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Banking & Finance

#13 with Nicolas Rigois - Global Markets Mastery

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners speaks with Nicolas Rigois as we dived deep into his journey from interest rate derivatives to equity derivatives and his impactful move to Singapore with Standard Chartered.

Business & Entrepreneurship

#12 with Iman Ibrahim Leading Family-Law Attorney: Debunking Divorce Myths

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners speaks with Iman Ibrahim, Leading Family-Law Attorney, as they explore the world of family law with an expert divorce lawyer.

Banking & Finance

#11 with Philip Kunz, Group Market Head: Mastering Private Banking

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": 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.

Banking & Finance

#10 with Steve Brice Global CIO, Financial Wisdom and Career Milestones

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners speaks with Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer (CIO) about his UK upbringing and beekeeping to a career in consulting and banking across Singapore, Dubai, and South Africa, Steve shares his journey.

Banking & Finance
Business & Entrepreneurship

#9 with Henry Chan. Investment Gold Dust - Insights from a Senior PM

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter and Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, talks to Henry Chan, Senior Investment Professional as he shared his balanced approach to client relationships, drawing from his days as a former sportsman.

Media & Entertainment
Sports & Performance

#8 with Kamil Haque. How to prepare for a presentation like an actor?!

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, does a dive deep with the multi-talented Kamil Haque to uncover the secrets of success both on stage and in the boardroom. Kamil shares how the moments before stepping on stage or delivering a presentation are crucial to your success.

Banking & Finance

#7 with Prashant Bhayani, CIO Private Banking: Mentorship & Communication

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter and Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, talks to Prashant Bhayani, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at BNP Paribas Wealth Management Asia about his career across New York, London, and Singapore, and his experiences in seeking mentorship and the importance of communication.

Banking & Finance

#6 with Jean Nabaa Global COO, Leadership Qualities Unlocked

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, talks to Jean Nabaa, Global Chief Operating Officer (COO), about his journey moving from Switzerland to Singapore and his career transformation from McKinsey Consulting to the world of Private Banking and Wealth Management.

Banking & Finance
Business & Entrepreneurship

#5 with Dominique Jooris, Founder & CEO, Insights into Private Banking

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, discusses with Dominique Jooris as he shares his banking and finance journey.

Business & Entrepreneurship
Banking & Finance

#4 with Chiara Bartoletti, COO: Building a Multi-Family Office in Singapore

In this episode, Chiara Bartoletti 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.

Banking & Finance

#3 with Gareth Nicholson: Career Transformation, from Math Teacher to CIO

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, talks to Gareth Nicholson, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and Head of Managed Investments for Nomura International Wealth Management, about his journey moving from South Africa to London and Singapore, from being a Math Teacher to becoming a CIO.

Banking & Finance

#2. Mustafa Jaffar: Skills-based Careers: The Next Frontier

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter and Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, talks to Mustafa Jaffar, a senior global HR Executive at Standard Chartered, about his career, and the key human skills he recommends building to stay relevant in these uncertain times.

Business & Entrepreneurship

#1. With Neil Bullock: World Best Flavoured Gin, Diverse Business Ventures

Join Paul Quinn and Neil Bullock on "The Quinntessential Questions Podcast" as they explore Neil's entrepreneurial journey, focusing on scaling businesses across industries and continents. From the Middle East to Australia and Hong Kong, Neil shares insights on overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities in recruitment, fintech, and beyond.

Exploring leadership, risk, performance and humour from two different stages | Ben Quinlan | QQ #83

In this episode, Paul Quinn interviews Ben Quinlan, the Founder and CEO of Quinlan & Associates, a financial strategy consultancy based in Hong Kong. Ben shares his inspiring journey of transitioning from a burnt-out consultant to creating a successful firm, emphasizing resilience, authority building, and the challenges of competing globally.

Media & Entertainment

The Untold Story Behind Boxing's Greatest Voice, Jim Lampley | Quinntessential Questions #50

Step inside the mind of Jim Lampley — the legendary voice of HBO Boxing — as he reveals the untold story behind five decades of calling the sport’s most iconic moments. From Muhammad Ali vs. Sonny Liston to Mike Tyson’s shocking defeat in Tokyo, Jim shares never-before-heard stories about fate, legacy, and the fights that defined boxing history. Hosted by Paul Quinn, this powerful conversation dives deep into Lampley’s new book “It Happened”, his bond with Taylor Sheridan and Jack Nicholson, and emotional memories with Muhammad Ali. Whether you’re a lifelong fight fan, a martial artist, or a lover of great storytelling, this episode captures the heart, history, and humanity of boxing’s greatest voice.

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