In a recent episode of the EO Business podcast, Linh Podetti sat down with Damian Blumenkranc, a prominent member of EO Melbourne, to delve into the captivating story of Sunset Sleepers' acquisition and its subsequent transformation under Damian's visionary leadership since March 2021. Join us on a compelling journey as we explore the triumphs, challenges, and insights that have defined Damian's entrepreneurial career.
Member Focus Series: Vince Lebon
Vince Lebon, the Founder, CEO, and Designer of Rollie, envisions becoming a prominent co-branded guest designer engaged in capsule projects with major brands and influencers. Renowned for his iconic aesthetic, futuristic innovations, and commitment to customer experience, Vince launched Rollie in 2012.
Member Focus Series: Sherrie Krampel
In 2011, Sherrie Krampel founded Total Health Physio, focusing on delivering personalised physiotherapy services to elderly and less mobile individuals in the comfort of their homes. Sherrie, a La Trobe University graduate since 2003, initially worked in private practice. However, her passion for making a meaningful impact on people's lives led her to establish THP with a commitment to values such as Trust, Compassion, and Care.
Igniting Success: EO Accelerator/Key Executive Learning Day on Strategy
In November, the dynamic energy reverberated through Creative Cubes South Melbourne's MicDrop Room, setting the stage for our eagerly awaited EO Accelerator/Key Executive Learning Day focused on Strategy. Entrepreneurs and business leaders converged to explore the nuances of profit strategies, navigate emerging trends, and gain profound insights into genuine customer needs.
Member Focus Series: Leah Akoka
Leah Akoka, the powerhouse behind Wall Street, her own HR, Payroll, and Training consultancy, has been steering the ship for what feels like an eternity, and she's relished every moment!
For Leah, the belief in the inherent greatness of every individual fuels her daily pursuits. A profound conviction guides her – a great leader understands that the triumph of their enterprise hinges not only on vision and values but also on their people. People are the heartbeat of business success.
Diversity and Inclusion: Empowering Entrepreneurs to Challenge Unconscious Bias
In a world where diversity and inclusion have become paramount, organisations are recognising the vital role these principles play in creating an accepting and integrated workplace. EO Melbourne acknowledges the significance of Diversity and Inclusion not only within its own ranks but also in the businesses of its members. As a testament to this commitment, EO Melbourne recently hosted an enlightening event titled "Empowering Entrepreneurs: Understanding Unconscious Bias," a Diversity & Inclusion Lunch and Learn featuring the esteemed Hana Assafiri.
Member Focus Series: John Reale
John Reale learned from a young age, observing his father's consultancy firm, that success hinges on ambitious goals, innovative thinking, and hard work. His interest in business continued to flourish during high school, particularly in accounting and economics. Consequently, he pursued a Bachelor of Commerce at ACU. With a career mostly spent in office settings, John noticed significant shortcomings within the commercial cleaning sector, including subpar standards and a lack of systemisation.
Member Focus Series: Tony Truong
Tony Truong is an EO Member who graduated from EO Melbourne’s Accelerator Program. He is an experienced Registered Migration Agent with more than 10 years of experience in the field of immigration law. At present, he is the Director and Principal Migration Agent of Skylark Migration Specialists.
Let’s know more about Tony as we train the spotlight on him.
Member Focus Series: Nathan Fernandez
EO Melbourne Member Nathan Fernandez, a visionary mind in the realm of technology, holds the esteemed position of Chief Technology Officer at Interprit. This dynamic Melbourne-based Technology Consultancy stands as a beacon for crafting cutting-edge intelligent systems. But that's not all – Nathan's prowess extends even further as the CEO of Smoove, a SaaS product that doesn't just promise but seamlessly delivers on the front of simple yet powerful enterprise-grade business automation, all achieved through the magic of application integration.
Member Focus Series: Samantha Dybac
Samantha Dybac is the CEO and founder of The PR Hub, an award-winning strategic public relations and corporate communications firm she founded in 2013 that now represents some of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs, business leaders, and high-growth, technology brands.
Member Focus Series: Tony Njanja
Tony Njanja is a versatile professional with expertise in both the training and creative industries. As the Marketing Director of Apex Training Institute, a Registered Training Organisation, he spearheads the delivery of nationally recognised training and assessment programmes in various sectors, including Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability Support, Children Services, Manual Handling, and First Aid and CPR.
Member Focus Series: Ryan Spaccavento
Member Focus Series: Marcus Willis
In this blog post, we put the spotlight on EO Melbourne Member Marcus Willis. Marcus established the social media agency Eight Clients where he and his team manage the social media strategies and executions for brands around the world. Marcus specialises in Facebook and Instagram paid promotions for businesses in Australia.
Member Focus Series: David McMillan
In this Member Focus, we are putting the spotlight on our EO Melbourne Member, David McMillan. David has worked as a property investment adviser, property consultant, buyer agent & valuer to private clients, financial planners, accountants, finance brokers and various government entities since 1999. He is currently the director of Performance Property Advisory.
Member Focus Series: Goro Gupta
Goro Gupta, an entrepreneur passionate about helping the everyday person, has recently joined EO Melbourne. Being a business leader, his goal is to be the catalyst for change for freedom in thousands of lives.
As the head mentor of 10 Properties in 10 Years, he has achieved the results that most of their clients sought through his knowledge of strategising with them in the current market situation.
Member Focus Series: Dannielle Walz
A Rail & Construction Compliance Professional, Dannielle Walz is one of the new entrepreneurs that recently joined our EO Melbourne chapter. She is the Founder and Director at Training Ahead Australia, the training company leading the change in the way training is delivered in the rail and construction industries.
What made Dannielle take the entrepreneurial path? Let’s find out more as we put the spotlight on her in this Member Focus Series.
Steve McGown talks on “Freedom is an Attitude” at the EO Melbourne learning event
"5 years & 8 months is a long time. I believe that I'm like any other person. I’m no different. We all have problems, and we shouldn’t judge one another, as we have different coping mechanisms and breaking points. I do, however, believe that our attitude separates us and determines how we cope. Some people give up too easily."
"If they are not going to kill me then I might as well use this time to go home a better person."
- Stephen "Steve" McGown
The Power of Gratitude in Business
“Thank you” are two powerful words that can uplift someone, build bridges and strengthen relationships. It is a significant aspect of life, even in business and in the workplace.
Gratitude and appreciation are types of affirmation that something is good, magnifying positivity and encouraging people to perform better. With this, entrepreneurs and business owners see the value of thanking their staff members, partners, and clients and putting effort into expressing it in various ways.
Mentorship is having someone walk with you on your entrepreneurial journey
Much has been said about the entrepreneurial journey being a lonesome path, but not when you’re surrounded by like-minded individuals, such as being part of a group like EO and having someone to walk with you, such as a mentor, for instance.
This is how EO Melbourne Member and mentee Nyree Hibberd, CEO at Koh Living, and mentor Conor O’Malley, a known Executive Coach who calls himself “The CEO’s caddy”, described their mentorship experience.
Member Focus Series: Mark Vanzo
It’s already a year since Mark Vanzo, Founder and Managing Director at SMART Business Insurance, joined EO Melbourne, and since then, he found the experience helpful to his entrepreneurial journey. “I help business owners cover their business risks and assets so they can sleep at night while working their businesses and enjoying life,” Mark describes his role.