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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Reinventing Leadership: Insights on Conscious Growth with Lior Klisman, Founder & Conscious Leadership Coach
<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>You’ll discover:</p><p>What it means to lead from inner alignment<br></p><p>How to overcome imposter syndrome<br></p><p>Why scaling yourself matters as much as scaling your company<br></p><p>How to r...
Dr. Ramya Kumar: Affiliate Assistant Professor at the University of Washington on Feminist Perspectives in Epidemiology & Global Health
<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>From investigating cholera and plague outbreaks to addressing the communication challenges seen during COVID-19, Dr...
Building Lorefully: Dr. Amrit Chandan, Founder & CEO, on Sustainability, AI, and the Power of Experience
<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>The conversation then shifts to Lorefully — a platform designed to capture and scale human expertise using AI...
Poonam Barua, CEO, WILL Forum India; Chairman, Forum for Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers in Corporate India
<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>From dismantling stereotypes to redesigning leadership education, this episode offers a powerful call for inclusive leadership and systemic change.</p><p>If you are passionate about boardroom diversity, gender equity, and the future of corporate India, this is...
When Organizations Come Alive | Norman Wolfe, Founder and CEO, Quantum Leaders, Inc
<p>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.</p><p>00:35- About Norman Wolfe</p><p>Norman is the founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders, Inc. </p><p>He's the creator of the Living Organization Framework. He's an author of a book titled The Living Organization: Transforming Business to Cr...
The Art of Becoming | Rodger Halston, Actor, Musician, Beauty Entrepreneur, Social Media Influencer
<p>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.</p><p>00:32- About Rodger Halston</p><p>Rodger 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.</p><p>...
Engineering Inclusion Through Education | Dr J Watthananon, Assistant Dean, Rajamangala University of Tech Thanyaburi, Thailand
<p>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.</p><p>00:09- About Dr J Watthananon</p><p>Dr. 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.</p>
From Space Dreams to Startup Reality | Philip Kent Kiracofe, CEO and Co-Founder, Startupbootcamp AfriTech
<p>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.</p><p>00:16- About Philip Kent Kiracofe</p><p>Philip Kiracofe is a seasoned global venture builder and investor.</p><p>He is the CEO and co-founder of Startupbootcamp AfriTech.</p><p>He has co-founded disruptive companies and pioneered world-class startup initiatives in Africa.</p>
Pawan Raj Kumar: Entrepreneur, Poet, and Partner at ZeCa Capital on Embracing Change, Luck & Lifelong Curiosity
<p>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.</p><p>From scaling a family business internationally to mentoring over 100 entrepreneurs and building a sustainability-focused fund, Pawan shares insights into:</p><p>Embracing challenges<br></p><p>Understanding the role of luck and timing<br></p><p>Building resilience<br></p><p>Measuring success beyond money<br></p>Staying endlessly curious
Unlocking Leadership with Empathy: Anita Kishore, PhD, ACC – Executive Coach, Facilitator & Instructor
<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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 un...
