The Brand Called You

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Brand Called You! In this session, host Ashutosh Garg chats with Joe Incrocci — CEO & President of IBC Consulting and author of "17 Powerful Rules That Will Save, Sustain and Scale Your Business." Tune in as Joe shares hard-earned wisdom from his decades as a turnaround specialist, the origins of his book, and practical insights into improv...

Unlock the secrets to operational excellence and high performance with George Pesansky, President of MyBlendedLearning.com and author of "Super Performance"! In this inspiring episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg dives deep into George’s three-decade career, his passion for talent-driven community impact, and the practical strategies behind his bestselling book...

Discover the magical blend of comedy and entertainment in the corporate world with Tom Elliott, a celebrated corporate event host and comedy magician from Gloucestershire, UK. In this episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg dives into Tom’s fascinating journey—from humble beginnings hosting children’s parties to captivating audiences at large corporate galas. Tom shares the secrets beh...

Entrepreneur & designer Nisha Vikram, founder of Craft Canvas , shares her inspiring journey from engineering to reimagining Indian crafts for luxury brands, cultural spaces & global recognition. A story of passion, heritage, and co-creation with artisans. 00:34- About Nisha Vikram Nisha is the founder and promoter of CraftCanvas, which is a design studio that collaborates with over 30 cra...

In this episode of The Brand Called You , Abhishek Modi — Managing Director of Modi Illva and a third-generation entrepreneur shares his journey of reviving the Modi family’s industrial legacy, creating world-class Indian liquor brands like Rockford and Singhasan, and redefining what it means to be proudly Indian in a global market. 00:37- About Abhishek Modi Abhishek is the managing director of M...

Join Peter Cauwelier on The Brand Called You , founder of TEAM.AS.ONE, about unlocking the untapped potential of teams. Discover how psychological safety drives performance, engagement, and innovation, and learn practical tools to elevate your team. 00:33- About Peter Cauwelier Peter is the founder of TEAM.AS.ONE, which is an independent consulting keynote speaking and facilitation business.  He c...

Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch shares his journey from small-town roots to West Point, the Army, and beyond—revealing how selfless service, discipline, and team culture define true leadership. 00:09- About Lt Col Oakland McCulloch Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch is the author of the 2021 release, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be. Oak is al...

Ignacio Edenburg’s life spans continents, cultures, and challenges—from his family’s escape during war to building businesses, raising a family, and leading with heart. Today, while battling myelofibrosis, he’s championing bone marrow awareness to save lives. His story is about resilience, love, and legacy. 00:14- About Ignacio Edenburg Ignacio is the CEO of Edenburg Hospitality.

In this inspiring episode of TBCY, host Stephen Ibaraki sits down with Vijay Karia, co-founder and CEO of OptiCloud, award-winning AI and climate tech entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for Indigenous rights. Vijay shares his remarkable life story—from his multicultural upbringing and early exposure to global inequities, to his professional tennis career, and his pioneering journey in technolog...

Welcome to TBCY! In this episode, host Stephen Ibaraki interviews Chris Wake, Founding Partner of Atypical Ventures. Chris shares his fascinating journey from his childhood curiosity and adoptive experience, to building and investing in groundbreaking frontier technologies. Discover how pivotal moments shaped his career, why he’s passionate about “plausible science fiction,” and how Atypical Ventu...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of TBCY (The Brand Called You)! In this candid conversation, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Hussein Hallak—entrepreneur, author of "The Dark Art of Life Mastery," and CEO of Next Decentral. Hussein shares powerful insights from his journey from Syria to Vancouver, building over 20 startups, and embracing uncertainty as a source of strength. Discove...

In this inspiring episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Stephanie Ng, Founder and CEO of Body Banter and author of "Big Bites Break Boundaries."Stephanie opens up about her deeply personal journey with an eating disorder, the cultural stigmas surrounding mental health in Hong Kong and across Asia, and how storytelling can inspire change. She revea...

From programming at 16 to building IsWhere.com, Terence’s journey is one of grit, vision, and global impact. Discover how this platform is transforming local businesses and tourism boards into storytellers, making them visible in a digital-first world. 00:33- About Terence Mak Terence is the CEO of IsWhere.com which is the location marketing platform helping to connect businesses to consumers.

Discover Tommy Kilpatrick’s extraordinary journey—from choosing homelessness in America to empowering farmers in the Philippines, building sustainable communities, and challenging the traditional credit card system. An inspiring story of faith, courage, and unconventional wisdom. 00:42- About Tommy Kilpatrick Tommy is a retired American living in the Philippines, teaching farmers how to build dome...

Dive into an inspiring conversation with Ben Hawken on The Brand Called You , exploring his transition from video storytelling to writing his debut novel Chandelier . Discover insights on creativity, discipline, authentic dialogue, and blending science, espionage, and childhood innocence. 00:34- About Ben Hawken Ben is the author of a book titled Chandelier.

Join Strategic Foresight with futurist Peter Johnson as he shares how leaders can anticipate change, embrace uncertainty, and build resilient strategies for the world of tomorrow. 00:33- About Peter Johnson Peter is a strategic foresight adviser and the founder of the Ayadee Foundation.  He's a diplomat, futurist and technologist. He's an educator, advisor and a global connector. He's...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of "The Brand Called You"! Today, Ashutosh Garg sits down with Prof. Raghav Chandra, a retired Secretary to the Government of India, acclaimed author, and Professor at IIM Calcutta. With a vast and diverse career spanning top-level bureaucracy, academia, and literature, Prof. Chandra shares powerful leadership lessons, personal anecdotes from his rema...

Welcome to another impactful episode of The Brand Called You ! Today, we’re joined by Mary Foxworth, Founder of the Foxworth Institute, and a pioneering voice in intimacy, relationships, and sexual health education in Hong Kong. Mary shares her journey from corporate banking to championing critical gaps in sexuality and relationship education, with a special focus on neurodivergent and diverse com...

Join Sarika Goel on The Brand Called You , a resilience coach from Melbourne. Discover how to navigate change, overcome self-doubt, and build sustainable confidence through empathy, self-compassion, and actionable steps. 00:33- About Sarika Goel Sarika is a resilience coach, helping you thrive through change. 

Join  Andrew Newland with Ashutosh Garg on The Brand Called You as Andrew shares his journey from running a landscaping business to revolutionizing marketing for functional medicine practices. Learn the SEO secrets, website strategies, and AI tips that help clinics attract the right patients and build lasting trust. 00:34- About Andrew Newland Andrew is the founder and CEO of Functional Medicine M...

Julie Kay Roberts shares her journey from FEMA and federal leadership to founding JK Roberts LLC and PSEMA, empowering businesses and communities to respond effectively to disasters. Learn how collaboration, technology, and preparedness build resilience across sectors. 00:36- About Julie Kay Roberts Julie is the president of JK Roberts.  She's also the president of PSEMA, which is the Private...

Discover how Ashish Gupta, CEO of ScaleUpExec, helps businesses scale, navigate crises, and transform cultures with fractional leadership and practical spirituality. Learn the power of strategy, execution, and inner stability in high-stakes decision-making. 00:33- About Ashish Gupta Ashish is the CEO of ScaleUpExec.

In this inspiring episode of TBCY (The Brand Called You), host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Jillian Reilly, acclaimed author of "The 10 Permissions" and a global expert on change and adaptation. Jillian shares her incredible journey from aid work across Africa and Asia to writing and consulting on how individuals and organizations can thrive in today’s unpredictable world. Dive deep into th...

In this captivating episode of The Brand Called You (TBCY), host Ashutosh Garg sits down with acclaimed author Lya Badgley to explore the fascinating intersections of art, politics, multicultural identities, and personal transformation in storytelling. Lya, known for her novels The Foreigner's Confession (Cambodia), The Worth of a Ruby (Myanmar), and her forthcoming The 35th Page (Bosnia), sha...

Discover how leaders who prioritize purpose and compassion create lasting impact, attract top talent, and transform lives. From childhood lessons to global initiatives, see why caring is the ultimate strategy for success. 00:11- About Khalid Mentak Khalid is the founder of the Catalyst Technology Innovation Group (CTIG) and a venture partner at Zuehlke Ventures.