Andrew McGrath was an obvious choice for me for this 6th Edition of the Inspiring Leaders Series. We hit it off over a few wines in Hong Kong earlier this year after he took a punt on catching up with an Aussie in fact-finding mode across some key legal markets in Asia (me!). Since then we’ve built a strong professional and personal relationship, and as the article highlights have successfully collaborated on our first Senior BD Leaders Forum in June. Andrew epitomises the traits I value in the work I do; passion, purpose, generosity, curiosity, of putting clients and people first - many who’ve become close friends. And of course, he likes to have some fun along the way, as those who know him will attest!

In the 5th Edition of my Inspiring Leaders Series, join me and Joey Ballantyne as we talk through her 20 years building an exceptional corporate career, then the pivot. A late age diagnosis of autism and ADHD that has redirected her toward her most purposeful work yet.

Dinda is a ball of energy. A force of nature. Driven and determined. I am so glad I got the chance to meet her, work with her for 3 weeks, show her parts of my world, as well as exploring in hers. In Indonesia it is currently cookies, having spent 5 years with Dough Lab - an artisanal cookie company set up by my friend Hana Makarim.

Stu Place’s career in financial services has been defined by authenticity, building relationships, and a commitment to putting clients first. As Head of Institutional Sales at Orbis Investments, Stu has built a career focussed on more than ‘sales’ - he’s a relationship focused person who genuinely cares about helping clients succeed.

But beyond his professional accomplishments, Stu, his wife Vicky and family are facing their most important challenge: fundraising for research into SLC6A1, the rare genetic disorder his young son Will lives with.

I've had the privilege of working with Anna through MinterEllison's Client Program over the past year. What struck me first wasn't her title or her track record — it was how she thinks. Commercially sharp, genuinely curious, warm yet disarmingly direct. I wanted to share some of that with a broader audience.  Anna has built her career at the intersection of strategy, technology and client growth across some of Australia's most respected professional services firms. A few things stayed with me …