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Epic Execution Podcast
EPIC Execution
22 episodes
5 days ago
Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators who aim to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product-Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement. Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.
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Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators who aim to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product-Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement. Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.
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Episodes (20/22)
Epic Execution Podcast
Ep 22. From Rooftops to Reality TV: Red Bull’s Dom Di Tommaso is Now a Prime-Time Star (Red Bull, Parkour, freerunning)

In this high-energy episode, host David Kenney sits down with elite parkour athlete and content creator Dom Di Tomasso. From mastering gravity-defying stunts to mastering the business of influence, Dom shares the pivotal moments that shaped his evolution from athlete to entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways:

  • Passion fuels discipline, and discipline drives success.

  • Risk assessment is as critical in business as it is in free running.

  • Viral content stems from emotional resonance with your audience.

  • Brand partnerships, when authentic, can amplify your reach and impact.

  • Community is the backbone of long-term growth and development.

  • Monetisation strategies must reflect personal values.

  • Relevance in the digital age requires constant adaptation.

  • Advice for aspiring athletes: Prioritise skill over the spotlight.

Whether you're building your brand, navigating the creator economy, or just love adrenaline-filled stories, this episode will flip your perspective.

Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.

Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

Check out ⁠Epic Execution⁠ for more. 

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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute 34 seconds

Epic Execution Podcast
Ep 21. Carolyn Breeze (Venture Capital, Tech Founders, Capital Allocation)

Meet Carolyn Breeze, The Women Revolutionising Venture Capital

In this episode of Epic Execution, we sat down with Carolyn Breeze, CEO of Scalare Partners, to explore how she is reshaping the venture capital landscape. We dive into Scalare’s flexible investment model, designed to support early-stage tech founders without the traditional VC pressures. Carolyn shares her perspective on the power of capital allocation, the growing role of AI in startups, and the critical importance of building strong teams. Together, we discuss the acquisitions that are expanding Scalare’s services, the rise of unicorns in Australia, and how a supportive ecosystem can transform the founder's journey.


Whether you’re a founder navigating challenges, an investor seeking innovative models, or simply curious about the future of startups, this conversation offers valuable insights into what it takes to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.


Key Takeaways:

  • Scalare’s unique investment model prioritises founders, freeing them from traditional VC constraints.

  • Hands-on support and acquisitions expand services for early-stage tech companies.

  • Mastering capital allocation is essential for founders’ long-term success.

  • AI is becoming central to startup efficiency and growth.

  • The Australian startup scene is producing unicorns at a rapid pace.

  • Building strong teams and ecosystems elevates founders and the industry.


Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with people who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential. 


Check out StartWithEpic⁠ for more.

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1 month ago
56 minutes 19 seconds

Epic Execution Podcast
Ep 20. How to Sell to Customers and Investors

In this week's episode of Epic Execution, David and Mike break down what it really takes to win over both customers and investors. Drawing on years of experience with pitch decks and startup presentations, they share actionable insights to help founders sharpen their messaging and stand out in a crowded market.


From crafting precise, compelling pitches to understanding that traction is more than just revenue, this conversation highlights the essential elements of building momentum. We also explore B2B sales strategies, the importance of engaging directly with customers, and how to create unique value propositions that resonate with stakeholders.


Whether you’re preparing for your next investor pitch or looking to refine your go-to-market strategy, this episode offers practical advice to help you execute with impact.


Key Takeaways:

  • Clarity in communication makes pitches more persuasive.
  • Focus on solutions instead of over-explaining problems.
  • Traction goes beyond revenue, showing customer engagement and growth.
  • Strong B2B sales require knowing your audience and structuring pilots.
  • Investors care about margin creation, not just cost savings.
  • Building strong relationships with customers and stakeholders drives long-term success.

Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with people who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential. 


Check out StartWithEpic⁠ for more.


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2 months ago
42 minutes 19 seconds

Epic Execution Podcast
Ep 19. Start-Up Funding Without the Fluff

In this week’s episode, we cut through the noise on start-up funding, no fluff, just the core strategies founders need to raise capital from a position of strength. We unpack why preparation is everything, how to define traction beyond revenue, and the power of customer validation in proving market demand.


From avoiding common fundraising pitfalls to mastering the art of storytelling in your pitch, this conversation offers a clear roadmap for founders who want to attract the right investors and keep them. You’ll learn why timing your raise, understanding your cash runway, and building a repeatable business model matter more than chasing quick wins.


This episode is anchored around the Start-up Funding Without the Fluff course, a proven system to strip away distractions and focus on what truly drives investor confidence and business growth. If you’re ready to sharpen your pitch, boost your traction, and raise on your terms, this is your starting point.


Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with people who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential. 

Check out StartWithEpic⁠ for more. 

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2 months ago
42 minutes 30 seconds

Epic Execution Podcast
Ep 18. Catherine Lacavera (Ex-Google VP, Law, Technology)

The One Lesson Catherine Lacavera Learned at Google, and Why Founders Need to Hear It:


If you can’t protect it, don’t bother building it.


Catherine spent 16 years inside Google, fighting legal battles that shaped the future of tech from billion-dollar copyright fights to AI’s legal grey zones. She saw brilliant ideas lose value because no one thought about IP until it was too late.

Founders need to know this:


In AI, everything can be copied. Execution matters, but defensibility is what makes it last.


This episode goes deep on:

  • What founders get wrong about IP and legal strategy

  • How to scale without handing your moat to the market

  • Legal tech trends reshaping AI, privacy, and compliance

  • What founders need to pitch with clarity and conviction

  • Why execution beats ideas and how to act on it, and would you believe

  • How lawyers can become growth partners, not just risk managers


If you’re building fast and ignoring the legal layer,  this is your wake-up call.


From navigating the complexities of the U.S. legal system to building trust in high-stakes AI environments, Catherine brings sharp insight and actionable advice for founders, legal teams, and investors alike.


Stay tuned for our signature lightning round of rapid-fire insights on investment, legal readiness, and scaling smart.


Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with people who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential. Check out StartWithEpic⁠ for more.

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2 months ago
1 hour 34 seconds

Epic Execution Podcast
Ep 17. Michael Harries (Robotics, AI, Tech)

What does it take to go from the Australian tech scene to making waves in Silicon Valley? 


In this week’s episode, we sit down with Michael Harries, an Aussie kicking ass in the world of robotics and deep tech. With a track record of shaping frontier technologies in AI and quantum computing, Michael shares his journey, insights, and hard-won lessons from the global innovation frontlines.


We explore the fast-paced evolution of AI, the engineering realities that many startups often overlook, and why deep tech ventures require an entirely different playbook, from funding to talent acquisition to risk mitigation. Michael doesn’t hold back on what it takes to get from the lab bench to boardroom, and how Australian startups can punch above their weight with better commercialisation strategies.


Key Takeaways:

    • Deep tech is the backbone of breakthrough innovation.
    • Success in AI and robotics hinges on top-tier talent.
    • Founders need to enhance their communication skills to bridge the gap between science and business.
    • De-risking is non-negotiable for attracting deep tech investment.
    • Traditional VC approaches don’t cut it—deep tech needs bespoke funding strategies.
    • Systems thinking helps founders navigate complexity at scale.
    • Many AI startups underestimate the engineering lift.
    • Australia has global potential—but must get smarter about commercialisation.
    • Accelerators should ditch cookie-cutter models in favour of tailored support.
    • Government support can be a game-changer if used strategically.

  • Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.


    Check out startwithepic for more.

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    3 months ago
    1 hour 57 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 16. The Million Dollar Business Map — Your Path to Real Revenue

    In today’s episode, we dive deep into Chapter 5 of Epic Execution and its powerful companion course, The Million Dollar Business Map. Designed for founders, this course is the essential toolkit for building a business that not only launches but also works.


    Whether you're building a five-million-dollar SME or dreaming of the next unicorn, this episode shows why the first million in revenue is the ultimate rite of passage.


    Inside the episode and the course:

    • How to build your million-dollar plan with clarity — pricing, acquisition, and retention included.

    • Why “having a CFO” isn’t enough — every founder needs financial fluency to steer the ship.

    • Three practical worksheets from the course that force real-world traction and focus.

    • What most founders get wrong about traction — and why 100 paying customers is your real MVP.How to test if you're solving a problem worth solving, and why 10x solutions beat 10% tweaks.

    • The validation checklist: interviews, usage data, NPS, viral coefficients, and more

    • The mindset shift: stop guessing, start learning, and fall in love with your customer's pain, not just your idea.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.


    About the course:

    The Million Dollar Business Map is Course 5 in the Start With Epic curriculum — a hands-on, plain-English program guiding founders through business design, validation, and execution. Packed with templates, examples, and frameworks, it helps you build with intent and accelerate with confidence.


    👉 Enroll now at startwithepic.com and build the business you were meant to lead.


    Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with fellow builders.

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    3 months ago
    47 minutes 21 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 15. Know Who’s Who - The 3 Worksheets Every Founder Must Complete

    This week’s episode is about really knowing the who's who of your startup. It's based on the fourth course at StartWithEpic and the fourth chapter of David’s book, Epic Execution. 


    Founders often rush past the foundational work of deeply understanding their target audience. We break down the three critical worksheets from the Know Who’s Who course that every founder must complete before building or launching anything.


    You’ll learn:

    • Why customer empathy is the superpower behind great startups

    • How to align your personal mission with your customer’s deepest needs

    • What happens when founders skip real conversations with their audience

    • The value of specificity in customer profiles (and how it drives better messaging)

    • How emotional connection leads to loyalty, traction, and real product-market fit

    • Lessons from successful pivots that nailed this alignment


    This episode is not just about knowing your customer — it’s about understanding them so well that your product becomes the obvious solution.


    Epic Execution isn’t just a book — it’s a toolkit. Follow along at Start With Epic to access the course and complete the worksheets yourself.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.


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    3 months ago
    51 minutes 50 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 14. Obsess Over the Customer Problem

    In today's episode, focusing on the course "Obsess over the Customer Problem," David and Mike explore one of the most mission-critical aspects of building a successful business: understanding your customer’s problem both superficially and deeply.


    Listeners will gain powerful insights into defining effective problem statements that build trust, why market sizing using TAM, SAM, and SOM is more than just investor fodder, and how to uncover the root causes behind customer pain points. David and Mike also unpack how to validate whether customers are willing to pay for your solution, and why that matters more than any feature you build.


    This conversation explores the founder’s journey from assumptions to insight, emphasising the role of smart capital allocation, strategic communication, and customer-driven product development. It’s about shifting from selling a product to creating real value.


    Key takeaways for founders:

    • The problem is the product — nothing else matters if you don’t understand it.

    • A sharp problem statement can unlock customer trust and team alignment.

    • Root cause analysis is your unfair advantage in product design.

    • Willingness to pay is the real market test, not just feedback.

    • Excellent communication helps customers feel understood and engaged.

    • Data-rich customer insights inform smarter capital decisions.

    • Value creation goes beyond features — it starts with the right questions.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators aiming to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.


    Enrol now https://www.startwithepic.com/products/courses/03-obsess


    Obsess over the Customer Problem

    Learn how to identify, size, and solve a meaningful problem with Chapter 3 of Epic Execution. A no-fluff course for founders who want to stop pitching ideas and start building what matters.


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    4 months ago
    52 minutes

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 13. Your Startup Grows as Fast as You Do

    What really separates great founders from the rest?


    In today's episode, focusing on the course Your Startup Grows as Fast as You Do, David breaks down the six core traits he’s seen time and again in the most successful founders: growth mindset, ambition, obsession, curiosity, work ethic, and conviction


    David and Mike dive deep into what it really takes to lead a startup through uncertainty, build trust through execution, and drive relentless progress — even when the odds are stacked against you.


    Top 5 Takeaways for Founders:


    1. The Six Traits That Matter Most

      Successful founders consistently demonstrate a growth mindset, ambition, obsession, curiosity, work ethic, and conviction, and these can all be developed.

    2. Execution > Ideas

      Customers, teams, and investors trust execution. It’s not about what you plan to do, it’s what you actually ship and learn from.

    3. Learning Is Your Superpower

      In the early stages, your ability to learn faster than competitors and alongside your customers is your most important metric.

    4. Conviction Needs Self-Awareness

      Strong beliefs drive progress, but great founders know when to question their own assumptions and adapt based on evidence.

    5. Discipline Builds Momentum

      Saying no to distractions and staying customer-focused helps you build the right product, not just a busy roadmap.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.


    If you want to go deeper, enrol at ⁠https://www.startwithepic.com


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    4 months ago
    46 minutes 41 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 12. John Hardy (Sales, Retail, Customer Engagement)

    In today's episode, David sits down with John Hardy, renowned sales strategist and customer engagement expert, for a deep dive into the critical foundations of sales, entrepreneurship, and team culture. Together, they explain why validating customer problems must precede any product launch and how direct customer conversations are the most powerful tool in product development.


    John shares battle-tested insights on the future of retail, the undeniable value of human connection in sales, and why AI will never replace empathy, belief, or charisma. The duo discusses how price versus value, first impressions, and effective capital allocation can make or break early-stage companies. With real-world examples, proven sales frameworks, and a passion for excellence, this episode serves as a masterclass on what it takes to build a successful sales team and drive business growth.


    Key Takeaways:

    • Validate customer problems before building solutions.

    • Sales starts with listening, preparation, and problem-solving.

    • Retail isn’t dead—it’s evolving.

    • Charisma and belief are irreplaceable in sales.

    • Team culture and capital discipline drive startup success.

    • Boards should enable, not hinder, execution.

    • Rejection is a learning opportunity, not a setback.

    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators seeking to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it effectively. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

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    5 months ago
    55 minutes 43 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 11. The Truth of Who You Are

    With the release of David Kenney’s new book Epic Execution: Speed Up, Scale Up & Level Up, this episode launches a powerful new series for founders ready to build businesses that matter. Joined by Mike Parsons, Co-Founder of Epic Execution & Serial Entrepreneur, David and Mike delve into Chapter One: The Truth of Who You Are — the critical foundation every entrepreneur must establish before building a high-growth company.


    They examine the emotional and strategic journey of HealthMatch founder Manuri Gunawardena, whose experience of being ghosted after a term sheet became a defining moment of clarity, resilience, and self-assessment.


    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • Why startups are the ultimate personal development journey

    • The Three Foundational Truths every founder must confront: Who you are, Why you're doing this, and What your real circumstances are

    • How to uncover your strengths, blind spots, and working style

    • Why your “who” may matter more than your “why”

    • How to build teams around your gaps — and why that’s your hidden superpower


    Whether in the idea stage or deep in scale mode, this episode is packed with honest insights, strategic frameworks, and lessons from the trenches to help you reflect, prepare, and execute with intent.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators aiming to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode features actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.


    If you want to go deeper, enrol at https://www.startwithepic.com

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    5 months ago
    43 minutes 56 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 10. Aly Madhavji (Blockchain, Technology, Investing)

    In today’s episode, David sits down with Aly Madhavji, Tech Entrepreneur and Blockchain Investor, to explore what truly sets successful founders apart. From the grit and resilience needed to thrive to the nuanced world of blockchain and crypto, this conversation uncovers the heart of effective startup execution.

    Aly shares his ideological entry into the crypto space and offers a candid take on what founders often get wrong and what they must get right. Together, David and Aly unpack the dual tracks of product development and fundraising, the evolving role of VCs, and how accelerators must shift to stay relevant.

    Whether you're a founder, investor, or simply fascinated by the future of startups and Web3, this episode delivers sharp insights and actionable wisdom on navigating the fast-paced world of innovation.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Founders need hunger, resilience, and clarity of purpose.

    • Blockchain holds massive potential when applied thoughtfully.

    • Execution post-fundraising is where most startups falter.

    • Tokens can build sticky, engaged communities.

    • Structured fundraising and investor updates are game-changers.

    • Accelerators must evolve to meet startups where they are.

    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators aiming to build companies, raise capital and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.

    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.





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    5 months ago
    58 minutes 18 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 9. Chris Yeh (Blitzscaling, Technology, AI)

    In this episode, Chris Yeh—entrepreneur, investor, and co-author of Blitzscaling—joins us for a dynamic conversation on navigating the evolving world of startups and technology. From his serendipitous entry into tech to shaping the future of business strategy, Chris shares timeless insights on adaptability, team alignment, and the power of storytelling in entrepreneurship.


    We explore how AI is transforming value creation, why unlearning past successes is essential, and what it truly means to execute epically. Chris also dives into mission-driven hiring, building a resilient company culture, and why understanding your customer is more vital than ever. 


    Key Takeaways:

    - Use AI to tackle previously unsolvable problems.

    - Focus on emotional storytelling to engage and inspire.

    - Prioritise adaptability and infinite learning.

    - Align and hire with clarity and purpose.

    - Build lasting relationships in a fast-changing world.

    - Strive for epic execution: remarkable outcomes delivered with style.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators aiming to build companies, raise capital and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.

    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

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    5 months ago
    59 minutes 7 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 8. Lisa Carmen Wang (Elite Athlete, Entrepreneurship, Mindset)

    In this week's episode we are joined by the Founder of Bad Bitch Empire and USA Hall of Fame Gymnast, Lisa Carmen Wang.


    David and Lisa explore the journey of transitioning from elite athletics to entrepreneurship, emphasising the importance of mindset, self-worth, and community support for female founders. Lisa shares insights from her experiences, including the challenges women face in fundraising and the significance of embracing one's value and power. The discussion also highlights the role of men in uplifting women and the need for a supportive environment in business.


    Lisa emphasises the importance of finding a niche in female empowerment, balancing customer feedback with personal intuition, and building a supportive community for female founders. She shares insights on activating feminine power in business, navigating social media, creating a positive team culture, and the resilience required to overcome challenges.


    The discussion culminates in defining what epic execution means in the context of entrepreneurship and personal growth.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators aiming to build companies, raise capital and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product Market Fit and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

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    6 months ago
    58 minutes 44 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 7. Chris Brycki (Finance, Capital Allocation, Investing)

    In this week's episode, we're joined by Chris Brycki, Founder and CEO of Stockspot, as he discusses his journey in the finance industry, the importance of focusing on a single product, and the challenges of capital allocation. Chris shares insights on how he built Stockspot as a digital investment advisor, emphasising the need for simplicity in finance and the importance of understanding customer needs.


    The conversation also touches on navigating market challenges and maintaining investor expectations while growing a startup. In this episode, Chris shares insights on the importance of mentorship, understanding customer needs, and the evolving role of a CEO. He emphasises the significance of building trust through transparency and the strategic advantages of depth over breadth in business. Chris discusses the importance of education before acquisition and the need to say no to maintain focus. 


    He concludes by defining Epic Execution as the ability to bring various stakeholders on a shared journey towards success.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators aiming to build companies, raise capital and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your path to Product-Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

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    6 months ago
    53 minutes 16 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 6. Neil Patel (Digital Marketing, SEO Strategies, Innovation)

    This week on the Epic Execution Podcast, we are joined by digital marketing legend Neil Patel. Discover how to overcome zero-click challenges and drive digital growth with cutting-edge SEO strategies, learn which content marketing tactics are thriving (and which ones have fallen by the wayside) in 2025, and explore innovative ways to leverage data, automation, and even interactive games to accelerate business growth.


    Whether you’re a startup founder or a seasoned marketer, this episode is your essential guide to mastering digital growth in 2025.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators who aim to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your path to Product-Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

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    6 months ago
    48 minutes 45 seconds

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    Ep 5. Trudy MacDonald (Talent, HR, Building High-Performance Teams)

    In this week's episode, we are joined by Trudy MacDonald, Founder of TalentCode HR and an Award-Winning Keynote Speaker.  The focus of the Podcast is Building High-Performance Teams for Business Success.


    Key points include what it means to lead effectively in 2025, which is very different from what it was a few years ago, and many leaders have been unable to make this transition successfully. The work environment has changed, and the expectations of staff have changed, yet what remains consistent is the need for highly motivated and engaged people who want to be high performers. Revisiting our ways of working and what we are focused on, many leaders are being pulled in too many directions, creating chaos and leading to burnout. Plus, engaging your business and teams in a reset for 2025 so you can establish high-performance habits and sustainable ways of working that get the best from your people. 


    The Epic Execution Podcast is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators who aim to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your path to Product-Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

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    1 hour 7 minutes 29 seconds

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    Ep 4. Diana Williams (Business Resilience, Female Market, Fernwood Fitness)

    This week, we're joined by Diana Williams, Founder and Chairman of the board at Fernwood Fitness. We discuss navigating entrepreneurial challenges, strategies for business resilience and success, leveraging AI in a bricks-and-mortar business model, capturing the female market and succession planning and leadership transition.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators who aim to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your path to Product-Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

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    6 months ago
    1 hour 8 minutes 37 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Ep 3. Bernie Brookes (Retail, Business Transformation, Leadership)

    Today we are joined by Bernie Brookes, a retail industry veteran with nearly 40 years of experience in leadership, operations and business transformation. Bernie shares his insights on how to develop the traits of a great leader and discusses strategies for managing ‘business as usual’ during times of transformation. His extensive experience and deep understanding of the retail landscape make this an episode not to be missed.


    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators who aim to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your path to Product-Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement.


    Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. We dive deep, asking the hard-hitting questions that unlock the secrets behind explosive growth, effective team leadership, strategic capital management, and groundbreaking product development. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.

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    6 months ago
    1 hour 29 minutes 3 seconds

    Epic Execution Podcast
    Epic Execution is the definitive podcast for entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators who aim to build companies, raise capital, and deploy it. Our central themes are team selection and leadership, validating your way to Product-Market Fit, and creating genuine customer value and enduring engagement. Hosted by David Kenney, we bring you unfiltered conversations with CEOs who have built extraordinary companies from the ground up. Each episode has actionable insights and strategies designed to maximise your business potential.