Left in Australia at 15 to pursue a better future, Ayesha Razzaq built a career leading major transformation at Energy Queensland—all while conquering the Six World Marathon Majors and raising over $75,000 for the Indigenous Marathon Foundation.

Ayesha knows what it means to step outside her comfort zone. Growing up as a diplomat’s daughter, she moved between countries, but nothing prepared her for being left alone in Australia as a teenager. That challenge shaped her independence, resilience, and self-belief—values that have driven both her leadership and running journey.

Now, as Executive GM of Retail at Energy Queensland, she’s leading an industry shift toward renewables while also pushing her own limits in endurance sports. She’s gone from handing out medals at a 5K fun run to finishing all Six World Marathon Majors, and along the way, she’s used running as a way to give back—supporting Indigenous communities through the IMF and mentoring others to push their own limits.

⏱ Episode Highlights & Timestamps

00:00 – Ayesha’s unforgettable New York Marathon finish
02:00 – Being left in Australia at 15 and how it shaped her independence
07:00 – Her first 5K fun run and the unexpected path to marathons
10:00 – Getting involved with the Indigenous Marathon Foundation
19:00 – Completing all Six World Marathon Majors and what she learned
26:00 – How running fuels her leadership at Energy Queensland
34:00 – The breakthrough that helped her shave 50 minutes off her PB
42:00 – Why mindset was the game-changer for Chicago 2023
49:00 – Ayesha’s advice for life, leadership, and running

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🏃‍♀️ Resources Mentioned

🏅 Indigenous Marathon Foundation
🌎 World Marathon Majors

Ayesha’s mantra—"If it’s to be, it’s up to me"—has shaped her approach to running, leadership, and life. This episode is all about pushing limits, leading with resilience, and making an impact.

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