Digital, New Tech & Brand Strategy - Minterdial.com

In this episode, Minter Dial welcomes Peter Tonagh, acclaimed Australian business leader and board chair, recognized for his transformative roles at organizations like Boston Consulting Group, Foxtel, News Corporation, and Quantium. Drawing on a career that spans high-level consulting, operational leadership, and deep experience in media and technology, Peter Tonagh shares his journey from a small-town upbringing to the C-suite, highlighting the key experiences that shaped his leadership ethos. In this thoughtful conversation, Peter unpacks the real-world challenges of moving from consulting into operational roles, revealing why decision overload, people management, and culture are often underestimated hurdles for new executives. The discussion explores Peter’s evolution in understanding brand—not as a static asset, but as the living sum of every customer interaction—and illustrates how building authentic partnerships with employees and suppliers is vital for business success. Minter and Peter also delve in