Hosted by davidmelse · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 100 episodes
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It’s time to talk business. Join David Melse every week as he talks to some of the most insightful and interesting business people in New Zealand
davidmelse hosts Across The Table With David Melse, a business show with 100 episodes published.
For episode 230, we sat down with Dr Tom Cawood, a remarkable Christchurch based serial entrepreneur and medical specialist who is leveraging e commerce growth to fund a massive environmental rescue mission. In this epis
For episode 229, we sat down with Curtis Fairweather, founder of Primal Pantry, to map out an absolute masterclass in online business scaling and relentless execution. We chart the incredible journey Curtis took from a s
For episode 228, David and Buddy go to the pub!
For episode 227, we sit down with Lucas Yeung, the co-founder of Invicta Financial, for a deep dive into his journey from being "young, dumb, and broke" to leading one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing financial services
For episode 226, we met up with Paul Szybiak to check out 3 different building sites across Christchurch, documenting each stage of the building process for a ROSEFERN home. We see a freshly demolished site, to a constru
For episode 225, we sat down with Simon Rolland for an exclusive interview about the new secret brand he has been building, ZURIX.CO.NZ. In his most personal conversation yet, Simon explains how this business aligns with
For episode 224, we met up with Tim Aldridge in Marlborough to tour PURO, the biggest cannabis farm in New Zealand. With over 60,000 plants, it’s something you have to see (and smell) to believe! In this mini episode of
For episode 223, we met up with Lucas Devotion at the newly completed ‘Fillin Holes’ mini golf course. 11 months ago, Lucas was on the podcast explaining his plan to turn an abandoned Christchurch city lot into a constru
For episode 222, David and Buddy sat down for the first new podcast episode of the year, announcing the end of the previous podcast format, and announcing an all new style for 2026. Rather than continuing the studio form
For episode 221, we sat down with Curtis Fairweather to dissect the exponential growth of his Tallow Skincare business, which launched only ten months ago and has scaled at a record-breaking pace. Curtis shares the core
For episode 220, we sat down with Diego Ramirez, an expert known for mastery in AI business automation. Diego shares an unprecedented and urgent message: his current technical skillset is on the verge of obsolescence. He
For episode 219, we sat down with James Wallace for an extraordinary and raw account of the business crisis that rocked his company over the last nine months. James offers a crash course in the true cost of scaling, reve
For episode 218, we sat down with Hayley Sharp, a certified breathwork facilitator, coach, and former corporate HR professional. Hayley shares her compelling journey from a 15-year corporate career—where she experienced
For episode 217, we sat down with Tim Bateman. From a highly respected professional rugby player who commanded the midfield to the founder of a rapidly-scaling wellness brand, Tim’s journey is a powerful study in discipl
For Episode 216, we sat down with Ellie Compton, a successful artist who merged her architectural background with her creative passion to build a highly structured, profitable enterprise. Ellie's professional journey dem
For episode 215 we sat down with Troy and Nic from Lead Head. What started as a few mates with an idea has grown into one of New Zealand’s most recognisable lifestyle brands, built on creativity, community and a good dos
For episode 214, we sat down with Daniel Lastovicka. From his family’s journey from Czechoslovakia to New Zealand to building a career as an Army officer, hunter, and endurance athlete, Daniel’s story is one of purpose,
For episode 213, we sat down with Mike Keast. From working on roofs at nine years old to running multiple successful roofing businesses, Mike’s story is one of consistency, resilience, and backing yourself through the up
For episode 212, we sat down with Nick Inkster. From mopping floors at 4am to running one of Christchurch’s most iconic hospitality groups, Nick’s story is one of grit, growth, and doing what it takes to make it happen.
For episode 211, we sat down with Sacha Coburn. From failing her first ballet exam to leading one of New Zealand’s most loved café brands, Sacha’s journey is full of grit, humility, and lessons in leadership that stick.
Tom
CEO · Jimmy Eat World
2 appearances on this show
Diego Ramirez
lead singer and guitarist
1 appearance on this show
Tim Bateman
professional rugby player and wellness brand founder
1 appearance on this show
Nic
palliative care Occupational Therapist · Divine Guidance Institute—Modern-Day Mystery School
1 appearance on this show
Troy
creator of Into the Abyss: Morbid Morsels · East New York
1 appearance on this show
Paul
licensed attorney in California and Tennessee · Green Gorilla Automation
1 appearance on this show
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