

The Brand Called You
The Brand Called You
Welcome to ‘The Brand Called You’, a platform that brings you Leadership Lessons, Knowledge, Experience and Wisdom from leading Global personalities from diverse backgrounds, who have contributed significantly to make the world a better place.
Listen to the brightest minds from the world of business, startups, technology, professionals, arts and social sector. Stay in the know as we talk to high achievers and gurus from across the world.
Find out what is shaping the world.
Listen to the brightest minds from the world of business, startups, technology, professionals, arts and social sector. Stay in the know as we talk to high achievers and gurus from across the world.
Find out what is shaping the world.
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Aug 4, 2025 • 45min
Yannis Ioannidis: Leading ACM into the Future of Computing – A Visionary President’s Roadmap
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 insider’s view on ACM’s role in shaping the future of science and technology.

Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 27min
Aditya Kumar Jha: Award-Winning Young Innovator & Researcher on Transforming AI, Cancer Diagnosis & Global Impact
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 researcherEntrepreneurial mindset—solves real-world problems with practical, deployable solutionsFocuses on interdisciplinary projects in biology, chemistry, computer science, and data scien

Aug 2, 2025 • 30min
From Engineer to AI Visionary | Ian Gotts, Founder & CEO, Elements.cloud
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 GottsIan Gotts is a founder & CEO of the Elements.cloud.He was co-founder and CEO of Nimbus Partners, a BPM software company for 15 years that was a Salesforce reference customer.

Aug 2, 2025 • 33min
Metal to Masterpiece | Dan Corbin, Jewelry Designer
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 CorbinDan Corbin is a former army machinist who transformed his metalworking skills into a thriving custom jewelry business.He is known for creating meaningful, handcrafted pieces—combining precision, creativity, and heartfelt storytelling.

Aug 1, 2025 • 26min
Exiting With Style and More Money: Deal-Making Insights from John Martinka, Dealmaker at Nokomis Advisory Services
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 exiting your business with prosperity and pride.Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect from the conversation, including important timestamps in question format:

Aug 1, 2025 • 26min
Finding Your Purpose: Anastasia Tripolskaya, Career Clarity & Life Purpose Coach, on Redefining Success and Fulfillment
If you’re feeling stuck in your career or searching for more meaning in your work, this episode of TBCY featuring Anastasia Tripolskaya, a Career Clarity & Life Purpose Coach and creator of "Find Your Life’s Work," is a must-listen. Hosted by Ashutosh Garg, this insightful conversation dives deep into finding purpose, redefining success, and making career transitions with intention.

Jul 31, 2025 • 35min
From Mortgage to Media: A Story Rewritten | Daniel Fitch, Video Producer, Video Editor, Cinematographer
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Daniel Fitch shares how losing his job in the mortgage industry—and cracking a tooth—ignited a radical shift toward his passion for visual storytelling. From shooting on iPhones to empowering brands through authenticity, Daniel’s story is a testament to turning setbacks into new beginnings.00:39- About Daniel FitchDaniel Fitch is an accomplished filmmaker and video producer, with over two decades of experience in the industry.He has extensive knowledge and skill in multimedia video production, customer service, video editing and marketing that allow him to create high quality film & video campaigns while staying under budget and on time.

Jul 30, 2025 • 28min
From the Court to the Core | Damon Valentino, Director, Mental Fitness, Professional Tennis Players Association
Damon’s story is one of grit, growth, and giving back. From a shy, under-resourced kid who asked for a chance—to a high-performance coach guiding Olympians and executives—he now champions the inner game of resilience, purpose, and mental fitness for life and leadership.00:42- About Damon ValentinoDamon Valentino is a globally renowned high-performance coach and facilitator with a strong reputation for helping individuals unlock their potential.He has worked extensively with the US Paralympics athletics division, Division I student-athletes, and first responders, bringing elite-level coaching to high-pressure environments.He currently serves as the Director of Mental Fitness at the Professional Tennis Players Association and is the founder of Mental Fitness Programs and Sidestreet Performance Coaching.

Jul 29, 2025 • 27min
Unlocking the Power of Data: Dr. Alaina Szlachta, Founder of By Design Development Solutions & Measurement Architect
In this insightful episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta, founder of By Design Development Solutions and a measurement architect specializing in data enablement. Dr. Szlachta shares her remarkable journey from academia to entrepreneurship, her passion for demystifying data, and concrete strategies for building more equitable and effective organizations through smart measurement.Below, find a timestamped summary featuring key moments of the conversation, each posed as a guiding question to help you explore the topics that matter most.

Jul 28, 2025 • 24min
Driving Digital Transformation: Praveen Joshi, Managing Director of RSK Business Solutions
Curious about how digital transformation is reshaping businesses, and where artificial intelligence fits into the picture? In this insightful episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Praveen Joshi, Managing Director of RSK Business Solutions, to cover his entrepreneurial journey, the real meaning of digital transformation, and advice for budding tech founders.Below are the key moments from the conversation, broken down by important questions and timestamps: