The Caring CEO. For leaders who want to grow teams who are more caring, fun filled and productive. For leaders who care.

What does it mean to lead with care as AI transforms the workplace? Dani Matthews, CEO of Abundium, joins Graeme to explore how leaders can embrace AI while keeping people, wellbeing and human connection at the heart of their organisations. They discuss self-care, high performance, psychological safety, team connection and the opportunities AI creates for both leaders and their people.

In the first episode of our new Leading with Care in the AI World series, Graeme Cowan talks with Darren Moglia, Managing Director of Enterprise Works, about the future of work, productivity and what it really takes for people and organisations to thrive alongside AI.

Dr Kathryn (Kat) Page, Partner at ByMany and author of Good Work, shares what it truly means to create workplaces where people can thrive. She discusses caring leadership, psychological safety, workplace wellbeing, and how leaders can design work that brings out the best in people. Kat also shares practical insights on the future of work, including how AI can be used to reduce job strain and enable people to focus on the uniquely human strengths that drive performance and fulfilment.

Deri Llewellyn-Davies, Boardroom strategist & creator of Ultra States, explores how leaders can perform at their best by understanding the power of intentional state management rather than relying on constant intensity. Drawing on decades of boardroom experience and extraordinary endurance challenges, he shares practical insights on avoiding burnout, making better decisions under pressure, and leading with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose.

Emma Walsh, CEO of Parents At Work, shares how family-friendly workplaces, inclusive leadership, and flexible work practices can drive stronger business outcomes while supporting employee wellbeing. Tune in for practical insights on building workplaces where people and organisations thrive together.

Garry Ridge, former Chairman and CEO of WD-40 Company, shares how caring leadership, trust, and psychological safety create high-performing teams and lasting business success. Packed with practical leadership insights, this conversation offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to build a workplace where people and performance thrive together.

James Laughlin, author of Habits of High Performers, shares his remarkable journey from troubled schoolboy in Northern Ireland to 7 time World Champion drummer and trusted coach to elite athletes, business leaders and high-performing teams. Drawing on decades of experience in performance, leadership and wellbeing, James reveals practical strategies for building sustainable success, developing healthy habits, creating psychologically safe teams and navigating life's inevitable setbacks. This conversation offers actionable insights for leaders, professionals and anyone seeking to achieve more while maintaining strong relationships and wellbeing.

Jacob Chase discusses why businesses measure financial capital precisely but often overlook the true value of their people. Drawing from his experience across Lazard, Angelo Gordon, and entrepreneurship, Jacob shares how organizations can better align performance, culture, and accountability.

Nick Orchard, Performance Coach, shares his powerful journey from near-burnout to meaningful transformation. Drawing on his experience across government, leadership, and creative industries, Nick reveals practical strategies to overcome burnout, build sustainable momentum, and break free from self-limiting beliefs. This conversation offers actionable insights for leaders, creatives, and professionals seeking to perform at their best without sacrificing wellbeing.