Kris Carver is the CEO of ENTAG and one of the Sunshine Coast’s most quietly influential leaders. Going from paying payroll on an Amex to steering a 150-person tech powerhouse backed by Anchorage Capital. His story is a masterclass in resilience, execution, and trusting yourself even when the odds don’t.
In this episode, Kris shares raw, grounded perspectives on leadership, risk, scaling, and the power of backing your people. From growing up fast with a legally blind father to building a national tech business from a garage, his journey challenges every assumption about what “success” really looks like.
You’ll learn how Kris thinks about growth, risk, culture, acquisitions, AI, ESG, and what it really takes to build something meaningful over time. This episode will change how you think about progress.
Get in touch with Kris - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-carver/
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Kris' Quick Fire Answers
What does success mean to you?
"A little bit of validation of the hard work."
What does happiness mean to you?
"Seeing people I know, my friends and family, in a better position."
What’s your normal morning routine these days?
"Impact Strength & Fitness, coffee at The Pocket, walk the dogs at Moffat Beach."
What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see?
"Back yourself."
Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show?
"Stuart Clout"
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Listen To The Podcast
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1CCrfi7eB3zlANJ81D1C72?si=4221bec96c244a0c
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/success-x-happiness/id1683066164
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Find Us On Social Media
https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod
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Chapters
(00:00:00) - Introduction
(00:00:44) – Chapter 1 | Kris' Story
(00:15:42) – Chapter 2 | Building ENTAG
(00:29:08) – Chapter 3 | Integrating Tech into Every Business
(00:46:35) – Chapter 4 | Community & Purpose
(00:53:35) - Quick Fire Questions
(00:56:29) - Outro
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