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Episode 9: Rohan McLellan – From Gold Medals to Global Pipelines

From ensuring clean water in Fiji to championing quality over cost, this episode delivers a masterclass in integrity, resilience, and purpose-driven business leadership. “If I wouldn't do it personally, then I wouldn’t do it in the business.” 🎧 Episode Synopsis In this compelling episode, Rohan McLellan, founder and CEO of Clover Pipelines, shares his remarkable journey from junior world champion cyclist to pioneering third-generation entrepreneur in Australia’s water infrastructure industry. With deep insight and humble candor, Rohan reflects on how the discipline of elite sport shaped his leadership philosophy and how he's built a business that delivers critical infrastructure across Australia and the Pacific. From ensuring clean water in Fiji to championing quality over cost, this episode delivers a masterclass in integrity, resilience, and purpose-driven business leadership. ⏱️ Episode Breakdown 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction Host sets the stage and introduces Rohan McLellan, highlighting his unique path from sport to infrastructure. 02:00 – From Junior World Champion to CEO Rohan shares how athletic discipline shaped his strategic thinking, time management, and goal-setting as a business leader. 06:30 – Leadership Lessons from the Foundry Early memories of working in his grandfather’s foundry taught Rohan hands-on business fundamentals and respect for frontline workers. 11:00 – Translating Race Day Preparation to Executive Strategy How meticulous planning, timing, and patience from elite sport apply directly to managing operations, logistics, and growth at Clover Pipelines. 16:15 – Global Supply Chains & Quality Control Rohan discusses sourcing infrastructure products globally (including from Turkey), and the non-negotiable importance of quality. 21:45 – The Mission: Delivering Clean Water From suburban Australia to rural Fiji, Rohan details how Clover Pipelines impacts human lives through potable water access. 25:30 – The Cost of Losing Australian Manufacturing Why younger generations struggle to grasp end-to-end product lifecycles—and how Clover combats that with immersive training. 30:15 – Building a Culture of Accountability Rohan breaks down how caring, presence, and leading by example created a “we, not me” culture inside Clover Pipelines. 35:00 – Hiring, Financial Literacy & Storytelling How Rohan evaluates new hires by asking them to “tell the story of the numbers”—and why interpretation beats spreadsheets. 38:40 – Product Innovation & Sustainability From lining technology to circular economy pressures, Rohan explores how Clover Pipelines balances innovation with performance and safety. 43:00 – Multi-Generational Legacy & Vision Rohan reflects on the legacy of his father and grandfather, and how he wants Clover Pipelines to be remembered: for credibility and contribution to Australia’s water future. 46:30 – Final Reflections & Gratitude Closing thoughts on trust, growth, and the quiet leadership that fuels enduring businesses. #WaterInfrastructure #CleanWater #Sustainability #Engineering #InfrastructureAustralia #Manufacturing #GlobalSupplyChain