Iconic Women by Icon Group

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Iconic Women by Icon Group

​Icon Group is fortunate to have a huge number of talented women working across the organisation in many roles at different stages of their careers. In this podcast series, our Iconic Women and guests share the stories of their careers – how they identified opportunities, how they overcame challenges, and how they have lifted up others and been lifted themselves along the way.

  1. 20/09/2021

    Kolleen Kennedy – Varian President, Proton Solutions & Chief Growth Office

    In this episode we speak with Kolleen Kennedy – Varian President, Proton Solutions & Chief Growth Office . Kolleen has a clinical background in radiation therapy and medical physics and has been a prominent member of Varian since 1997. Prior to her current role, Kolleen was Corporate Executive Vice President and President of Varian Oncology Systems for seven years. She joined Varian as Marketing Manager for delivery systems and was promoted to manage Oncology Systems Marketing in 2001, and the engineering function in 2002. Today, Kolleen is responsible for growing Varian Proton Solutions offerings and overseas the company’s growth office seeking opportunities to deliver Varian technology to more people. In 2017 she was honoured with the Silicon Valley Business Journal Women of Influence award which recognises women who have had a major impact as executives, entrepreneurs and community leaders. Icon Group are proud to continue our long-term partnership with Varian to deliver the latest in radiation therapy technology and remain at the forefront of improving radiation therapy treatments and techniques for cancer patients globally.

    40 min

  2. 17/06/2021

    Jill and Leah Costello - ManUp! For Prostate Cancer

    In this episode, we speak with mother-daughter duo Jill and Leah Costello from ManUp! For Prostate Cancer, a charity established in 2010 by Brian and Jill Costello to educate men about prostate cancer and to create awareness about early detection and regular testing. After their loving husband and father Brian passed away from cancer in 2018, Jill and Leah continue their vital work by spending ten months on the road visiting more than 70 regional and rural communities educating men about prostate cancer and the need for regular testing to capture this disease in the early curable stages.

    1h 3m

  3. 19/05/2021

    Sophie Mepham PhD - Icon Group Executive Manager of Research

    In this special International Clinical Trials Day episode, we speak with Sophie Mepham PhD, Icon Group Executive Manager of Research. With more than 20 years of experience in oncology clinical research and a passion for delivering the best care possible, as close to home as possible through new and innovative cancer treatments, Sophie is committed to expanding oncology and haematology clinical trials across Australia, New Zealand and Asia.

    23 min

  4. 03/05/2021

    Paula Clark - Slade Health General Manager - Client Relations

    In this episode of the Iconic Women by Icon Group podcast, we chat with Paula Clark, General Manager of Client Relations for Icon's Compounding Division - Slade Health. Paula is responsible for building and maintaining long term relationships with hospital partners and helps drive the continual growth of the Compounding Division.

    26 min

  5. 25/03/2021

    Hannah Hardy-Jones - CEO/Founder of the Kite Program

    In this episode, we speak with Hannah Hardy-Jones, CEO and Founder of the Kite Program - a tailored microlearning app for wellbeing and mental health. After being diagnosed with postpartum bi-polar disorder, Hannah set out to create a practical solution for mums dealing with everyday challenges. Today, the Kite App continues to help mums and most recently, businesses and teams to support healthy and supportive workplaces.

    36 min

  6. 24/11/2020

    Sue Henshall - City Cancer Challenge CEO

    In this episode we speak with Sue Henshall - City Cancer Challenge Foundation CEO about her international career career working with organizations to accelerate solutions with lasting impact. Sue is currently leading The City Cancer Challenge Foundation which supports cities around the world as they work to improve access to equitable, quality cancer care. a city-based initiative built on the principle that cross-sector partnerships are critical to taking sustainable local actions with national impact.

    41 min

  7. 15/10/2020

    Bec Sbeghen - Icon Group Pharmacy Area Manager

    Iconic Woman and Pharmacy Area Manager Bec Sbeghen started her career with the company over ten years ago and since that time has continued to evolve her role within the wider Icon Group. Bec talks about the many opportunities that her career in pharmacy has opened up for her.

    22 min

  8. 14/08/2020

    Belinda Brosnan - Speaker, Author, Mentor.

    In this episode, we speak with Iconic Woman Belinda Brosnan, speaker, author and mentor. Belinda’s expertise lies in executive coaching, and fostering leadership skills. She is passionate about being a voice for those who don’t have one and has continued to play an integral part in the success of Icon Group’s very own leaders. Belinda is the facilitator of the Icon Group Founder's Forum for future leaders, a program dedicated to empowering the next generation of Iconic leaders and supporting participants to realise their potential and make the transition from ‘manager’ or ‘aspiring manager’ to ‘leader’.

    50 min
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​Icon Group is fortunate to have a huge number of talented women working across the organisation in many roles at different stages of their careers. In this podcast series, our Iconic Women and guests share the stories of their careers – how they identified opportunities, how they overcame challenges, and how they have lifted up others and been lifted themselves along the way.

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