Show Notes
Welcome to CommsDayLive with Tim Marshall, former editor of CommsDay and now a communications and corporate affairs consultant. This is the first episode in a special series celebrating the 30-year journey of Communications Day, the publication often referred to as the Bible of Australian telecommunications. In this episode, Tim sits down with the man behind it all, Grahame Lynch, the founder, publisher, editor, commentator, event producer, podcast host, and more. Grahame shares the story of CommsDay's inception, its early days, and its incredible journey of charting the perpetual evolution of the telecommunications industry. Discover the challenges, the pivotal moments, and the technological advancements that have shaped the industry. From the early days of faxing newsletters to embracing the digital era, Grahame provides an insider's perspective on what it takes to build a lasting and influential publication in a constantly changing sector. Join us as we explore the past 30 years of telecommunications through the lens of CommsDay, and learn what lessons from the past can guide us into the future.
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