Presented by DiUS – where growth, grit, and bold ideas collide to uncover the human side of innovation.
Join us each fortnight as we dive into the journeys of trailblazers shaping the future of technology. Through engaging conversations, we’ll explore career highs and lows, groundbreaking ideas, and the challenges of leading in a rapidly evolving industry.
Whether you’re navigating your own tech trajectory or looking for fresh insights, this podcast is your go-to for inspiration, connection, and actionable takeaways.
Chris is all about bringing big ideas to life. With a career spanning marketing, sales, and account management, he’s spent nearly a decade helping businesses navigate the fast-moving world of tech. A natural storyteller, Chris loves uncovering the human side of innovation—diving into the wins, challenges, and unexpected turns with Tech Trajectory guests. Off the mic, he’s a proud girl dad, a die-hard sports fan, and a musician (in a past life).
Kavita thrives at the intersection of people, technology, and game-changing ideas. With a background in product and delivery across industries like fintech, aviation, and retail, she knows what it takes to turn vision into reality. On Tech Trajectory, she’s here to unpack the stories behind the breakthroughs—bringing curiosity, insight, and a customer-first mindset. Beyond tech, she’s a baking enthusiast, a champion for inclusive digital experiences, and a devoted pet parent to her labra-daughter and feline crew.
Alex Young is an innovation leader and mentorship advocate with a background in technology, workforce transformation, and social impact. As an industry fellow at RMIT and a senior leader at organisations like Oculo, Medibank, and the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood, Alex has driven meaningful change through mentoring and innovation. His career spans startups, corporate leadership, and community initiatives, with a focus on empowering emerging leaders and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Amir Ansari is a design and experience leader with over 25 years of experience building and leading design teams across startups and enterprises. From roles at Transpire and DiUS to his current position as Chief Experience Officer at Academy Xi, Amir has made it his mission to embed human-centred design as a strategic function within organisations. Known for his pragmatic, people-first approach to leadership, he’s passionate about capability uplift, organisational maturity, and mentoring the next generation of design leaders.
Fiona Rose is a transformational leader with more than 20 years of experience driving strategic change across public and private sectors. As CEO of Fitness Passport, she’s scaling one of Australia’s most unique digital wellbeing platforms—shaping product and technology strategies that deliver measurable health outcomes. Fiona’s known for her blend of commercial focus, customer-centricity, and people-first leadership. Outside the office, she’s a proud mum to four teenagers and a big fan of running, swimming, and netball.
Pete Cohen is a systems innovator and collaboration strategist with a diverse background in tech, psychology, and music. As a consultant at Vibrance and a development partner at RMIT, Pete works with senior leaders to foster innovative cultures and solve complex business challenges. His career journey has seen him transition from being a professional musician to a leader in creative problem-solving within the tech industry.
Roby Sharon-Zipser is a purpose-driven tech founder and business leader with a focus on innovation, digital transformation, and empowering small businesses. As the CEO and Co-Founder of hipages Group, he has led the growth of Australia’s largest online tradie marketplace and launched tools like Tradiecore to help tradies streamline their work and scale their businesses. Roby’s career spans startup growth, product development, and leadership in high-growth environments, all underpinned by a belief in technology’s power to simplify work and create better outcomes for people.