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Founder in the Chair is more than just a podcast—it’s a platform where real stories meet real ambition.
Every business has a beginning, but what truly drives an entrepreneur to take the leap? What fuels their resilience through the highs and lows? In each episode, we dive deep into the why behind the brand, uncovering the personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs of founders from all industries.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a business owner looking for inspiration, or simply someone who loves hearing raw and honest stories of success, failure, and perseverance—this podcast is for you.
Your story matters. Your journey is worth sharing. And Founder in the Chair is here to help you tell it.
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Aman Brar is the definition of real, raw and unstoppable. From raising three children to creating content that makes millions feel seen, she has built an empire on authenticity, chaos and culture - without ever compromising who she is. In this honest and vibrant conversation, Aman opens up about motherhood, Punjabi identity, online judgement, and what it truly takes to stay grounded while growing a platform. 🎧 Episode Highlights: Aman’s journey to becoming the internet’s “Punjabi queen”How sh...
Most “transformations” fail because they start with food and workouts. Rowan starts with identity. After walking away from accounting, he spent over 20 years coaching at the intersection of mind, body, and life - helping women rebuild their boundaries, bandwidth, and belief so that change actually lasts. 🎧 Episode Highlights: The Meraki Method - 12 emotional pillars that create permanent transformationWhy “just be consistent” doesn’t work (and what to do instead)How guilt, people-pleasing, an...
What happens when a woman walks away from a secure career to follow her soul’s calling? After six years of infertility, IVF heartbreak, loss, and silence within her community, Hema found her purpose - helping others rise through the same pain. This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply healing. 🎧 Episode Highlights: How Hema transformed from dentist to fertility coach after her own IVF journeyWhy silence around infertility is damaging - especially in South Asian homesThe emotional toll fert...
What happens when a 15-year-old girl refuses to follow tradition and chooses her own destiny? Meet Neelam Challoner - multi-award-winning coach, author, and founder of Designer Life. A woman who walked away from expectation to build a life rooted in faith, purpose, and bold self-belief. Her journey is powerful, honest, and deeply empowering - a masterclass in courage, conviction, and reinvention. 🎧 Episode Highlights: Saying “no” to arranged marriage at 15 - and taking control of her futureFr...
From postnatal depression to national recognition - Sharifa Begum’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. After facing isolation, anxiety, and a loss of identity as a new mother, Sharifa found strength in connecting women, building confidence, and creating space for shared stories. That spark became the SHE Awards UK - a platform that now celebrates and uplifts thousands of women across the country. 🎧 In this episode: How motherhood changed Sharifa’s life and identityTurning p...
What happens when you finally stop running from your feelings? In this powerful and moving conversation, Sukhvinder (“Suky”) Grewal opens up about his journey from emotional disconnection to self-awareness — and how becoming a counsellor helped him heal himself first. After 15 years in the civil service, a single counselling course changed the direction of his life. Today, he’s a qualified therapist, clinical supervisor, couples counsellor, and author of The Bus Driver’s Son, a novel inspired...
When you stand for something, you’ll be tested. In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, Imran Savas, founder of Tape UK, shares how he built one of the UK’s most values-driven business platforms — without investors, without shortcuts, and without compromising on purpose. From growing up on free school meals to becoming Entrepreneur of the Year 2024, Imran’s journey is a story of faith, resilience, and leadership built on integrity. He opens up about turning down corporate offers, lead...
When a parent heals, an entire generation transforms. In this deeply honest and heartfelt conversation, Aman Kaur shares how heartbreak led her to discover her purpose — helping parents heal their own wounds so their children can thrive. Through her work as The Mindful Parenting Coach, Aman guides families to move beyond reaction and toward connection, showing that the most powerful parenting starts with inner awareness. ✨ In this episode: How Aman turned divorce and trauma into a journey of ...
After years of pushing herself to do it all, Deepa Bhatti hit burnout — physically, mentally, and emotionally. What followed was a journey of rediscovery that led her to build Alpha Camp UK, a space for women to reconnect with their bodies, rebuild confidence, and find strength through community. In this episode, Deepa opens up about the turning point that forced her to slow down, the lessons learned through recovery, and why she now champions balance over burnout. Her story is one of honesty...
Born in Uganda and raised in the UK, Sonal Dave has lived a life defined by resilience, reinvention, and purpose. Diagnosed at birth with congenital hip dysplasia and living with hidden disabilities and chronic pain, she faced barriers at every stage — but refused to let them define her. After a successful career in the civil service, rising to Deputy Director, Sonal reinvented herself at the age of 50, becoming one of the UK’s few Asian female celebrants and toastmasters, as well as a sought...
From running around her parents’ factory as a child to helping lead the second generation of her family business, Joti Reehal’s story has come full circle. What started with a career in IT — cut short by arthritis and chronic pain — became the spark that led her back to fabrics, furnishings, and the world she grew up in. For the last 22 years, Joti has worked in her family’s manufacturing business while building her own brand, Asraana, where she brings bespoke soft furnishings to homes, comme...
Growing up in 1970s Britain, Thushara Collins and her family faced racism and even physical attacks simply for being different. Those challenges built her resilience and independence — qualities that would carry her through motherhood, study, and a remarkable legal career. From taking her law exams just six weeks after a C-section, to building an award-winning law firm while navigating an abusive marriage, Thushara’s journey is one of grit, perseverance, and transformation. After 22 years, sh...
✨ What if the struggles you face today aren’t random — but patterns carried from past lives? In this episode of Founder in the Chair, Veena sits down with Gautami, an astrologer, numerologist, and past life regression therapist, to explore how karma, energy, and soul lessons shape our life path. From Bollywood beginnings to guiding people through their karmic cycles, Gautami’s story is one of deep transformation. She explains how past life regression reveals root causes, why every soul choose...
From just two sarees to a thriving fashion and community brand — this is the inspiring story of Sana, the founder of Mona Lisa Sarees and the force behind the Mona Lisa Pop-Up Shops. At just 19, Sana moved to the UK with no business experience. What started as a search for the perfect outfit for her daughter’s first birthday has grown into a legacy brand redefining South Asian fashion and creating a supportive platform for hundreds of small businesses. In this episode of Founder in the Chair,...
From redundancy to resilience, Kaneez Nabijee’s story is one of transformation and purpose. After leaving a 13-year career in finance, Kaneez took a leap into the unknown — building Dr. Expat, a medical recruitment and licensing consultancy that’s now a trusted name across the UAE and GCC. In this conversation with host Veena Nayyar, Kaneez opens up about: How her brother’s struggle with Dubai’s medical licensing inspired Dr. ExpatThe challenges of running a business in the UAE’s ever-changin...
From childhood trauma and a life-changing firework accident to battling depression and rejection in Bollywood, Nina’s journey is one of resilience, passion, and self-belief. In this episode of Founder in the Chair, she shares how dance became her healing outlet, the challenges she faced building a business in a new country, and the single act of support that brought 15 new students through her door. We talk about: How Nina turned pain into purpose through dance 💃Overcoming physical scars and ...
What happens when you hit burnout and realise you’ve been living on autopilot? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Mandeep Bains — financial advisor, father, and truth-seeker — to talk about the moment he lost himself… and how he found purpose again. We explore masculinity, identity, faith, and what it really takes to leave a legacy that lasts. 💬 From the personal to the practical, Mandeep also breaks down how to protect your wealth, reduce tax, and make sure what you’ve built goes to y...
Dayalan Mahesan is an entrepreneur, speaker, coach, connector and soon-to-be first-time author. He thrives on helping people on their property journeys as well as encouraging and connecting business owners to help their businesses grow. You can find me here: Website: www.dmkw.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dayalanmahesan_property?igsh=MTdvcWIxdXZrYnpo&utm_source=qr Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075033860855 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/day...
At ESQUE, Aisha doesn’t just create perfumes; she crafts an experience. An experience that speaks to the heart, the mind, and the soul. Every scent she created tells a story—stories of inspiration, memories, and emotions that transcend time and place. Instagram https://instagram.com/esqueparfum?igshid=24c8daa4nu4q Website https://esqueparfum.com/ Email info@esqueparfum.com TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@esqueparfum?_t=ZN-8y36Ys0j3mI&_r=1 If you have a story to share, to ...
Mandeep Kaur Gandham is a mindset coach, master manifestor and founder of The Positive Mindset Company, a movement helping people maintain a happy, aligned balance in their lives, while avoiding burnout. Known for blending soulful spirituality with practical mindset tools, her work is rooted in mindfulness, the Law of Attraction and intentional living. In this episode, Mandeep shares practical mindset techniques to fit into even the busiest of schedules. Website: https://www.thepositivemind...
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