#123 Chris Poulter - Founder and CEO of OSINT Combine

In this episode, I interview Chris Poulter - Founder and CEO of OSINT Combine. After more than a decade of experience in the Australian Defence Force, Chris founded the company in 2019. Since then, the veteran-operated business has grown into a global provider of open-source intelligence software, serving clients in more than 20 countries. 

Throughout the episode, Chris discusses his military career, highlighting how it profoundly shaped his character and his perspective on the world. He shares how OSINT Combine supports critical operations including counter terrorism and counter human trafficking efforts. Chris also talks about the evolving role of AI, discussing both the opportunities and threats to the intelligence landscape.

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Chapters

• 2:23 Chris' Early Days
• 5:56 Military Career
• 8:07 Starting Chris' Business
• 10:05 Growth and Milestones
• 12:13 The Process of Growth and Building Teams
• 15:13 The Advice That Stuck With Chris
• 17:17 How Chris Embeds Purpose in His Business and Organisation
• 18:48 Chris' Strengths and Weaknesses
• 21:40 Lessons as a Parent
• 23:10 How Chris Defines Success
• 25:15 Considerations Towards Business Partnerships
• 27:02 The Next Phase of Growth and AI
• 30:45 Challenges and Opportunities
• 32:28 The Business People Chris Admires
• 34:12 The Business Book Chris Reads
• 35:45 The Advice Chris Would Give Somebody Starting a Business Today
• 36:53 What's Next for Chris