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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Unlocking Healthcare AI and Patient Empowerment | Paul Swider, CEO & Chief AI Officer, RealActivity
<p>In this episode of TBCY, we explore the remarkable career and insights of Paul Swider, CEO and Chief AI Officer of RealActivity. The conversation covers pivotal moments in his life, early entrepreneurial lessons, and a professional journey driven by curiosity, service, and a passion for technology and healthcare.</p><p>The discussion explores his expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem, leadership in global technology communities, and the development of practical software solutions for healthcare operations. Key themes include his evolution from hardware tinkering to pioneering healthcare AI solutions, the inspiration behind Tula, his open-source patient health agent, and his commitment...
Personalizing Education for India’s Future: Vivek Varshney, Founder & CEO of SpeEdLabs
<p>How can technology make quality education accessible to millions of students across India?</p><p>Join us for an insightful episode of The Brand Called You, featuring Vivek Varshney, Founder and CEO of SpeEdLabs. In this conversation, hosted by Ashutosh Garg, Vivek shares his journey from a Hindi-medium school to IIT Kanpur and IIM Lucknow, explaining how his academic experiences and professional journey shaped his vision for transforming Indian education.</p><p>Discover how SpeEdLabs uses technology to personalize learning, bridge educational gaps in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, and prepare students for the future.</p><p>The discussion explores:<...
Building the Global AI Ecosystem: Dan E. Khoo (CEO, WITSA) & Anders Halvorsen (VP, WITSA) on Innovation, Policy & the Future of Technology
<p>In this episode of The Brand Called You, the conversation explores the evolving global technology landscape, artificial intelligence, international industry collaboration, and the pioneering work of WITSA (World Innovation, Technology & Services Alliance).</p><p>Featuring Dan E. Khoo, CEO, and Anders Halvorsen, VP of WITSA, the discussion examines the contributions of global technology leaders, the growing influence of national technology associations, and the transformative role of international platforms such as the World Congress on Innovation and Technology (WCIT) and the Global AI Summit.</p><p>A major highlight of the conversation is the launch of the WITSA Global AI...
Realizing Empathy in Tech: Seung Chan Lim (Slim), Founder of Kru, on Leadership, Creativity, and Human-Centered Innovation
<p>In this episode of The Brand Called You (TBCY), we sit down with Seung Chan Lim, also known as Slim, the founder of Kru.</p><p>Slim’s remarkable journey spans computer science, fine art, business, coaching, and human-centered design. Discover how his experiences growing up across cultures, his encounters with influential mentors, and his transition from technology to art school shaped his unique perspective.</p><p>The conversation explores the relationship between empathy, innovation, and leadership. Slim explains the idea of “realizing empathy” as a shift in perspective and shares why understanding people is essential for personal growth and or...
Revolutionising Sales with AI: Sahil Aggarwal, Co-founder & CEO of Von and Rattle
<p>How is AI transforming sales, revenue operations, and the future of work?</p><p>In this episode of The Brand Called You, we explore AI-driven sales innovation, entrepreneurship, and business transformation with Sahil Aggarwal, Co-founder and CEO of Von and Rattle.</p><p>Sahil shares how his experiences in consulting, product leadership, and entrepreneurship shaped his approach to building technology companies. He explains the strategic thinking behind transitioning from Rattle to Von, an AI intelligence layer designed specifically for revenue teams.</p><p>The conversation explores Von's specialised AI capabilities, including context graph technology, organisational memory, and integration with...
The Soul Edge of Leadership: Ernesto Gomez, Author of The Soul Edge and Founder & CEO of Aspen Mindset One, on Human-Centric Leadership in the Age of AI
<p>In this episode of The Brand Called You, we welcome Ernesto Gomez, author of The Soul Edge: Leading at the Human Frontier in the Age of Intelligence and Founder and CEO of Aspen Mindset One.</p><p>Join us for an insightful conversation about leadership in the age of artificial intelligence, the limitations of traditional performance models, and the importance of leveraging what makes us uniquely human.</p><p>Ernesto shares his journey from food-service entrepreneur to CHRO of a $9 billion company, the mental shifts he experienced along the way, and why he believes the future of leadership is...
Building Asia’s Premier Mystery Audit Firm | Kapel Malhotra, Founder & Managing Director of Total Solutions Group
<p>In this episode of The Brand Called You, we welcome Kapel Malhotra, Founder & Managing Director of Total Solutions Group, a company described as one of Asia’s leading mystery audit firms.</p><p>The conversation explores Kapel’s entrepreneurial journey, his early entry into business after qualifying as a Chartered Accountant at the age of 22, and his transition from auditing to building a specialized mystery audit business.</p><p>A central theme is the importance of bridging the gap between management perceptions and actual customer experiences. The discussion examines how AI, automation, and data analytics are transforming the mystery audi...
BOSS Leadership & the Power of Kindness | Susie Gidseg, Author and Corporate Leader
<p>In this insightful conversation, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Susie Gidseg, author of BOSS: Becoming the Leader You Always Wished You Had, about her leadership journey, the challenges of managing a team during the pandemic, and the importance of building a workplace culture rooted in kindness, trust, and authenticity.</p><p>Why are so many high-performing professionals promoted into management without being taught how to lead? How can leaders build genuine trust, deliver difficult feedback with kindness, and guide their teams through uncertainty?</p><p>Susie shares practical insights on the “high performer paradox,” the power of vulnerability, and the...
Unveiling the True Self: Acharya Nilay on Practical Spirituality and Self-Inquiry
<p>What does it mean to discover your true self beyond personality, conditioning, and societal expectations?</p><p>In this thought-provoking episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Acharya Nilay, a spiritual teacher, author, and speaker, about practical spirituality, self-inquiry, and the search for deeper self-understanding.</p><p>Drawing on his experiences and reflections, Acharya Nilay explores how childhood curiosity can lead to deeper questions about life, why conventional definitions of success may not bring lasting fulfillment, and how our identification with thoughts, emotions, and social roles shapes our understanding of ourselves.</p><p>The conversation...
Transforming Indirect Procurement: Anish Popli, CEO & Founder of ProcMart, on Disrupting Supply Chains
<p>How is technology transforming indirect procurement and reshaping manufacturing supply chains?</p><p>In this episode of The Brand Called You, we speak with Anish Popli, CEO & Founder of ProcMart, about his entrepreneurial journey and the challenges of digitizing indirect procurement.</p><p>Anish explains how fragmented vendor management creates hidden costs for enterprises, why traditional suppliers need accessible digital solutions, and how ProcMart builds trust with large organizations. He also discusses balancing the needs of enterprise buyers and suppliers, scaling across industries, and his vision for a connected manufacturing procurement ecosystem.</p><p>In this episode, discover:</p><...
