Grow Your Wealth | May 22 , 2026
In this episode of the Grow Your Wealth podcast, host Travis Miller sits down with Ian Saines, a highly experienced non-executive director and former senior banking executive.
Ian reflects on a distinguished career that has spanned the Reserve Bank of Australia, Challenger, CBA, and Zurich, offering a unique perspective developed through decades of leadership in financial services. He shares his journey from growing up in Wagga Wagga to leading a major institutional bank through the global financial crisis – a period he describes as a defining executive test.
Ian dives deep into the mechanics of leadership, discussing the importance of “letting go” of technical specialities to become an effective leader and the value of fostering internal entrepreneurship within an accountable framework. He also offers candid advice on building long-term wealth and why simply “being invested” is often the most powerful strategy.
Whether you are an aspiring leader or a seasoned investor, Ian’s insights on adaptability provide a masterclass in professional and personal growth.
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