The Brand Called You

Meet Mats Larsson, a visionary entrepreneur and mission specialist transforming ideas into impactful actions. From leading hotel chains to pioneering event production, Mats shares invaluable lessons on overcoming fear, networking, and balancing creativity with business acumen. Dive into his inspiring journey and future-forward insights. 00:45- About Mats Larsson Mats is, in his own words, a mission maker. He's from vision to mission specialist.  He founded the Serventum Group as a serial entrepreneur.

In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, hosts Sandeep Tyagi converse with the highly accomplished Anshu Dubey, Founder and President of the Brahm Varchas Education Society. Anshu shares her journey from a 20-year career in IT and Fintech to starting an educational society focused on Vedic knowledge. Here are the key takeaways from their conversation, segmented by time stamps for easy reference.

In this insightful interview, Jaepy Kurian, SVP & India Delivery Head at Orion Innovation, shares leadership lessons and strategies for navigating digital transformation. He discusses the role of AI, machine learning, blockchain, and cloud computing while addressing common challenges like resistance to change and skill gaps. 00:33- About Jaepy Kurian Jaepy is the Senior Vice President and India delivery head of Orion Innovation, which for 30 years has partnered with clients on their digital transformation journey, developing innovative digital solutions to advance their business.  Jaepy has also worked earlier with Infosys, Capgemini, IGATE, Wipro and CMC.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of "The Brand Called You"! 🎙️ In this gripping episode, our host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Major DP Singh, the Indian Blade Runner. Despite encountering life-altering challenges during Operation Vijay, Major DP Singh has exemplified resilience and courage, making remarkable achievements such as becoming Asia’s first disabled solo skydiver and the first to fly an aircraft. Dive into his story of grit, spirituality, and unparalleled strength.

Pankaj unfolds his remarkable journey in the field of data analytics, sharing insights from various industries ranging from cement and chemicals to fashion, retail, and financial services. From discussing the evolution of his career to the critical role of data analytics in decision-making, Pankaj provides a wealth of knowledge. He talks about overcoming cultural challenges in diverse businesses, the impact of customer experience, ensuring data security, and the future of data ethics and responsible AI.

In this insightful conversation, Professor Alf Rehn, a leading expert in innovation, design, and management, shares his unique perspective on fostering creativity in businesses. From redefining innovation to the role of risk-averse corporate cultures, Rehn stresses the importance of nurturing small ideas, learning from unexpected sources like pop culture, and challenging the status quo. Discover how these principles can lead to groundbreaking changes in both startups and Fortune 500 companies. 00:34- About Prof Alf Rehn Professor Rehn is a professor of innovation, design, and Management at the University of Southern Denmark.  He is among the 30 management thinkers most likely to shape the future of the world, and he has had, interestingly, a lifelong love of trashy popular culture.

In this compelling interview, corporate trainer and life coach Joyful Ranga shares his transformative journey from a software engineer to a leadership development expert who seamlessly integrates ancient Vedantic wisdom with modern corporate training. He explores innovative training methodologies that focus on experiential learning, using unique approaches like movie clips, unexpected situational challenges, and deep philosophical principles from texts like the Bhagavad Gita. Ranga emphasizes the importance of authenticity, compassion, and personal values in creating truly transformative leadership programs, and advocates for leaders to understand themselves deeply before attempting to lead others.  00:37- About Joyful Ranga Ranga is a corporate trainer and a life coach. He is the co-founder and managing trustee at Inside-Out Foundation Trust.

In this compelling podcast interview, Priyanka Chaturvedi Agrawal, co-founder of Inclusional, explores the transformative power of tech-driven diversity and inclusion strategies in modern workplaces. Drawing from her extensive corporate experience, she advocates for a data-driven approach that goes beyond tokenism, emphasizing how diverse talent directly correlates with business growth and profitability. Priyanka highlights the critical importance of workplace safety, clean data analytics, and AI-powered insights in creating truly inclusive environments that benefit both employees and organizations.  00:37- About Priyanka Chaturvedi Agrawal Priyanka is a co-founder and head of Inclusional, which is a pioneering tech inclusion and diversity consulting firm under JetSynthesys.  She's also a certified psychotherapist, REBT practitioner, and inclusion specialist.

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Prashant Shukla, Director at Times of India, explores his 28-year journey from engineering to leading complex supply chain strategies. He highlights the role of technology, risk management, and sustainability in optimizing global supply chains. From balancing inventory to real-time tracking and supplier partnerships, Prashant’s insights are invaluable for professionals seeking to drive efficiency in the modern supply chain. 00:33- About Prashant Shukla Prashant is the director of business and commercial for supply chain and procurement of The Times of India group. He has created and led several high-impact partnerships with large international suppliers, government agencies, NGOs, research Institutes, and investors.

Join Mrugank M Paranjape, Managing Partner at MCQube and a seasoned leader in finance and FinTech, as he shares insights from his incredible journey. From early banking days to pioneering technology in risk management, he explores topics like cybersecurity, sustainability in finance, and the art of cross-functional collaboration. 00:34- About Mrugank M Paranjape Mrugank is the managing partner of MCQube, and he's an independent director.  He was awarded the custodian banker of the year for Asia by the Asian Investor magazine in 2012.