Contributors

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Sumith Dissanayake

Season 3 | CFO Catalyst: Navigating the Intersection of Technology and Finance


Recognised as one of Australia’s top three podcasts for public accountants, BTBR began with Sumith’s shift from accounting to business ownership.


“It was challenging,” Sumith reflects, “moving from a commercial accountant to a client-facing sales and marketing role.”


What started as a platform for finance professionals has evolved. Season two expanded to include business leaders and leadership topics, and season three focuses on CFO strategies in today’s volatile business environment.


Hosting BTBR has impacted Sumith’s career. “Co-hosting and eventually hosting took my career to new heights,” he shares, gaining confidence and invaluable lessons from successful guests.

https://brisca.com.au/our-team/

Guests

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Jarrod Magee, CFO of Sapia.ai

Jarrod Magee is the CFO of Sapia.ai, a pioneering AI company revolutionising recruitment through smarter, faster, and more inclusive hiring solutions. With over 15 years in finance leadership, Jarrod brings a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on expertise to the tech sector.


His career spans 7+ years in high-growth AI, SaaS, and technology companies, complemented by 8 years in professional services consulting. Before joining Sapia.ai, Jarrod served as Deputy GM for APAC at Afiniti Inc. and as CFO at ASX-listed LiveTiles Limited.


Jarrod has extensive international experience building businesses across Asia Pacific, negotiating multi-million-dollar enterprise deals, and engaging with key ASX stakeholders. As a Chartered Accountant, he focuses on data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration, and cultivating transparent, success-oriented team cultures.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrod-magee/

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Manuel Nesta Chief Financial Officer | acQuire

About Manuel Nesta

Manuel Nesta is an experienced executive and portfolio CFO at acQuire Technology Solutions, a division of Constellation Software Inc (TSX: CSU). 


At acQuire, a global software company with products in natural resources and ESG sectors across four continents, Manuel leads financial reporting, tax, and corporate governance. He drives M&A initiatives from selection to integration, focusing on sustainable growth. Manuel has built strong finance teams across diverse jurisdictions throughout his career in public practice, aviation, and technology. 


He holds a Graduate Diploma in Chartered Accounting, a bachelor's in economics, an MBA, and credentials in Business Valuation. Manuel is a values-driven leader who develops strong stakeholder relationships while maintaining high professional standards.


https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-nesta-07a45221/?originalSubdomain=au
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Martin Gyde - The Gordon Ramsay of Finance

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Martin is a strategic leader who has a track record of building sustainable business growth & strong relationships. He works collaboratively to inspire high performing teams with a winning 'can do' attitude. Martin is an expert in solving difficult business problems and leading turnarounds across manufacturing, FMCG, retail, and wholesale distribution. He has extensive operational knowledge having lead sales, marketing, supply chain, finance, IT & HR teams. CA qualified, he is a strong influencer at SLT & board level who leads teams through change & growth journeys.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-gyde-05833478/
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Scott Walkinshaw, CFO of New North Feed

Scott Walkinshaw is an experienced Chief Financial Officer with extensive expertise in the mining services industry. His skillset spans internal audit, company secretarial work, accounting, GAAP, and statutory reporting. Scott brings valuable experience in M&A transactions from the buy side and has successfully integrated subsidiaries post-acquisition.


He's a graduate of the AICD Company Directors Course with board experience across both not-for-profit and commercial entities. 


Scott holds an MBA from The University of Western Australia and combines strategic vision with practical financial leadership. 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-walkinshaw-6b589890/