Growing People, Growing Futures | Judy Parkes, ARO College

What does it take to build a successful business that not only develops skills but changes lives?

In this episode of The Hills Business Table, Liesel Bredenkamp sits down with Judy Parkes, co-owner and Chief Operating Officer of ARO College, based in Hahndorf in the beautiful Adelaide Hills.

Celebrating 25 years of helping people build meaningful careers, ARO College specialises in practical, workplace-based training across horticulture, landscaping, conservation and related industries.

Judy shares insights into the journey of ARO College, the importance of investing in people, the value of hands-on education and the leadership lessons that come with building a business.

It's a conversation about people, purpose, opportunity and the difference businesses can make when they genuinely care about helping others grow.

🌱 Learn more about ARO College: https://aro.edu.au/

🎙️ The Hills Business Table
Hosted by Liesel Bredenkamp
📻 Lofty Radio 88.9 FM, Adelaide Hills

Because when we help people grow, our whole community benefits.

Growing People, Growing Futures | Judy Parkes, ARO College
What does it take to build a successful business that not only develops skills but changes lives?
In this episode of The Hills Business Table, Liesel Bredenkamp sits down with Judy Parkes, co-owner and Chief Operating Officer of ARO College, based in Hahndorf in the beautiful Adelaide Hills.
Celebrating 25 years of helping people build meaningful careers, ARO College specialises in practical, workplace-based training across horticulture, landscaping, conservation and related industries.
Judy shares insights into the journey of ARO College, the importance of investing in people, the value of hands-on education and the leadership lessons that come with building a business.
It's a conversation about people, purpose, opportunity and the difference businesses can make when they genuinely care about helping others grow.
🌱 Learn more about ARO College: <a href="https://aro.edu.au/" data-rich-text-autolink="">https://aro.edu.au/</a>
🎙️ The Hills Business Table Hosted by Liesel Bredenkamp 📻 Lofty Radio 88.9 FM, Adelaide Hills
Because when we help people grow, our whole community benefits.

Growing People, Growing Futures | Judy Parkes, ARO College

🎙️ The Hills Business Table | Odette de Beer

Episode: The Catalytic Code: Building a Business with Purpose

Broadcast: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 | Lofty Radio 88.9 FM

What does it mean to build a business that reflects who you are, what you believe in and the legacy you want to leave?

In this episode of The Hills Business Table, Liesel Bredenkamp welcomes Odette de Beer, Adelaide Hills entrepreneur, leadership and customer experience strategist, founder of SustainHer and author of The Catalytic Code.

With more than 26 years of experience in business, leadership and customer experience, Odette brings a unique perspective on building sustainable businesses without losing sight of the people and purpose behind them.

We explore her entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind SustainHer, a community supporting women in business, and the thinking behind her book The Catalytic Code, which brings together purpose, performance and legacy.

It's a conversation about leadership, clarity, connection and building something that makes a lasting difference.

☕ Pull up a seat and join the conversation!

Connect with Odette:

🌐 Website: https://odettedebeer.com.au

🌿 SustainHer: https://sustainher.com.au

📖 The Catalytic Code: https://amzn.asia/d/0flO7IpN

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/odettedebeer

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18ZAvagPQP/?mibextid=wwXIfr

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/odette_de_beer_amplify_purpose

🌸 SustainHer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainher.com.au

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OdettedeBeer

✍️ Substack: https://odettedebeer.substack.com/

The Hills Business Table, hosted by Liesel Bredenkamp on Lofty Radio 88.9 FM, sharing the stories, lessons and wisdom of the people behind our businesses and communities.

🎙️ The Hills Business Table | Odette de Beer
Episode: The Catalytic Code: Building a Business with Purpose
Broadcast: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 | Lofty Radio 88.9 FM
What does it mean to build a business that reflects who you are, what you believe in and the legacy you want to leave?
In this episode of The Hills Business Table, Liesel Bredenkamp welcomes Odette de Beer, Adelaide Hills entrepreneur, leadership and customer experience strategist, founder of SustainHer and author of The Catalytic Code.
With more than 26 years of experience in business, leadership and customer experience, Odette brings a unique perspective on building sustainable businesses without losing sight of the people and purpose behind them.
We explore her entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind SustainHer, a community supporting women in business, and the thinking behind her book The Catalytic Code, which brings together purpose, performance and legacy.
It's a conversation about leadership, clarity, connection and building something that makes a lasting difference.
☕ Pull up a seat and join the conversation!
Connect with Odette:
🌐 Website: <a href="https://odettedebeer.com.au/">https://odettedebeer.com.au</a>
🌿 SustainHer: <a href="https://sustainher.com.au/">https://sustainher.com.au</a>
📖 The Catalytic Code: <a href="https://amzn.asia/d/0flO7IpN">https://amzn.asia/d/0flO7IpN</a>
💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/odettedebeer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/odettedebeer</a>
📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/18ZAvagPQP/?mibextid=wwXIfr">https://www.facebook.com/share/18ZAvagPQP/?mibextid=wwXIfr</a>
📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/odette_de_beer_amplify_purpose">https://www.instagram.com/odette_de_beer_amplify_purpose</a>
🌸 SustainHer Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sustainher.com.au">https://www.instagram.com/sustainher.com.au</a>
▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@OdettedeBeer">https://www.youtube.com/@OdettedeBeer</a>
✍️ Substack: <a href="https://odettedebeer.substack.com/">https://odettedebeer.substack.com/</a>
The Hills Business Table, hosted by Liesel Bredenkamp on Lofty Radio 88.9 FM, sharing the stories, lessons and wisdom of the people behind our businesses and communities.

Episode: The Catalytic Code: Building a Business with Purpose

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A weekly program celebrating Adelaide Hills businesses.

Hosted by local business owner Liesel Bredenkamp, the show brings together entrepreneurs, leaders and community builders to share their stories.

A weekly program celebrating Adelaide Hills businesses.
Hosted by local business owner Liesel Bredenkamp, the show brings together entrepreneurs, leaders and community builders to share their stories.

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