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Q&A with S&A

Q&A with S&A

By: Aintree Group | Q&A with S&A
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A realistic, light-hearted and insightful look into the world of business ownership.

Q&A with S&A features the founders of Aintree Group, husband and wife team Shane and Andrea McKenna, in conversations with other business owners and industry experts about everything from the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, exploring different pathways to achieving success, whether retirement is as good as it claims to be, and the elusive idea of work-life balance.

Business owners and high level professionals often feel like they exist in a bit of a vacuum. Q&A with S&A perfectly demonstrates that everyone defines and achieves success differently, and that you’re not alone if you’re struggling to find the right balance in your life.

From finding your feet as an aspiring entrepreneur, to reconciling that retirement might be on the horizon – there’s something Q&A with S&A is there every step of the way.

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Episodes
  • Why Brokers Are Still Essential (Despite What The Banks Say) with Miles Beamish

    Why Brokers Are Still Essential (Despite What The Banks Say) with Miles Beamish
    Jul 13 2025

    In this episode, Miles Beamish joins Shane and Andrea to explore how a love of numbers can drive meaningful impact, both professionally and personally.

    They unpack the value of finance brokers and accountants working together with clients over the long term, offering consistency and trust, rather than being passed from one client manager to the next at a big bank.

    Miles also opens up about the physical challenges he takes on to support causes like Movember, Cancer Council, and Beyond Blue. From 100km charity rides to endurance training, he shares how he breaks down the numbers—pace, time and mindset—to stay on track and push through.

    Find out more about Miles & Finlease: https://finlease.com.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/finlease/
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    45 mins
  • Playing to Win: Financial Coaching That Levels the Field with Chris Risteski

    Playing to Win: Financial Coaching That Levels the Field with Chris Risteski
    Jun 29 2025

    In this episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with Chris Risteski, founder of itsagame, who shares how he is using sport and coaching principles to make financial literacy more accessible.

    After a successful career in financial planning, Chris launched itsagame to help rebuild financial literacy in Australia through affordable, community-focused education. He explains how treating money management like a game - complete with coaching, strategy, and skill-building, can empower people to take control of their finances and build independence.

    Find out more about Chris and itsagame: https://itsagame.com.au/

    Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au, or follow us on social media @aintreegroup to stay connected.
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    44 mins
  • Happy Helps: How Koala Kids Supports Children With Cancer with Amanda Mandie OAM

    Happy Helps: How Koala Kids Supports Children With Cancer with Amanda Mandie OAM
    Jun 15 2025

    In this special episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with Amanda Mandie OAM, founder and Executive Director of locally based charity, Koala Kids. This conversation follows a recent volunteering day where Aintree Group team members spent time at the Koala Kids warehouse in Hawthorn.

    Amanda shares the heartfelt story behind Koala Kids – a charity she co-founded with her son Nick – and how it has grown into a vibrant, community-driven organisation dedicated to supporting children and young people undergoing cancer treatment. She talks about their journey so far, the impact of their work, and how people and businesses can get involved to support them.

    Find out more about the wonderful work Koala Kids do, and how can you get involved, here: https://koalakids.org.au/, and follow them on Instagram: @koalakids.

    Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au, or follow us on social media @aintreegroup to stay connected.
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    44 mins

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