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The Quest for Success
Welcome! Thanks for joining us on this journey. We are a father and son duo on the quest to find the formula to success, and understand what success means to different people. Our goal is to take a deep dive into people's stories and interview people from a range of backgrounds in this quest for success.
About us:
Jam is an experienced founder with over 18 years of experience. He is passionate about helping businesses overcome their supply-chain challenges and achieve success. He is in his final year of the Harvard OPM program where he is deepening his knowledge and network.
Dylan is a renewable energy engineer turned entrepreneur, currently working on building a community based equipment rental platform. He recently completed the Stanford ignite program, a business and entrepreneurship course where he found his love for the startup hustle.
Together, we are on the quest, the quest for success!
The Quest for Success
Innovating for a Sustainable Future - Nick Hazell
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Nick Hazell shares his incredible journey from a corporate career in aerospace and food innovation to becoming an entrepreneur leading the charge in sustainability. With extensive experience in global organisations and startups alike, Nick opens up about the lessons learned from his time at V2 Foods and Algenie, and how curiosity, innovation and purpose have shaped his approach to leadership and impact.
He discusses the importance of corporate responsibility, the potential of algae as a sustainable resource, and the role of education in driving lasting change. Nick also explores the challenges of commercialising research, the evolving perception of plant-based foods, and how companies can redefine sustainability within planetary boundaries.
Through his story, Nick reminds us that success is not only about business growth - it’s about solving meaningful problems, inspiring others and leaving the world better than we found it.
Key Takeaways
• Success is about solving meaningful problems.
• Curiosity drives innovation and learning.
• Sustainability must be defined by planetary boundaries.
• Corporate responsibility is crucial for future generations.
• Algae has the potential to replace crude oil in products.
• Public perception of plant-based foods is a challenge.
• Leadership in startups requires adaptability and vision.
• Teaching is a way to learn and innovate simultaneously.
• Life’s randomness can lead to unexpected opportunities.
Connect with Nick Hazell: linkedin.com/in/hazellnick
Learn more about Algenie: https://www.algenie.com.au/
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