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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 inevitable, Dani's innovative startup dares to ask, "Why can't we have our noodle and eat it too?" 00:30- About Bhuman Dani Bhuman Dani is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of WickedGud. He was earlier with BCG (Boston Consulting Group).

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 respect them as human beings.  [00:41] - About Gary Ryan Gary is the founder and owner of Organisations That Matter. He is a human centred leadership coach.  Gary is an author of several books, “What Really Matters Beyond Professionals,” “How to Master 15 Practices to Accelerate Your Career,” “Disruption Leadership Matters,” and “Lessons for Leaders from the Pandemic.” He has also been influenced by Stephen Covey's, “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.” 

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 time and energy consuming process. Hence, comes into play the sports management and coaching agencies who help sportspersons and athletes to make a career out of the sports. [00:37] - About Sue Izzo Sue is the founder of Mosaic Sports Management, representing action sports athletes, olympians, world champion surfers, X Games medalists.  She is also the co-founder and CEO of Sports Management Mastermind, which is an athlete education company. Sue is a business growth consultant and a keynote speaker.

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.  I am the Founder and CEO of Titanium Leadership Coaching and Consulting (TLC), and the author of “Hybrid: A Guide for Successfully Leading On-Site and Remote Teams”. I am a Marine Corps Veteran, Cisco Cybersecurity Sales Specialist, Husband, and father of three crazy boys, and a leadership coach. At Cisco, I provide subject expertise to Service Providers and Global Enterprise partners regarding Cloud-based security products and best practices. Before starting with Cisco in 2021, I was a cybersecurity leader with the Department of Defense (DOD), spending time in the intelligence community, as an active Marine, and as an Air Force Civilian.

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 Graduate Studies until 2019 and is Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, teaching and conducting research in design, professional practice, building technology and digital technology. Randy is recognized as a professional thought and practice leader, and international keynote speaker and is the recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award-Chicago. In 2020 Randy was elevated to a Fellowship at the American Institute of Architects (FAIA) and a Senior Fellow of the Design Futures Council (DFC).

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. 00:32- About Suhag Shukla Suhag Shukla is the Co-Founder and Exec Director of the Hindu American Foundation (HAF). She is actively involved with Chinmaya Mission. She serves on the board of the Bhutanese American Organization of Philadelphia. Suhag is also the thought partner for the Interfaith Centre of Greater Philadelphia’s Paths to Understanding Public Art Initiative. She has been named one of twelve “faith leaders to watch in 2017” by the Centre for American Progress.

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 Nelson has been traveling for most of his life. At the age of 16, he traveled extensively for a project. By that time, he had lived with his parents on most continents. He is the author of the book “Before They Pass Away”.

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 BluePine Foods Private Limited, and Brand Yangkiez by Momo Mami.  She is known for her grace and 3D approach in her cooking. Aditi was one of the top six contestants in the Amul Master Chef Kitchen Ke Star in season three. She has also been recognized, felicitated and awarded several times. 

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 learn how you can become an effective leader and make a positive impact in your organization.  [00:35] - About Sia Papageorgiou Sia is the managing partner for the Center for Strategic Communication Excellence. She is a multi-award-winning communication consultant and trainer.  Sia is the immediate past chair of the Global Communication Certification Council and has been recognized, felicitated and awarded several times.

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.  00:35: About Maree Harris and her journey.   Maree's extensive background and more than 30 years’ experience as an educator, counsellor and psychotherapist, facilitator of leadership development through workshops and masterclasses, coaching and mentoring as well as her Ph.D. study on Being a Reflective Practitioner in an Age of Uncertainty has combined to give her considerable skill in helping you achieve the outcomes you want. She has an intuitive insight into the personal and interpersonal challenges professionals face in this ever-changing environment. Maree has had a lifelong commitment to being a catalyst for change and transformation in her own life and in the lives of those with whom she works.