Professor Alex Zelinsky AO, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Newcastle, has collaborated with 2NURFM producer Jack Hodgins on the production of a new podcast.
Leading Conversations with Vice-Chancellor Alex Zelinsky
Leading Conversations with Vice-Chancellor Alex Zelinsky
What does it take to lead with purpose? Join our Vice-Chancellor as he sits down with alumni who are redefining success in their fields. Discover the moments that changed everything and connect with the remarkable people shaping our global community of 200,000 alumni.
Chris Sampson, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Titler
Vice-Chancellor Alex Zelinsky speaks with alum and Co-CEO of Tiliter Technology, Chris Sampson, about studying at the University of Newcastle and his career in being a leading innovator in the AI field.
Tiliter’s AI scanning technology now in every Woolworths across Australia.
Samantha Martin-Williams, Chair of Newcastle Airport
Vice-Chancellor Alex Zelinsky speaks with alum and Chair of Newcastle Airport, Samantha Martin-Williams, about studying at the University of Newcastle and her career leading and co-leading a range of company boards.
Balance matters.
Samantha shares why understanding different student needs creates better outcomes now and long after graduation.
Professor Frances Kay, Director and CEO, HMRI
On the third episode of the Leading Conversations podcast, Professor Alex Zelinsky sits down with Professor Frances Kay, who is an incredibly inspiring leader, University of Newcastle Alumna and CEO of Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI).
Frances is a trailblazer in her field, with a deep commitment to taking discoveries beyond the lab and into the communities. You’ll hear her vision for a healthier future for the Hunter and beyond.
Tarun Gupta, CEO, Stockland
On the second edition, Professor Zelinsky spoke with alumnus and Stockland CEO Tarun Gupta about how an MBA accelerated his career.
Tarun shares his journey from arriving in Australia as an international student to leading one of Australia’s largest property groups. He reflects on how completing his MBA at the University of Newcastle accelerated his career, the importance of saying ‘yes’ to opportunity, and the values that shaped his leadership.
Ed Close, CEO, nib
In our first episode the Vice-Chancellor, sits down with Ed Close, CEO of nib, who shares his journey from a gap year to becoming a children’s author and then moving into corporate leadership, offering valuable perspective on leadership and exposure.
Ed is a proud University of Newcastle graduate, holding a Bachelor of Business (2008) and Bachelor of Laws (2010).