The Brand Called You

We live in a highly polarised world, where we are divided either towards conservatism or liberalism. With journalism becoming politically aligned, several minorities lose their voice in the raging screams of the news anchors. Several people have come forward, across the globe, to launch independent platforms for giving voice to the niche or the minority communities. Today, we discuss one such platform, Xizzle TV launched by an Emmy Award winner Kirk Gimenez who solely focuses on giving voice to the immigrants' community. [00:45] - About Kirk Gimenez Kirk is the founder of Xizzle TV. He is a two-time Emmy winner. He is a TV personality and a content creator. Kirk was the first Latin American hired to anchor on ESPN news.

Employee-generated content is created and shared by employees within an organisation, often through social media or internal communication platforms. This provides a unique perspective and can enhance a company's brand image, foster internal communication, and increase employee engagement. In this episode, we have Johnathan Tetsill, who talks about employee-generated content. He also talks about the need for better communication and the method to achieve it. About Johnathan Tetsill Jonathan Tetsill is the managing director of Feedback Films. He is leading the way on employee-generated content. Feedback works with Google, RBS, Coutts, GSK and Direct Line Group to create internal and external content to improve the employee experience.

In this episode of THE BRAND CALLED YOU, Soumitra Agarwal educates us on how important it is for young people or anyone who is a potential candidate to become discoverable. As early as possible in their lives, they should position themselves s thought leaders in their respective domains. About Soumitra Agarwal and his journey. · Soumitra Agarwal is Managing Partner at NGS Global based in Mumbai, India, where he has lived and worked for the last 25 years. · A former executive in operational roles, Mr Agarwal possesses deep industry and market know-how and has successfully conducted numerous C-level and senior leadership search assignments for large, mid-sized and emerging enterprises across various industries. · He has worked closely with Private Equity/Venture Capital funds to help their portfolio companies hire leadership talent at various stages of their lifecycle. · Mr Agarwal holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, India, and is a postgraduate in management from the Indian Institute of Management-Calcutta.

Elaine Lum MacDonald, CEO of the Knowledge Impact Network (KIN), leads a mission to connect social ventures with expert knowledge for impactful change. She discusses the innovative catalyze sessions, where leaders tackle specific issues in 90-minute workshops. Lum MacDonald highlights the importance of collaboration, improving food security, and workforce readiness through strategic partnerships. She emphasizes the transformative potential of sharing knowledge in the social sector, showcasing how structured connections can elevate community-focused initiatives.

The concept of networking has always gained traction, and it has increased all the more with social media. However, we often tend to miss the real meaning of networking in the constant race of meeting new people. It is good, but what is better is to be able to create connections with the people in your network. Today, we discuss the difference between connecting vs. networking. We also delve into how can one cultivate meaningful connections. [00:39] - About Lou Diamond Lou is the Chief Executive Officer of Thrive LouD, an organization helping people and companies to explode their sales, retain their clients and build a thriving culture through the power of connecting. He is a professional speaker, sales and leadership consultant, and an award-winning podcaster. Lou is also an author of two books: “Master The Art of Connecting” and “Speak Easy”.

Neelu Gupta, crafted with love, is a NameSake that makes ordinary art extraordinary. Gupta tells us about the sustainable alternatives currently available to replace toxic ones. Also, she tells us about the challenges faced by sellers to meet the right customers. About Neelu Gupta and her journey. · Neelu is a new-age Artist who loves to experiment with multiple media in her artworks. She is an entrepreneur, art mentor and mother. · As a freelance art consultant, she started my entrepreneurial journey with TIMES OF INDIA. After spending a few years as a freelancer, Gupta started incorporating her vision and knowledge to design her product range and establish her brand. · Being an art entrepreneur, Neelu loves to promote the folk-art forms of the state of Chhattisgarh, where she was born & brought up, so you can find a mix of tradition, nature and culture in her work.

Digital Transformation is the process of adapting new technologies to improve and modernize business operations and processes. It involves a company embracing digital solutions to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and enhance customer experience. In this episode, we have NT Arun Kumar, who talks about digital transformation. He also talks about his journey and perspectives on technology. About NT Arun Kumar Arun is a member of the Board of Directors and a strategic adviser. He specializes in digital transformation, new technologies and the future skills of India. He's the former Chairman and Managing Director India of Telstra, Managing Director of UBS, India, and he serves on several boards.

Samresh Kumar the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of SkyX Solar discusses his background, including his education and experience in investment banking and consulting, and how he became involved in the renewable energy sector. He explains how SkyX Solar is addressing the energy shortfall in Vietnam and other high-growth countries, and his thoughts on the future of renewable energy sources versus thermal and hydropower. 00:33- About Samresh Kumar Samresh Kumar is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of SkyX Solar. He was the Entrepreneur of the Year, in 2021. He is being named among the Top 10 Power Business Leaders.

The workforce has changed post the pandemic, where people are consciously making choices to do purpose-driven work. They no longer want to be controlled by the managers with performance objectives as a sole vision. Organizations are striving towards creating a balance of flexibility and discipline. Collaborative work performed in such an environment can be achieved only by promoting connections among people in the organization and building trust in each other. In today’s episode, we discuss the changing face of the workforce and their expectations, and how organizations can strive to fulfill those while achieving their set vision and mission. [00:37] - About Cecile Moulard Cecile is the founder and chief executive officer of MixR, which is designed to help organizations build exceptional company cultures and keep people connected In her words, she is a fierce Kundalini yoga teacher.

Web 3.0 refers to the next generation of the internet, characterized by greater decentralization, increased use of artificial intelligence, and a more seamless connection between the physical and digital worlds. In this episode, we have Matteo Gamberale, who talks about his company Zappy. He also talks about emerging tech, including Web 3.0, blockchain and metaverse. About Matteo Gamberale Matteo is the founder and CEO of Zappy, the first gamified data monetization mobile app. He is the Co-Founder & CEO of Auralink. He is also an advisor, public speaker and Web3 Expert.