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In this episode of Said in Concrete, host Estelle Clapham celebrates leadership, learning, and a shared passion for concrete with two exceptional guests.
Joel Brown, Principal Structural Engineer and Project Manager at WGA, brings expertise across diverse projects, from maritime infrastructure to renewable energy, with a niche in wind turbine foundation design. A/Prof Liza OâMoore, a Life Member and former National President of the Concrete Institute of Australia, shares insights from her 30+ years in structural design and her transformative impact on engineering education.
Together, they explore the natural leadership role of engineers, the importance of mentoring future talent, and why concrete jewelry might just be the ultimate sign of devotion to the industry. Donât miss this inspiring and fun conversation!
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In this episode of Said in Concrete, host Estelle Clapham is joined by two leaders driving innovation in asset managementâDaniel Anstice, Senior Technical Director at GHD, and Brodie Chan, Head of Asset Strategy at Port of Brisbane.
Former colleagues turned associates and friends, Daniel and Brodie share how their collaboration has shaped their careers and advanced asset renewal and life extension in the civil and maritime sectors. With Danielâs 28 years of experience and Brodieâs strategic expertise, they discuss navigating challenges, embracing opportunities, and shaping the future of asset management.
Tune in for an engaging conversation about professional growth, impactful partnerships, and the evolving industry landscape!
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In Part Two of this special Said in Concrete conversation, host Estelle Clapham continues her inspiring discussion with Echo Wang and Professor Shan Kumar.
In this episode, we dive deeper into the importance of collaboration, the challenges of implementing sustainable solutions, and how the blend of emerging ideas with decades of expertise is key to building a resilient future for concrete.
Tune in for the conclusion of this two-part series that celebrates experience, innovation, and the ever-evolving world of engineering.
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In this episode of Said in Concrete, host Estelle Clapham explores the powerful connection between fresh perspectives and seasoned expertise in the world of engineering.
Echo Wang, a senior professional at NTROâs Sustainability & Material Performance team, shares her experience transitioning from academia to industry, where sheâs driving innovations in low-carbon concrete and sustainable infrastructure.
Alongside her is Professor Shan Kumar, former National President of the Concrete Institute of Australia, who brings over 40 years of experience balancing groundbreaking industry projectsâlike Melbourneâs Eureka Towerâwith a passion for mentoring the next generation of engineers.
Together, they discuss how collaboration across generations, the synergy between research and practice, and a shared love for innovation are shaping the future of concrete. This is part one of a special two-part conversationâstay tuned!
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In this episode of Said in Concrete, host Estelle Clapham sits down with David Millar, CEO of the Concrete Institute of Australia, and Indira Vasikova, a PhD student at UTS researching low-carbon concrete solutions. Despite meeting for the first time, their conversation beautifully bridges generations, showcasing the value of connecting seasoned professionals with emerging talent.
They explore how the industry has evolved, the power of collaboration between government, industry, and academia, and the importance of nurturing the next generation of engineers to drive innovation. Plus, they discuss non-traditional paths into the concrete sectorâproving thereâs no one-size-fits-all route to success.
Itâs an inspiring discussion about sustainability, change, and a shared love for the âgrey stuffâ!
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In this episode of Said in Concrete, host Estelle Clapham is joined by two inspiring trailblazers shaping the future of the concrete industry. Diana Geaboc, Project Manager at Port of Brisbane, shares her experience delivering multi-million-dollar maritime infrastructure projects, while Professor Rebecca Gravina, TMR Chair of Structural Engineering at UQ, brings over 25 years of expertise in research and consulting.
Together, they explore the powerful synergy between academia and industry, celebrate their achievements, and discuss the lasting impact theyâre making in engineering. Tune in for an engaging conversation about their journeys, groundbreaking work, and the exciting future of concrete!
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In this episode of Said in Concrete, we sit down with Professor Vute Sirivatnanon and Dr Liam Martin to explore the unexpected paths careers can take and how research can drive real-world change. From mentoring the next generation to applying cutting-edge concrete durability insights, Vute and Liam share lessons from their journey and decades of expertise. Tune in for inspiration and practical advice!
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In this episode of Said in Concrete, weâre joined by Sachi Karunaratha and Satyajit Datar to explore how academia and industry can work together to create real-world solutions. From sustainable innovations like rubberised concrete to decades of engineering expertise shaping major infrastructure, we discuss career opportunities, seizing the moment, and building a more sustainable future. Donât miss it!
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In the first episode of Said in Concrete, weâre joined by two remarkable professionals from BG&EâDak Baweja, and Irene Susanto.
Together, Dak and Irene explore the power of cross-generational collaboration, where decades of expertise meet fresh perspectives. We discuss their unique dynamic, the industryâs evolving stance on refurbish vs. rebuild, and how sustainability remains central to concrete engineering.
From sharing career-shaping lessons to solving complex challenges and even bonding over a shared love of Rosé, this episode highlights the enduring value of mentorship, collaboration, and innovation in the concrete industry. Tune in for a conversation full of insights, inspiration, and shared passion for pushing boundaries in engineering.
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Coming 5th December 2024!
The Concrete Institute of Australia's NexGen team is thrilled to launch our new podcast series, Said in Concrete. Produced by SmartCrete CRC, this podcast shines a spotlight on all thing concrete!
In this first season, we have brought together and amazing lineup of guests representing both the next generation of changemakers and seasoned experts. Together, we'll dive into their career journeys, ambitions, lessons learned and hopes for the future.
