Hosted by Stephanie Christopher, Vistage LIVE brings together business leaders, subject matter experts and inspiring guests to share real-world experiences and perspectives from across the Australian business landscape. The conversations focus on how leaders navigate change, make better decisions, and adapt their organisations in an era of ongoing digital transformation. Each episode delivers practical insights for SME leaders looking for fresh thinking and actionable ideas to strengthen performance and impact.
Complexity vs consequence: Leading a small business in an AI world
In this episode, John Gutteridge explores the distinction between complexity and consequence in small business leadership, examining how AI is reshaping decision-making, amplifying both strategy and error, and increasing the gap between fast-moving AI-native organisations and traditional businesses.
From player to coach: The leadership shift that matters
In this episode, Brad Thomas, three-time Paralympian, shares his journey from elite sport to leading global technology businesses, exploring leadership shifts from individual performance to building high-performing teams.
Future-ready leadership: Is your business ready?
In this episode, futurist Ben Hamer explores the mindsets, skills, and leadership behaviours leaders need to stay adaptable, anticipate change, and confidently build future-ready organisations.
Remove your “brain blinkers” to unlock high performance
In this episode, Anthony Bonnici breaks down the COFFEE model to help leaders recognise and shift limiting beliefs, strengthen mindset, and unlock greater performance across themselves and their teams.
Progress, Not Perfection: Navigating Family Business
In this episode, John Broons shares family business expertise, offering practical guidance on succession, governance, communication, and thriving across generations.
Decoding strategic decisions
In this episode, Dr Chris Stephenson shares insights on decision-making, leadership, and navigating complexity, offering CEOs practical strategies to improve choices, foster diversity, and drive business growth.
Resilient leadership and strategic turnarounds
In this episode, transformation expert Ron Gauci, shares some powerful insights on leadership, turnaround strategy, culture, and mindset—drawn from decades of high-impact executive experience.
How to lead in a complex world: Global growth insights from Rob Ristagno
In this episode, Rob Ristagno shares how to lead in a complex world using the VUCA framework—combat volatility with vision, tackle uncertainty with understanding, and lead with clarity, agility, and focus.
From values to ventures: Building a purpose-driven business
In this episode, Vanessa Cullen reveals how values-led leadership, social enterprise thinking, and ethical strategy helped her build a profitable business that creates lasting, meaningful impact.
Unlocking the sales game: Building trust over transactions
In this episode, discover how Sales Game creator Ari Galper helps leaders replace outdated tactics with trust-based selling to build deeper connections, uncover real pain points, and close with confidence.
High performance under pressure: From the court to the boardroom
In this episode, Emma Doyle shares leadership lessons drawn from elite sport, highlighting the power of coaching mindsets, emotional intelligence, trust, and curiosity to unlock performance and thrive under pressure.
The business of leadership: How experience becomes impact
In this episode, Tony Chamberlain shares candid insights from years in executive leadership, revealing what makes peer groups transformative for CEOs seeking clarity, accountability, and real-world connection.
Scaling Up: Embracing a scientific approach to business
In this episode, Mark Bregman shares insights on leadership, innovation, and balancing operational excellence with strategic vision, drawing from his experience in Fortune 500 companies and start-ups.
People and Culture: How to win through your people
In this episode Mark Puncher, a leading expert in employer branding and talent marketing, discusses how business leaders can navigate today’s rapidly changing workforce landscape.
AI game on: Why every business must embrace AI now
In this episode Tim Trumper, discusses AI adoption for businesses, emphasizing a simple framework of mindset, skillset, and toolset, and offering real-world examples to help businesses stay competitive and efficient.
Navigating the AI revolution: Strategies for successful business adoption
In this episode, Michael Donoghue outlines a practical roadmap for AI adoption, emphasizing strategic planning, staff education, and AI integration for businesses preparing for 2025’s technological shifts.