The Brand Called You

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Brand Called You. In this conversation, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Reuven Shelef, Founder and CEO of OUT OF THE BOX Consulting, strategic engineer, and creator of the “Untangling Complex Challenges” methodology. Discover the journey that led him into management consulting, how he integrates logic and intuition, and why empathy and vulnerability are c...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Calvin Schwartz—an award-winning author, novelist, journalist, college lecturer, and podcaster—on The Brand Called You . Hosted by Ashutosh Garg, this episode dives deep into Calvin Schwartz’s unique journey from pharmacy to storytelling, the spiritual roots behind his acclaimed novel, There’s a Tortoise in My Hair: A Journey to Spirit , and his lifelong...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Bassel Hamwi , CEO of HamwiConsult , as he speaks with Ashutosh Garg on The Brand Called You . Drawing from over three decades of global experience—including leadership roles at the World Bank and International Finance Corporation—Bassel shares powerful insights on leadership, governance, resilience, and family enterprise continuity. This episode explores...

Welcome to a transformative episode of The Brand Called You. Host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Pete Sacco—entrepreneur, technologist, and modern-day mystic—for a powerful exploration of leadership, artificial intelligence, spirituality, and personal transformation. Pete shares the early influences that shaped his worldview and explains how working at the forefront of AI, data centers, and innovati...

Welcome to another episode of TBCY. Today, we are joined by Bronwyn Williams — Futurist, Economist, Trend Analyst at Flux Trends, and Author. In this engaging conversation with host Ashutosh Garg, Bronwyn explores the science and art behind “futurenomics,” examines the real impact of AI on the modern workforce, and shares powerful lessons from organizations that failed to adapt. The tension betwee...

In this episode of The Brand Called You , Ashutosh Garg sits down with Aakanksha Gupta, Founder & CEO of The Other Circle, to explore the evolving world of reputation strategy and crisis communication. From overcoming industry biases to building a modern PR firm rooted in authenticity, Aakanksha shares actionable frameworks and real-world insights. The discussion covers CEO profiling, crisis m...

Award-winning filmmaker and author Barnet Bain joins The Brand Called You to explore creativity, belonging, ego, and the daily practice of friendship. Drawing from Hollywood, spirituality, and his book How to Be a Friend in an Unfriendly World , Bain reflects on connection, self-awareness, and remembering the love at the heart of all relationships. 00:38- About Barnet Bain Barnet is an award winni...

Ari’s journey is shaped not just by elite science, AI, and entrepreneurship—but by deeply human inflection points: a lifelong friendship, the perspective gained through parenthood, and the transformative power of love. This conversation explores how freedom to be different, multidisciplinary thinking, and compassion built a technologist who now measures success by impact, service, and meaning—not...

From early setbacks to shaping some of the world’s most complex leadership platforms, Timothy Wong shares the inflection points, principles, and philosophy that define his extraordinary journey. A masterclass in trust-building, orchestration, and purpose-driven leadership across global communities. 00:09- About Timothy Wong He is a strategic global leader with over three decades of experience in l...

In this fireside-style conversation, Ken shares the defining inflection points that shaped his journey—from navigating 9/11 and the global financial crisis to building at the forefront of digital assets, Web3, and generative AI. A masterclass in resilience, foresight, and building through disruption. 00:09- About Ken Nguyen Ken is an experienced venture builder, investor, and advisor with over 25...

Dive into the mysteries of the cosmos with Prof. Neil Comins , Professor of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Maine, USA, in this illuminating episode of The Brand Called You , hosted by Ashutosh Garg . In this thought-provoking conversation, Prof. Comins shares how personal adversity shaped his journey into astrophysics and why he chose to specialize in general relativity—one of the mo...

In this episode, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Upasna Dash, CEO & Founder of Jajabor Brand Consultancy , about rewiring public relations for real business impact. Starting her career at just 18 without formal training, Upasna went on to build a growth-hacking consultancy that connects storytelling directly to funding, hiring, and market expansion. In this conversation, you’ll discover: ✔ Why...

Join host Stephen Ibaraki in a deeply moving conversation with Fleet Maull , Founder of Heart Mind Institute and Prison Mindfulness Institute. Fleet shares his extraordinary journey from a turbulent childhood and struggles with addiction to serving 14 years in federal prison — and ultimately transforming his life into one of service, leadership, and global impact. In this powerful episode, Fleet r...

Do you dread speaking in public — whether in a boardroom, presentation, or meeting? In this powerful episode of The Brand Called You , host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Robert Summa , Public Speaking Phobia Expert and Founder of Public Speaking Cure. After battling severe speaking anxiety for 18 years, Robert discovered something life-changing: it wasn’t just fear — it was a neurological phobia. Toda...

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of The Brand Called You . In this episode, Ashutosh Garg speaks with Geoff Gibbins , Founder of Human Machines , a human-AI transformation company focused on helping organizations thrive in the age of artificial intelligence. Geoff shares practical, real-world insights into how AI is reshaping leadership, work, and decision-making. He explains why many...

In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You (TBCY) podcast, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Praveen Kakulte , Founder & CEO of The POWERCON Group , to explore how India’s renewable energy future depends not just on asset creation—but on asset performance, longevity, and engineering excellence . Praveen shares his journey as a first-generation entrepreneur who built a 100% bootstrapped...

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You (TBCY) , featuring Amy Jacobson , a global emotional intelligence expert and thought leader from Perth, Australia. Hosted by Ashutosh Garg , this conversation explores the science, psychology, and real-world application of emotional intelligence—especially in leadership, change, and difficult conversations. Drawing from Amy’s acclaimed...

In this episode of The Brand Called You , host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Don Weber , Global Communication Strategist and former HUMINT operative, for a masterclass in influence, executive presence, and high-stakes leadership communication. From reading people under pressure to navigating boardrooms and investor conversations, Don shares lessons drawn from intelligence operations and real-world...

Join us for an unmissable episode of The Brand Called You , featuring Dr. Vikas Malik , Founder of Wonder Years , in conversation with host Ashutosh Garg . Dr. Malik shares his journey from India to the United States, the inspiration behind building an integrated mental health practice, and how psychiatry must evolve to meet today’s challenges. The discussion explores cultural sensitivity, technol...

Unlock the realities of startup leadership and tech entrepreneurship in this insightful episode of The Brand Called You . Host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Vladimir Baranov , a serial tech entrepreneur and executive coach for founders and technical leaders. Together, they explore the myths of entrepreneurship, the inner battles founders face, and the leadership skills required to scale both busine...

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You! In this episode, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Vijay Kumar, Founder & CEO of TSUYO Manufacturing Pvt Ltd, for a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship, manufacturing, and innovation in India. Vijay Kumar shares his incredible journey from launching his first venture, Biryani Box, to leading multiple startups today. Discov...

On this episode of The Brand Called You , host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Jay Delsing —PGA Tour veteran, author, and nationally syndicated host of Golf with Jay Delsing . Growing up as a blue-collar kid on the public golf courses of St. Louis, Jay’s journey is a powerful story of grit, integrity, and perseverance. From earning his PGA Tour card in 1984 to sharing unforgettable encounters with le...

In this powerful conversation, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Carl Manlan — author of I Can Breathe and an influential development leader — about how meaningful change happens when innovation is guided by values, proximity, and long-term thinking . From transforming financial inclusion across Africa to building resilient development ecosystems, Carl shares hard-won lessons from his work with the G...

In this episode of The Brand Called You , host Ashutosh Garg is joined by Peter Novak , Founder & CEO of Strictly Speaking Group , joining us from Hawaii, USA. Peter shares his fascinating journey from academia and theatre to executive leadership coaching—and explains why he never changed careers, only audiences. This conversation dives deep into the art and science of executive communication,...

Welcome to The Brand Called You ! In this insightful episode, host Stephen Ibaraki sits down with Looi Teck Kheong , President of the Singapore Chapter of the Global Council for Responsible AI , to explore his remarkable journey across law, technology, public policy, cybersecurity, and AI governance . From a curiosity-driven childhood to a defining pivot from engineering to law, Looi Teck Kheong s...