Owner to Owner Podcast
The boldest podcast for Aussie SMEs.
Welcome to the Owner to Owner Podcast, the top Australian podcast for small business owners ready to grow and improve their operations.
Each episode features fellow SME owners and expert business advisers sharing real-world stories and actionable lessons learned. Tune in for practical advice on tackling everyday challenges—from staff management and financing growth, to personal motivation and business exit planning.
Join your host, Michael Kerr (MBA, Business Broker & Registered Business Valuer), and his guests for insightful conversations that will help you get more from your small business.
Wear Your Message: Warwick Levy on Art, Culture, and Independent T-Shirts
Warwick Levy, founder of the ethical and independent streetwear brand Lonely Kids Club, joins the Owner to Owner podcast to discuss 15 years of staying true to independent values, battling massive corporate retail counterfeiting, and championing local sustainable production. Tune in for an inspiring...
Three Successful Exits - what this ex M&A lawyer learned about Earnouts: Tony Simmons:
In this episode of the Owner to Owner podcast, entrepreneur, builder, and former M&A lawyer Tony Simmons joins Michael to discuss his transition from corporate law to tech entrepreneurship, navigating business exits, and the hidden traps of earnouts and deal structures.
People First, Technology Second: Building Uptake Digital- Brenton Johnson
Discover how Brenton Johnson built Uptake Digital into a purpose-driven Managed Service Provider that prioritises human-centric company culture over massive scale. Tune in to learn actionable strategies for small businesses to navigate digital transformation, embrace AI, and build resilient tech tea...
The Hidden Cost of Too Much Technology in Small Business: Elise Balsillie
In this episode, Michael and Elise Balsillie (Head of Thryv ANZ) reveal why complex technology stacks are driving small business burnout instead of creating freedom. Discover actionable strategies to simplify your systems, solve your biggest operational headaches, and build a profitable business tha...
Why More Graduates Are Buying Businesses Instead of Starting Them: Bill Lang
Small Business Australia Chair Bill Lang joins Michael Kerr to explore the rising trend of entrepreneurship through acquisition and how AI is rapidly shifting the landscape for modern solopreneurs. Tune in for expert insights on buying established businesses, managing cash flow, and future-proofing ...