The Brand Called You
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.
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Faith-Driven Leadership | Rev Kevin T Taylor, Author, 'A Charge to Keep'; Pastor, Israel A.M.E. Church, Albany, NY
<p>A powerful conversation with Reverend Kevin T. Taylor on navigating leadership through faith, integrity and context — from financial crises to moral dilemmas and community upliftment. A masterclass in making decisions that honor both excellence and conviction.</p><p>00:36- About Rev Kevin T Taylor</p><p>Kevin is an author of a book titled A Charge to Keep.</p><p>He's a pastor at the Israel A.M.E. Church, Albany, NY.</p>
Building the Metaverse Together | Neil Trevett, President, Khronos Group; Chair of the Metaverse Standards Forum
<p>A deep dive into Neil’s extraordinary journey through 3D graphics, GPU evolution, open standards, and the creation of the Metaverse Standards Forum—uniting global stakeholders to build an open, interoperable, and equitable metaverse for all.</p><p>00:47- About Neil Trevett</p><p>Neil Trevett has served as the elected president of the Khronos Group for more than 20 years and most recently founded and now serves as the President and Chairman of the Metaverse Standards Forum.</p>
Rewriting World Order | Prof Glenn Diesen, Professor, University of South-Eastern Norway
<p>Professor Glenn Diesen breaks down shifting power dynamics across Russia, Europe, China, India and the US — revealing why multipolarity, strategic autonomy and new economic corridors are reshaping global governance.</p><p>00:33- About Prof Glenn Diesen</p><p>Glen is the professor at the University of South-Eastern Norway.</p>
India’s Startup Surge | Vandana Tolani, Founder and CEO, Convanto
<p>A sharp look into India’s fast-maturing startup ecosystem with Vandana Tolani of Convanto—from funding detox and sector momentum to what truly makes a startup fundable. A candid conversation on trust, tier-2 ambition, global capital, and the mindset founders need to scale sustainably.</p><p>00:37- About Vandana Tolani</p><p>Vandana is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Convanto, which is one of the most influential figures in India's startup and investment ecosystem. </p><p>She's been awarded, recognized and felicitated several times. </p>
Dr. Hosen Kiat: World-Renowned Cardiologist on Bridging Eastern and Western Healing Traditions
<p>Discover groundbreaking insights at the intersection of Western and Eastern medicine in this episode of TBCY, featuring world-renowned cardiologist, researcher, and author Dr Hosen Kiat from Sydney, Australia. Hosted by Ashutosh Garg, this episode dives deep into Dr. Kiat’s journey—from his formative years, the influence of cultural expectations, and his rise to the top 1% of clinical medicine researchers, to his pioneering work integrating Eastern healing traditions like Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tai Chi, and Ganoderma lucidum into modern cardiology.</p><p>Learn how curiosity drives excellence, the importance of preventive care, the role of emotional and spiritual well...
Revolutionizing Biomanufacturing with AI, Justin Byers | Founder & CEO, Axio BioPharma
<p><br></p><p>Welcome to another enlightening episode of "The Brand Called You," where host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Justin Byers, Founder and CEO of Axio BioPharma. Axio is a pioneering AI biomanufacturing company, transforming how monoclonal antibodies and biologics are developed and produced by integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning into drug design and manufacturing processes.</p><p>In this episode, Justin Byers shares his unique journey from scientist to entrepreneur, the inefficiencies he noticed in traditional biomanufacturing, and how Axio BioPharma accelerates drug development timelines, reduces risk, and ensures regulatory compliance—all while respecting data privacy. Di...
Leadership Forged in Courage | Deepak Khetrapal, Fmr MD & CEO, Orient Cement Ltd
<p>A powerful conversation with Deepak Khetrapal, where he reflects on his 51-year leadership journey—from bold early decisions to fostering safety, humility, and human connection in times of crisis. His story reveals how curiosity, courage, and compassion shape extraordinary leaders.</p><p>00:31- About Deepak Khetrapal</p><p>Deepak is the former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Orient Cement Ltd.</p><p>He's also the former VC and MD of Orient Electric Ltd.</p>
Healing Childhood. Building Futures | Debbie Frisch, Founder and Executive Director, HelloBaby
<p>A powerful conversation with Debbie Frisch, founder of HelloBaby, on transforming early childhood through play, community, and compassion. From her own difficult childhood to fostering infants and building a haven for underserved families, Debbie shares how safe spaces, social connection, and love can level the playing field for children everywhere.</p><p>00:34- About Debbie Frisch</p><p>Debbie is the founder and executive director of HelloBaby, nation’s first free-standing, free-of-charge drop in play space for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.</p><p>She's also an author of a book titled Hello Baby: Building an Oasis in a Pl...
The Power & Poison of Story | William Gadea, Author, ‘ARROW - The Power and Poison of Story’
<p>A deep conversation with author and filmmaker William Gadea on the double-edged nature of stories—how they empower cultures, mislead minds, shape identities, fuel imagination, and sometimes poison our inner world. He explores Buddhism, neuroscience, and narrative psychology to reveal why stories are both our superpower and our greatest vulnerability.</p><p>00:35- About William Gadea</p><p>William is the author of a book titled ARROW - The Power and Poison of Story.</p><p>He is a Peruvian American author, a filmmaker and a Zen practitioner. </p>
Healthy Teams. High Performance. | Prof Sir Cary Cooper, CBE, Co-Author, 'Healthy High Performance’
<p>A powerful conversation with Professor Sir Cary Cooper on why employee well-being is not a perk but a strategic imperative. From culture and leadership to mental health and flexible work, he reveals how healthy people create high-performing organizations.</p><p>00:37- About Prof Sir Cary Cooper</p><p>Cary is the co-author of a book titled Healthy High Performance:Unlocking Business Success Through Employee Wellbeing.</p><p>He's the founding president of the British Academy of Management, the president of the Institute of welfare, advisor to the World Health Organization ILO and EU in the field of occupational health...
