Season 16
The Global Interview season 16 is a little different from our previous season. We dedicated this season to Business Strategy, sharing the challenges our Creatives, Leaders and Thinkers had in their personal and business life since Covid-19. We also included a very reflective, resilient and inspiring story of Chris McGale and his brother Paul McGale.
“Success to me is a very personal thing. It is being at a point where you are comfortable in your own shoes and life. If you are comfortable with who you are and what you are doing, I feel you've succeeded in life.”
Suzette Bailey
Suzette Bailey
CEO and Co-Founder of SimpleMarketing.AI & CEO of Sensory7 Pty Ltd
Suzette Bailey is the CEO and Co-Founder of SimpleMarketing.AI and CEO of Sensory7 Pty Ltd.
Suzette is a bioscience graduate who built a successful multi-million dollar Australian IT company, which celebrated its 21st birthday last year as a recognised leader in delivering information and records management services to government and businesses.
As a CEO, she has led the development of an AI Content Engine, which generates unique and original marketing content. Their AI content engine writes a range of content for their customers, including blog, LinkedIn and Facebook posts.
“You are going to make mistakes, but you will learn from them and not make them again.”
Rebecca Markey
Rebecca Markey
Chief Executive at IFP Media
Rebecca Markey is the Chief Executive at IFP Media Ltd, and she joined the company 19 years ago.
She has over 23 years of experience in providing expertise in management, marketing, campaign planning, event management, branding and media.
After winning publishing company of the year, Rebecca led the launch, in 2017, of two new specialist divisions in IFP Media Ltd – Content Hub and Full House Events. Content Hub provides content creation services to clients, while Full House Events provides award-winning event management services, from concept to completion.
“Being confident enables you to contribute to the best of your potential. When you're not happy, it's time to move on.”
Travis Jones
Travis Jones
Director of Enablement & Events at Autodesk
Travis Jones, Director of Enablement & Events at Autodesk, oversees the development of sales enablement training, events execution and programming for more than 15,000 Autodesk employees globally.
He has won numerous awards for his leadership, innovative programming, and unconventional approaches to training.
He is a member of the Association of Talent Development (ATD), Sales Enablement Society, eLearning Guild, and the Masie Learning Collaborative.
“I described as my George Best moment, I went on sabbatical from Merrill and never went back. I had burnt out, doing too much of what I called 'the too muches,' a never-ending cycle of long days, late nights, booze, gambling, and a need to win in my City job. I had become the person I never wanted to be – even I didn't like me.”
Chris McGale
Chris McGale
Bestselling Author & Founder of Tyrone Capital Partners Ltd
Chris McGale is the author of the best selling memoir The Million Dollar Irishman – From John Street to Wall Street.
Chris is the Founder and Managing Director of Tyrone Capital Partners Ltd. His career includes the position of Managing Director & Country Manager of Merrill Lynch, Ireland.
Chris now lives in London with his wife and four teenage children, but he grew up with ‘The Troubles’ in Northern Ireland.
“Nothing beats hands-on experience, and often by including more people at an earlier stage of planning, you cannot only help troubleshoot potential problems but help keep communication flowing. Success is something that is better when it's shared.”
Sharon Casey
Sharon Casey
Innovation Manager at Virgin Media Television
Sharon is a creative and passionate futurist who specialises in media innovation.
Sharon has extensive experience in Media Sales across a number of different advertising mediums - newspapers, magazines, radio, television and podcasts; the majority spent specialising in sponsorship, promotions, branded content, product placement, advertiser-funded programming, events, digital and social.
Sharon has used her creativity, authenticity, steadfastness, and unrivalled knowledge to create and execute best-in-class brand partnerships.
“Know deep down your own values, beliefs and skills about yourself and your chosen field. Look for open doors, use your network and don't hesitate in contacting people and asking questions. Most people are happy to help someone if asked genuinely.”
Anna Letitia Cook
Anna Letitia Cook
International Career Development and Wellness Coach at YogaVeda Well Ltd
Anna Letitia Cook is an international career development, corporate and personal wellness coach, author, speaker and radio presenter. She is a business English teacher, native fluency and cross-cultural integration coach for non-native English speakers.
She is passionate about international career development and wellness, mentoring clients in finding clarity, energy and fulfilment in their life choices, focusing on holistic health and success.
“Success is freedom. Freedom to work on what you want and be truly creative. Embrace change and keep learning. Don't be a jerk.”
Erica Haims
Erica Haims
International Creative Marketing Producer
Erica Haims is an international creative marketing operations producer and evangelizer of the localization industry.
She sits at the intersection between marketing content and localization production. She is a former Manager of Content Production at Apple, focusing on the globalization of digital marketing assets.
In 2020, Erica served as Board Sponsor, Marketing for Women in Localization.
“When you are a business owner, you suddenly become the person responsible for finance, HR, compliance etc., so it can be daunting. Secure the correct advice, know when to ask for help and set realistic goals and objectives - this puts you in the best position to succeed. Always remember, you are stronger than you know!”
Fiona Whelan
Fiona Whelan
CMO, Sponsorship Director & Marketing Consultant
Fiona Whelan is an experienced marketing leader, working directly with brands and organisations that scale.
Fiona has a wide range of marketing experience, working with large brands and growing start-up companies.
Fiona holds a Masters in Digital Marketing and Analytics. She is the Chief Marketing Officer, Abodoo, Director of Sponsorship, Swim Ireland, and Director at Brand Fusion Studio.