No Career Journey
Is a Straight Line

In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn speaks with Roger Black — Olympic silver medallist, World and European champion in the 400m and 4x400m relay. Roger shares his journey from competing with a heart condition to racing legends like Michael Johnson, Edwin Moses, and Antonio Pettigrew.

In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Sophie Gollifer, Radio Presenter at Gold 905 FM and two-time national athlete who made Singapore sports history as Sports School's first-ever national champion. From becoming a Singaporean citizen at 13 to make history, to navigating a pivotal career transition at 16, to building a thriving broadcasting career while competing at HYROX World Championships. Sophie shares her journey of discipline, reinvention and sustainable high performance.

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners sits down with John Dykes, World Renown Broadcaster as he takes us on a journey from London to Hong Kong, exploring his early days abroad, a career in advertising, journalism, and broadcasting, and eventually transitioning to entrepreneurship.

In this inspiring episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Natalie Dau, a Guinness World Record-holding ultramarathon runner who ran 1,000KM across Asia for charity. Natalie shares how she transformed corporate success into a mission of mental resilience, discipline, and purpose-driven philanthropy through her global initiative Project 1000, raising awareness and funds for women’s and children’s causes. This conversation dives deep into the mindset of endurance athletes, the power of consistency and grit, and how one woman turned pain into purpose to redefine what’s possible in sport, business, and life.

In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Dr. Shireen Henry, Physician & Director of Operations at MATTER, Singapore. From growing up between apartheid South Africa and Scotland, to fighting her way into medical school against the odds, to leading Covid emergency response for thousands stranded in Kazakhstan, Dr. Shireen shares her extraordinary journey and the philosophy that drives everything she does.

In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Dr. Vicki Rogers, Educational Psychologist and Founder of Champion Coaching & Consulting. From teaching for 17 years at the school she attended as a student, to leaving a classroom she "couldn't walk past for five years," Dr. Rogers shares her transformation journey and the profound realization that led her to pioneer executive functioning coaching.

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Chiara Bartoletti, COO at Eightstone Multi-Family Office. She shares her career journey, how the business was formed and the approach to the regulatory framework that is required to run an established MFO in Singapore. We learn what sets them apart as a Wealth Manager as they look to grow their presence in Asia.

Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, discusses with Dominique Jooris as he shares his banking and finance journey. From a Diversified Banking Training Program in London to running Debt Capital Markets in Tokyo and transitioning to Private Banking, we discuss career progression, leadership, and mentorship. Discover insights on Private vs. Investment Banking, skill maximization, partnership-led banks, and the importance of health and sport. Learn about his current venture in the Multi-Family Office Industry and tips for self-development, network management, and career mobility.

In this episode, Fabiana shares her incredible journey through the financial landscapes of Italy, Japan, New York, and London. Discover how she navigated her way to becoming one of the top 100 most influential women in finance in Europe today! Tune in as they discuss: The challenges and triumphs of a global career in finance Insights into sustainable investment strategies The importance of mentorship and leadership in the industry Fabiana's personal reflections on success and influence

Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners speaks with Philip Kunz, Group Market Head, starting with an apprenticeship in the UK and leading to a pivotal role in Singapore's thriving private banking sector. Discover how money acts as a facilitator, the importance of adapting to different cultures, and the key leadership qualities that drive success.

This episode, we sit down with Eric Morin, the Regional Head South-East Asia & Chief Executive Singapore at Union Bancaire Privée (UBP) South East Asia, to explore the world of private banking and wealth management. Eric shares his deep insights into what it takes to thrive in this high-stakes industry, discussing the strategic power plays, emerging trends, and winning formulas that guide successful private banking operations in the region.

In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Alia Ballout, Founder of Beît Ballout, Singapore's first olive oil brand and processing facility. From quitting a career in law to filling olive oil into badly packaged bottles at market fairs, Alia shares her transformation journey and the moment a video call from her mother picking olives in Lebanon changed everything.

In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Tim Alden, Founder of SingCoast Yachts and 35-year veteran of the Asian luxury yacht industry.

n this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast with Paul Quinn, we sit down with Ashish, a 27-year veteran of Singapore's legal recruitment scene who built his career entirely by accident.

In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Aditi Nair, Head of HR, Barclays Asia-Pacific.