Business Focus

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melissa.hoarau@firstfocus.com.au

sales@firstfocus.com.au

support@firstfocus.co.nz

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Winning More Construction Tenders with Better Data and AI | AI Investment Fund NZ

October 12, 2026

Fitzgerald Construction General Manager and Quantity Surveyor Charlie Evans joins us to discuss how AI could help the business respond to more tenders, improve bid quality and protect commercial margins.With around 80% of Fitzgerald Construction’s work coming through tendering, the process can place significant pressure on a small team, particularly when large volumes of tenders arrive at once.In this conversation, Charlie explains how the business currently manages tender responses, where ca...

How AI Is Changing the Future of Accounting | AI Investment Fund NZ

September 28, 2026

Craig Nevatt from DNA Accountants joins us to discuss the firm’s winning AI initiative through the AI Investment NZ fund.With $20,000 in funding, DNA Accountants is developing an AI-powered review assistant designed to identify inconsistencies, omissions and errors in accounts, tax returns and supporting documents before they reach a manager for formal review.The potential impact is significant: saving 30–45 minutes per engagement, reducing rework, improving turnaround times and creating more...

Dr Jason Fox on Staying Relevant in Uncertain Times | IT Nation Sydney 2026

September 23, 2026

Brendan and Ross catch up with Dr Jason Fox at IT Nation ANZ 2026 to explore why wisdom and discernment matter more than ever in an age of rapidly advancing AI. Jason discusses the “midwit trap” and how large language models can create an inflated sense of expertise, even when their answers sound convincing.They also explore how to think beyond purely rational systems, how leaders can create stability during uncertain times, and why doubt can be evidence of genuine thinking. The conversation ...

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How do I get in touch with Business Focus?

Business Focus is hosted by Brendan Ritchie. Its publicly listed emails are melissa.hoarau@firstfocus.com.au, sales@firstfocus.com.au, and support@firstfocus.co.nz. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Business Focus?

The publicly listed emails for Business Focus: melissa.hoarau@firstfocus.com.au, sales@firstfocus.com.au, and support@firstfocus.co.nz.

How many listeners does Business Focus have?

Podseeker estimates Business Focus reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Business Focus?

Business Focus typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Technology leaders, business executives, transformation practitioners, domain experts, and specialists with practical experience implementing AI, automation, cybersecurity, or operational improvements. Common among recent guests: Leading or implementing a meaningful technology or AI transformation; Demonstrated business outcomes from automation or digital adoption; Recognized expertise in technology leadership, innovation, or organisational change. Recent guests include Craig Nevatt, Dr Jason Fox, and Adam Spencer.

How hard is it to get booked on Business Focus?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Business Focus cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Cybersecurity. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.