Menslink Midweekers

David Pocock - September 2024

This episode comes from our 2024 Business Breakfast speaker, Senator David Pocock. Having migrated from Zimbabwe with his family as a teenager, David went on to captain the Wallabies and Vice-Captain the Brumbies as part of a stellar rugby career in which he has been awarded for leadership on and off the field. With a Masters in Sustainable Agriculture, David also has a track record as a powerful advocate on issues ranging from climate to marriage equality. He has been involved in multiple small businesses and has co-founded numerous not-for-profit community initiatives in Australia and overseas, including with his wife Emma. In 2021, David attended the COP26 climate summit and led The Cool Down campaign that saw over 470 Australian athletes from 40+ sports call on the Australian Government to lift its ambition on climate change. Upon returning home, he announced his run as the community-endorsed Independent Senate candidate for the ACT. After campaigning on a platform of integrity, doing politics differently and making Canberra count, David was successfully elected at the 21 May 2022 Federal Election. Enjoy. Help support Menslink: https://menslink.org.au/donate/ [https://menslink.org.au/donate/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Andy Friend - August 2024

In this Midweeker, held in August 2024, we heard from Andy Friend who has over 30 years of experience in the high-performance world of professional coaching, having a demonstrated history of achieving success, working with both teams and individuals to maximise their potential. His roles have included Director of Rugby for Irish province Connacht, the Australia Sevens team, the Brumbies in Super Rugby, English club Harlequins, and Canon Eagles & Suntory Sungoliath in the Japanese Rugby Union Top League. Enjoy. Help support Menslink: https://menslink.org.au/donate/ [https://menslink.org.au/donate/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Omar Muscat - June 2024

In this Midweeker, held in June 2024, we heard from Omar Muscat, a well-known face in Canberra’s hospitality scene. Omar is the owner of some of Canberra’s favourite venues including Urban Pantry Manuka, Double Shot & Locale Pizzeria in Deakin, and Little Sutton Bakehouse. After more than 30 years in the game, Omar knows how to fuel hungry Canberrans with great hospitality experiences. He is passionate about providing exceptional customer experiences and building communities around the fun and warm atmosphere of his cafés and restaurants. No matter how much Omar has on his plate you’ll still find him behind the coffee machine hustling in peak hour.  Enjoy. Help support Menslink: https://menslink.org.au/donate/ [https://menslink.org.au/donate/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Peter Gordon - April 2024

In this Midweeker, held in April 2024, we heard from Peter Gordon, CEO of Hands Across Canberra. At the time, Peter had been with the Foundation since its inception providing valuable leadership and using his extensive network to create change in the community sector. Over the years, Peter has established a reputation for assisting organisations to grow, prosper and achieve value for their stakeholders. As a Senior Public Servant and consultant, Peter has had a career in economic and business development, entrepreneurship and community engagement. Peter has been an important part of the Menslink journey, so it was great to welcome him to speak at a Midweeker. Enjoy. Help support Menslink: https://menslink.org.au/donate/ [https://menslink.org.au/donate/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Duncan Brede - Menslink Big Night Out - March 2024

In this episode, we share a special moment from our annual Menslink Big Night Out, where Duncan Brede spoke. Duncan is a well-known Canberran. He is currently CEO of his family business, National Capital Motors Group, and he also represented the ACT in Cricket for many years in the 90s and 2000s. Duncan was invited to speak at the Big Night Out to share the tragic story of his brother's suicide in 2023 and reflect on how Menslink's work can help young guys in their darkest times.  Help support Menslink: https://menslink.org.au/donate/ [https://menslink.org.au/donate/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.