The Elite Executive Podcast

“Success means nothing if you lose yourself in the process.” In this episode, I sit down with Yasmin Cooper, former telecommunications executive turned health and wellness entrepreneur, to unpack the journey from running a high-pressure corporate business to building a life rooted in movement, mindset, and meaning. We talk about: 📞 Building and leading an Optus Business Centre from the ground up 👩‍💼 Navigating leadership as a woman in a male-dominated industry ⚖️ The cost of ambition when ego and drive start impacting family life 🧠 How her mother’s 10-year battle with Alzheimer’s reshaped her priorities 🧘 Meditation, therapy, and rebuilding mental resilience after divorce and burnout 🏋️ Becoming a certified Pilates instructor and launching The Cooper Method 🌿 Helping women navigate perimenopause, menopause, and motherhood through movement, nutrition, and mindset This one is honest, reflective, and deeply practical. It’s about redefining success, rebuilding from adversity, and creating a version of life that actually feels aligned. 🎧 Now live on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and wherever you listen.

“I just try to be a good use of people’s time.” In this episode, I sit down with Brian Briscoe, founder of Briscoe Search, to unpack his journey from Irish backpacker to respected executive recruiter in Perth and how a cancer diagnosis at 24 shaped everything that came after. We talk about: ✈️ Landing in Australia and falling into recruitment (armed with only Yellow Pages and a phone) 🧬 Getting four wrong diagnoses before discovering he had cancer and how that rewired his priorities 👂 Why being a world-class listener beats being a good talker in business 👨‍👧‍👦 Teaching his kids resilience without shielding them from life’s hard stuff 💼 How he built a high-trust executive search business with no marketing, just referrals 🧠 Why most leaders don’t need more charisma they need more self-awareness This one’s full of grounded wisdom from someone who’s seen real adversity, stripped away the ego, and built a career by doing “a thousand things well over time.” 🎧 Now live on Spotify, Apple, and wherever you listen.

“I didn’t want to look back in 10 years and regret not taking the chance.” In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Johnson, an institutional stockbroker and co‑founder of Wallabi Group, to unpack two decades of career decisions... and the moment he realised his health needed the same discipline as his work. We talk about: 📈 Building a finance career inspired by Wall Street and forged at firms like JP Morgan 🌍 Moving cities, and countries, to avoid stagnation and chase growth 🤔 Trusting gut instinct when making big life and career calls 🏗️ The leap into co‑founding his own firm after years in institutional finance ⚖️ Why accountability matters more than motivation 💪 Losing 12kg through strength training, daily movement, and disciplined nutrition 🧠 How the gym became a form of stress relief , not another chore This one’s honest, grounded, and full of perspective from someone who’s played the long game in business, and finally decided to do the same with his health. 🎧 Now live on Spotify, Apple, and wherever you listen.

“I would sooner shut the business down than do it the way everyone else does.” In this episode, I sit down with Niamh Murphy, founder of Cailin Mining and Civil, to unpack a journey that’s anything but conventional... From arriving in Australia to fund acting school, to taking on one of the most broken parts of the mining industry. We talk about: 🚜 Breaking into a male-dominated industry as a machine operator 💥 Building, and losing, her first labour hire business in Sydney 🔁 Starting again from scratch in Perth during COVID 🧱 The dangerous reality of “dodgy tickets” and poor operator training 🛠️ Why live-site, experience-first training actually saves lives 🔥 The backlash that comes with challenging a corrupt system, and refusing to back down This one is raw, confronting, and deeply principled. It’s about resilience, integrity, and what happens when you care more about doing things right than fitting in. 🎧 Now live on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and wherever you listen.

From Club Pro to Coaching With Purpose: Glenn Paul’s Journey in Golf and Business In this episode, Odhran sits down with Glenn Paul, a seasoned golf coach with over two decades in the game, to explore how sport, family, and business collide in real life. From early inspiration watching pro tournaments as a kid to chasing the tour life in the U.S., Glenn shares how his journey through the PGA system eventually led him to build a career in coaching across some of WA’s most recognisable courses. But this conversation isn’t just about golf. It’s about navigating a saturated market, reinventing your model post-COVID, and building a hybrid business that balances technology, family life, and still chasing your own goals on the course.

“Not every business works... but every one teaches you something.” We’re kicking off 2026 with a full-circle moment: my first-ever client in Perth, Eoin Byrne, joins me on the mic to share 20+ years of real-world business lessons... from beach cafés to biotech. We talk about: 🍦 How an ice cream truck evolved into a beachside café 🌯 The hard (and painful) lessons from a failed Mexican food franchise 🤝 Spotting business opportunities in everyday interactions 🚪 Why exiting a business isn’t always the fairy tale it’s sold as 🔥 How Hey Sister! is shaking up the women’s health space with pain relief innovation This one is raw, honest, and full of insights from a guy who’s built, failed, grown, exited... and is still building.

“You can’t do it all — and you shouldn’t. Leadership starts with learning to say no.” In this episode, I sit down with Gillian Forde, Operations Director at Aurecon for Western Australia and the Northern Territory, to unpack her journey from Ireland to the top of one of Australia’s most respected engineering consultancies. We talk about: 🛫 Leaving post-GFC Ireland to restart in Perth 🔧 From structural engineer to leading 460+ people across WA & NT 💡 The shift from technical work to executive leadership 👩‍💼 Why women hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the brief 🇮🇪 The Irish business network in Perth — and how Gillian helped relaunch the St. Patrick’s Day parade 🏉 Playing rugby for Western Force, board work with Rugby WA, and breaking barriers 🙅‍♀️ How “strategic no-saying” protects energy and impact 👶 Balancing executive work and motherhood with real honesty If you lead teams, work in engineering, or are navigating high performance with family life — this one’s for you. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you tune in.

If you’re willing to move to the other side of the world… you’ve already proven you can succeed.” In this episode, I sit down with John O’Donnell, Group Business Manager at Kilmore Group - one of Western Australia’s fastest-growing construction firms, now employing over 110 people. We talk about: 🏗️ How Kilmore grew by doing the work other builders avoid 🇮🇪 John’s journey from post-GFC Ireland to building in WA 🧱 From facades to full builds: evolving from subcontractor to principal contractor 💼 Why perception, presentation, and paperwork matter more than you think 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What it’s really like raising 3 kids under 5 with no family nearby 🌍 The immigrant mindset... and how community drives momentum If you’re in business, construction, or chasing growth in a new country, this episode is packed with grounded wisdom, no fluff. 🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your edge.

🎯 From Burnout to Beast Mode: Gian's 20kg Transformation Story Join us for an incredible journey with Gian, a cybersecurity leader at Telstra, who lost 20 kilos in 12 months while juggling a high-pressure executive role and raising a 2-year-old. Key Talking Points: ✅ The COVID Wake-Up Call - How Melbourne lockdowns destroyed his fitness routine and led to unhealthy eating habits ✅ Finding Your "Why" - Why motivation isn't enough and how becoming a new father sparked his transformation journey ✅ The November Start - Why he didn't wait for New Year's and tackled Christmas party season head-on ✅ Systems Over Motivation - Building bulletproof habits that work around demanding work schedules and family commitments ✅ Identity Shift - How changing from someone who "eats for pleasure" to someone who "prioritizes protein" changed everything Perfect listen for executives struggling to balance career success with personal health. Real talk about the challenges of leadership roles, new parenthood, and creating lasting change when life gets hectic. #ExecutiveHealth #WeightLoss #Leadership #FatherFitness #Transformation

“I never had ambitions to be a CEO. I think I probably just fell into it.” In this episode, I sat down with Niamh O’Connor, the accidental CEO of Western Force, whose journey from growing up in Ireland to leading a professional rugby organisation is anything but conventional. We dive into: 🏉 Why her path to CEO wasn’t linear — and why that’s her strength 🚨 The misconceptions people have about leadership roles in elite sport ⚖️ The weight of responsibility when your decisions affect real lives and families 🇮🇪 How growing up in Ireland shaped her work ethic, humility, and resilience 🧠 Why self-awareness — not status — defines great leadership This episode peels back the curtain on leadership in high-performance environments — and why the best leaders are often the ones who never chased the title. Follow Niamh on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niamh-o-connor-a4128531/

How do you know when it’s time to make a change? Tracy Fryer lives by the “3 signs” rule — and it’s guided her through business, branding, and massive personal transformation. In this episode, Tracy pulls back the curtain on her journey through corporate life, business building, and a powerful personal reset — from faith to fitness. We dive into: 🔁 Her “Three Signs” framework for spotting when something in your life is off 🏷️ How your personal brand is built in the quiet moments — not just the logos and taglines ⚖️ The deep mindset shifts that finally unlocked long-term weight loss 🙏 Why faith became the foundation for navigating uncertainty and realigning her values 💡 Rebuilding self-trust after burnout and learning to listen earlier (not just when it’s loud) Tracy doesn’t just talk transformation — she lives it. Connect with Tracy at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandingperth/

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://link.systemisedtoscale.com/widget/bookings/consult-call-30mins Join your host Odhran McCorry on The Elite Executive Podcast as he interviews Alex Harper, Chief Development Officer at Perth Children's Hospital Foundation. Join us as we discuss: - Swapping war stories of uni life in Liverpool - The vital fundraising done by PCHF to ensure the Perth Children's hospital has the equipment and research needed to get sick kids healthy again - Breaking ground on WAs first hospice for sick kids - The upcoming Give For Kids Day on September 19th. Plus MUCH more... Connect with Alex - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexharperperth/

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://link.systemisedtoscale.com/widget/bookings/consult-call-30mins Join your host Odhran McCorry on The Elite Executive Podcast as he interviews Shane Lima, Mananging Director at LIMA and Patron Barbers. Join us as we discuss: - Spotting a gap in the market and backing yourself to go after it - How fast growth can break a culture and how to reset it - Why being mindful of aesthetics can be your superpower - Taking a risk on business two with no experience in that sector Plus MUCH more... Connect with Shane - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-lima-92470714b/

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://calendly.com/d/cpn9-qd3-xj2/executive-health-audit Join your host Odhran McCorry on The Elite Executive Podcast as he interviews one Mineral Resources GM CSI for the Onslow Iron Project, Gareth O'Neill. Join us as we discuss: - Stepping up to the plate after tragedy - Getting a start in mining after moving across the world - How to set professional goals and see it through - Taking care of your health despite the challenges of a busy career Connect with Gareth - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-o-neill-b974b9100/

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://calendly.com/d/cpn9-qd3-xj2/executive-health-audit Join your host Odhran McCorry on The Elite Executive Podcast as he interviews one of Perth's hottest criminal defence lawyers, Laura Willox from Timpano Legal. Join us as we discuss: - Why Laura got passionate about law and in particular criminal defence law. - How life changes when you land that big media driven case. - Is law as sexy as Hollywood makes it seem? - The personal toll of the job. Connect with Laura - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-willox-a53a08b9/

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://calendly.com/d/cpn9-qd3-xj2/executive-health-audit Join your host Odhran McCorry on The Elite Executive Podcast as he interviews Brad Young aka The Grout Guy. Join us as we discuss: - Writing THAT famous jingle over a coffee to the tune of a famous kids song - The challenges of growing The Grout Guy to a national brand - How Brad looks after his health physically and emotionally and balances family despite lofty business goals Connect with Brad - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-young-66a52a3b/

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://calendly.com/d/cpn9-qd3-xj2/executive-health-audit Join your host Odhran McCorry on The Elite Executive Podcast as he interviews Harriet Mellor, CEO and Lead Trainer from Your Sales Co. Join us as we discuss: - All things sales, Lead Development and Sales Development as a Service. - How to stay confident and passionate about selling despite rejection or fear - The growth of Your Sales Co. into an international brand Connect with Harriet - https://www.linkedin.com/in/harriet-mellor/

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://calendly.com/d/cpn9-qd3-xj2/executive-health-audit Join your host Odhran McCorry as he interviews his old childhood friend Rebecca Fitzpatrick, COO and Chief Psychologist at Be Health & Life Wellness. Join us as we discuss: - How thoughts impact success - How our perception of luck impacts us - How we can reframe negative thoughts into positive ones. Plus much more... Connect with Rebecca - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccafitzpatrickconsulting/

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://calendly.com/d/cpn9-qd3-xj2/executive-health-audit Join your host Odhran McCorry as he interviews Ruby Omrevjic and Zac Fogarty from 1Recruit. Join us as we discuss: - The journey to setting up your own recruitment business from scratch after experience in other fields - Working with your life partner within a business capacity - Why going the extra mile matters in building long term respect and reputation - Plus much more... Connect with Ruby - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruby-omrevjic-13a1bb2aa/ Connect with Zac - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacfogarty/ Follow the journey - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1-recruit/posts/?feedView=all

Book your Executive Health Audit here --> https://calendly.com/d/cpn9-qd3-xj2/executive-health-audit Join your host Odhran McCorry as he interviews Amazon best selling author Daniel Woodrum on the power of systems in creating the life you want. Join us as we discuss: - The Standards System and how to actually create your own 12 personal standards - How to leverage challenges to create better results in your life - The easiest way to become more disciplined - Plus HEAPS more... https://www.instagram.com/daniel_lee_woodrum/?hl=en