In this episode of the Brand Called You, Mark Rampolla, founder of ZICO coconut water and co-founder of Power-Plant Partners, discusses his entrepreneurial journey. He shares insights on creating the coconut water category in the US, building and selling ZICO to Coca-Cola, and then repurchasing it. Mark explores identifying market opportunities, scaling consumer brands, and investing in food trends. He discusses his vision for ZICO's future, investment strategies, and building businesses with positive cultures. Mark also offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in consumer goods. 00:35- About Mark Rampolla Mark is the founder of ZICO coconut water, pioneering the $8 billion global coconut water market. He is the co-founder of Power-Plant Partners, investing in plant-based food companies like Beyond Meat. He repurchased ZICO from Coca-Cola in 2020 with high-profile investors, including Naomi Osaka.

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Dr Mary Cleary Lewis, a psychoanalyst specializing in helping parents of disabled children, discusses the complex grief and challenges faced by these parents. She shares her personal experience raising two children with severe autism and how it led her to psychoanalysis. Mary covers the process of mourning dreams for a child's future, the importance of self-care for parents, and strategies for maintaining marriages under stress. She also talks about the financial burdens of care, the need for better support systems, and finding hope and meaning through the journey of parenting disabled children. About Dr Mary Cleary Lewis Dr Mary Cleary Lewis is a psychoanalytically trained psychotherapist. She completed postgraduate work in 2020 and was awarded a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Mary has been in practice for 14 Years.

In this episode of the Brand Called You, Vanessa Keith Principal and Founder of Studioteka Design and Tekamundi, explores innovative approaches to sustainable urban design and architecture. The discussion delves into her visionary work on climate-resilient cities for the year 2100, and the integration of economic and market research into architectural practice. Keith shares insights on balancing aesthetics with functionality in environmentally sustainable designs, addressing urban density challenges, and incorporating green infrastructure in megacities. The conversation also touches on social equity in urban planning. About Vanessa Keith Vanessa is the Principal and Founder of Studioteka Design and Tekamundi.  She is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Columbia GSAPP.  Vanessa’s architectural work has been featured in design publications such as Metropolis, Frame, and Hinge.

In this episode of the Brand Called You, Alexander Zheltov, CEO of Educate Online, explores the transformation of global education through technology and personalization. Delve into the challenges of making international education accessible, the impact of AI on personalized learning, and innovative solutions to bridge the digital divide. Alex shares his journey from Russia to founding a company serving 27 countries, discusses strategies for ensuring education quality across cultures, and offers a glimpse into the future of EdTech.  About Alexander Zheltov Alex is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Educate Online, which is a global education and technology company dedicated to making education accessible worldwide. He's also been recognized as a Forbes 30 under 30.  In 2021, Educate Online won a Forbes award for the best-emerging startup, and Alex was offered a position on the esteemed Forbes Council.

In this episode of the Brand Called You, Prof Barend Mons, Professor Emeritus at Leiden University and founding director of the Leiden Institute for Fair and Equitable Science (LIFES), shares his extensive journey in data science and bioinformatics. The conversation delves into the evolution of FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable data), the challenges of knowledge discovery at the edge of chaos, and the future of scientific communication.  About Prof Barend Mons Professor Mons is the professor emeritus at the Leiden University. He's the founding director of the Leiden Institute for FAIR and Equitable Science, which is the acronym for L, I, F, E, S.  In 2024, he was appointed as a Fellow of the International Science Council.

In this episode of the Brand Called You, Prof Ram M Vemuri, a seasoned semiconductor industry expert and current professor at Mahindra University, shares his fascinating journey from IIT BHU to Intel Corporation. The discussion covers the evolution of the semiconductor industry over the past three decades, touching on technological advancements, manufacturing challenges, and the global supply chain. Dr. Vemuri also provides insights into India's emerging semiconductor industry, discussing the challenges faced and the role of educational institutions in preparing the workforce.   About Prof Ram M Vemuri Dr Ram M Vemuri is the professor and head of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Mahindra University in Hyderabad. After his Ph.D. Dr. Vemuri joined LSI Logic Corporation working on the development of the then industry-leading Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools. He has worked with Intel Corporation for 25 years.

In this episode of the Brand Called You, Arun Kumar Natha, founder of inPace Solutions, discusses his journey from a corporate career to entrepreneurship. He shares his vision of creating global brands from India and empowering individuals financially. Arun emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, particularly for professionals and homemakers, and advocates for early financial education. He highlights the challenges in building sustainable enterprises and concludes by sharing three key attitudes for success: curiosity, patience, and consistency. About Arun Kumar Natha Arun is the Founder & Pacemaker of inPace Solutions. He partners in creating at least 11 global brands by 2043, empowering professionals to embrace financial abundance with confidence.  He also helps empower homemakers to embrace financial abundance through learning and wealth creation.

In this insightful interview, Rosalyn Breedy, a distinguished legal and financial services professional, shares her journey from a multicultural upbringing to becoming a respected figure in corporate law and investment banking. She discusses her work with family offices, highlighting the evolving landscape of wealth management and the increasing focus on social impact and environmental concerns.  About Rosalyn Breedy Rosalyn is a Corporate, Funds, and Financial Services lawyer specialising in Private Wealth. She has over 25 years of experience working in private practice, investment banking, and at a multi-family office. In 2021, Rosalyn also appeared in the Top 10 of the 2&20 Top100 Most Influential People In Service Provision For The Investment Space.

In this captivating episode of The Brand Called You, Moshe Becker, a seasoned tech entrepreneur, shares his journey from electrical engineering to pioneering AI in medical imaging. Becker discusses his experiences in various industries, including defense, avionics, mobile technology, and healthcare. He delves into the challenges and opportunities of applying AI to radiology, and the importance of solving big problems. Moshe offers valuable insights on entrepreneurship, including lessons learned from both successes and failures. About Moshe Becker Moshe Becker is the CEO and co-founder of RADLogics.  He has more than 25 years of experience in senior management and engineering positions in the IT industry in the U.S. market and Israel.  Moshe founded and served as CEO of two other VC-backed software companies.

In this captivating episode of The Brand Called You, Jerry Luftman, a veteran in the field of Information Technology, explores the evolution of IT from its early mainframe days to today's digital management landscape. He shares valuable insights on bridging the gap between IT and business, the importance of technology management education, and the continuous challenges in implementing successful IT initiatives. Luftman also touches on the global impact of digital transformation across various industries. About Jerry Luftman Dr. Jerry Luftman is the Founder, Professor, and Managing Director of the Global Institute for IT Management. He had a distinguished 22-year career with IBM, where he was among the strategic leaders of the IBM Palisades Executive Education Center and CIO. Dr. Luftman has published research and authored 9 books on business-IT alignment and digital trends.