The Glass Ceiling

In this episode of The Glass Ceiling, Marissa Hankinson speaks with Rebekah Tucker — a globally experienced business leader with a sharp strategic mind and a grounded leadership style. Rebekah shares insights from her international career, including the importance of cultural intelligence, purpose-driven decision-making, and how to stay connected to what really matters as a leader. From corporate growth to personal evolution, this ...

In this episode of The Glass Ceiling, Marissa Hankinson speaks with Oliver Ciancio — a mergers and acquisitions specialist helping businesses navigate complex deals, strategic growth, and high-stakes decisions. Oliver shares what really goes on behind closed boardroom doors — from preparing a business for sale to acquiring companies for growth. Whether it’s a family-run business or a major corporate entity, Oliver brings clarity to...

In this episode of The Glass Ceiling, Marissa Hankinson speaks with George Belpario, the founder of Fasta Pastaone of South Australia’s most recognisable hospitality success stories.

George shares how he turned one humble pasta restaurant into a multi-location operation across the state. From the early days of hands-on hustle to navigating the challenges of growth in a dynamic industry, this episode explores what it takes to build ...

In this episode of The Glass Ceiling, host Marissa Hankinson sits down with Cassie Day, a seasoned entrepreneur, business leader, and dedicated carer. Cassie shares her journey of building a purpose-driven business while juggling the demands of family life, being a carer, and maintaining her own wellbeing.

Through candid reflections, she discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the realities of balancing professional ambition ...

Meet Sam Quist, the entrepreneur bringing pickleball to Australia and making a difference in the sports industry. With a family legacy in tennis and a passion for innovation, Sam is manufacturing equipment and apparel for the fast-growing sport while working with schools to promote its inclusive benefits. Tune in for an insightful conversation on turning a vision into reality, the power of family influence, and the future of sports...

• The emotional journey of coping with family sui...

• Her family's incredible journey and the lessons learned al...

Join us for a insightful conversation with Samantha Boardman, a renowned spending expert who's helped countless individuals and families manage their finances effectively. Samantha shares her unique approach to money management, emphasising that it's not about how much you earn, but how you manage it.

In this episode, Samantha dives into:

• Her personal journey and how she became a spending expert
• The common mistakes people ma...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with James Begley, founder of PickStar and former AFL player. James shares his raw and relatable journey of struggling to find his purpose after retiring from professional sports. He opens up about the challenges he faced, from feeling lost to finding his niche and building a successful business.

In this episode, James dives into:

• His transition from professional sports to entrepreneursh...

We delve into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship with Rebecca Paris. From starting her first business at 22 to becoming the Managing Director of multiple ventures, Rebecca has carved a unique path in the hospitality and training sectors.

Discover how Rebecca navigated through economic shifts and identified unfulfilled niches in the market, leading to the creation of successful ventures like Australian Native Food Co, The Little ...

Meet Roann Junio, the driven Director, Founder & CEO of Cobber Technologies. Fueled by a desire to empower communities and fight inequality, Roann draws inspiration from both his Filipino heritage and adopted Australian culture. Inspired by the spirit of "Bayanihan" (communal unity) and "Mateship" (camaraderie).

Roann has built Cobber Technologies - a revolutionary platform designed to shape a new era of peer-to-peer connection...

In this episode, join Directors and Founders Johanna Herrera and Marissa Hankinson as they share the story of how Wavebreaker came to be. Discover the passion and drive that led them to create a company focused on helping podcasters achieve real success.

Adelaide's video podcasting scene is also evolving, thanks to a new partnership between Wavebreaker and PodBooth. Established in 2018, PodBooth offers a state-of-the-art video podc...

In this episode, join Directors and Founders Johanna Herrera and Marissa Hankinson as they share the story of how Wavebreaker came to be. Discover the passion and drive that led them to create a company focused on helping businesses achieve real success through video podcasting.

Adelaide's video podcasting scene is also evolving, thanks to a new partnership between Wavebreaker and PodBooth. Established in 2018 by Rory Noke, PodBoot...

In this episode, Lisa Pritchard opens up about her deep-rooted passion for helping businesses succeed. With over two decades of experience in the taxation field, Lisa shares her journey of working with countless entrepreneurs at various stages of their business lifecycle. From the excitement of start-ups to the challenges of growth and the complexities of transitioning out, Lisa has seen it all.

Discover what drives Lisa's unwaveri...