TiE Talks

Is it possible for impact investing to truly change the world? In this episode, we sit down with Sugandhi Matta, one of the founding partners of ABC Impact. She shares her incredible journey from traditional private equity to leading the charge in impact-driven investments. As a breast cancer survivor, Sugandhi’s personal experiences deeply shaped her mission to invest with purpose. We explore the...

What makes someone leave behind a comfortable life in Asia for the fast-paced world of Silicon Valley? In this episode of TiE Talks, I sit down with Raj Verma, CEO of SingleStore, to dive into his fascinating journey from Australia and Hong Kong to becoming a tech leader in the heart of innovation. Raj opens up about the personal drive that fueled his success and his passion for AI, which he belie...

What inspires a successful business leader to embrace sustainability and impact investing? In this episode, Amit Mehta, the Director of LNB Group, takes us through his journey from working across various industries, including his experience at Tata, to leading a family-owned business with a strong focus on sustainability. Amit shares how his upbringing and professional background have shaped his a...

How does one transform a company from millions to billions?  In this episode, we chat with Suresh Sundararajan from Olam International, who has been with the company since 1996, witnessing its growth from a $50 million business to a $50 billion giant. We delve into his background in finance, his role in making Olam public, and his leadership in the company's digital transformation since 2017. Sure...

How can a trained architect influence global sustainability efforts through the built environment & real estate? In this episode, we have Joelle Chen, a professional with over two decades of experience in stakeholder engagement and ecosystem development. Joelle shares her journey of leveraging architecture for sustainable practices in the construction industry, which is known for its substanti...

Join us in this episode of 'TiE Talks' with Hero Choudhary as he takes us on a journey from trading billions in financial markets to investing in startups across Southeast Asia and India. Hero's insights reveal the art of evaluating early-stage companies, focusing on team, timing, and traction (TTT). As a seasoned investor, Hero shares stories of backing founders who navigate challenges, build sus...

In this episode, the host delves into the world of angel investing, exploring the legalities, due diligence process, and exit scenarios for both founders and investors. The conversation begins with a discussion on the documents involved in angel investing, such as non-disclosure agreements and term sheets.  The importance of due diligence in early-stage startups is highlighted, covering aspects li...

We talk to James Chan, founder of ION Mobility, about the challenges and triumphs of building an electric motorbike company in Southeast Asia. We discuss everything from the inception of the company to the unique challenges of hardware development as well as the secret sauce that makes them special. In This Episode (01:47) Inception of ION Mobility (03:26) Finding a co-founder (05:10) Assembling t...