreneur. His goal has always been to build and drive ventures to deliver unmatched service levels, customer value and trust. Listen in for some gold nuggets from Andrew on how to ensure your business remains sustai...
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Ep 28. Joel Norton CEO of Kalido

September 21, 2017 • 28 mins
The journey to the top for Joel Norton hasn’t been what you would usually expect of a CEO. Having worked his way up from the very bottom, Joel attributes his success not to formal education but rather to experience. Starting his career as a marketing consultant in 1988, Joel has been on the long road to the top progressing through different roles at varying companies from General Manager to CMO and finally to CEO of Kalido, a major...
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Ep 27. Dominique Lyone Managing Director of COS (Complete Office Supplies)

July 23, 2017 • 28 mins
We chat with Dominique Lyone, Managing Director of COS (Complete Office Supplies), about his journey from immigrant to head of Australia’s only privately-owned national office supplies business, COS, which has an annual turnover of $130 million. Dominique’s story is one of family, perseverance and passion. After fleeing Egypt following the 1967 Six Day War, Dominique and his family settled in Western Sydney with almost nothing t...
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Ep 26. Elizabeth McIntyre,CEO of Think Brick,the Australian industry body for clay brick & paver

April 3, 2017 • 40 mins
Elizabeth McIntyre, CEO of Think Brick, the Australian industry body for clay brick and paver manufacturers, on her interesting career journey and her advice for anyone considering about changing career direction. Elizabeth’s career journey has been far from a straight line. From Ford Motorsport and V8 Supercars to children’s TV with Walt Disney Television International, and now in construction as CEO of Think Brick, Elizabeth’s ...
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