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Welcome to ‘The Brand Called You’, a platform that brings you Leadership Lessons, Knowledge, Experience and Wisdom from leading Global personalities from diverse backgrounds, who have contributed significantly to make the world a better place.
Listen to the brightest minds from the world of business, startups, technology, professionals, arts and social sector. Stay in the know as we talk to high achievers and gurus from across the world.
Find out what is shaping the world.
Listen to the brightest minds from the world of business, startups, technology, professionals, arts and social sector. Stay in the know as we talk to high achievers and gurus from across the world.
Find out what is shaping the world.
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In this powerful episode of The Brand Called You, Lior Klisman, Founder and Conscious Leadership Coach, joins host Ashutosh Garg to unpack the realities of entrepreneurship, reinvention, and inner growth.Broadcasting from San Francisco, Lior shares hard-earned wisdom from scaling companies across seven countries and explains why conscious leadership is essential in today’s complex work environments.You’ll discover:What it means to lead from inner alignmentHow to overcome imposter syndromeWhy scaling yourself matters as much as scaling your companyHow to repair strained relationshipsWhy resilience is about recovery—not hustle
Join Ashutosh Garg in this insightful episode of The Brand Called You as he speaks with Dr. Ramya Kumar, Affiliate Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Washington and Visiting Scientist at CIDRZ Zambia.Dr. Kumar shares her journey from growing up in a low-income immigrant community in Massachusetts to working at the forefront of global health systems in Zambia. She explains how feminism and intersectionality shape her approach to epidemiology, health equity, and outbreak response.From investigating cholera and plague outbreaks to addressing the communication challenges seen during COVID-19, Dr. Kumar highlights critical gaps in global health — especially around dignity, lived experience, and who gets to be called an “expert.”In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why public health can create broader impact than clinical medicine • How feminist frameworks uncover structural inequities • What outbreak investigations look like on the ground • Why lived experience matters as much as scientific expertise • How health systems can prioritize dignity over surveillance • What gives hope for the future of global health
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg speaks with Dr. Amrit Chandan, Founder & CEO of Lorefully, about building businesses at the intersection of sustainability, artificial intelligence, and human impact.Dr. Chandan shares how his early work in chemical engineering led to launching Acceleron, a startup focused on sustainable battery design and circular economy solutions. He explains the scale of the global battery waste crisis and how innovative reuse models can improve energy access in developing regions.The conversation then shifts to Lorefully — a platform designed to capture and scale human expertise using AI. Dr. Chandan discusses why AI should augment human intelligence rather than replace it, the importance of ethical data practices, and the leadership qualities needed in an AI-driven future.Whether you’re a founder, sustainability advocate, board member, or young professional, this episode offers actionable insights on driving impact responsibly.
In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Poonam Barua, CEO of WILL Forum India and Chairman of the Forum for Women in Leadership.Poonam shares her evolving leadership philosophy, discusses the importance of equal opportunity, and explains why addressing the trust deficit in boardrooms is critical for India’s corporate future.From dismantling stereotypes to redesigning leadership education, this episode offers a powerful call for inclusive leadership and systemic change.If you are passionate about boardroom diversity, gender equity, and the future of corporate India, this is a must-watch.
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Norman Wolfe—Founder & CEO of Quantum Leaders and author of The Living Organization—shares how decades across Fortune 500 companies and startups led him to reimagine organizations as living entities. He explains why execution fails, how belief systems shape outcomes, and what leaders must do to build mature, resilient, and high-performing organizations.00:35- About Norman WolfeNorman is the founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders, Inc. He's the creator of the Living Organization Framework. He's an author of a book titled The Living Organization: Transforming Business to Create Extraordinary Results.He's got a new book coming out in the second quarter of 2026 which is titled, Leading the Living Organization.
In this compelling conversation, Rodger Halston shares a life shaped by art, intuition, and reinvention. From performing at age four to acting on global stages, choosing focus over comfort, and innovating in the beauty industry, his story is a masterclass in listening to your inner voice and riding life’s waves instead of fighting them.00:32- About Rodger HalstonRodger Halston is a multifaceted entertainment professional known for his work as an actor, singer, musician, writer, director and acting coach, with credits in film and television including Blue Crush 2, Scorpion King and True Detective.He is the founder and leader of Amera Distributors (also referenced as Era Beauty), where he has blended creativity and business innovation in the beauty industry.Halston is also an active speaker and storyteller with a large online following, sharing motivational insights on mindset, creativity and personal growth.
A powerful journey of an academic leader who blends information technology, STEM education, and inclusive innovation to empower learners—especially students with disabilities. From hands-on pedagogy and award-winning teaching to national and international impact, this story shows how technology can unlock human potential and transform societies.00:09- About Dr J WatthananonDr. Julaluk Watthananon is an Assistant Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology at Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi (RMUTT), Thailand, and serves as the Program Chairperson of the International Bachelor of Science in Information Science for Digital Innovation.
A remarkable journey across decades of innovation—beginning with childhood dreams of space, pivoting through early internet startups, venture capital, and real estate, and culminating in building world-class startup ecosystems in Africa. This is a story about inflection points, failure as fuel, and why Africa may power the next global innovation wave.00:16- About Philip Kent KiracofePhilip Kiracofe is a seasoned global venture builder and investor.He is the CEO and co-founder of Startupbootcamp AfriTech.He has co-founded disruptive companies and pioneered world-class startup initiatives in Africa.
Join us on this special episode of The Brand Called You as Aditi Kumar sits down with Pawan Raj Kumar, Partner at ZeCa Capital, entrepreneur, angel investor, and sustainability advocate.From scaling a family business internationally to mentoring over 100 entrepreneurs and building a sustainability-focused fund, Pawan shares insights into:Embracing challengesUnderstanding the role of luck and timingBuilding resilienceMeasuring success beyond moneyStaying endlessly curious
Join us for an insightful episode of The Brand Called You as host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Anita Kishore, PhD, ACC — Executive Coach, Facilitator, and Instructor based in New York City.In this engaging conversation, Anita shares her fascinating career journey from scientist to management consultant and ultimately to executive coach. She reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped her path and the people-centered motivations that guided her transition.Anita offers practical wisdom on balancing candor with empathy, addressing blind spots among high-achieving leaders, and navigating the systemic and internal barriers faced by women and underrepresented professionals. She also explores the transformative role of mindfulness and emotional intelligence in building resilience, enhancing decision-making, and strengthening self-awareness.Whether you are an executive, an emerging leader, or someone navigating a meaningful career pivot, this episode delivers actionable insights for leading with clarity, compassion, and purpose.
In this episode of “The Brand Called You,” host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Salim Dewji, entrepreneur and advisory board expert, about how advisory boards function, why they matter, and how leaders can unlock their full potential.Salim shares insights on: • The real purpose of advisory boards • How CEOs can determine if they need one • The difference between advisory and corporate boards • Key elements for building high-performing boards • Diversity, innovation, and digital transformation • Accountability and performance measurement • Compensation models and refreshing board composition • What future-ready advisory boards will require
In this insightful conversation, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Gagan Gupta, Founder of Turn Left for Less and Points Architect, about maximizing travel points, flying business class for less, and transforming travel from a business expense into a strategic asset.Gagan shares his journey—from booking his first business-class flight on points to building a consultancy that helps founders save thousands on premium travel.Discover:The most common mistakes people make with loyalty programsWhy travel points are a misunderstood assetHow to build a resilient, long-term points strategyHidden value inside airline alliancesHow to future-proof your travel rewards
Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Brand Called You. In this conversation, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Reuven Shelef, Founder and CEO of OUT OF THE BOX Consulting, strategic engineer, and creator of the “Untangling Complex Challenges” methodology.Discover the journey that led him into management consulting, how he integrates logic and intuition, and why empathy and vulnerability are critical for solving today’s toughest challenges. He also shares practical leadership insights on fostering curiosity, navigating technological disruption, and transforming teams.If you are facing complex decisions, feeling stuck, or seeking greater clarity in leadership and life, this episode offers actionable wisdom you can apply immediately.
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Calvin Schwartz—an award-winning author, novelist, journalist, college lecturer, and podcaster—on The Brand Called You. Hosted by Ashutosh Garg, this episode dives deep into Calvin Schwartz’s unique journey from pharmacy to storytelling, the spiritual roots behind his acclaimed novel, There’s a Tortoise in My Hair: A Journey to Spirit, and his lifelong commitment to environmental advocacy.Discover how Calvin navigated significant career shifts, overcame limiting beliefs, and found purpose in writing and environmentalism. Gain fresh perspectives on leadership, climate optimism, the power of dark humor in literature, and spiritual awakening—especially when it intersects with mental health.Whether you’re passionate about personal growth, spirituality, environmental change, or storytelling, this episode will leave you inspired and reflective. Don’t miss Calvin Schwartz’s compelling insights, life lessons, and his advice on embracing the slow and steady path—much like the tortoise in his hair.
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Bassel Hamwi, CEO of HamwiConsult, as he speaks with Ashutosh Garg on The Brand Called You.Drawing from over three decades of global experience—including leadership roles at the World Bank and International Finance Corporation—Bassel shares powerful insights on leadership, governance, resilience, and family enterprise continuity.This episode explores:Leadership lessons learned through failureGovernance practices that sustain family businesses across generationsWhat boards must do differentlyHow CEOs can build resilience in volatile global environmentsFuture-ready leadership in the age of AI
Welcome to a transformative episode of The Brand Called You. Host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Pete Sacco—entrepreneur, technologist, and modern-day mystic—for a powerful exploration of leadership, artificial intelligence, spirituality, and personal transformation.Pete shares the early influences that shaped his worldview and explains how working at the forefront of AI, data centers, and innovation has deepened his understanding of human consciousness and collective evolution. Drawing from his book Living in Bliss, he opens up about overcoming burnout, integrating mind, body, and spirit, and redefining success in practical terms.If you want to learn how entrepreneurs can thrive in the age of AI while protecting their well-being and preserving what is uniquely human, this episode is for you.
Welcome to another episode of TBCY.Today, we are joined by Bronwyn Williams — Futurist, Economist, Trend Analyst at Flux Trends, and Author.In this engaging conversation with host Ashutosh Garg, Bronwyn explores the science and art behind “futurenomics,” examines the real impact of AI on the modern workforce, and shares powerful lessons from organizations that failed to adapt.The tension between short-term wins and long-term consequencesHow AI is reshaping value, labor, and societyWhy Africa holds unique opportunities that many futurists overlookThe importance of agency and rejecting a deterministic view of the future
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg sits down with Aakanksha Gupta, Founder & CEO of The Other Circle, to explore the evolving world of reputation strategy and crisis communication.From overcoming industry biases to building a modern PR firm rooted in authenticity, Aakanksha shares actionable frameworks and real-world insights. The discussion covers CEO profiling, crisis management, internal communication, and the skills leaders need in an AI-driven future.Key Topics Covered:Power, narrative, and influence in communicationBreaking industry norms as a young woman leaderReputation strategies across entertainment, pharma, education, and D2CCrisis communication frameworksCEO profiling best practicesTrust and cultural fluency in the AI era
Award-winning filmmaker and author Barnet Bain joins The Brand Called You to explore creativity, belonging, ego, and the daily practice of friendship. Drawing from Hollywood, spirituality, and his book How to Be a Friend in an Unfriendly World, Bain reflects on connection, self-awareness, and remembering the love at the heart of all relationships.00:38- About Barnet BainBarnet is an award winning filmmaker and an author. His latest book is titled How to Be a Friend in an Unfriendly World.
Ari’s journey is shaped not just by elite science, AI, and entrepreneurship—but by deeply human inflection points: a lifelong friendship, the perspective gained through parenthood, and the transformative power of love. This conversation explores how freedom to be different, multidisciplinary thinking, and compassion built a technologist who now measures success by impact, service, and meaning—not titles or credentials.00:09- About Ari SmithAri Smith is an accomplished technology leader and AI expert with a foundation in math and computer science from the MIT ecosystem, where he also co-founded and successfully exited a software startup acquired by a major technology company.He has served in senior technical and strategic roles—including as a Solutions Architect at Microsoft and as CTO of an elite AI engineering firm—while developing patented technologies and advising global organizations.Beyond core technology leadership, Ari engages in interdisciplinary initiatives, from sustainable innovation ventures to serving on the board of a major autism advocacy organization, demonstrating his commitment to impactful, human-centered applications of AI.
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