Leverage Asia Conversations

Leverage Asia Conversations brings you in-depth discussions with Asia’s most dynamic leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Each episode uncovers the stories, strategies, and insights behind their success as they navigate the complexities of global markets, build cross-border connections, and redefine what it means to lead on the world stage. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or professional with ambitions to expand into new markets, this podcast equips you with actionable lessons and inspiring narratives to help you connect, thrive, and leave your mark. Join us as we explore the intersections of business, culture, and ambition, and celebrate the individuals shaping Asia’s influence in the world.

#10 — 3 Lessons to Build a Global Empire After Google (Leverage Asia S1 E10)

Featuring Jesse Lin, serial entrepreneur and founder of Avano, an innovative company transforming accounting services through technology.Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!3 Lessons from Google Acquisition to Building a Global Accounting Empire1. The Power of Culture: Jesse emphasized how strong company culture at Wildfire Interactive (the startup acquired by Google) was crucial to its success, and he carried that lesson into building his own company.2. Scaling Smartly: Jesse discussed how leveraging overseas talent, particularly in the Philippines, allowed his company to scale more efficiently and remain profitable from day one.3. Commit Fully: Jesse reflected on how commitment is essential to entrepreneurial success. He realized that fully committing to the entrepreneurial path was key to growth and avoiding regret.

09-30
01:27:32

#9 — Becoming the #1 AI Startup from Vietnam (Leverage Asia S1 E9)

Featuring Tham Nguyen and Mai Quang Tuan, cofounders of MindPal the Hottest AI Startup in Vietnam!Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

09-25
01:23:50

#8 — Think Japan is ONLY for sushi lovers and anime fans? (Leverage Asia S1 E8)

Featuring Risa Kazui, Japan's very own Batgirl—consultant by day and startup champion by night!Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

09-17
01:20:57

#7 — From $100M Microsoft Exit to Scaling VC Success (Leverage Asia S1 E7)

Featuring Aviram Jenik, the founding partner of Rabbit Ventures.Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

09-07
48:53

#6 — Building a $100M+ Powerhouse: 9M Users in Just 3 Years (Leverage Asia S1 E6)

Featuring Thanh Le, the founder and visionary of Southeast Asia's crypto powerhouse Coin98.Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

08-29
27:33

#5 — From Samsung to Google to a $510M Exit (Leverage Asia S1 E5)

Featuring Chang Kim ("CK"), the serial entrepreneur and angel investor who founded Tapas Media and exited it to Kakao for $510M. Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

08-21
49:02

#4 — Taking the Road Less Traveled (Leverage Asia S1 E4)

Featuring Amanda Cua, the founder and CEO of BackScoop.Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

08-14
59:49

#3—Crypto Hub of Asia?! (Leverage Asia S1 E3)

Featuring Anh Tran, the head of Solana Superteam Vietnam and SEA. Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

08-08
21:15

#2 — Culture is Destiny! (Leverage Asia S1 E2)

Featuring Adrian Latortue, investor and portfolio manager at AVV. Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

08-06
22:49

#1 — McDonald's is better in Asia than America?! (Leverage Asia S1 E1)

Featuring Ryan Galloway — Southeast Asia fintech enthusiast and the Country Director for Funding Societies Vietnam. Leverage Asia brings you exclusive interviews with trailblazers leveraging opportunities between Asia and America to cultivate global friendships, business expansion, and financial growth!

08-01
20:56

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