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S3 Ep 93Can life coaching turn your life around? | Ruqya Khan, Founder, Smiletastic, a S M I L E strategist

It is often said that smiling can make even difficult things seem easier. While it is scientifically proven that smiling releases stress-busting endorphins in the body, how often do we find ourselves smiling throughout the day?Ruqya Khan is a very unique woman who calls herself a smile strategist. We are pleased to welcome her on the podcast today.Smile Strategist! Isn't that the first time you’re hearing that word? Ruqya’s profession is very unique. She helps people untangle their tangled thoughts which in turn guides them to make the right decision.

Sep 24, 202121 min

S3 Ep 92What is the role of a Sustainability Strategist? | Ruby Thapar, Joiner of Dots and Transition Coach

The Brand Called You is back with yet another inspiring episode. This time, with a very accomplished woman from Mumbai, Ruby Thapar. Ruby describes herself as a ‘Joiner of Dots’ and is a Transition Coach. She has worked in the corporate sector for several years. She is also an Independent Board Director on many companies and also a Coach.Very interestingly, Ruby is also a Reputation Crisis and Sustainability Strategist too. Something that is much needed in the modern world!

Sep 24, 202125 min

S3 Ep 91Does your fitness regime require a hefty gym membership? | Sonal Singh, Co Founder, Fittr

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome the very successful entrepreneur, Sonal Singh on the podcast today. Sonal is Former Miss Asia Universe and is now the Co Founder of Fittr, a platform that provides the right knowledge and guidance for health, fitness and nutrition. Their vision is to make 50 million people fitter!In this very interesting conversation with our host Ashutosh Garg, Sonal talks about her journey into fitness and her entrepreneurial venture. As the former Miss Universe Asia, Sonal also shares the many experiences she gained at the pageant!

Sep 23, 202123 min

S3 Ep 90How has China evolved over the past decades? | Robert Daudt, Managing Partner, Asia Plus Capital Ltd

The Brand Called You brings you an entrepreneur who has worked in China for the last 20 years! He has witnessed the country’s growth over the decades and has also built an incredible business over there. We are pleased to welcome Robert Daudt on the show.Robert is the Managing Partner of Asia Plus Capital Ltd.In this conversation, Robert talks to us about his many experiences of working as a businessman in China and what makes the country stand out globally.

Sep 23, 202124 min

S3 Ep 89Who is a Trend Translator? | Jens Hansen, Co-Founder and CEO, Supertrends Institute

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome the very unique and incredibly talented, Jens Hansen on the podcast today. Jens is the Co-Founder and CEO of Supertrends Institute. He has a background in consultancy and is living and working in Switzerland.In this very riveting interview with our host Frits Bussemaker, Jens talks about his professional role as a trend watcher and trend translator. He defines this very unique job title and gives us an insightful perspective into the profession. He likes to call himself a ‘futurist’ and explains the scope of work at his organization Supertrends Institute.

Sep 22, 202127 min

S3 Ep 88Can coaching help you enhance your leadership? | John Baldoni, Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, Author

The Brand Called You is delighted to welcome a renowned and leading coach from the US, John Baldoni. John is a Master Co-Operative Executive Coach. He is the author of 15 books. He is a sought-after Communications Consultant and has been recognized as a ‘World Class Mentor’. John is also the host of LinkedIn Live’s Grace Under Pressure Series.In this very compelling discussion with host Ashutosh Garg, John shares his professional journey with us. As an Executive Coach, John has gained a lot of experience in the coaching field. John talks about the benefits of coaching and how it can help with the personal and professional growth of individuals. John draws a distinct line between mentoring and coaching.

Sep 22, 202125 min

S3 Ep 87How can you keep your brand relevant for longer? | Venu Gopal Nair, Founder, Ideascape Communications

TBCY welcomes Advertising Guru and Creative Director turned CEO, Venu Gopal Nair on the podcast! Venu is the Founder of Ideascape Communications and has a lot of experience in branding and advertising. He is a design professional and has launched some of the most iconic brands in India!Having gained years of experience working in the communications and advertising field, Venu shares his professional journey and learnings with us today. He gives some very insightful answers to many dynamic questions asked by our host.

Sep 21, 202125 min

S3 Ep 86Successful and relevant branding | Rishad Tobaccowala, Author, Restoring the Soul of Business

The Brand Called You is back with another inspiring episode. This time with a striking personality from the US, Rishad Tobaccowala. Rishad is the former Chief Strategy and Growth Officer of The Publicist Group. He is an author of Restoring the soul of business: Staying Human in the age of Data.Rishad is the Chairman of The Tobaccowala Foundation and has been recognized several times by prestigious magazines like Business Week and Times.In this interview with host Ashutosh Garg, Rishad takes us through the process of creating a successful brand. A riveting entrepreneur, Rishad has widespread experience in the corporate and FMCG world.

Sep 21, 202126 min

S3 Ep 85Can global homelessness be corrected? | Andrew Funk, Founding President, Homeless Entrepreneur

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome entrepreneur from Spain, Andrew Funk on the podcast today. Andrew is the Founding President of Homeless Entrepreneur. He is a social impact activist for homeless people.In this very insightful interview, Andrew talks about the issue of homelessness and his effort of providing the right solutions. Having faced a major problem in his entrepreneurial journey himself, Andrew started finding the right solutions for homelessness and homeless people. His goal was to help homeless people pivot back into their lives with the right resources and networks.

Sep 20, 202123 min

S3 Ep 84Learning about the relevance of fountain pens in the 21st century | Chawm Ganguly, Collector of Fountain Pens

The Brand Called You is elated to welcome Chawm Ganguly, a very unique personality on the show today. Chawm has very interestingly turned his hobby into his passion! Chawm is the collector of fountain pens. Previously he has worked as a journalist. Chawm has also edited magazines and has led his own communications company. Currently he is the Director of Paragon Finance and Owner of Sin PR. He is also working on a book.In this very interesting conversation with our host Ashutosh Garg, Chawm takes us on a historical journey of the superiority of fountain pens. As an avid collector of fountain pens, Chawm has immense knowledge about them. He has in his collection some of the rarest and most unique pieces. Some pieces he proudly shares are hundreds of years old!

Sep 20, 202125 min

S3 Ep 83What is the relevance of building a strong personal brand? | Prof SP Garg, Personal Branding Expert

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome Prof SP Garg on the podcast today. Prof Garg is a very accomplished leader and branding expert from the US. He is a personal branding expert, an independent consultant and he is the Former Managing Director of the Bank of Baroda Cards (BoB Cards)In this conversation with our host Ashutosh, Prof Garg takes us through the nitty gritties of personal branding. As a personal branding expert, Prof Garg highlights some very important factors of creating a personal brand. He believes that ethics play a very important role in personal branding. Working under a set of core values and working with authenticity is a major defining aspect of one’s personal brand.

Sep 18, 202122 min

S3 Ep 82The issue of poverty and the status of the Indian economy | Imon Ghosh, Author, Reducing Poverty to Accelerate Economic Growth

Today, The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome an accomplished author and human resources professional Imon Ghosh on the podcast. Imon is the Author of Reducing Poverty to Accelerate Economic Growth. He is extremely experienced and has published a number of books and academic papers.In conversation with host Ashutosh, Imon primarily talks about his book and what led him to pick the issue of poverty as his subject. Imon, who has done his Masters in Economy, started his journey when he found out that adequate welfare measures were not being taken for the issue of poverty in the rural communities. He shares the story behind his book and the news article that enraged him into learning more about the subject.

Sep 18, 202124 min

S3 Ep 81The evolution of supply chains over the years | Vikram Paul, Head, Global Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Development, Rhenus Logistics

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome Vikram Paul, a tall leader from the healthcare and pharma industry on the podcast today. Vikram is the Head of the Global Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Development of Rhenus Logistics. He is a seasoned healthcare-focused supply chain executive. Vikram has worked in several parts of the world besides India, including South East Asia, Middle East, Africa and North Asia. He has also worked with BAX Asia and other multinational companies for almost three decades.In a very interesting discussion with host Ashutosh Garg, Vikram takes us through the details of managing supply chains in the pharma industry. A professional with vast experience, Vikram has a lot of knowledge in the field. He talks about the changing nature of supply chains and a paradigm shift in consumer needs. Vikram throws light on the distinctness of pharmaceutical supply chains and how they differ from traditional supply chains.

Sep 17, 202126 min

S3 Ep 80Developing Human Resources in Malaysia | Ernest Balasingam, Founder, Back2Basics Consultants, Malaysia

Today on The Brand Called You, Ashutosh is in conversation with a very accomplished leader from Malaysia, Ernest Balasingam. Ernest is the Founder of Back2Basics Consultants. He is the Senior Partner of Messrs. Gibb & Co Advocates & Solicitors in Ipoh. He manages one of the largest cycle charities in South East Asia. And Earnest is also a triathlete!Ernest engages in a very interesting conversation and shares his professional journey with the viewers. He shares the scope of work at Back2Basics Consultants and explains how he became a certified trainer for HR development. He also throws light on the significance of the name Back2Basics. He describes the Human Resources Development Fund of Malaysia and how it helps upskill and train staff in Malaysian companies. Ernest started out as a hotelier and has a lot of experience in managerial responsibilities. He holds his experiences at Hyatt as the most important and life-altering!

Sep 17, 202128 min

S3 Ep 79What is Food Tourism? | Erik Wolf, Executive Director, World Food Travel Association

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome a senior professional from the food and travel industry, Erik Wolf. Erik who currently resides in Spain is the Executive Director of the World Food Travel Association. He is recognised as the Founder of the Modern Food Tourism Industry. Eric is the Author of ‘Have Fork will travel’, a handbook for trade.In this very interesting conversation with host Ashutosh Garg, Eric shares his incredible experiences with us. Having worked in the food and travel industry for the past several years, Eric has gained a lot of knowledge and grassroot experiences. Eric explains that food tourism is basically travelling for a taste of a place in order to get a sense of place. He shares a research that displays 53% of leisure travellers choose their destination based on the food first!

Sep 16, 202126 min

S3 Ep 78Learning about SME financing | Shachindra Nath, CMD, U Gro Capital

The Brand Called You is back with an inspiring episode. We are delighted to welcome finance guru Sachindra Nath on the podcast today. Sachindra Nath is the Chairman and Managing Director of U Gro Capital, a fintech startup focused on SME Credit Gap. Over the last three decades, he has built diversified financial services including asset management and lending in the capital market.In conversation with host Ashutosh, Sachindra shares his incredible experiences as a finance guru. After working for diverse financial projects, Sachindra set on an entrepreneurial journey with a goal to make an impact in society.

Sep 16, 202126 min

S3 Ep 77The inspiring story of serial entrepreneur | Marcus Luer, Sports Entrepreneur, CEO and Founder, TSA Group

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome serial entrepreneur from Thailand Marcus Luer on the show. Marcus is a member of the Young President Organisation and a podcast host himself! He is the Founder and TSA, TES, TDG, HUBBER, BRE & GLORY.In conversation with host Ashutosh Garg, Marcus takes us through his incredible journey as a sports entrepreneur and leader. Driven by the idea of trying out new things constantly, Marcus has a number of businesses to his name. Marcus has launched 8 business ventures in the pandemic itself!

Sep 15, 202127 min

S3 Ep 76Working with two of the most prestigious Indian Institutions | Dr. Venkatesh Murthy, Asst Prof, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, IIT Jodhpur

The Brand Called You welcomes the very talented Dr. Venkatesh Murthy on the show today. Venkatesh is the Assistant Professor for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at IIT Jodhpur. Formerly he was at the Indian Institute of Management, Rohtak.With a widespread experience in both the leading institutions of India, Venkatesh is extremely knowledgeable. In conversation with our host Ashutosh, he shares his experience of working in both these institutions and gives some great insights for the youth aspiring to join IIT and IIM. As a Professor for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Venkatesh talks about the stance of entrepreneurship in India.

Sep 15, 202126 min

S3 Ep 75How can India boost its technology game? | Dr. Murali Murti, Author, Supersonic, Senior Partner, Sigma Ventures

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome the incredibly talented technology professional turned entrepreneur, Dr. Murali Murti. Murali is the author of Supersonic. He is a Senior Partner with Sigma Ventures. He has done his doctorate on knowledge processes and their role in innovation- a comparison of selected Chinese and Indian practices. Over the past three decades, he has been the CEO of major IT Companies.Murali’s book Supersonic, is a historio techno-thriller. He has integrated history and technology while retaining the touch of a thriller read. Murali talks in detail about his book and explains why he picked thriller as his genre. Being the talented writer that he is, Murali also shares what makes a good writer and more importantly, a good story.

Sep 14, 202125 min

S2 Ep 74What goes into building a strong philanthropy brand? | Meera Gandhi, Founder and CEO, The Giving Back Foundation

The Brand Called You welcomes the extremely talented Meera Gandhi on the podcast today. Meera, who is from New York is the Founder and CEO of The Giving Back Foundation. She is a TV Show host of two incredible shows one of them, her own- The Meera Gandhi Show.In conversation with host Ashutosh, Meera shares her professional journey with us. A giver since a very young age, Meera was always finding ways to help people out. As a high school student, she spent time with handicapped kids and learned and respected her privileges. She has been working with various social ventures ever since. She even had the opportunity to meet Mother Teresa several times during her social projects.Meera talks about her own venture, The Giving Back Foundation where she helps lesser privileged children get access to education. She shares that the foundation is a platform for three mandates- education, positive dialogue/debate, and mental wellness.

Sep 14, 202127 min

S3 Ep 73Making education an enjoyable process | Sajid Chougle, Co Founder and Creative Head, Luma World

The Brand Called you is delighted to have Sajid Chougle on the show today. Sajid is the Creative Head of Luma World, a gaming organization. In his own words, he is an adventurer. Sajid loves engaging in activities like Bungee Jumping, Mountain climbing, and a lot more!Sajid, who is in conversation with our host Ashutosh Garg, talks about his professional life and his unique gaming company Luma World.An organization established two years ago, Luma World is the brainchild of 4 individuals catering to the education of children. Sajid describes Luma World as an Experience Design Company. Their goal was to make education more engaging from a child’s point of view. Sajid explains that they use flashcards, board games, and picture books to enhance the child’s understanding.

Sep 13, 202126 min

S3 Ep 72Learning about self awareness through yoga | Superna Yamuna Chopra, Wellbeing Coach and Yoga Therapist

The Brand Called You welcomes the very accomplished Superna Yamuna Chopra on the podcast today. Superna is a well-being coach. She is a yoga therapist and before taking this avatar she was a senior advertising professional with JWT for almost 18 years!In conversation with our host Ashutosh Garg, Superna shares her professional and spiritual journey with us. After an incredible career in the advertising industry, Superna reached a point where she wanted to explore the greater purpose of her existence. She describes her epiphany as a divine discontent.

Sep 13, 202125 min

S3 Ep 71Making sustainable food choices | Madhavi Vippulancha, Co Founder, Vistaraku, Organic Leaf Tableware

The Brand Called You features a striking entrepreneur, Madhavi Vippulancha on the show today. Madhavi is the Co-Founder of Vistaraku which is a venture that makes organic leaf tableware. Madhavi is a pharmacy graduate who has also worked as a pharmacist in the US.Madhavi has taken up several types of courses like organic and natural farming, yoga, and even early childhood education. She started a composting unit in Hyderabad where she observed that there is no alternative to plastic whatsoever. Hence Madhavi along with her husband took up organic farming full time with a goal to create biodegradable products. They launched Vistaraku, a venture that offers organic leaf plates and bowls. This is not only a more sustainable option but is also very cultural.

Sep 11, 202121 min

S3 Ep 70The relevance of effective communication in the modern world | LaQuita Cleare, CEO, Cleare Communication Academy

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome a communications guru from the US, who is conversing with us from Italy, LaQuita Cleare. LaQuita is the CEO of Cleare Communication academy. She has been associated with the Young Presidents Organisation (YPO) for several years.Talking about Cleare Communication Academy, LaQuita shares that it helps companies and leaders effectively communicate. They work on a wide range of subjects like storytelling and internal communications. LaQuita shares that one of the biggest mistakes leaders make while communicating is - communicating to inform. She strongly believes that communication should inspire and motivate.

Sep 11, 202126 min

S3 Ep 69What are the Akashic records? | Deepa Pant, Founder Amaryn by Svatanya

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome a highly felicitated entrepreneur Deepa Pant on the podcast today. Deepa is the Founder and CEO of Svatanya, a social enterprise that empowers underprivileged women through handicrafts. She is also the Founder of Amryn by Svatanya which is a fashion label for childrenDeepa is in conversation with our host Ashutosh Garg and she shares the stories of her incredible ventures. Deepa describes Svatanya as a responsible Social Creative Crafts Enterprise. It is a sustainable venture that creates handcrafted products using upcycled waste and recycled raw material. Every product is handcrafted by women who live in slums. These women are upskilled and trained so that they can earn.

Sep 10, 202126 min

S3 Ep 68Learning about creating a second brain | Jerry Michalski, Founder, Open Global Mind

The Brand Called You welcomes Jerry Michalski on the podcast today. Jerry has a background as a tech industry analyst and is the Founder of some very compelling ventures like Sociates. Jerry is also the Founder of Open Global Mind. His unique claim to fame is that he has the world’s largest published brain called Jerry’s Brain.In this fascinating conversation with host Frits Bussemaker, Jerry shares the idea behind his legendary idea of building a second brain! Jerry has been working on this brain map for over two decades. He has managed to feed almost 412,000 thoughts in his brain and continues to do so!

Sep 10, 202133 min

S3 Ep 67Who is a trend watcher? | Adjiedj Bakas, Trend Watcher, TV Personality, Author

The Brand Called You welcomes an extremely eminent personality from the Netherlands, Adjiedj Bakas. Adjiedj is a trend watcher, an author, a TV personality, and a public speaker. He has been quoted as “exciting” by CNN, “inspirational” by BBC, “provocative” by TV Two Newscast and much more! Adjiedj is multi-faceted and is extremely knowledgeable.In an articulate discussion with our host Ashutosh Garg, Adjiedj talks about several topics and gives some incredible advice. Adjiedj describes himself as a trend watcher which he explains as“Well, it means that I’m trying to grasp what is going on behind the headlines of today’s newspaper. What is really going on? I've been doing this for the past 30 years and I’ve built up a very good track record.”

Sep 9, 202126 min

S3 Ep 66Understanding credit scores | Anshuman Panwar, Co Founder, Creditas Solutions

The Brand Called You is back with an inspiring episode with entrepreneur Anshuman Panwar. Anshuman is the Co-Founder of Creditas Solutions. In this interview with our host Ashutosh, Anshuman talks about his professional journey and the many experiences he has gained over the years.Anshuman throws light on his venture Creditas Solutions. He explains that it is a FinTech business that helps consumers understand their credit scores and maintain their credit health. It is a direct problem-solving process with the lenders that results in customers getting transparent solutions and a convenient platform for their credit needs. Established almost seven years ago, the business initially targeted the UK markets and has flourished in the markets of many other countries since.

Sep 9, 202126 min

S3 Ep 65Why is networking important for your business? | Ragini Das, Co Founder Leap Club

Today we are accompanied by a very brilliant entrepreneur who is building an incredible social network for women. TBCY welcomes Ragini Das on the podcast today. Ragini is the Co-Founder of Leap. Club. She has previously worked with the food delivery chain master, Zomato.While talking about her venture Leap Club, Ragini describes it as a community-led professional network for women. Its mission is to bring more and more women into leadership positions. The process included creating one on one connections with relevant people within the network and helping women develop their skillsets through L&D tools.

Sep 8, 202126 min

S3 Ep 64Learning about corporate problem solving | Pranshu Sikka, CEO, The Pivotals

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome entrepreneur Pranshu Sikka on the podcast today. Pranshu is the CEO of The Pivotals, a strategic communication consulting firm. He is also the Founder of Kashmironomics.In this very riveting interview with host Ashutosh, Pranshu shares his professional journey with us. He talks about his firm The Pivotals and majorly covers the process of corporate crisis management. He explains that his venture is a crisis management and stakeholder engagement firm that largely helps corporate companies.Pranshu talks about some generic steps that are taken to initiate the management procedure. He explains his role with respect to single business owners as well as large organizations. He believes that there is a loss of inter-department as well as intra-department communication in companies.

Sep 8, 202126 min

S3 Ep 63Leading an environmentally conscious life | Sahar Mansoor, Founder and CEO, Bare Necessities, Zero Waste Solutions

The Brand Called You welcomes Sahar Mansoor, an environmentally conscious business leader. Sahar is the Founder and CEO of Bare Necessities. In her own words, she is a ‘circular economy nerd’. Sahar is also the author of her book, Bare Necessities.In this episode with host Ashutosh, Sahar shares her story of setting up a zero-waste brand in India. While working on a project, Sahar got the opportunity to learn about the waste infrastructure system, management, and segregation on a grassroots level. After this, she decided to attempt living a minimum waste life. Informing us about her brand, Sahar explains that Bare Necessities is a social enterprise that focuses on creating environmentally conscious products.

Sep 7, 202125 min

S3 Ep 62Understanding global digital evolution | Robin Raskin, Founder, The Virtual Events Group

The Brand Called You welcomes Robin Raskin on the podcast today. Robin is an American Writer, Author, Publisher and TV personality. She is also a conference and events creator and it's best known for her ability to simplify technology for non-technologists. Robin was also a columnist for Yahoo Tech and editor of PC Magazine which at its height has 700,000 readers. As a writer, she has published various books and magazines. Very interestingly, she callsherself a ‘digital mom’.Robin is an ultra-talented woman with years of experience at hand. She belongs to the time when the global digital evolution was just starting to take shape. In this very interesting conversation with our host Frits, Robin shares her professional journey with us. As an individual who was always interested in understanding the nitty gritty of technology, Robin’s curiosity led her to learning about computers and technology in detail.

Sep 7, 202127 min

S3 Ep 61Understanding the psychological evolution of man | Richard Barrett, Founder Barrett Academy

The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome Richard Barret, a multi-talented personality. Richard is the author of 13 books. He very interestingly writes and teaches about leadership as well as cultural evolution in business and society. Richard now lives in the UK. He was responsible for developing the theory of the seven stages of psychological development and universal stages of evolution.In this conversation with host Frits Bussemaker, Richard talks about his professional journey and shares some key points of his career. After working for almost two decades as a transportation engineer, Richard realised he wanted to do something more valuable and give back in a different way. He resonated with psychological and spiritual concepts throughout his life. He was deeply interested in understanding the working and functioning of the mind.

Sep 6, 202132 min

S3 Ep 60This business leader is solving global issues one step at a time | Carlos Sentis, CEO World Innovation Alliance

The Brand Called You welcomes a global citizen from Spain, Carlos Sentis. Carlos is the CEO of World Innovation Alliance (WIA). He is a multifaceted individual who works in widespread fields. He is associated with well-known organizations like the World Economic Forum, United Nations, European Union, and many more! He is also a lecturer in 16 universities!Carlos explains that the World Innovation Alliance works towards bringing together companies, institutions, and remarkable individuals from more than 150 different countries! These unique individuals have a common goal of practically making the world a better place and making an impactful difference.

Sep 6, 202135 min

S3 Ep 59How has the AC market changed over the years? | Mukundan Menon, President & COO, Blue Star Ltd, Cooling & Purification Appliances Group

The Air Conditioning industry is growing with each passing year. What once used to be a luxury is now a necessity in modern society. With the heat and humidity increasing each summer, Indians are becoming more and more inclined towards purchasing air conditioners.In 2020, India saw a whopping market size of 7 million units of Air Conditioning. Today, The Brand Called You brings you a tall leader from the air conditioning space- Mukundan Menon.In conversation with our host, Mukundan shares his professional journey with us. He talks about the changes in the Air Conditioning space over the years. Mukundan strongly believes that the power of a brand resides in the minds of the consumers.

Sep 4, 202129 min

S3 Ep 58How is technology changing accountancy? | Huzeifa Unwala, Founder and Sr Partner, JHS and Associates, LLP

The Brand Called You welcomes senior finance professional from Mumbai, Huzeifa Unwala on the podcast today. Huzeifa is the Founder and Sr. Partner at JHS and Associates, LLP. In this very interesting interview with our host, Huzeifa shares his professional journey into accounting and the story of successfully setting up his own firm.With over 2 decades of experience in the finance field, Huzeifa talks about the many things he has learned over these years. He shares the challenges he faced while setting up an auditing firm from scratch. His work depends on the values of honesty and compassion. Huzeifa also throws light on some very important aspects of startup businesses.

Sep 3, 202126 min

S3 Ep 57The story behind Jaipur Rugs- a socially driven business | N K Chaudhary, Founder, Jaipur Rugs (HINDI)

With machinery and technology taking over the world, the value of handmade art is declining. Considerably. The essence of a hand-crafted product is very unique. It is made with the creativity, passion, and love of the artisan.Today The Brand Called You welcomes an extremely unique social entrepreneur from Jaipur, NK Chaudhary on the podcast. Chaudhary Ji is the Founder of Jaipur Rugs. It is an organization that manufactures rugs/carpets while also working towards the welfare of local artisans. Chaudhary Ji is a widely renowned and awarded personality. He is often also called the ‘Gandhi of the Carpet Industry’!

Sep 2, 202124 min

S3 Ep 56Having an enriching travel experience | Aashi Vel, Co Founder and Co CEO, Travelling Spoon

Travelling in the 21st century is more about enriching experiences than just sightseeing. Every traveller has a unique outlook towards exploring a new place or region.Aashi Vel, an entrepreneur from the United States, joined us on the podcast today. Unable to find authentic local food in Mexico, Aashi realised that it is important for travellers to have enriching local experiences while travelling. She along with her Co-Founder, established Travelling Spoon. An organisation that helps travellers and explorers get an authentic experience of the regions they visited.

Sep 1, 202127 min

S3 Ep 55The fight against child sexual abuse | Joelle Casteix, Global expert on the exposure of child sexual abuse in institutions

The issue of child sexual abuse is very much existent and constantly increasing globally. A problem so dangerous and ignored requires a high level of awareness in mass societies.Today The Brand Called You brings you an exceptional leader and social worker from California, Joelle Casteix. Joelle likes to call herself an accidental activist. She works in support of Child Sexual Abuse survivors. She is constantly spreading awareness about the issue and finding ways to do her best to help survivors.

Aug 31, 202134 min

S3 Ep 54Learning about the role of a company secretary | S C Sharada, Founder, SC Sharada and Associates, Company Secretaries

In the latest episode of The Brand Called You, we are accompanied by SC Sharada. An extremely talented and brave personality, Sharada shares her professional and personal journey with the viewers today.She is the Founder of SC Sharada and Associates which is a firm of Company Secretaries. She’s a regional manager with Life beyond Cancer, a non profit that helps cancer fighters and survivorsHer work includes high responsibilities and values. Sharada explains in detail the scope of her work and the vitality of the role of a Company Secretary. Her venture SC Sharada and Associates is in collaboration with a number of businesses and nonprofits.

Aug 30, 202127 min

S3 Ep 53Will robotics be the new normal in the coming years? | Sotirios Stasinopoulos,Co-founder of MENATHLON S.A

With technology speeding its way through the 21st century, we are moving into a more digitized world. AI and robotics are taking over and easing our lives in one or the other form.The Brand Called You welcomes Sotirios Stasinopoulos on the podcast today. Sotirios, who is originally from Greece is currently working in Beijing and has worked in China for the last 10 years.In this very interesting interview with host Frits Bussemaker, Sotirios shares his journey into the world of robotics. He shares many anecdotes behind his age-old love for robotics and technology.Sotirios has created an incredible platform called Robociti to empower and encourage the growth of the robotics community. His goal is to make robotics accessible to everyone around the world.

Aug 28, 202132 min

S3 Ep 52How has the pandemic affected the hotel/tourism industry? | Sandeep Walia, COO, Middle East, Marriott International

The global pandemic has taken a hit on several businesses around the world. The tours and travel industry has faced a major part of this blow. However, with vaccination campaigns all over the world and a decrease in cases, people are slowly getting back to their pre covid lives.The Brand Called You welcomes senior hotelier Sandeep Walia on the podcast.In this very interesting interview, Sandeep shares the work that goes behind the mighty Marriott hotel chains. He talks about his own experience in a multinational company. And his journey from being a General Manager to becoming the Chief Operating Officer of the middle eastern region for Marriott International!Tune in to know more about Sandeep and his work!

Aug 27, 202127 min

S3 Ep 51How can Executive Coaching change your Leadership Game? | Venkat Potturu, Certified Leadership and Team Coach

In this very interesting conversation with our host Ashutosh, Venkat shares his professional journey with us. He answers some very relevant questions with respect to leadership coaching.Tune in to the full interview to get all your coaching-related questions answered by expert Venkat Potturu!

Aug 26, 202123 min

S3 Ep 50The importance of body movement in our technological lives | Shwetambari Shetty, Fitness Expert, Cult.Fit

The chaos of our technologically driven and speeding lives has made us extremely carefree about a lot of things. Whatever we need is now available at the click of a button or phone call. This extreme reliance on technology has affected the way we prioritize our health.The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome fitness guru Shwetambari Shetty on the podcast today! Shwetambari is a fitness expert at Cult Fit. And in today’s very motivating interview, she shares with us her journey in the fitness industry. Shwetambari opines the increasing importance of body movement. She believes that activity as common as walking can also make a big difference. She throws light on the power of natural and seasonal foods. Shweta also tells her about her book!

Aug 25, 202127 min

S3 Ep 49The fight against gender inequality in Africa | Lotte Davis, Gender Equality and Education Champion

Over the years, women have managed to win over many fundamental rights. However, even today, the fight against gender equality persists. Gender biases are rooted very strongly in our cultures for them to just vanish.The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome activist Lotte Davis on the podcast today. Lotte is a South African who has done some incredible work in the business as well as the social sector. She is the Founder of AG Hair, a venture she established in the hair care business in Canada.After which she turned back to her roots in Africa and founded a non-profit called One Girl Can Can. This venture offers mentorships and scholarships specifically for girls.

Aug 24, 202128 min

S3 Ep 48How English language is still a barrier for many Indian youngsters | Janki Vasant, Founder, Samvedna

Education is a very important part of our lives. As such a vital institution, education builds up society as a whole. While it is an institution that enriches humans, education sadly depends on privilege. Being unable to afford basic and right education is one of the biggest reasons for illiteracy in India.The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome a very accomplished leader from Gujrat, Janki Vasant. Janki is the Founder of Samvedna and the recipient of Nari Shakti Puruskar Award.Janki has done some amazing work in the field of education over the years. The ground level work done by her has helped a large number of youngsters and women. Education empowerment has been her motive and she has worked endlessly towards it!

Aug 23, 202127 min

S3 Ep 47What are the ESG norms? | Shailesh Haribhakti, Citizen of the World

The number of startups and businesses has seen a massive increase in India over the decade. Technology and innovation have made it easy for anyone to understand and launch their ventures.The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome a ‘citizen of the world’, Shailesh Haribhakti on the podcast. Shailesh is a pioneer, an entrepreneur, an innovator, he’s a board chairman and is also an educationist. He is passionate about the environmental issues of the country and has gained immense knowledge of the same.In conversation with our host, Shailesh shares his many experiences. He speaks about the ESG and its relevance in the Indian Corporate Sector. He also speaks about the increased consciousness amongst the Millenials and Gen Z.

Aug 21, 202125 min

S3 Ep 46Learn all about brand strategy | Falak Jalil, Global Marketer

Brands all over the world highly flourish depending on their marketing strategies and business plans. Branding is the most vital part of the business process.The Brand Called You is pleased to welcome a very experienced marketing guru from Pakistan, Falak Jalil.In an articulate interview with our host, Falak shares her journey in the world of branding. She throws light on the years of experience she has gained working for top-notch brands like Unilever and Nestle.

Aug 20, 202125 min

S3 Ep 45The Dos and Don'ts of building a successful brand | Lulu Raghavan, MD, Landor and Fitch, India

Branding is definitely one of the strongest pillars of business. If strategized properly, branding can be a game-changer for an entrepreneur.The Brand Called You welcomes a very experienced Advertising, Marketing, and Branding guru, Lulu Raghavan. Lulu is the Managing Director of Landor and Fitch. She has over two decades of experience in brand strategy.Tune in to learn about personal branding, the secret to brand strategy, the role of technology in business, and a lot more!

Aug 19, 202126 min

S3 Ep 44Supply Chain management of the mighty - British American Tobacco | Jonathan Vowels, Operations Director, British American Tobacco, SE Asia

The Brand Called You welcomes a corporate leader and member of British American Tobacco, Jonathan Vowels. Jonathan, who has joined us from Australia, is the Operations Director of British American Tobacco. He is a professional with a lot of experience in the company.He discusses with Ashutosh the supply chain management at the mighty British American Tobacco. And talks about the changes that the industry has seen over the years. Jonathan explains his work with the company and also throws light on the repercussions of the pandemic on supply chains.

Aug 18, 202126 min