AsiaBizStories - Entrepreneurs in Action

Raphael Cohen is an entrepreneur that specialises in the development, implementation and support of new internet companies in Asia. In this episode he gives insights into the challenges faced when creating a startup in the Hotel Booking industry and gives advice to just starting out entrepreneurs. Show Notes: Introduction: (00:00.0 – 00:01.9) The host introduces the episode and the guest, Ra...

The Entrepreneurs Breakfast (Shanghai) is the informal mentorship event organised by Entrepreneurs Asia Entrepreneurs are given about eight minutes to present their business, talk about your current challenges Other entrepreneurs will then ask questions, challenge the model, provide honest feedback and give suggestions on how to solve problems. Regular attendance allows entrepreneurs to become acc...

Michael Zakkour, is an author, writer, public speaker and lecturer. In this episode he talks about his latest book “ Chinese Super Consumers ” and the influence that they are around the world, as well as general insights and advice that can help business formulate their strategy. Show Notes: Introduction: (0:00.0 – 1:05.2) Introduction to the guest, Michael Zakour, an expert on t...

Michelle Yeh, a health & beauty industry expert and green lifestyle advocate, as the founder and CEO explains the motivation behind GREEN & Gorgeous, formerly known as myLOHAS beauty  – China’s first natural healthy beauty & lifestyle company , how being green doesn’t mean you have to compromise on beauty, a vision for online commerce, how to evaluate the advice given by ot...

Jean Zimmermann gives a very personal and passionate view of his journey to create China’s first home grown luxury cosmetics brand, Ba Yan Ka La. The professional challenges, the personal challenge that almost lost him the company, and it’s impact; and advises that maybe you should consider taking. Show Notes: Introduction (0:00-0:30): Neville J McKenzie, the host, introduces John Zimmerman, CEO o...

Stone Shi Stone Shi explains, how he sees himself and the motivation behind his startup ‘BonApp’ formerly ‘IndulgeSmart’. The keys vital to success and the criteria used to select both investors and partners. An approach to relaxation that he applies and instills in his colleagues, and advice he gives to someone just starting. Title: Introduction and Background (00:00.5, 01:24.7) Intro...