Ep. 139: Gavin Robertson, CFO at Smart DCC, Resilience, Risk, and Leading Through Change
- S2E139
- 16:00
- April 13th 2026
In this episode of the Full Circl Podcast, we talk to Gavin Robertson, the Chief Financial Officer of Smart DCC. Gavin shares his "leap of faith" journey from a small butcher shop in Carnoustie, Scotland, to the high-stakes world of London finance and international business leadership. It’s a grounded, inspiring look at how resilience, calculated risks, and authentic relationship-building can bridge the gap between humble beginnings and the boardroom.
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