
ABOUT THE PODCAST
Beyond the Fold is the podcast that dives into what matters most in modern business.
Hosted by StudioHawk’s Lawrence Hitches, each episode features candid conversations with founders, marketers, and business leaders, digging into the defining decisions, challenges, and ideas that have shaped their journeys.
From early missteps to breakthrough moments, we go beyond the headlines to uncover what really drives growth, resilience, and creativity in today’s fast-changing world.
Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or simply curious about what it takes to make bold ideas happen, Beyond the Fold is your front-row seat to the real stories and fresh perspectives.
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Mark Baartse: Hard Truths Every Marketer Needs to Hear
Mark Baartse has scaled some of Australia's biggest brands - and he's not afraid to call out what most marketers get wrong.
From ROAS obsession to the AI takeover, Mark reveals why customer-centricity is broken and how to rethink growth in the eCom era.
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Erin Deering: The Truth About Building a Cult Brand
Erin Deering, co-founder of global swimwear phenomenon TRIANGl and now founder of her new fashion label, DEERING.
Erin opens up about building a $200M cult brand from scratch, pioneering influencer marketing before it had a name, and what happened when she walked away from the business.
Jess Vassallo: On Leading with Empathy, Not Ego
"They didn't call me once while I was on holiday. And I loved that."
Jess Vassallo went from executive assistant to founder of Evocative Media, a powerhouse e-commerce performance agency built on values, trust, and sustainability - not hustle culture.
In this episode, Jess shares how she started an agency with no prior experience, built systems that allow her team to thrive independently, and why educating clients is key to lasting partnerships.
She also reveals how leading with kindness became her superpower and why she's redefining what agency life can look like.
We talk about building a business without burnout, the importance of trust, and how to scale with balance and purpose.
Anesley Clarke: From Aerospace to a $35M Business Built on Values
Anesley Clarke is the founder of B2C Furniture, a brand that’s challenging the fast furniture industry by focusing on timeless design and sustainability. What started as a tech entrepreneur’s leap of faith has grown into a $35M business built on purpose-driven growth.
Rhyanna Cardillo: Turning Customer Insight Into Digital Growth at AJE
Rhyanna Cardillo didn’t plan a career in eCommerce, but today she’s steering the online strategy for AJE Collective.
Now Acting Head of E-Commerce at AJE Collective, she shares how a complete Shopify rebuild lifted conversions in weeks, and why lo-fi content and customer feedback are shaping the future of online shopping.
Liliana Sanelli: The Woman Behind 2500+ Events and $50 Million Raised
She shares how she turned volunteering into a thriving career, focusing on creating lasting impact and leading with integrity in high-pressure environments.
Mark Baartse: Hard Truths Every Marketer Needs to Hear
Mark Baartse has scaled some of Australia's biggest brands - and he's not afraid to call out what most marketers get wrong.
From ROAS obsession to the AI takeover, Mark reveals why customer-centricity is broken and how to rethink growth in the eCom era.
ABOUT THE HOST
Lawrence brings a sharp eye for the decisions that shape successful companies.
Lawrence Hitches is a digital marketer and SEO strategist with over a decade of experience helping businesses grow through smart, sustainable strategy.
As the host of Beyond the Fold, he brings curiosity, clarity, and a sharp eye for the decisions that shape successful companies. In each episode, Lawrence goes beyond surface-level stories to uncover what really drives progress in modern business.
