Ep. 149 - From Survival to Success: Growing a Cleaning Business with Purpose | Ivan Tan

The EO Business Podcast

Guest: Ivan Tan, Founder of Whistle Clean Australia, EO Member since 2021
Host: Linh Podetti, an EO Sydney member since 2022, Owner of Outsourcing Angel
In this episode, we sit down with Ivan Tan, the founder of Whistle Clean Australia, to explore his extraordinary journey of resilience and transformation. From running away from home at age 10 to juggling six jobs just to survive, Ivan’s life has been shaped by a relentless pursuit of meaning and purpose.
His father’s passing became a defining moment, inspiring him to build a business that goes beyond cleaning—it’s about empowering people and making a difference. Today, through Whistle Clean Australia and his involvement in the Eco Accelerator program, Ivan is helping businesses create clean, conscious, and sustainable workspaces.
Join us as we dive into his entrepreneurial path, the values that drive him, and how he turned adversity into a mission-driven business. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a business owner seeking purpose, Ivan’s story will leave you inspired.
ABOUT IVAN TAN
Ivan Tan is the founder of Whistle Clean Australia, a Melbourne-based commercial cleaning company that prioritizes sustainability, conscious leadership, and ethical business practices. Through his company, Ivan is redefining what it means to run a service-based business with heart and impact.
His entrepreneurial journey is rooted in resilience—overcoming financial hardships, working multiple jobs, and discovering that true success is about empowering others. As a member of the EO Accelerator program since 2021, Ivan is committed to sustainable business growth and mentorship.
CONNECT WITH IVAN:
Website: www.whistlecleanaustralia.com.au
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivantanwr/

--------------------
ABOUT EO
Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.
Our mission is to drive both business and personal growth through peer-to-peer learning, providing support for the holistic entrepreneur experience covering business, family, community, and personal aspects. As a not-for-profit organization, all our funds directly contribute to member benefits.
If you're a business owner with revenues ranging from US$250k to US$1m, you can join our Accelerator Program. If your revenues exceed US$1m, you can join the main EO Program in your nearest local chapter. To join or find out more about your nearest chapter, visit https://www.eonetwork.org/why-join/apply-for-membership-form.
For further information, please contact:
Podcast Host Linh Podetti: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
EO Sydney: www.eosydney.com.au
EO Global: https://hub.eonetwork.org/