The Brand Called You

Unlock the secrets to operational excellence and high performance with George Pesansky, President of MyBlendedLearning.com and author of "Super Performance"! In this inspiring episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg dives deep into George’s three-decade career, his passion for talent-driven community impact, and the practical strategies behind his bestselling book. Learn how leaders can foster a culture of excellence, set high expectations without burnout, and drive transformation in any organization.George shares powerful insights on:Why root causes of success matter just as much as analyzing failuresThe "prison of expectations" and how leaders can create supportive environmentsAgility, alignment, and replicating moments of peak performanceLow-cost, high-impact actions you can adopt right now

Discover the magical blend of comedy and entertainment in the corporate world with Tom Elliott, a celebrated corporate event host and comedy magician from Gloucestershire, UK. In this episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg dives into Tom’s fascinating journey—from humble beginnings hosting children’s parties to captivating audiences at large corporate galas.Tom shares the secrets behind engaging distracted audiences, building rapport in seconds, improvising under pressure, and the art of blending humor with magic. Learn about his innovative team-building event “The Office Magician,” the challenges and rewards of hosting, and the importance of clean, inclusive humor in diverse settings. Plus, hear a hilarious story of a magic trick gone wrong—and how failing in public can be turned into comedy gold!If you love behind-the-scenes insights, practical hosting tips, or simply enjoy a good laugh, this episode is for you!

Entrepreneur & designer Nisha Vikram, founder of Craft Canvas, shares her inspiring journey from engineering to reimagining Indian crafts for luxury brands, cultural spaces & global recognition. A story of passion, heritage, and co-creation with artisans.00:34- About Nisha VikramNisha is the founder and promoter of CraftCanvas, which is a design studio that collaborates with over 30 craft clusters across India to create large scale installations for luxury brands, government institutions and cultural spaces

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Abhishek Modi — Managing Director of Modi Illva and a third-generation entrepreneur shares his journey of reviving the Modi family’s industrial legacy, creating world-class Indian liquor brands like Rockford and Singhasan, and redefining what it means to be proudly Indian in a global market.00:37- About Abhishek ModiAbhishek is the managing director of Modi IlvaHe's a third generation entrepreneur from the Modi family. He has launched Rockford, one of India’s first premium whiskey brands, and Arctic Vodka, along with Singhasan, India’s first 100% Indian blended whiskey.

Join Peter Cauwelier on The Brand Called You, founder of TEAM.AS.ONE, about unlocking the untapped potential of teams. Discover how psychological safety drives performance, engagement, and innovation, and learn practical tools to elevate your team.00:33- About Peter CauwelierPeter is the founder of TEAM.AS.ONE, which is an independent consulting keynote speaking and facilitation business. He created the Team Psychological Safety Certified Practitioner Program.

Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch shares his journey from small-town roots to West Point, the Army, and beyond—revealing how selfless service, discipline, and team culture define true leadership.00:09- About Lt Col Oakland McCullochRetired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch is the author of the 2021 release, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be.Oak is also an internationally recognized speaker who gives talks on leadership and success.

Ignacio Edenburg’s life spans continents, cultures, and challenges—from his family’s escape during war to building businesses, raising a family, and leading with heart. Today, while battling myelofibrosis, he’s championing bone marrow awareness to save lives. His story is about resilience, love, and legacy.00:14- About Ignacio EdenburgIgnacio is the CEO of Edenburg Hospitality.

In this inspiring episode of TBCY, host Stephen Ibaraki sits down with Vijay Karia, co-founder and CEO of OptiCloud, award-winning AI and climate tech entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for Indigenous rights. Vijay shares his remarkable life story—from his multicultural upbringing and early exposure to global inequities, to his professional tennis career, and his pioneering journey in technology, private equity, and cloud sustainability.Learn how Vijay’s unique background shaped his mission to combat digital waste and drive sustainable transformation through AI. Discover how OptiCloud is revolutionizing cloud management by eliminating invisible digital waste, slashing energy consumption, and reinvesting in vulnerable communities and rainforests. Vijay also shares actionable advice for businesses to optimize their cloud usage for both profit and planet, insights from working with tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, and an exclusive look at upcoming international climate events.

Welcome to TBCY! In this episode, host Stephen Ibaraki interviews Chris Wake, Founding Partner of Atypical Ventures. Chris shares his fascinating journey from his childhood curiosity and adoptive experience, to building and investing in groundbreaking frontier technologies. Discover how pivotal moments shaped his career, why he’s passionate about “plausible science fiction,” and how Atypical Ventures is fueling innovation in fields like synthetic biology, lunar data centers, nuclear isotopes, and critical infrastructure.Learn about the mindset of an “engineer with empathy,” the future of investing at the boundary of atoms, bits and cells, and why Chris believes real change comes from supporting outliers and overlooked research. Whether you’re a founder, investor, or curious mind, this episode is packed with insights into shaping the world’s future through radical innovation.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of TBCY (The Brand Called You)! In this candid conversation, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Hussein Hallak—entrepreneur, author of "The Dark Art of Life Mastery," and CEO of Next Decentral. Hussein shares powerful insights from his journey from Syria to Vancouver, building over 20 startups, and embracing uncertainty as a source of strength.Discover why Hussein believes “control is a lie,” how failure has shaped his philosophy, and why he urges us to choose our purpose instead of endlessly searching for it. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or aspiring to live a more intentional life, this episode is packed with wisdom on risk, resilience, success, and living with joy.👉 Tune in as Hussein and Ashutosh explore:Lessons learned from Syria and adapting to new beginningsThe illusions we live by and the reality of uncertaintyLessons from failure and the adventure of entrepreneurshipStrategies to stop second-guessing yourself and making empowered choicesThe difference between success and purposeDiscovering joy and meaning in the chaos of life