Chief Meta Chicks Podcast

Emma Thomson is the Founder of Pitch it Up Cricket.Emma is an experienced medical scientist and Sales Project Manager and previously worked in the healthcare industry for 25 years.She founded Pitch It Up Cricket in 2021 after becoming a cricket mum and bowling to her son in the backyard.She realised that there was a big gap in the bowling machine market for young kids and she took it upon herself to solve the problem, creating a cricket training aid for children as young as Grade 3.The business is now flying, with major cricket and sporting goods retailers around Australia hopping on board, as well as schools and clubs.She has also recently developed a product for visually impaired cricketers and is working with key stakeholders in the modified sports industry.This interview covers a number of great topics, including:The importance of market research, product development, and brand awareness when building a business from scratch.The financial aspects of running a business, particularly for female entrepreneurs.The importance of securing the right investment at the right time, and Building support networks to help you on your entrepreneurial journey.You can find out more on the Pitch It Up website and their Instagram page, or you can connect with Emma via LinkedIn.A SPECIAL NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR, NAB BUSINESS:If your business books are getting wild, or your business admin is taking up too much time, NAB has got some news for you…There’s a new bookkeeper in town. NAB Bookkeeper is an all-new, all-in-one online bookkeeping platform to help you wrangle your business admin. Because at NAB, they know you want to spend your energy on your business, not on your paperwork. So whether you’re looking to manage your tax, round-up your invoices, or need a helping hand with reconciliation – leave the wrangling to NAB Bookkeeper.NAB, more than money.T&Cs, fees & charges apply. See nab.com.au for more information.FOLLOW CHIEF META CHICKS📈 If you’d like to get your wings on, then join at chiefmetachicks.com🎓 Apply for our Pitch & Grow Coaching program with our leaders: info@chiefmetachicks.com🏢 Follow Chief Meta Chicks on LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook🎵 Subscribe to The Chief Meta Chicks podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Boob Armour was born after Suzie underwent a series of tests for breast cancer, which fortunately came back negative. During the process Suzie’s surgeon asked her whether she had experienced breast trauma before. Curiosity got the better of her and she took it upon herself to do some research, particularly in sport and she discovered many women and girls playing contact sport sustained breast injuries when only wearing a sports bra, and often the resultant lumps would present as cancer.Boob Armour is a revolutionary breast protection product designed to protect and empower females in their pursuit of physical activity. Boob Armour is not just a product; it is a symbol of female strength, resilience, and determination. By combining functionality, style, and safety, Boob Armour allows females to push their limits and embrace their full potential.Suzie has collaborated with experts in the fields of design, engineering, and sports medicine to ensure that Boob Armour meets the highest standards of quality and performance. This approach has seen her sign several partnerships with sports organisations and she was also the recipient of the 2023 Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year award at the Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards.This interview covers a number of great topics, including:The lack of protective gear for female athletes and the importance of breast health.The unique challenges faced by women in sports.The science behind breast protection, andThe importance of cash flow and financial literacy when building your start-up or running a small business.You can find out more on the Boob Armour website and you can connect with Suzie on LinkedIn.A SPECIAL NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR, NAB BUSINESS:When orders are running out the door, or customers are lined up around the block – you need a payment system you can rely on.With NAB Merchant Services, no matter how wild things get, you can wrangle it with their trusty suite of fast and reliable payment solutions.Whether your business needs to take payments with an EFTPOS terminal, on the go with NAB Easy Tap, or online – NAB has you covered. So don’t take a chance with your business – use a more reliable payment partner in NAB Merchant Services. NAB, more than money. T&Cs, fees & charges apply. See nab.com.au for more information.FOLLOW CHIEF META CHICKS📈 If you’d like to get your wings on, then join at chiefmetachicks.com🎓 Apply for our Pitch & Grow Coaching program with our leaders: info@chiefmetachicks.com🏢 Follow Chief Meta Chicks on LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook🎵 Subscribe to The Chief Meta Chicks podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Jo Stanley is the Founder of Broad Radio.After being discovered performing stand-up comedy in a dingy pub more than 20 years ago, Jo spent more than a decade as one half of the record-breaking Number 1 breakfast radio show, The Matt & Jo Show on Fox FM.In 2016, she teamed up with Anthony “Lehmo” Lehmann on Gold 104.3, taking that show to Number 1 as well.She is now co-host of The House of Wellness TV on Channel 7, and host of The House of Wellness Radio nationally on the Nine Entertainment Network, as well as creator and host of the podcast, Best of You. Jo also writes a column in the Sunday Life Magazine and created a children’s book series called Play Like a Girl.In 2020, Jo founded and created Broad Radio, a radio station for women, by women, which launched with a live stream on Facebook and YouTube, and has now officially gone live on the Broad Radio app. Broad radio features conversation about everything from comedy, sport, leadership, politics, health, entertainment and gender equality.This interview covers a number of great topics, including:The origin and vision for Broad RadioThe start-up funding landscape Jo has learned all aboutThe importance of financial literacy for womenBuilding awareness and interest in the early days of a start-upThe importance of patience in startups, andTargeting the female audience and the appropriate commercialisation strategies.You can find out more on the Broad Radio website and their Instagram page, or you can connect with Jo via LinkedIn.A SPECIAL NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR, NAB BUSINESS:Opportunities to grow your business can happen at the drop of a hat. That’s why NAB Business Lending is as fast and flexible as you need it to be. With fast-tracked applications, tailored repayment options, and specialised support from a NAB Business Expert – you can grab business opportunities by the horns. From technology platforms to service providers, MedTech startups to consulting services – NAB has experience with all kinds of business.So if your business is growing wild, a NAB Business Expert can help you wrangle it.NAB, more than money.T&Cs, fees, charges, eligibility & lending criteria apply. See nab.com.au for more information.If you’d like to get your wings on too, then you can join at chiefmetachicks.com and if you are interested in applying for our Pitch & Grow Coaching program with our Chief Meta Chicks leaders then please reach out at info@chiefmetachicks.com.

Sam Symes is the Founder and Managing Director of Spark Sports Grips.Sam is our first male guest on the Chief Meta Chicks Podcast, but he absolutely fits the bill as a true champion for women in sport and business!Sam has a background in coaching, teaching and sports management, as well as workforce transformation.He founded Spark Sports Grips after his young daughter’s request to learn how to play cricket and hold the bat correctly.Spark Sports Grips are well established now in hockey, cricket, tennis and padel. The grips help young athletes to hold their equipment correctly.And if that isn’t enough Sam is about to launch BioGrip, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional rubber grips.This interview covers a number of great topics, including:The origin and evolution of the business, and its expansion into new sports.The unexpected challenges Sam faced when launching this startup.Some valuable insights for aspiring founders, andThe essential ingredients for strong product development.You can find out more on the Spark Sports Grips website and their Instagram page, or you can connect with Sam via LinkedIn.A SPECIAL NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR, NAB BUSINESS:The Founder journey can be a wild ride.From cash flow ups and downs, to out of control growth, to chasing payments, to recruiting staff. Behind every wild day in business are a million decisions to make.That’s why NAB Business Experts are equipped with the expertise and the skills to support you in making them.With a wealth of expertise and resources, they can help you wrangle what you need, when you need it. So whether you’ve got a wild business idea, or just need a sounding board – they're there for you. Because when it comes to business, this isn’t their first rodeo. Or their fiftieth. So when business decisions get wild, wrangle them with a NAB Business Expert. NAB, more than money.See nab.com.au for more information.If you’d like to get your wings on too, then you can join at chiefmetachicks.com and if you are interested in applying for our Pitch & Grow Coaching program with our Chief Meta Chicks leaders then please reach out at info@chiefmetachicks.com.

Leigh Morrison is the Founder of be.Coaching.Leigh is a Leadership & Executive Coach and Career Mentor.She started her career in advertising agencies, and then she transitioned to client-side marketing, working at Coca Cola Company, where she oversaw the launch of Coke Zero.She has a passion for developing teams and culture.This interview covers a number of important topics, including:The power of purpose and values in both branding and personal developmentCreating ripples of transformation and being adaptable in entrepreneurshipThe importance of self-awareness, research, and building a support network, andAdvice for aspiring women entrepreneurs on pricing your services, managing confidence issues and inner critics.You can find out more about Leigh via her website.A SPECIAL NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR, NAB BUSINESS:When orders are running out the door, or customers are lined up around the block – you need a payment system you can rely on.With NAB Merchant Services, no matter how wild things get, you can wrangle it with their trusty suite of fast and reliable payment solutions.Whether your business needs to take payments with an EFTPOS terminal, on the go with NAB Easy Tap, or online – NAB has you covered. So don’t take a chance with your business – use a more reliable payment partner in NAB Merchant Services. NAB, more than money. T&Cs, fees & charges apply. See nab.com.au for more information.If you’d like to get your wings on too, then you can join at chiefmetachicks.com and if you are interested in applying for our Pitch & Grow Coaching program with our Chief Meta Chicks leaders then please reach out at info@chiefmetachicks.com.

Debra Tay is the Co-Founder and Chief Design Officer of Cycling Bears.Debra has over 23 years of banking experience, from corporate and investment banking to Wealth Management in Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Australia.While leading the ultra high net worth team in Singapore and Malaysia for a large private bank, Debra was inspired to venture into luxury wellness to fill a gap she identified.Debra studied Interior Design in Melbourne, along with a home gym design course and a nutrition course at Harvard Medical School.Combining her love for interior design and fitness, she aims to create wellness sanctuaries which challenge the idea of bulky, rusty and rubbery gym equipment.Debra is passionate about overall wellness, and maintains a consistent workout routine including spinning, strength training, pilates and boxing.This interview covers a number of important topics, including:Identifying problems and gaps in the market and creating solutions to address themOutsourcing tasks that you don’t enjoy or aren’t good at to focus on higher value tasksBuilding a supportive community and surrounding yourself with intelligent people who will challenge and push you, andHow following your passions can drive success and personal growth.You can find out more about Debra via the Cycling Bears website.A SPECIAL NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR, NAB BUSINESS:If your business books are getting wild, or your business admin is taking up too much time, NAB has got some news for you…There’s a new bookkeeper in town. NAB Bookkeeper is an all-new, all-in-one online bookkeeping platform to help you wrangle your business admin. Because at NAB, they know you want to spend your energy on your business, not on your paperwork. So whether you’re looking to manage your tax, round-up your invoices, or need a helping hand with reconciliation – leave the wrangling to NAB Bookkeeper.NAB, more than money.T&Cs, fees & charges apply. See nab.com.au for more information.If you’d like to get your wings on too, then you can join at chiefmetachicks.com and if you are interested in applying for our Pitch & Grow Coaching program with our Chief Meta Chicks leaders then please reach out at info@chiefmetachicks.com.

Amy Crosland is the Chief Operating Officer of the Australian Sports Technologies Network, ASTN.Amy is one of Australian sport’s leading figures turbo-charging the women’s sports tech sector.Born and raised in Tamworth, Amy has built an epic career, working with the United Nations, the UK Ministry of Justice, and recently was Australian boss of global tech firm, Orion.She joined the ASTN in 2023 as the Manager of Program Operations and Projects and the Women in Sports Tech Program Manager, with a mission to empower and promote women and girls to become front and centre, in what has been a male-dominated sphere.She recently was promoted to COO and is also a Board Member of Handball Victoria.This interview covers a number of important topics, including:The importance of leaning in and learning to unearth opportunities in technologyYou don’t have to be a technology expert to realise opportunities in sports technologyThere are numerous opportunities and problems to be solved in the sports tech landscape particularly as it relates to women in sport, andHealth is an adjacent industry to sports technology with sport being a great place to gain traction. There are numerous resources and support networks in place to encourage and support women.You can find out more about Amy via the ASTN website.A SPECIAL NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR, NAB BUSINESS:When orders are running out the door, or customers are lined up around the block – you need a payment system you can rely on.With NAB Merchant Services, no matter how wild things get, you can wrangle it with their trusty suite of fast and reliable payment solutions.Whether your business needs to take payments with an EFTPOS terminal, on the go with NAB Easy Tap, or online – NAB has you covered. So don’t take a chance with your business – use a more reliable payment partner in NAB Merchant Services. NAB, more than money. T&Cs, fees & charges apply. See nab.com.au for more information.If you’d like to get your wings on too, then you can join at chiefmetachicks.com and if you are interested in applying for our Pitch & Grow Coaching program with our Chief Meta Chicks leaders then please reach out at info@chiefmetachicks.com.

Saara Jamieson is the Founder and CEO of Cool Beans Underwear.Saara studied at The University of Queensland gaining a Bachelor of Science in Animal and Veterinary Bioscience. After university she worked for a Medical Research Institute in the gastroenterology lab studying Colorectal Cancer. She has also co-authored a number of scientific papers on the topic.After trying to fall pregnant for over three and a half years, and suffering multiple miscarriages, Saara dived into the science and discovered testicular heat was a major factor affecting sperm health, conception and miscarriages.Saara then embarked on developing men’s underwear to cool her husband Jordan’s beans.They fell pregnant soon after and now have 2 beautiful healthy children. In the time that followed, Saara was regularly contacted by others struggling to conceive following the recommendations of several fertility doctors.And so Saara and Jordon decided there was an opportunity to help others with their reproductive health, and Cool Beans was born. In 2021, Cool Beans Underwear was entered into the TGA Register as a medical device and they now have worldwide patents in place for their innovative and brilliant Cool Beans Underwear.This interview covers a number of important topics, including:The impact of testicular heat on sperm health The impact of sperm health on miscarriages and offspringThe sheer lack of research and awareness of these issuesThe challenges and costs associated with securing worldwide patents, andThe incredible commitment and resilience required to navigate the highs and lows of the founder's journey.And thanks to Saara, you can get your hands on some Cool Beans Underwear. Simply head to their website and use the promo code CMC10 at the checkout.A SPECIAL NOTE FROM OUR SPONSOR, NAB BUSINESS:Opportunities to grow your business can happen at the drop of a hat. That’s why NAB Business Lending is as fast and flexible as you need it to be. With fast-tracked applications, tailored repayment options, and specialised support from a NAB Business Expert – you can grab business opportunities by the horns. From technology platforms to service providers, medtech startups to consulting services – NAB has experience with all kinds of business.So if your business is growing wild, a NAB Business Expert can help you wrangle it.NAB, more than money.T&Cs, fees, charges, eligibility & lending criteria apply. See nab.com.au for more information.If you’d like to get your wings on too, then you can join at chiefmetachicks.com and if you are interested in applying for our Pitch & Grow Coaching program with our Chief Meta Chicks leaders then please reach out at info@chiefmetachicks.com.