Voices in Vet with Allens Training
Voices in VET is a podcast created by Allens Training Pty Ltd, RTO 90909, to engage, educate and inspire partners, trainers and the wider VET community.
It gives a voice to the people behind the training sharing insights, real stories and practical conversations that matter in the day-to-day world of vocational education and first aid training.
From industry trends and compliance conversations to business growth and partner development, each episode explores the challenges and opportunities shaping the VET space.
This isn’t just about courses. It’s about the people delivering them, the businesses building them, and the standards that support them.
Voices in Vet with Allens Training
From Family Business to Today: The Allens Story
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Welcome to the first episode of Voices in VET.
In this episode, we sit down with Rob Allen, CEO of Allens Training, to unpack how the business started and what’s shaped it into what it is today.
Rob takes us back to the very beginning, how Jim and Helen built Allens from the ground up, what the training industry looked like at the time, and the early decisions that set the direction for the business.
We also explore the key moments that shaped its growth, what’s remained consistent over the years, and what Rob focused on preserving as he stepped into a leadership role.
This episode gives a clear picture of what Allens stands for today, and what the organisation hopes to be known for moving forward.
Voices in VET is designed for partners, trainers and those working in the VET sector sharing real conversations, practical insights and the thinking behind what’s happening in the industry.
In this episode, we cover:
- How Allens started and what the training landscape looked like at the time
- What set the business apart in the early days
- The moments that shaped its growth over time
- What mattered most stepping into leadership
- What Allens stands for today and what it aims to be known for