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Ep1 (Season 2) - Billion-Dollar Turnarounds: Hugh Hilton on Curiosity, Creativity & Fixing Failing Businesses

The Australian Business Show

The Australian Business Show
Ep1 (Season 2) - Billion-Dollar Turnarounds: Hugh Hilton on Curiosity, Creativity & Fixing Failing Businesses
Jul 01, 2025 Season 2 Episode 1
Nick Stehr

What separates great business leaders from the average?

Hugh Hilton, global dealmaker and business transformation expert, joins Nick on the Australian Business Show for a powerhouse conversation you won’t want to miss.

From restructuring a $1.2 billion company and wiping $65 million in debt in just 45 days, to reinventing broken operations with strategy and creativity—Hugh shares the mindset and tools that separate average leaders from great ones.

In this episode, Hugh opens up about:

The underrated power of curiosity and creative thinking in business

Why most companies fail before they even realise it

What roll-ups and acquisitions really mean for long-term growth

The one phrase that closes more deals than a polished sales pitch

This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone serious about building resilient, high-impact businesses.

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