Steven is a director of the Australian Shareholders Association, a not for profit member based organisation, helping educate retail shareholders and advocate for them with listed companies and regulators. Prior to becoming a director of the ASA, Steven was a successful entrepreneur launching and scaling a footwear brand Vionic Group before being acquired in 2018.In this episode we discuss:Steven's background in entrepreneurshipSteven's investing philosophyThe purpose and role of the Australian Shareholders Association (ASA)The key focus areas of the ASAThe role of a company mointorPlus, much more!If you'd like more information on ASA, head to their website.*****Any views expressed by the podcast host or any guest are their own and do not represent the views of Equity Mates Media or any other employer or associated organisation.Always remember, all information contained in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional financial, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Equity Mates are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Produce Disclosure Statement (PDS) and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional.For more information head to our Disclaimer Page, where you can find resources to search for a registered financial professional near you.*****Have you just started your investing journey? Head over to Get Started Investing – Equity Mates 12-part series with all the fundamentals you need to feel confident to start your investing journey.Want more Equity Mates? Subscribe to Equity Mates Investing Podcast, social media channels, Thought Starters mailing list and more here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.