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Q&A with S&A
A realistic, light-hearted and insightful look into the world of business ownership.Q&A with S&A features the founders of Aintree Group, husband and wife team Shane and Andrea McKenna, in conversations with other business owners and industry experts about everything from the highs and lows o...
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Mainframes to Mentoring: Life After Leading the Accounting Revolution with Wayne Schmidt
In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Shane and Andrea sit down with Wayne Schmidt - global traveller, digital nomad, business mentor, and industry leader...
AI in Business: Security, Accuracy & Opportunity with Gus McLennan
In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Andrea and Shane chat with Gus McLennan, Co-Founder and CEO of Propella.ai, about how AI is reshaping professional se...
Finding Flow, Embracing Empathy & Owning Identity with Dr Jackie King
Dr. Jackie King joins Shane and Andrea to share how she discovered her purpose through empathy, both for herself and for others, and the journey of re...
Connection & Community: The Human Element of Hiring with Naomi Way
Naomi Way, Managing Director of Moss & Co Consulting, shares why genuine connection and community are key to attracting top talent. From arriving in A...
Advising with Empathy: Guiding Clients Through Turbulent Times with Lisa Britcliffe
Shane and Andrea chat with buyer and vendor advocate Lisa Britcliffe, who specialises in guiding people through property sales and purchases during ma...
Redefining Success to Prevent Burnout with Mel Kettle
In this episode, Shane and Andrea speak with leadership and communications strategist, best-selling author, and business consultant Mel Kettle. Mel op...
Why Brokers Are Still Essential (Despite What The Banks Say) with Miles Beamish
In this episode, Miles Beamish joins Shane and Andrea to explore how a love of numbers can drive meaningful impact, both professionally and personally...
Playing to Win: Financial Coaching That Levels the Field with Chris Risteski
In this episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with Chris Risteski, founder of itsagame, who shares how he is using sport and coaching principles to make...
Happy Helps: How Koala Kids Supports Children With Cancer with Amanda Mandie OAM
In this special episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with Amanda Mandie OAM, founder and Executive Director of locally based charity, Koala Kids. This c...
ENCORE: Making A Bigger Impact Through Structured Giving with Olivia Clark-Moffatt
🎧 This week we’re revisiting our episode with Olivia Clark-Moffatt from the Australian Communities Foundation!
As 30 June approaches, it’s the...
Decrypting Crypto: Education Over Speculation with Andrew McPhee
Cryptocurrency has captured mainstream attention since 2017, yet many wealth advisors still lack the knowledge to offer helpful advice to investors wh...
Tax-Nerds Talk Travelling with Nadia Fazli
In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Shane and Andrea sit down with Nadia Fazli - Chartered Accountant and Director at Aintree Group. Nadia shares how she...
Key Takeaways from Slipstream Connect Conference 2025
Shane and Andrea and the team from Aintree Group share their key takeaways, advice and insights from the 2025 Slipstream Connect conference.
Fi...
Working, Living & Starting A Family Across The Globe with Trung Le
In this episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with an Aintree Group Shareholder (and longtime family friend) Trung Le, who has come full circle in his ca...
Be Yourself, Be Kind, Be Courageous: Advice From Successful Women
In this special episode, we bring you a thought-provoking discussion from our 2025 International Women’s Day event.
Featuring an incredible pan...
From Tennis Pro to Chartered Accountant with Joseph Colaciello
Aintree Group Senior Manager Joseph Colaciello might be quiet around the office, but in this episode, he opens up about his career trajectory - from t...
Marketing Fundamentals & Sales Secrets with Matthew Whyatt
Shane and Andrea sit down with Matthew Whyatt, Founder & Chief Sales Strategist at Tech Torque, to break down the stigma around sales. They explore wh...
Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone & Changing Career in your 20s with Daniel Piciocco
In this heartfelt episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with Daniel Piciocco, a dedicated team member of Aintree Group who is embarking on a new adventur...
A huge thank you from Q&A with S&A - we'll see you in 2025!
We're taking a short break for the summer holidays.
New episodes of Q&A with S&A will return in February 2025!
In the meantime, you can ca...
Unpacking the Olympic Experience At Paris 2024 with Canoe Slalom Athlete Tristan Carter
What’s it like to compete at your first Olympics? In this episode, Australian Canoe Slalom athlete Tristan Carter reflects on his debut at Paris 2024,...
Helping Children Learn, Grow & Succeed with Eat Up
In this very special episode of Q&A with S&A, we’re thrilled to host Eat Up for another impactful workshop, where our team comes together to make over...
The Power of Practical Experience with Paul Martin
Shane and Andrea talk to Paul Martin discuss the parallels between their family-run business journeys and the benefits of getting hands-on practical e...
ENCORE: Battling Burnout & Prioritising Health with Gene Alessi - From The Vault
This week we're rewinding to one of our very early episodes with personal trainer and business owner Gene Alessi. Original air date: 5 February 2024....
Empowering Businesses with the Tools to Succeed with Doug Gibson
Shane and Andrea chat with Doug Gibson of Invictus Partners about their shared passion for empowering business owners with the tools and information t...
Moving Mayhem Part 2: Creating A Workspace That Strengthens Company Culture
In this second special edition episode of Q&A with S&A we chat to Shane and Andrea about how they intentionally kept culture in mind when designing th...
Moving Mayhem Part 1: Tips for Moving Office as a Small Business with Aintree Group
In this special edition episode of Q&A with S&A we chat to Shane, Andrea and Aintree Group team members about their big office move!
We'll be ba...
Running A Business With Your Spouse with Shane & Andrea McKenna
This time Shane and Andrea direct the questions at each other! After 25 years of marriage and 20 years of business partnership, they provide a bit of...
Spreading Sparkle, Choosing Joy & Accepting Yourself with Lynda Slavinskis
Lynda Slavinskis, founder of All The Doo Dah Day, shares her transformation from a high-level lawyer trapped on the treadmill of achievement to a joy-...
Asking For Opportunities & "Having A Go" with James Stephen
Shane and Andrea chat to Director of Aintree Group Wealth, James Stephen, about building the life and career you want by seeking out new opportunities...
Digital Marketing for Business Owners with Chelsea Scarlett & Laura Piciocco
Shane and Andrea sit down with Aintree Group's marketing team, Chelsea Scarlett and Laura Piciocco, to talk all things marketing - from going viral, t...
Exploring the Rewarding World of Family Law with Shalini Mendis
Shane and Andrea sit down with Shalini Mendis, Principal Family Lawyer at Fairbank Lawyers, who found her calling in Family Law early in her legal stu...
Advising Advisors, Mindset Management & Loving Las Vegas with Julie Pidgeon
Shane and Andrea’s long-time friend and business collaborator Julie Pidgeon shares the lessons from her experience working in business development and...
Building A Career As A Performer with Kristie Nguy
Melbourne theatre performer Kristie Nguy shares the life of a performer behind the scenes with Shane and Andrea, from parental support and post-auditi...
Making A Bigger Impact Through Structured Giving with Olivia Clark-Moffatt
Olivia Clark-Moffatt from the Australian Communities Foundation shares her passion for helping generous Australians make a bigger impact with their ch...
Podcasting, Production Management and Saying "Yes" to Things with David Hickford
David Hickford from Pot Plant Productions shares how passion, curiosity, and jumping at opportunities has led to a varied career in music, event plann...
Road to the 2024 Olympic Games with Canoe Slalom Athlete Tristan Carter
Shane and Andrea sit down with Tristan Carter, a Melbourne-born canoe slalom athlete, who talks about the long road preparing and qualifying for the 2...
Behind the Curtain with Ashley Tickell from Salty Theatre
Ashley Tickell, owner and co-founder of Salty Theatre, gives us a glimpse behind the curtain in the chaotic and magical world of musical theatre - fro...
Preparing for the 2024 Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show with Nadia Cole
Nadia Cole from Platylobium Landscape Designs shares what it's like prepping for her second Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, following a...
Navigating a Niche Career with Ryan Jeffery
Join Ryan Jeffery from 'Passionate about OSS' as he discusses finding a passion for a niche sector in the telecommunications industry and how he has a...
Career Longevity & Adapting to Change with Peter Gandolfo
Shane and Andrea chat to experienced lawyer and Director of Aintree Group Legal, Peter Gandolfo, about some of the key turning points in his storied c...