In this episode of Game Changers, host Liam Killen sits down with Clemency Mdaya, Division Finance Manager at the Australian Grand Prix. From his roots in Zimbabwe to leading the finance team behind one of the biggest sporting events on Australia’s calendar, Clem shares a career journey that’s anything but predictable. He talks about breaking into the industry during the global financial crisis, navigating the uncertainty of COVID-19, and how Drive to Survive transformed Formula 1 into a global phenomenon.

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In this episode of the Pathways Podcast, Liam sits down with Sandra, Chief Operating Officer at Merrick’s Capital, to explore the experiences that have shaped her as a leader. From the intensity of CFO roles and the challenges of steering organisations through periods of transformation, to the importance of balance, authenticity, and confidence in executive spaces, Sandra shares the lessons that have stayed with her.

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For Natalie Morwood, CFO of Luxury Escapes, curiosity and courage have been the constant drivers of her career. From the early days of accounting to leading in the fast-moving world of global travel, she’s built her success by leaning into change, backing herself, and saying yes to opportunities — even when they felt daunting.

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Liam Killen recently joined Sarah Denholm for a LinkedIn Live, where he shared his clear, modern approach to tackling interviews — so that they feel natural, not forced.

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For Ancila, music was her first calling — mastering the violin and guitar long before she ever stepped into a boardroom. But the discipline, precision, and creativity she honed as a musician proved to be the perfect foundation for a career in finance.

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From chemical engineering to the C-suite, Johanna Platt has built a career defined by curiosity, adaptability and purposeful leadership. Now CFO of Equity Trustees, she draws on experience across FMCG, logistics, superannuation and investments to lead through growth, transformation and challenge.

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When Satya Nadella became CEO of Microsoft in 2014, he didn’t just change the company’s product strategy, he changed the culture. And critically, he ensured Finance and HR worked together to lead that shift.

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From balance sheets to Buddy’s 1000th. For Leigh Taylor, CFO of the Sydney Swans, it’s been a journey defined by curiosity, courage and culture. In this episode of Game Changers, Leigh reflects on his shift from professional services into elite sport.

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