The Brand Called You

In this inspiring episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Professor Kris Chatamra, Director of the Queen Sirikit Centre for Breast Cancer (QSCBC) in Bangkok, Thailand. Prof. Chatamra shares his remarkable journey from the UK back to Thailand, pioneering multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer care, and establishing groundbreaking early detection and awaren...

Join us for a captivating episode of "The Brand Called You" as we delve into the extraordinary journey of Kevin Cottam, PCC—a global nomad, professional speaker, Olympic choreographer, leadership coach, and author of "The Nomadic Mindset: Never Settle for Too Long." Discover how Kevin transitioned from figure skating and directing the grandeur of Olympic ceremonies to coaching...

In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You , award-winning author Teri M Brown shares her transformation from surviving emotional abuse to cycling 3100+ miles across America, rediscovering her strength, and becoming a beacon of resilience. From historical fiction to empowering children’s tales, her words are rooted in raw truth and authentic storytelling. 00:35- About Teri M Brown Teri is a...

In this powerful episode of The Brand Called You , Serena Low, host of The Quiet Warrior Podcast , shares her deeply personal journey from law to coaching. She speaks on identity, courage, trauma, introversion, and how quiet voices can lead revolutions. A must-listen for those seeking clarity in chaos and strength in stillness. 00:34- About Serena Low Serena is a quiet warrior coach. She's the hos...

Dr. Will Parks, former UNICEF leader and author of Graceful Leadership , shares a transformative leadership model rooted in compassion, coaching, and calm in crisis. From Iraq to the Pacific Islands, he shows how grace isn't soft—it's powerful, purposeful, and urgently needed. 00:39- About Dr Will Parks Will is a leadership coach. He is the author of Graceful Leadership , inspiring hope, c...

Paulo’s incredible path—from aspiring astronaut to pioneering bioengineer—is transforming healthcare through 3D printing and tissue engineering. With innovations like insulin-producing cell factories and customizable prosthetics, his work is redefining what's possible in medicine. 00:09- About Prof Paulo Jorge Da Silva Bartolo Paulo Bartolo is Professor at the School of Mechanical and Aerospac...

In this enlightening episode of TBCY, Stephen Ibaraki sits down with Adria L Dunn, founder of The Vine and Zero AI. Adria shares her remarkable journey from growing up with humble beginnings in Wisconsin to becoming a visionary leader driving global impact and human connection at scale. Learn how her transformative experiences, from solo travels at 18 to high-stakes finance roles in Singapore and...

Join us for an inspiring episode of TBCY’s "Leaders Who Care" series as Mark Sadovnick sits down with Reuben Ramirez, retired Assistant Chief of Police from the Dallas Police Department. Reuben shares his unique journey from growing up on a hay farm in South Texas to serving nearly three decades with Dallas PD. Dive deep into the realities of policing, the impact of secondary trauma, and...

From Melbourne to Canada to the U.S., Austin Fowler’s journey took him from quantum computing labs to global philanthropy. Inspired by Opportunity InternFrom Melbourne to Canada to the U.S. , Austin Fowler’s journey took him from quantum computing labs to global philanthropy . Inspired by Opportunity International’s “hand up, not hand out” approach , he’s building bridges between resources and the...

What does it mean to be a Chief Reframer ? Stela Lupushor joins The Brand Called You podcast to challenge outdated workplace models. From AI integration to human capital ROI, she shows how to rethink systems, not just tweak them. A must-listen for future-ready leaders. 00:31- About Stela Lupushor Stela is the founder and chief executive re-framer of Reframe. Work.  She is also the program director...

In this engaging episode of The Brand Called You , Alexander Thomson—commercial real estate leader and first Canadian chair of NAIOP. From over $2B in developments to shaping livable urban spaces, Alex shares insights on redefining success, building communities, and leading with long-term impact. 00:35- About Alexander Thomson Alex is the founder of Prevail Consultants, offering strategic guidance...

David Belt turned dumpsters into pools, junkyards into country clubs, and derelict buildings into cutting-edge tech incubators. As the founder of Newlab, he champions “critical technologies” that serve society—not just Silicon Valley. His story is a masterclass in turning constraint into creativity and vision into impact. 00:26- About David Belt David Belt is the Co-Founder and CEO at Newlab, a ha...

Discover the power of standards-based management in this insightful episode of The Brand Called You! Host Ashutosh Garg welcomes Derrick Van Mell, Principal of the Center for Management Terms and Practices, for a deep dive into why organizations desperately need common language, ethical leadership, and clearly defined standards for competence. Derrick shares pivotal moments from his own 25-year ad...

In this illuminating episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Stewart Cohen, CEO & Managing Partner of SuperStock, and Director of Stewart Cohen Pictures. Stewart shares his fascinating journey in the worlds of photography, film, and media archiving. Dive in for a structured summary complete with key timestamps and discussion highlights! [00:01:01] What Sparked Stew...

From fleeing war-torn Lebanon to skiing in Davos, to Harvard, Lehman, and beyond—Yalda’s story is one of bold pivots, fearless grit, cultural fusion, and relentless purpose. A mother of three, a global citizen, and a leader who truly cares. 00:24- About Yalda Aoukar Yalda Aoukar is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Bracket Capital, a leading private markets investor based in Los Angeles, which sh...

Anna Reger’s story is not just one of survival, but transformation. From growing up in poverty and facing tragedy to building multi-million dollar businesses and pioneering products like Flip Lok, she’s proof that resilience and purpose create unstoppable force. This episode of Leaders Who Care shines a light on how grit, grace, and bold action rewrite destinies. 00:09- About Anna Reger Anna is th...

Ever wonder how technology leaders adapt between nimble startups and tech giants, or what it truly takes to ship software that matters? In this insightful TBCY episode (S7 E062), Ashutosh Garg sits down with Thanos Diacakis—software delivery coach, fractional CTO, patent-holder, and independent consultant—to unpack 25+ years of lessons from the front lines of engineering and startup life. Below yo...

Debra Erickson, Executive Chef and Founder of The Blind Kitchen, sits down with Ashutosh Garg for an inspiring episode that explores her personal journey, the challenges and triumphs of vision loss, and her mission to empower individuals—especially those who are blind or visually impaired—to find independence in the kitchen. Below, we break down the episode using key timestamps, each reflecting an...

Pradeepa Narayanaswamy, a “Diamond Mining Coach,” joins The Brand Called You to share her journey from technologist to transformational coach. She helps high performers uncover their inner brilliance, overcome fear, shame, and burnout, and lead with clarity and courage. Her mission? To mine for diamonds, not fix dirt. 00:39- About Pradeepa Narayanaswamy Pradeepa is a Diamond Mining Coach. She help...

In this episode of The Brand Called You , Jay Sehgal, EVP of the Sehgal Foundation, shares his inspiring journey from tech professional in the U.S. to driving grassroots change in rural India. Discover his powerful insights on water, women empowerment, education, and working with communities for sustainable development. 00:40- About Jay Sehgal Jay is the Executive Vice President of the Sehgal foun...

In this episode of "The Brand Called You" (TBCY), host Stephen Ibaraki sits down with Yannis Ioannidis, the first-ever double-term President of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)—the world’s largest computing science organization. Yannis shares strategic updates on ACM's evolving vision, explores major computing trends like AI, supercomputing, and quantum, and provides an...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of TBCY featuring Aditya Kumar Jha, a remarkable high school researcher from India who's already making waves in the global STEM community. Host Stephen Ibaraki takes us through Aditya’s journey, achievements, and ambitions, highlighting how a student can truly create global impact. High school student already recognized as a global researcher Entrepreneuri...

In this episode of The Brand Called You , Ian Gotts — engineer turned entrepreneur, author, and AI advocate from British Rail to founding Elements.cloud and integrating AI agents into org charts, Ian shares powerful insights on change leadership, storytelling, and redefining success in the age of intelligent automation. 00:38- About Ian Gotts Ian Gotts is a founder & CEO of the Elements.cloud....

Dan Corbin went from fixing satellites to crafting one-of-a-kind jewelry, guided by intuition, grit, and a belief in lasting memories. Discover how a chance meeting and a career pivot led to a meaningful business built on passion, craftsmanship, and trust. 00:28- About Dan Corbin Dan Corbin is a former army machinist who transformed his metalworking skills into a thriving custom jewelry business....

Welcome to another engaging episode of The Brand Called You ! In this episode, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with John Martinka, known as the “Escape Artist,” a dealmaker with Nokomis Advisory Services and the author of Exit with Style, Grace and More Money . Together, they delve into the intricacies of buying and selling businesses, lessons from deals gone right (and wrong), and strategies for exi...