Leading Conversations
With Vice-Chancellor Alex Zelinsky
What does it take to lead with purpose? Join our Vice-Chancellor as he sits down with alumni who are redefining success in their fields. From groundbreaking ideas to bold career moves, hear the stories behind their achievements. Discover the moments that changed everything and connect with the remarkable people shaping our global community of 200,000 alumni.
Episode 7 — Taras Kravtchouk
Coming in August 2026.
Episode 6 — Storm Menzies
What does it mean to design beauty products with disability in mind? Storm Menzies, founder of ByStorm Beauty, shares her vision to bring beauty to all.
Episode 5 — Chris Sampson
There’s never been a better time to innovate. Tiliter’s co-founder and co-CEO Chris Sampson explains how rapid experimentation and access to information are creating unprecedented opportunities.
Episode 4 — Samantha Martin-Williams
Balance matters. In this episode, Samantha Martin‑Williams shares why understanding different student needs creates better outcomes now and long after graduation.
Episode 3 — Frances Kay
How does research developed in a lab create real community benefit? Vice-Chancellor Alex Zelinsky speaks with alumna and HMRI CEO Frances Kay about how the University of Newcastle shaped her commitment to research that serves the community.
Episode 2 — Tarun Gupta
How do you go from postgrad study to CEO? Vice-Chancellor Alex Zelinsky speaks with alumnus and Stockland CEO Tarun Gupta about how an MBA accelerated his career.
Episode 1 — Ed Close
From campus life to corporate leadership. Vice-Chancellor Alex Zelinsky speaks with alumnus and nib CEO Ed Close about his journey.