The Brand Called You

In a world where indulging in guilty pleasures often comes at the expense of our well-being, one audacious entrepreneur is challenging the status quo. Meet Bhuman Dani, the visionary mind behind WickedGud, a culinary crusader on a mission to transform our favorite junk foods into guilt-free, mouthwatering feasts. In a society where fast food reigns supreme and nutritional compromise seems inevitab...

Human Beings are an indispensable part of any organisation. Thus, adopting a human centric leadership approach is paramount for the long term success of any organisation. However, in today’s time if instant results, humans are treated akin to the other resources of the organisation. In this episode, we discuss what is wrong with the concept of labelling humans as resources and the need to view and...

Who doesn’t love sports? But not everyone is a sportsman. One requires good perseverance and mental strength combined with physical energy to become a good sportsperson. Making a career in the field of sports is all the more daunting as you also have to be able to make a good living besides performing well. The entire gamut of striking deals, entering into contracts and getting endorsements is a t...

Dr. Travis Hearne's doctoral work focused on preparing DOD leadership for next-generation cyber-warfare, where I conducted in-depth research on leadership theory, cybersecurity threat and advancements, and organizational change theory to create strategies and recommendations to better help our DOD leadership fight against malicious cyber-actors.  00:42: About Dr. Travis Hearne and his journey....

Randy Deutsch FAIA, LEED AP, is an educator, author, international keynote speaker, AI researcher and a licensed architect having designed +100 large, complex sustainable projects for which he received the AIA Young Architect Award Chicago. Since 2011, Randy has authored six books. 00:35: About Randy Deutsch and his journey.  Randy Deutsch FAIA, LEED AP served as the Associate Director for Graduat...

In a world of diverse cultures and belief systems, the Hindu American Foundation (HAF) stands as a beacon of education, advocacy, and empowerment. As a nonpartisan organization, HAF has set itself apart by operating on a professionalized model, placing education and advocacy at the forefront of its mission. In this episode, Suhag Shukla talks about The Hindu American Foundation's journey. 00:3...

In a world saturated with countless photographs, there are artists who possess the remarkable ability to transcend the ordinary and capture the very essence of humanity. Among them stands Jimmy Nelson, a creative director, and photographer whose lens unveils the captivating stories of indigenous cultures and their profound connection with the world around them.  00:10- About Jimmy Nelson Jimmy Nel...

Rare are the people who do not enjoy a plate of sizzling hot momos with the spicy sauce. Often considered as a junk item, steamed momos are a staple of people in the Himalayan region. In today’s episode, we discuss with an ex contestant of Amul Master Chef Kitchen Ke Star, on how momos can be consumed in a healthy manner.  [00:40] - About Aditi Bhutia Madan Aditi is the Founder, Director of BluePi...

Communication plays a critical role in the success of any organization. Be it internal communication to build the culture of an organization or the external strategic communication with several stakeholders. It is paramount for the leaders to understand the power of effective communication. In this episode, we discuss the reasons for the leaders to invest in strategic communication. Tune in now to...

Maree brings to her mentoring extensive experience and expertise developed over more than 30 years. She has worked with professionals from across a wide range of industry and professional sectors. Maree Harris is highly committed to helping the people with whom she works to achieve the success they aspire to. She brings high energy and enthusiasm to her work and gives very generously of her time. ...

Darryl Stickel is one of the world’s leading experts on trust. He teaches leaders how to find and use their most powerful tool. Darryl is an unshakable force of positivity and brings the best out of people. His trials have strengthened his resolve and character to be a positive force for Trust.   00:33: About Darryl Stickel and his journey. Darryl Stickel is one of the world’s leading experts on t...

In this episode of "The Brand Called You" Frits Bussemaker interviews Maarten Botterman, a global future internet expert, board member of ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers), and director of the global network knowledge society. Maarten discusses his background and the importance of the internet in preserving and progressing the world for future generations. He hi...

In this episode, we explore various aspects related to the development of the Canadian ecosystem with Ela Borenstein, VP, Venture Capital Incentivized Programs, BDC Capital. We delve into the evolution of the ecosystem, the services provided by BDC to venture capitalists and fund managers, the significance of initiatives like the GP Academy and the Cop and fellows program, and the key factors to c...

Have you heard of Civil Entrepreneurship? Civil entrepreneurship refers to the practice of applying entrepreneurial principles and approaches to address social, environmental, and community issues.  In this episode, we discuss Martin Ruebens' career journey and his role as a program manager for Public Sector Innovation in Flemish Public Administration. The conversation also touches on the conc...

AI and machine learning plays a crucial role in various aspects of our lives and has significant importance in multiple fields. In this episode, Eugenio Zuccarelli, a data science leader at CVS Health talks about his work in AI and machine learning, particularly in predicting and preventing diseases, and the impact of large language models like GPT. 00:09- About Eugenio Zuccarelli Eugenio Zuccarel...

Stem cells have been the subject of extensive research in recent years due to their immense potential for medical applications. From understanding the mechanisms of disease development to developing novel therapies, stem cells have opened up new possibilities for researchers and clinicians alike. In this episode, we speak to Prof. Raj R Rao, a renowned expert in the field of biomedical engineering...

Many people struggle with managing their finances effectively, leading to stress and anxiety around money. In the interview, Gayle Colman talks about her journey in finance, the importance of incorporating body wisdom and intelligence in financial decision-making, the concept of innate intelligence and how it relates to sustainable wealth, and the definition of wealth beyond just money. She also s...

With fierce competition around, differentiation and standing out amongst the crowd is essential to continue to grow in one’s career. Hence, comes the importance of personal branding. At times, personal brand might sound too heavy to be able to comprehend.  But in our discussion with the leading career strategist, Ms. Wendy Pavey, we break down the regular steps you need to take to build your perso...

Vee Haslam helps leaders and teams connect to the HEART of the matter during times of change to obtain peak performance. Using a science-driven, uniquely human, HEART-centered methodology that increases performance, and wellbeing and brings teams on board. 00:33: About Vee Haslam and her journey.   Over the past 20+ years, I have been blessed to work in medium and large organizations managing proc...

Dr. David A Bray enjoys creative problem-solving linking public and private endeavors. David likes to be a digital diplomat and a “human flak jacket” for teams of change agents working in turbulent environments. 00:33: About Dr David A Bray and his journey.   Dr David A. Bray is both a Distinguished Fellow at the non-partisan Henry L. Stimson Center, a non-resident Distinguished Fellow with the Bu...

The pandemic saw the shift that businesses made in digital transformation by adopting cloud service technologies. The need for remote and hybrid work pushed the business to adopt the cloud services. In today’s episode, we discuss how Wipro’s FullStride Cloud Services drive this change and digital transformation. We also discuss the factors to consider before choosing a particular cloud technology...

Writing is known to be a personal journey. However, the written narrative needs to be comprehended and felt by the audience too. It often gets tricky to balance the two aspects. In today’s discussion, we speak about the role of the editors who help the writers maintain the structure without losing their voice. We also discuss the key elements, a writer should keep in mind. [00:38] - About Kristina...

Writing is known to be a personal journey. However, the written narrative needs to be comprehended and felt by the audience too. It often gets tricky to balance the two aspects. In today’s discussion, we speak about the role of the editors who help the writers maintain the structure without losing their voice. We also discuss the key elements, a writer should keep in mind. [00:38] - About Kristina...

Namrata Balwani has a successful and diverse background in consulting, agencies, retail, and hospitality, with a focus on digital marketing, digital transformation, data strategy, and MarTech. She is a marketing leader with left- and right-brain thinking. As a fractional CMO, Namrata offers businesses the opportunity to tap into her vast knowledge and expertise without the financial burden of hiri...

Mr P. N. Vijay brings over 50 years of work experience in the fields of investment banking, financial lending, politics, asset management and corporate governance. He completed his graduation in Physics from Presidency College Chennai and Post Graduation with a specialization in electronics from the Indian Institute of Technology, Chennai. 00:33- About PN Vijay and his journey.  I am an Investment...