Robbie Sefton is a New South Wales woolgrower and communications expert. Ms Sefton and her husband, Alistair Yencken, own and operate wool, meat and grains properties. She is also the founder and principal of a national public relations and marketing consultancy, Sefton & Associates, based in Tamworth
In this interview we discuss:
How she manages two lives - that of a farmer and then an executive
The keys to managing a national business from regional Australia
What drives her to take on leadership roles within her community
And, the political issue of Australia and immigration
Enjoy this interview with Robbie Sefton.
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