Kasa Connect

How do you turn nostalgia into a modern startup? In this episode of Kasa Connect, we sit down with Jordan Abrahams — Head of Growth, marketing veteran, and co-founder of Neat Sweets, a low-sugar candy brand with a cult following. Jordan shares how he went from corporate FMCG to fintech and then into sweets — breaking down viral TikTok moments, lessons from failed startups, and what it really takes...

What does it really mean to stay human in a world dominated by AI? In this powerful episode of Kasa Connect, we sit down with Shae O. — Harvard PhD candidate, historian, and founder of Analog Social. From her unconventional journey through law, politics, and ballet to founding a startup incubated at Harvard’s Innovation Lab, Shae unpacks what it means to build human-first systems in a tech-saturat...

Why is it so hard to sell expensive art in India? In this episode of Kasa Connect, we sit down with Eirini M., New York-based art advisor and founder of MeSo Ventures, to explore the barriers and breakthroughs in the Indian art market. From working with collectors and interior designers to building bridges between India and the global scene, Eirini opens up about her journey from startup life to f...

We’re joined by Amardeep Parmar, co-founder of Bae HQ, a thriving community for British Asian entrepreneurs. From interviewing tech icons like the founders of Netflix and Twitter to building one of the most authentic founder communities in the UK, Amardeep opens up about the journey behind the headlines. He shares how he transitioned from corporate consulting to writing, podcasting, and launching...

Running a business is hard. Raising three kids? Even harder. Doing both at the same time? That’s exactly what Yami, founder of Yummy by Yami, is doing—and her story is one every entrepreneur and parent needs to hear. In this episode of Kasa Connect, Yami opens up about building her Colombian frozen food brand in the UK, juggling motherhood, and staying true to her roots. From overcoming grief to f...

At just 15, Nicole launched her first business. Today, she’s shaking up the £9 billion beauty market with Minky Lash, an innovative at-home lash solution that’s easy, quick, and salon-free. In this episode of Kasa Connect, Nicole opens up about building businesses from scratch in two countries, the lonely reality of solo entrepreneurship, the role of AI in growing Minky Lash, and her mission to si...

Rita Kastrati isthe founder of Pioneering People, a socially responsible fintech platform shaking up the temporary staffing space. Rita’s journey took her from working hospitality jobs to launching a platform connecting companies with temp staff, all while championing fair pay, inclusivity, and founder wellbeing. Her story is packed with lessons on building a business with purpose, storytelling wi...

The KEY to getting angel investor funding shared by Angel investor Amira Chanana. Amira explains her mission to support female founders through capital, mentorship, and empathy. She unpacks what angel investing actually is, why it’s more accessible than you think, and how she evaluates founders beyond just numbers. From cap tables to mindset, Amira offers transparent advice for both aspiring inves...

In this episode of Kasa Connect, we’re joined by Bethany, founder of Orchid Marketing, to uncover the real key to building a strong personal brand — and the confidence to carry it. Having transitioned from corporate marketing to launching her own business, Bethany shares the unfiltered truth about what personal branding really means: it’s about strategic storytelling, not oversharing. She opens up...

In this episode of Kasa Connect, we sit down with Seb, the 21-year-old founder and CEO of Atlantis, a high-end commercial cleaning company taking over London’s fitness and hospitality sector. From selling bracelets in school to signing contracts with top-tier gyms, Seb shares how his obsession with detail built a brand known for consistency, innovation, and quality. 🚀 If you’ve ever wondered: • H...

In this episode of Kasa Connect, we’re joined by Tanya Shukla, the founder of Dome Vitamins — a health-focused startup using chocolate to fight iron deficiency in a smarter, more delicious way. From creating her recipe to getting stocked in retail, Tanya breaks down how she built Dome from the ground up while juggling multiple ventures. 🚀 If you’ve ever wondered: • How to stand out in the vitamin...

We sit down with Nele Wessels, a serial entrepreneur and the powerhouse founder behind Sypp and NeoNutrition, a company that reached a 7-figure valuation and was featured on the BBC. Nele opens up about the realities of building multiple businesses, pivoting with purpose, and mastering the mindset needed to thrive in a competitive startup world.   🎯 Episode Highlights:   This episode is packed wi...

Aalok Rai, the award-winning entrepreneur behind upLYFT, a disruptive tech wearables company that’s making waves in the healthcare space. Aalok shares his rollercoaster journey — from being rejected by investors to successfully raising funding, and the hard lessons learned along the way. 🎯 Episode Highlights: • How Aalok built upLYFT from the ground up after a challenging split with his co-founde...

🎙️ Welcome to Kasa Connect — podcast where we sit down at Kasa Café London with founders, creatives, and changemakers to dive deep into the real behind-the-scenes of their journeys - the highs, the hurdles, and everything in between. Get a first taste of what’s coming: unfiltered conversations with four inspiring founders.