In this episode of The Founder Tapes, I sit down with Fiona Sanford, CEO of The Flourish Journey, an Australian charity dedicated to enhancing the well-being of teenage girls. With a background as an award-winning gymnast and a passion for mental health, Fiona shares her journey from sports to social impact, and how she's helping young women build resilience, self-awareness, and confidence.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Fiona's transition from competitive gymnastics to mental health advocacy
• The mission and impact of The Flourish Journey's programs across Australia
• Challenges faced in scaling a purpose-driven organisation
• The importance of rites of passage in teenage development
• Insights on fostering self-esteem and combating societal pressures among young girls

Fiona's dedication has led to the transformation of over 25,000 lives, earning her recognition as a finalist in the 2024 Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards.

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The Flourish Journey website: https://www.theflourishjourney.org/

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In this episode of The Founder Tapes, I sit down with Lyn Nguyen, the powerhouse behind Auvie Consultants, a boutique agency revolutionising e-commerce operations for seven and eight-figure brands. Lyn shares her journey from leading operations at MiHIGH to founding Auvie Consultants in early 2023, driven by her passion for streamlining e-commerce logistics and systems.

Recognised as one of Inside Retail’s Top 50 People in E-Commerce for 2025, Lyn delves into the often-overlooked realm of backend operations, emphasising the importance of efficient systems over flashy marketing tactics. She discusses how her hands-on, tailored approach helps brands scale sustainably, saving clients hundreds of thousands through optimised supply chains.

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In this episode, I sit with Jonathan Wenig, lead partner at Arnold Bloch Leibler (ABL), to discuss his career, insights into the legal and business world, and the principles that drive his work.

We also dive into All Things Equal – a social enterprise café Jonathan founded that provides meaningful employment opportunities for young adults with disabilities. The initiative aims to create an inclusive workforce by offering paid jobs in hospitality, helping individuals with autism develop skills, confidence, and independence.

We cover:

• Jonathan's journey to becoming a lead partner at ABL
• The role of law in shaping businesses and society
• Insights on leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving
• The mission and impact of All Things Equal
• How businesses can integrate purpose with profitability

Jonathan’s book recommendations are:

Range: How Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World – by David Epstein

Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know – by Adam Grant

Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism – by Barry M Prizant, Tom Fields-Meyer

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