The Brand Called You

Join us for a captivating conversation on "The Brand Called You" as host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Rupeen Popat, author of Satyavati: The Queen who Shaped the Destiny of the Kurus. In this episode, Rupeen shares his lifelong fascination with the ancient Indian epics, the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, and discusses how these timeless stories offer universal life lessons for today's world.Discover why Rupeen chose to retell the Mahabharata from Satyavati’s unique and often overlooked perspective, diving deep into her complexities as both a powerful leader and a vulnerable human. Explore themes of gender, power, destiny, and choice, and learn how mythology continues to evolve and inspire—even outside India.If you love mythology, history, or unique storytelling perspectives, this insightful episode is for you!

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You! In this episode, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Tomer Cohen, an international strategy expert, board director, and managing partner of a VC fund based in Tel Aviv, Israel.Tomer takes us on a journey through his dynamic career, sharing how his early fascination with the stock market evolved into a passion for economics and global strategy. He opens up about key moments, including the leap from auditing to consulting, and delves into his work within venture capital—revealing the sectors that excite him the most (AI, cyber, defense, drones, and quantum technology).If you're a startup founder seeking funding, Tomer offers practical advice on what investors look for and common missteps to avoid. He also draws a fascinating contrast between mentoring startups and established firms, showing how his approach adapts based on a company's stage.The conversation then shifts to geopolitics, where Tomer highlights the importance of strengthening business ties between Israel, India, the US, and the Gulf. Hear his real-world experiences blending business strategy with diplomacy, especially in the wake of the Abraham Accords.Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or just curious about how global business really works, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable insights.

In this episode of The Brand Called You, David W Carr, CEO of Steward Your Business, shares powerful lessons on resilient leadership, organizational health, and the future of work in the AEC and tech-enabled industries. From navigating generational shifts to leveraging emotional intelligence and technology, discover how to build high-performing, future-ready teams.00:34- About David W CarrDavid is the founder and CEO of Steward Your Business.He's focused on architecture, engineering and construction. He's also the host of the intelligent human leadership and business roundtable podcasts. 

Dr. Kamal Bawa, founder of ATREE and global ecologist, shares insights on biodiversity, conservation, and how communities and individuals can protect our planet. Discover practical actions and global perspectives from decades of ecological research.00:38- About Dr Kamal BawaDr Bawa is the founder of the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology & The Environment (ATREE) in Bengaluru in India.He's also a distinguished professor of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Boston.

Join Sapna Pieroux and Ashutosh Garg as they reveal the secrets of building powerful personal and business brands. Learn how to go beyond logos, discover your superpowers, and create a brand that truly connects.00:37- About Sapna PierouxSapna is a business and personal brand consultant. She is the founder of InnerVisions ID, and she's an author of a book titled Let's Get Visible!: Get Brand Clarity, Stand Out in Your Industry and Supercharge Your Business Growth.

Nina Chandé shares her journey of blending marketing, procurement, and AI—transforming procurement from a cost-cutter into a growth architect. A powerful conversation on bridging creativity, technology, and strategy for the future of business.00:31- About Nina ChandéNina is a marketing procurement and commercial strategy consultant.She has over 20 years in global procurement law roles, including at Unilever. 

In this enlightening episode of TBCY, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Minal Srinivasan, Managing Director of Kesari Infrabuild Pvt Ltd (KIPL)—one of India’s top 10 environmental consultancy firms. Minal shares her inspiring journey from 17 years in the corporate world to leading her family business at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and environmental compliance.Discover how KIPL is shaping India’s environmental landscape through innovative technologies, robust compliance strategies, and cutting-edge sustainable design. Minal discusses navigating a male-dominated industry, overcoming major challenges in wastewater treatment, the role of circular economy principles in infrastructure, and real-world success stories in biodiversity restoration.If you’re passionate about making a positive impact on the environment or want to learn how businesses can support sustainability while maintaining profitability, this episode is a must-watch!

In this insightful episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Wes Towers, Founder & Director of Uplift 360, a leading digital marketing agency in Melbourne specializing in trade and construction businesses. Wes shares his fascinating journey from starting as a graphic designer to becoming a digital marketing and web design expert. Discover how a challenging business valuation led him to fully embrace AI and transform his agency, the strategic decision behind niching down to the trades and construction sector, and what “Search Everywhere Optimization” really means in today’s AI-driven world.Wes dives deep into practical ways his team uses AI in SEO and web design, common misconceptions businesses have about AI, the importance of conversion-driven design, and how to craft high-performing websites that attract quality leads. He also reveals the latest AI tools that excite him, such as Opus and ClickUp, and predicts where digital marketing and AI integration are headed next.Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, or just curious about the future of digital marketing and AI, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and actionable advice.

How do you go from feeling lost to building a real estate empire with over 3,500 units? In this inspiring episode of TBCY, Ashutosh Garg sits down with Jason Yarusi—keynote speaker, multifamily investor, entrepreneur, and business coach—to unpack his extraordinary journey. Jason shares how personal tragedies and a life-changing accident transformed his mindset and propelled him from working behind a bar to owning multiple thriving businesses. Learn the values, habits, and strategies that guided Jason, why he focuses on multifamily and workforce housing, how he and his wife manage their business as a couple, and his advice for anyone eager to take control of their destiny. If you’re interested in real estate, entrepreneurship, or personal growth, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

In this episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Radhika Dutt—author of Radical Product Thinking and the upcoming Escaping the Performance Trap. Radhika discusses her journey from MIT to successful founder, her experience across industries and continents, and how these shape her approach to innovation and leadership.Discover why traditional goal-setting frameworks like OKRs and KPIs often fail, and learn about Radhika’s innovative OHL method (Objectives, Hypotheses, Learnings) that sparks curiosity, learning, and real organizational change. Perfect for leaders and changemakers eager to drive creativity and real results!