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Engineering Success

Every entrepreneur starts their business full of dreams. Whether it’s innovating a better product or service, creating wealth, building a life to be proud of, or changing the world in some way, engineers are no different. ’Engineering Success’ is a podcast about keeping your dreams alive when things get tough. Because even the strongest technical skills can get overwhelmed by the endless demands of building a business, and one day, you realise that even the best product or service isn’t enough

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34:37

From Solo Founder to 23 Staff: Scaling a Fire...

Engineering Success ·

2025/10/22

What does it take to start a business at 20, in the middle of a pandemic, and turn it into one of Australia’s leading fire compliance companies?Aleks Culic is the founder of Projects Fire, a passive fire compliance company he launched in 2020 while most of his peers were still at university. By spotting a gap in the market and backing himself, Aleks built a business that now employs over 20 people and delivers complex fire safety solutions across the country. Known for his strong technical

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41:21

Next Generation Thinking and the Future of Structural...

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2025/09/29

Andrew Gall walked away from a secure engineering career to challenge the industry’s biggest perception problem: that engineers are box-ticking cost centres rather than creative partners in design.Andrew is the founding director of ARGALL, a structural and civil consultancy based in Melbourne, with over 15 years of technical expertise and an entrepreneurial mindset. He has positioned ARGALL as the partner of choice for progressive architects, developers, and councils across Australia. The firm is

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43:06

You Can't Design a Solution to a Problem You Don't...

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2025/08/26

Ray Keefe discovered that being a brilliant engineer wasn't enough when his business coach challenged him: "Are you any good? I don't believe your answer - prove it." This brutal honesty launched a transformation that saw his electronics manufacturing consultancy win over 60 awards and challenge how Australian businesses think about local manufacturing. Ray confronts uncomfortable truths about Australian business culture. Learning that Australia ranks dead last globally for business collaboration

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36:53

Working On, Not In the Business: Adam Hull, Hullcon

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2025/07/29

What if the secret to growing an engineering business isn't just about technical excellence, but about completely redefining how designers and contractors work together? Adam Hull, Managing Director of Hullcon, discovered this revolutionary approach when he recognised the massive waste created by the traditional "us versus them" mentality plaguing the construction industry. After a decade at major consultancies and two years in government, Adam witnessed how poor communication was costing

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36:55

Waste is unnecessary, unintelligent, unsustainable,...

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2025/04/22

Josh Robinson, founder of JR Hammer, is a story that turns everything you thought you knew about recycling upside down.When China slammed its doors shut to the world's recyclables in 2018, Australia's scrap industry panicked. Hundreds of tons of copper cables suddenly had nowhere to go. Most saw disaster. Josh saw opportunity. "Working in sustainability, if you're shipping things offshore just to ship them back again, you're defeating the purpose," Josh told me, with the clarity of someone who's

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37:12

The Power of Saying No: Derya Horasan, Scientific...

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2025/03/25

What does it take to move to a new city with zero connections, build a thriving engineering consultancy, and eventually become a company director? In this compelling episode, Derya Horasan shares how he transformed Scientific Fire Services' Sydney office from a two-person operation to a respected team of nine professionals.Rather than pursuing traditional networking, Derya built relationships with peers at his level who grew alongside him in their careers. His philosophy that "you're only as good

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38:10

Building a Category-Defining Business and Setting a...

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2025/02/23

What happens when a former diesel mechanic decides to solve one of the construction industry's biggest hidden problems?After an injury ended his original career path, and his adventures took him from Australian mines to the mountains of Kazakhstan, Ben Horstmann spotted a critical gap in how construction and mining companies manage equipment safety and compliance. Eight years ago, he launched Consolidated Plant Services with a passionate refusal to hire any employees. Today, his team has assessed

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31:55

From Utility Expert to Engineering Entrepreneur: How...

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2025/01/23

What happens when a successful utility engineer trades job security for entrepreneurial freedom? In this compelling episode of Long Term Thinking for Business Success, Jonathan De Carlo reveals how his dream of a relaxed lifestyle business transformed into a thriving engineering consultancy.After two decades in the utilities sector, Jonathan launched Grid Power Design with visions of three-day weekends. Instead, he discovered the challenging reality of building a specialised engineering firm. His

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39:32

From Surfer to Director: How a Cheeky Interview Built...

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2024/11/26

In this episode, with Michael Grogan, one of the directors at Birzulis Associates, a consulting engineering firm that's been shaping Australia's structural landscape since 1989.Michael's journey from a laid-back surfer and cinema ticket-taker to becoming a key leader in one of Sydney's respected engineering firms is entertaining and inspiring. What stands out is Michael's refreshingly honest account of his accidental entry into engineering. Picture this - a fresh University of Newcastle graduate

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38:03

From Tragedy to Triumph: How a Water Crisis...

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2024/10/30

In this episode, Larry Narunsky shares his 28-year history as the technical director and founder of Convergent Water Controls (CWC) and how his company has become a cornerstone of Australia's water treatment industry over the past 28 years. Larry's story is a testament to the power of technical expertise and strategic business acumen. After migrating from South Africa with an engineering background, he transformed a small electronic services business into a thriving enterprise that now employs

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36:18

People-First Engineering: A Journey to Sustainable...

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2024/09/26

Join us for an insightful episode of "Long Term Thinking for Business Success" as we delve into the journey of MEX Engineering Group with its founder and CEO, Russell King. In this episode, Russell shares the transformation of MEX Engineering into a people-driven organisation and its vision to become Australia's leading engineering service provider. Discover how Russell and his team have cultivated an enjoyable and sustainable culture by prioritising people over profit, safety, and quality. Gain

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40:43

Navigating Challenges and Cultivating Trust: Insights...

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2024/09/04

In this Long Term Thinking for Business Success episode, I sit down with Paul Wehbe, Managing Director of Infrastructure Engineering Group (IEG). With over 20 years of experience in the electrical infrastructure industry, Paul walks us through his transition from a corporate role at Ausgrid to starting IEG, which focuses on delivering innovative, client-centered utility solutions. What began as a side business offering 3D design and modelling services evolved into a fully-fledged consulting company

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49:12

Dario Valenza: Flying High: Tech Innovation Uncharted...

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2024/07/21

Dario Valenza's innovation journey is a captivating narrative of perseverance, creativity, and strategic vision. From his early career in yacht racing to pioneering advancements in uncrewed aerial systems, Dario's trajectory embodies the essence of a true innovator. His passion for design and performance excellence has been a driving force throughout his life, evident in his contributions to America's Cup teams and his relentless pursuit of technological advancement.As the founder of Carbonix, he

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34:53

Pete Sackett: The Art of Expertise and Conversations...

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2024/06/24

In this insightful episode, Pete Sackett, the Founder and Director of CDE Design Solutions, shares his wealth of experience and knowledge on building a sustainable engineering business. He started CDE in 2001 after spending several years working in various engineering roles. His initial vision was to provide drafting and factory-related mechanical engineering services to local food manufacturers. Pete shares the challenges and pivotal moments that have shaped the company's trajectory. He

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45:43

Nina Kilpinen: From Engineering to Retail and Back...

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2024/05/29

In this episode of the Long Term Thinking for Business Success podcast, I sit down with Nina Kilpinen, the Managing Director of Seed Engineering, a specialist engineering consulting firm.  Nina's career journey is anything but conventional. After spending almost, a decade as an engineer, she left the industry to build a shoe retailing business. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her back to engineering, where she now brings a unique perspective to project development and management. In this

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39:19

Wayne Shub: Principles of Courage and Unwavering...

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2024/04/26

Embarking on a journey from South Africa to Australia, Wayne Shub, the founder and managing director of BHF Technologies, epitomises the essence of courage, determination, and the power of unwavering principles. In this captivating episode, we delve into the remarkable story of a visionary entrepreneur who transformed 23 years of perseverance into what many now perceive as an "overnight success." Shub's story began amidst the tumultuous mid-nineties in South Africa, a time when concerns about

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29:26

Nathalie Scipioni: The power of networking, clear...

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2024/03/28

In this episode I have a fascinating conversation with Natalie Scipioni, the visionary architect and founder of Natalie Scipioni Architects. From her Italian upbringing, steeped in history and aesthetics, to her architectural education in the heart of Florence, Natalie's path has been a tapestry of diverse experiences. Her decade-long tenure in Paris infused her with a cosmopolitan perspective, shaping her unique approach to architecture. But it was her decision to establish her own firm in

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40:19

Jayne Good: Lessons in Leadership: How Jayne Built a...

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2024/03/05

Join me for a fascinating conversation with Jayne Good, the chief operating officer of Good Constructions. With almost 30 years of experience, Jayne shares some really valuable insights into how she and her husband started and grew their company, which focuses on building high end custom homes and big commercial projects before specialising in retirement housing. They began in 1995 and have expanded from the Mornington Peninsula to Melbourne and beyond. It's a great example of how they've always

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39:39

Neil Glentworth: From High School Dropout to fortune...

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2024/01/30

From dropout to CEO - the improbable rise of Neil GlentworthNeil Glentworth's path from leaving school at 16 to leading a global group of businesses against all odds is a story of grit, determination and long-term vision. Our conversation offers valuable lessons for business owners and leaders battling challenges and seeking to build lasting companies. A key to Neil's unorthodox success was prioritising profits over popularity. He advocates focusing less on vanity metrics like revenue,

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38:50

Jason Simms: From Startup to International Expansion:...

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2023/11/22

Jason Simms is one of the founders and directors of Blackbook.ai, an Australian company driven by unlocking the true value of organisations through artificial intelligence, automation, and data analytics. In our conversation, Jason shares the background story of Blackbook.ai, from its humble beginnings as a startup in 2017 to its current position as a medium-sized business with a team of approximately 200 people. He reveals the pivotal investments in systems, people, and processes that have

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