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Michael interviews Stephen Logue, an economist and former FMCG marketer who became marketing director at Berni Inns, founded a research-led consultancy, and later owned restaurants.Logue explains how market research identified five consistent drivers of restaurant success—cleanliness, service, atmosphere, food quality, and value for money—and how redesigning and standardizing Berni Inns (including work with Conran) lifted sales and won a Catey.He argues hospitality underinvests in service, emphasizing “hire character, train skills,” building staff confidence and self-belief, and using tools like mystery visits and customer research.He shares “runners and riders” concept testing, a successful Greek concept at Meadowhall, lessons from Wetherspoon's standards and value focus, and the financial importance of repeat customers. Logue now supports independents via pro bono work and promotes simple cost control, menu margin analysis, and clear service promises.Connect with Stephen Logue:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-logue-47227757/https://www.hospitalityblueprints.com/https://youtu.be/2_E_EBbdXpU?si=_0cECaQouijt_8LShttps://www.hospitalityblueprints.com/masterclass-videosBook:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Magic-Malls-Incredible-Customer-Service/dp/1910090638/ref=sr_1_3?crid=GEM2XLEJMP0P&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.lw06nq8ML3KTk_rhrQVeIK8X9HSz5KW3t9INoXg7iSTGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.bEQQL7nAGqgyohrPiRxbrwgf3N_jm-_O3tqE8QOnVBw&dib_tag=se&keywords=Stephen+Logue&qid=1780948637&sprefix=stephen+logue%2Caps%2C232&sr=8-3Connect with the podcastJoin the Hospitality Mavericks newsletterTune in via your favourite podcast platform - here More episodes for you to check out here A big thank you to our episode sponsor Monotree.They help hospitality operators strengthen operations and scale company culture by creating a "Branded Front Door" for your workforce.Head to their website to sign up.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy
Download Porter Here: https://app.adjust.com/21bhdnwtGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:55) - Why Are Only the Rich Getting Richer in India?(08:51) - Middle-Class Indians' Salary Range(13:27) - Should We Replace Humans Because of AI?(18:30) - India: 6th Largest Economy but Still Poor(25:33) - What Is an RCT?(29:37) - What Is Economics?(32:14) - Understanding the Indian Economy Using a Pressure Cooker(39:56) - How Are Guava, Anemia & Economics Related?(43:35) - What Is the Poverty Trap Curve?(50:43) - Why Does He Think Giving Freebies to Poor People Is Good?(59:19) - Why Don't Many Rich People Give to Charity?(1:02:15) - Why Do People Say Freebie Politics Is Ruining the Country?(1:07:57) - Why Does He Think Tax Havens Should Be Banned?(1:17:37) - Is a Closed Economy Good for Growth?(1:19:27) - Why Is India Poorer Than Japan Despite Almost the Same GDP?(1:22:56) - Why Did He Write the Paper "Marry for What"?(1:25:48) - Is Universal Basic Income the Future?(1:29:09) - Why Is There Inequality Even in Jails?(1:30:59) - Why Doesn't He Take GDP Seriously?(1:34:39) - BTS(1:35:23) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Abhijit Banerjee, Nobel Laureate & Author, Economist & Co-Founder - JPAL to break down everything Indians get wrong about poverty, inequality, and the future of work.He also explains his Kenya experiment where a 2-year lumpsum beat 12 years of monthly transfers, the 17-year West Bengal study that showed one free cow made women 40% richer, the 140-study metaanalysis proving freebies make people work MORE not less, and why even a Nobel Laureate calls his own success "mostly luck."A complete masterclass on how the economy actually works from the man who built the world's most rigorous method for studying it.Subscribe for more such conversations.About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
In this episode of Treasury Leaders, host Jan-Willem Attevelt, Co-founder of Automation Boutique, talks with Nikos Polymenakos, Director of Treasury at Delta Foods SA, about the evolving role of treasury in modern business, the lessons learned from Greece's financial crisis, and why treasury teams must move beyond operational tasks to become strategic business partners.Nikos shares how his unconventional path into finance shaped his perspective on treasury as a discipline rooted in business understanding, relationships, and creativity rather than pure mathematics. Drawing from his experience leading treasury and finance responsibilities across a decentralised FMCG group, he explains why cash flow visibility, liquidity management, and strategic forecasting are essential for sustainable growth.Whether you are focused on liquidity management, treasury transformation, forecasting, or the future of digital finance, this episode offers practical insights into how treasury leaders can create long-term strategic value for their organisations.What You'll Learn in This Episode• Why treasury teams must understand the full business, not just finance• How Greece's financial crisis reshaped treasury and liquidity management• The role of trade finance and cash flow forecasting in supporting growth• Why AI in treasury depends on strong data foundations and human judgement• How stablecoins and blockchain could reduce friction in global paymentsEpisode Breakdown with Timestamps[00:00] – Nikos' Journey into Treasury and Business Leadership[05:36] – Lessons from Greece's Financial Crisis and Liquidity Management[14:27] – Trade Finance and Unlocking Working Capital[19:14] – Implementing a Treasury Management System Across Subsidiaries[24:12] – Building a 13-Week Rolling Cash Flow Forecast[28:20] – AI in Treasury and the Importance of Clean Data[35:34] – Stablecoins, Blockchain, and the Future of Payments[48:56] – Why Treasurers Must Become Strategic LeadersFollow Our Guest Nikos Polymenakos:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikos-polymenakos-8993551b/Delta Foods: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-foods-sa/Follow Treasury Leaders:Website: https://corporate-treasury-101.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/treasury-leaders/Follow Our Hosts:Hussam Ali on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hussam-r-ali/Guillaume Jouvencel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guillaume-jouvencel/Jan-Willem Attevelt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/attevelt/Philip Costa Hibberd on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-costa-hibberd/GHA Marketing Website: https://ghapodcast.com/Automation Boutique Website: https://automationboutique.com/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page/
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NvGIGU_zEk8 Alina Nickolson is the CEO of Europe Licensed & Commercial Markets at Suntory Beverage & Food. In this episode, recorded live at their offices in Amsterdam, she shares her unconventional journey from scientist and forklift driver to FMCG executive, discusses how great leaders balance performance and transformation, and explains why careers are more like a subway than a ladder. The conversation also explores coaching, diversity, AI, and the leadership lessons she's learned managing teams and businesses across Europe. Tune in to hear about: From biochemistry and logistics to leading some of the biggest FMCG businesses in Europe. Why leadership requires both decisiveness and vulnerability—and knowing when to use each. The mindset behind building high-performing teams through coaching, empowerment, and trust. How FMCG companies can navigate transformation, changing consumer expectations, and the rise of AI. Lessons on career growth, work-life balance, and why careers are "more like a subway than a ladder." Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmcgguys/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fmcgguys/ Audio Mixing by Modest Ferrer Voice Acting by Jason Martorell Parsekian Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The FMCG Guys (Dwyer Partners SL) or its partners. The FMCG Guys make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information discussed, and accept no responsibility for any decisions or outcomes based on this content. Listeners are encouraged to seek their own professional advice before acting on any of the topics covered.
Most challenger founders assume international expansion should happen in neat, logical steps. New Zealand → Australia → UK → US. But Lisa's view was different, and that's why it's so interesting: In fact, conventional FMCG wisdom tells us to prove your business in nearby markets first. But founder Lisa King of Free AF Drinks ignored that advice! After building a 40% share brand in New Zealand, Lisa decided to skip Australia entirely and went straight after the most competitive drinks market in the world...the USA!Why? --> If the ambition was always to build a globally valuable business, she asked herself why spend years proving the model somewhere that wasn't ultimately where the biggest opportunity sat?In this brilliant conversation with Kiwi female founder Lisa, you'll hear how today AF Drinks is stocked in more than 4,500 stores across the US, including Target, Walmart, Whole Foods and Kroger, and just HOW they're doing it. We discuss why she made they made the decision they did, how Pernod Ricard Ventures invested before the US launch, what it really takes to build a beverage brand in America, why alcohol-free RTD cocktails are outperforming expectations, and the lessons founders should understand before attempting to scale internationally.Lisa takes us through a masterclass in the realities of the beverage market in the United States; Why alcohol-free RTD cocktails are growing faster than many expected and finally, how she has approached fundraising, equity and scaling internationally!Key Topics Discussed Alcohol-free drinks category growth Building challenger brands internationally International expansion & export to USA Listings with Target, Walmart, Whole Foods and Kroger US grocery retail Walmart and Target listings Fundraising and investor strategy Pernod Ricard Ventures investment Beverage category economics Product innovation, IP & technology Ready-to-drink cocktails Scaling consumer brands globally Founder leadership Building brands from New Zealand USEFUL LINKSAF Drinks WebsiteAF Drinks InstagramLike this episode?PLEASE share the love by sharing this episode with another founder building a challenger brand, a colleague or a mate who loves brilliant non-alcoholic drinks, or anyone trying to work out how to build a consumer packaged goods business.Don't forget to FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to Brand Growth Heroes on your favourite podcast app, and even LEAVE A REVIEW - both of these actions make a MASSIVE difference to our mission to help more founders just like you.Follow usInstagram (https://www.instagram.com/brandgrowthheroes)LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-growth-heroes/?viewAsMember=true)Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@brandgrowthheroes)Find out more about the programmes and courses Fiona runs here (https://www.brandgrowthheroes.com/mini-mba-2026)Join the NextGen CPG WhatsApp group for founders leaning in to the value that a leadership approach to engaging with AI can unlock for businesses like yours.*** Thanks to Brand Growth Heroes' podcast sponsor - Joelson, the commercial law firm ***If you're a founder, you already know how much energy goes into building the perfect product, creating standout branding and connecting with consumers.But scaling a CPG business also brings legal complexities that can make or break your growth journey - from contracts and regulatory compliance to protecting your intellectual property.That's why I'm proud to partner with Joelson, the leading commercial law firm specialising in helping founders of scaling consumer brands.Joelson works with brands like Little Moons, Trip, Eat Natural, Bear Graze and Pulsin, and advised the innocent founders on their landmark sale to Coca-Cola - and still work with them at JamJar Investments today!Joelson is offering a FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION to all BGH listeners (mailto:hello@joelsonlaw.com) - I honestly recommend you take them up on it, they're brilliant.CREDITSThanks to our Sound Engineer Gyp Buggane at Ballagroove.com
Download Porter Here: https://app.adjust.com/21zkudwbGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:45) - Why Does He Call IAS the Steel Cage of India?(07:38) - Where Does Corruption Start?(18:53) - Fake Document Submission in UPSC(21:04) - 3 Basic Ways People Get Into Corruption(27:34) - Where Do People Keep Their Corruption Money?(31:23) - Is There a Point of No Return From Corruption?(38:00) - Why Are Indians Scared of the Police?(40:51) - How Does the System Break an Honest Person?(42:30) - Why Can't Someone Fire an IPS Officer?(48:44) - How Much Scheme Money Actually Reaches People?(58:12) - What Do People Do With Corruption Money?(1:00:09) - Will Giving Bureaucrats Higher Salaries Solve This Issue?(1:03:35) - Why Is Nobody Stopping Corruption?(1:06:22) - AI Is the Change the System Needs(1:11:51) - A President/Prime Minister He Really Likes(1:14:58) - Why Is India the Most Difficult Country to Rule?(1:16:49) - Is China a Free Market?(1:20:50) - How Will Trump's Recent Visit to China Impact India?(1:28:58) - Why Didn't the Chinese President Meet American Entrepreneurs During Their Visit?(1:30:43) - Is India's Friendship With European Nations Good for Us?(1:32:38) - BTS(1:33:14) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Amit Kilhor, UPSC Teacher & Content Creator, to understand the reality of India's bureaucracy and the system behind it.The conversation also covers major IAS-related controversies, how corruption networks operate, where illicit money typically flows, and why senior officers often become difficult to challenge. Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Amit Kilhor Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amitkilhor/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amitkilhor/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
Get Your Free Signature Workbook here: https://raj.imranbaig.com/Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:55) - Analyzing Raj's Handwriting(10:47) - One Common Trait in Successful People & One in Unsuccessful People(16:28) - Can Handwriting Reveal Mental Health & Sexual Drives?(23:15) - How to Improve Low Self-Esteem(31:35) - Can People Fake Their Personality Through Handwriting?(33:44) - Typing vs. Writing(35:17) - Analyzing Famous People's Handwriting(51:59) - Understanding Signatures(1:00:24) - Analyzing Raj's Signature(1:05:43) - Redesigning Raj's Signature(1:14:24) - Can Handwriting Reveal Liars?(1:16:59) - The Darkest Thing He Discovered Through Handwriting Analysis(1:19:51) - Can Handwriting Reveal a Person's Sex Life?(1:21:33) - What Should People Write to Improve Their Sex Drive?(1:28:05) - Can Parents Analyze Their Child's Handwriting?(1:30:09) - What Would He Say to People Who Call This Pseudoscience?(1:34:30) - Analyzing Michael Jackson's Signature(1:39:21) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Imran Baig, India's Most Trusted Handwriting Analysis Coach, to explore what handwriting and signatures can reveal about personality, behavior, and decision-making.The conversation also covers what wealthy people's signatures often have in common, how experts identify signs of deception, and what handwriting can reveal about confidence, emotions, and mindset. He also shares some of the most fascinating personality insights he has uncovered, including his analysis of Michael Jackson. This episode is a fascinating look at the psychology hidden in everyday writing.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Imran Baig Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imranbaig.ibLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ibimranbaig/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
What if being unstoppable has less to do with confidence and more to do with self-awareness? I had the pleasure of sitting down with Zarko Dimitrioski, a media entrepreneur, actor, talk show host, and marketing agency founder from Macedonia. Zarko shares how growing up as a child television star shaped his confidence, the lessons he learned about ego and leadership, and why experience is often the greatest teacher. We explore marketing, branding, mentorship, business growth, and the value of listening before speaking. Zarko explains how companies build lasting brands, why accountability matters, and how entrepreneurs can thrive even in smaller markets. Along the way, we discuss family, responsibility, personal growth, and what it truly means to develop an unstoppable mindset. I believe you will find his insights on leadership, branding, communication, and lifelong learning both practical and inspiring. Highlights: 01:45 - How a childhood acting career sparked a lifelong passion for media and communication. 07:08 - Why confidence without self-awareness can become a liability. 16:32 - Lessons from the Kellogg School of Management that still shape business decisions today. 21:58 - Why listening beats talking in business, leadership, and life. 35:08 - How strong brands grow through awareness, not just loyalty programs. 01:05:02 - The three traits Zarko looks for when mentoring future leaders. About the Guest: Zarko Dimitrioski is a Macedonian entrepreneur, marketer, and talk-show host who helps brands turn attention into sales. As Managing Partner of BDG Grupa, a full-service creative, digital, and production agency in Skopje, he leads cross-functional teams that deliver end-to-end campaigns for regional and international clients. His operating principle is simple: pair strong product truth with clear, persuasive communication—and measure what matters. In media since the age of six, first as a prominent child-actor, Zarko has hosted One on One (Eден на Еден) for 17 years—the longest-running TV talk show in the country—with Season 17 launching in November 2025. On stage he has addressed audiences from intimate rooms to crowds of 50,000+, relying on a steady system of preparation, calm, and trust whether he's interviewing, keynoting, or directing a brand campaign. Zarko is a Kellogg School of Management alumnus (Northwestern University). He holds college degrees in both Economics and Journalism and a master's degree in Marketing. He serves on the Management Board of the Macedonian Economic Chamber. Honors include Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 (Macedonian Chambers of Commerce and Ministry of Finance) and Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe 2018—Media & Marketing. Under his leadership, BDG has become a premium partner to leading brands across finance, FMCG, tech, and retail. The agency delivers strategy, creative, social, video and animation, media, and performance marketing under one roof, and often acts as a fast, cost-efficient production hub for network agencies such as Luna/TBWA and for UK partners who value BDG's quality-to-cost advantage. A lifelong student of behavioral economics and effectiveness, Zarko designs work that reduces friction, frames value intelligently and moves real numbers. He's passionate about inclusive, accessible content—because it's both right and higher-performing. Building from a small market taught him focus, pragmatism, and speed. He enjoys collaborating with teams who want practical creativity and a low-risk trial that proves value fast. Ways to connect with Zarko: email: zare@bdg-agency.comlinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zarkodimitrioski/agency website: https://bdg-agency.com/ About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog. Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ Thanks for listening! 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Disclaimer: This episode is intended solely for educational and scientific purposes; it contains real animal brain specimens handled by a qualified professional, does not encourage or promote any unsupervised handling, experimentation, dissection or replication of the activity shown, may be disturbing for some viewers, and minors should watch only under parental guidance.This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are her personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.This episode is brought to you by Urban Platter. To know more, checkout: https://bit.ly/urban-platter-figuring-outOur goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:04) - Animal Brain vs. Human Brain(09:25) - Live, Dead & Preserved Brains(12:59) - What Neuroscientists Have Learned About the Human Brain(19:06) - Why Did Albert Einstein's Brain Weigh More?(22:16) - What Is Grey Matter?(26:02) - Does Alcohol Affect Grey Matter?(30:38) - Do Women Have a Larger Hippocampus Than Men?(33:25) - Does Sugar Affect the Brain Like Alcohol?(35:35) - How Animal Studies Help Us Understand the Brain(44:17) - Memory Formation(1:53:45) - What Is Anxiety?(2:04:54) - Can Family Cause Chronic Social Stress?(2:06:50) - Where Is Anxiety First Felt in the Body?(2:20:25) - Why Do High Performers Break Down in Their 30s or 40s?(2:27:53) - How Do Drugs Help the Brain Grow?(2:33:43) - Why Do People Enjoy Drugs Despite Reckless Use?(2:37:20) - Why Shouldn't You Take Psychedelics Recommended by Friends?(2:46:33) - What Does a Happy Brain Look Like?(2:50:28) - BTS(2:51:13) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Vidita Vaidya, Neuroscientist and Senior Professor at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Mumbai, to understand the most complex object we know, the human brain.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Vidita Vaidya here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaidyavidita/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidita-vaidya-3346622/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
In dieser Episode nominiert Torsten die Top 3 der brillantesten Packagings in der FMCG-Branche. Die folgenden Kandidaten treten gegeneinander an: die COCA-COLA-Flasche, die ABSOLUT-Vodka-Flasche, die AJONA-Zahnpasta-Tube, die HEINZ Ketchup-Flasche(n), die TICTAC-Box, das NUTELLA-Glas, die NIVEA-Creme-Dose und das FISHERMAN'S FRIEND-Papiertütchen.
Rob Manhoudt is Procter & Gamble's VP Digital Commerce Europe. With the highly anticipated Shoptalk Europe just around the corner (Barcelona, June 9-11), we are bringing one of their top speakers to the show to go over his unique point of view on Digital Commerce, Brands and, to an extent, the future of FMCG. Tune in to hear about: Why after a career in Sales and General Management, he decided to move into eCommerce The transition from eCommerce to a more holistic and impactful "Digital Commerce" How the funnel has collapsed, silos have come down and eCom Leadership needs to think of the company as a whole The merge between Consumers and Shoppers Retail Media and the next steps to become a top pillar of the Media Mix NPD and Consumer Adoption in an increasingly Digitally-Driven world More about Shoptalk Europe Homepage: https://europe.shoptalk.com/home Agenda: https://europe.shoptalk.com/agendas/2026-agenda Speakers: https://europe.shoptalk.com/speaker-list Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmcgguys/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fmcgguys/ Audio Mixing by Modest Ferrer Voice Acting by Jason Martorell Parsekian Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The FMCG Guys (Dwyer Partners SL) or its partners. The FMCG Guys make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information discussed, and accept no responsibility for any decisions or outcomes based on this content. Listeners are encouraged to seek their own professional advice before acting on any of the topics covered.
Are we entering the era of slow marketing? I sat down with Jarrah Brailey to talk about the campaigns, conversations, and marketing trends shaping 2026, and there's a lot to discuss. We get into the AI obsession happening inside agencies right now, why most AI-generated content still feels soulless, and the reason “slow” might become the most powerful word in marketing. From Greek yoghurt confusion to FMCG billboards, we analyse the campaigns and cultural cues brands should be paying attention to. We also go through why Fayt Estate was one of the smartest brand activations we've seen in a long time. From creator selection to world-building, Brittany Saunders understood something most brands miss: campaigns are meant to create moments people want to belong to. We talk about why out-of-home advertising still works, why niche creators outperform generic influencer lists and how great brands build emotional relevance instead of just chasing reach. We then discuss the real ROI of organic social media. The tension between ambition and balance, reassurance marketing, Emma Grede's comments about work and motherhood, and why founders trying to do “bare minimum marketing” are setting themselves up to fail. If you're trying to build a brand without getting swept up in AI panic, content churn and bad marketing advice, this episode will help you think a bit more clearly about what really works. Come say hi Want to chat about any news stories mentioned in the episode?Find me on Instagram → @campaign_del_mar Extras → Get the backstage pass on Substack→ Explore Marketing Circle→ Get Mia's Mini Campaign Planner References mentioned in this episode Claude AI Brittany Saunders on Instagram Emma Grede book: Start With Yourself Fayt Estate Coachella style campaign Greek yoghurt vs Greek-style yoghurt discussion – episode 122 Lard Ass butter campaign Got Marketing? Episode featuring Lauren Meisner Spon Studio This episode was produced by Laura McRae from Podcast Support Services
Download Porter Here: https://app.adjust.com/214gvru7Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:02) - Who Is Imtiaz Ali?(04:17) - Do His Characters Lie Because He Did as a Kid?(12:47) - Why Do His Films Become Cult Classics Later?(18:17) - Why Do His Characters Run Away?(20:05) - Why Does He Write Sad Endings?(23:30) - Sehnsucht Through His Characters(32:19) - His Favorite Film(36:50) - How He Briefed Ranbir Kapoor Before Shooting "Sadda Haq"(43:40) - What He Thinks Is Wrong With Rockstar(50:51) - Which Film's Failure Made Him Sad?(1:01:47) - What Failing 9th Grade Taught Him(1:07:50) - Inferiority vs. Superiority Complex(1:11:03) - When He Felt Most Arrogant(1:16:15) - What Gen Z Gets Wrong About Love(1:25:40) - Why His Characters Meet at the Wrong Time(1:35:04) - Learning Before vs. After Falling in Love(1:37:54) - How He Writes Love for This Generation(1:41:07) - Why His Characters Don't Go Home(1:47:26) - Why Women in His Films Are More Sorted Than Men(1:50:05) - How He Writes a Screenplay(1:54:20) - How He Casts From a Screenplay(1:57:35) - The Burning Guitar Scene in Rockstar Explained(2:01:09) - BTS(2:02:01) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Imtiaz Ali, Writer, Director & Filmmaker, to talk about storytelling, desire, failure, and the emotions that make us human.The conversation also goes behind the making of Rockstar, including the story behind Sadda Haq, the challenges of filming it, and why he believes Rockstar was never a perfect film. We talk about wealth, failure, Gen Z relationships, and the lessons that only come after things fall apart. This episode is about creativity, identity, and the search for meaning.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Imtiaz Ali Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imtiazaliofficial/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
In this episode, Priya Ranjan Mohanty speaks with Krunal Kantale, Co-founder & MD of Alligator Automations - a packaging automation company based in Pune that has grown from 2 people to 500+ employees since its founding in 2008.Krunal and his co-founder Srinivas Choudhary started their journey winning 43 national and international robotics awards while still in college. They quit their jobs during the 2008 recession - against their families' wishes - and landed their first order of Rs 1.5 lakhs. Today, Alligator Automations serves industries from FMCG to fertilizers to chemicals, handling everything from primary packaging to palletizing, warehousing, and dispatch. He discusses the challenge of selling automation in a country where labor is cheap, the role of AI and computer vision in modern manufacturing, and how customization wins projects over standard machines.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction00:31 - About Alligator Automations01:00 - Krunal's Background & Experience04:14 - Starting During the 2008 Recession05:27 - First Order: Rs 1.5 Lakhs from Mumbai08:20 - What Alligator Automations Does09:47 - Is Packaging Automation a Big Market?12:30 - Use Cases: FMCG, Fertilizer, Chemicals15:15 - Pitching Automation When Labor is Cheap19:30 - Customization vs. Standard Machines21:00 - IoT, AI & Computer Vision in Manufacturing23:30 - Global Expansion: Middle East, Africa, Americas27:46 - Advice for Entrepreneurs29:05 - Closing Remarks---About ELI Podcast:ELI (Entrepreneur's Live Interviews) brings you inspiring stories from India's startup ecosystem. Real founders, real journeys, real insights.Website: https://eli-podcast.com
Welcome back to the ELI Podcast! In this episode, Priya sits down with Dr. Prithwi Singh, Co-Founder and CEO of Khetika, a rapidly growing clean-label food brand in India focusing on fresh batters, spices, dry fruits, and staples.Dr. Singh shares his journey from consulting at BCG to building a food brand centered entirely around honesty, single-origin sourcing, and transparency. We dive into the four major types of food adulteration rampant in India today, why chemical preservatives aren't always necessary for shelf life, and how Khetika's "SAATHI" program connects directly with farmers to ensure a completely clean, farm-to-plate supply chain.If you are curious about what really goes into your packaged food, or if you are an aspiring entrepreneur looking to understand supply chains and the FMCG space, this episode is a must-watch!
In this episode of IPS Finance, we analyze why FMCG stocks came under pressure while IT stocks moved higher, and the key factors driving this sectoral shift. The discussion also highlights the important support and resistance levels for the market this week, helping investors understand potential market direction and prepare for upcoming trading sessions. A quick and insightful breakdown to help investors stay ahead of market trends and make informed decisions.
Get your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-516Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:17) - A Shocking Insight Related to India & Alcohol(04:35) - Is Alcohol Consumption Declining in India?(08:10) - His Entrepreneurial Journey(19:29) - How Much Did He Invest in the Beginning?(20:15) - What Changed in Alcohol Acceptance Over the Last 40–50 Years?(26:18) - Did Constant Shifting Cost Him Sales?(36:06) - State-Wise Consumption & Prices(41:33) - Is Taking Alcohol Across States Illegal?(43:25) - How the Alcohol Business Operates State-Wise(1:00:26) - Should the Government Shut Down the Alcohol Business?(1:03:57) - How to Identify Legitimate Liquor(1:04:52) - Is the Glass Bottle Crisis Costing Him Money?(1:07:03) - 5-6 Things He Considers Before Opening a Store(1:09:49) - Living Liquidz: India's First Online Liquor Retail Store(1:16:04) - How Big Is the Duty-Free Business?(1:17:10) - What He Understands About Alcohol Consumers(1:28:57) - Top 3 Things That Make Alcohol Expensive(1:30:53) - The Most Expensive Bottle He Has Sold(1:34:49) - How Do People Discover a Brand Without Marketing?(1:37:36) - Why Celebrities Work With Him(1:42:15) - Is He Scared of the Giants?(1:42:41) - The Biggest Challenge in His Business(1:43:39) - How He Convinced Sanjay Dutt to Become a Partner(1:50:41) - One Business Opportunity People Can Start Today(1:58:42) - BTS(1:59:21) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Mokksh Sani, Co-founder and Director at Living Liquidz & Cartel Bros Ltd to understand the business of alcohol in India and the trends shaping the industry.The conversation also covers the most consumed alcohol brands in India, why South India drives significant alcohol sales & the economics behind premium liquor pricing. We talk about India's massive illegal alcohol market, the difference between Scotch and whisky & some of the most expensive bottles ever sold.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Mokksh Sani here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mokksh_saniLinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/mokkshsaniFollow Living Liquidz here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingliquidzofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-liquidz-india-pvt-ltd-official/Follow Cartel Bros Ltd here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cartelbros_indiaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cartel-and-bros/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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How is AI changing the way brands innovate, launch products, understand consumers, and build stronger relationships with their markets? In this episode of Grownlearn, host Zorina Dimitrova speaks with Shantanu Srivastava, a global marketing and innovation leader with more than two decades of experience across major consumer brands including Twinings, Danone, Sanofi, and Reckitt. Shantanu explains how AI is transforming marketing efficiency, product development, consumer research, compliance screening, and brand strategy inside large organizations. He also shares why human judgment remains essential, even as AI tools make innovation faster, cheaper, and more continuous. The conversation also explores the shift from traditional brand storytelling to story doing and story living, with examples from challenger and purpose-led brands such as Oatly, Tony's Chocolonely, Dove, and others. Shantanu also shares his personal transition from corporate brand leadership to entrepreneurship, including his work in health and wellness, lifestyle-related health management, and advisory work with startups and purpose-driven brands. In this episode, we discuss: • How AI is changing marketing and innovation • Why FMCG companies are rethinking consumer-led product development • How AI can reduce time and cost in research, marketing planning, and product launches • Why brand storytelling is evolving into story doing and story living • What startups can learn from global brands — and what big brands can learn from startups • How purpose-led brands create deeper consumer engagement • Why AI-driven innovation still needs human oversight • Shantanu's journey from global brand leadership to health and wellness entrepreneurship This conversation is especially relevant for founders, marketers, brand leaders, innovation teams, FMCG professionals, startup advisors, and anyone interested in the future of AI-driven brand growth.
Is it time to rethink how we talk about men in the workplace? Carolyn Hobdey draws on her experience in male-dominated boardrooms and complex personal dynamics to challenge the narrative. She shares why meaningful change comes from collaborating with men, not criticising them, and how emotional literacy and more human leadership can transform both work and home life. Exploring purpose, legacy and the 'fire in her belly', Carolyn offers candid insights on bridging divides, improving dialogue around masculinity and creating healthier, more connected workplaces — ultimately making work better for everyone by championing men in the workplace. KEY TAKEAWAY "The reality is men do still hold quite a lot of that control and that power and the decision-making authority. If we didn't work with them and in collaboration with them, then things actually weren't going to go better for women." BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Lost Connections by Johann Hari - https://amzn.eu/d/0e3toFdx Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman - https://amzn.eu/d/0gDCUvjh ABOUT THE GUEST – CAROLYN HOBDEY Carolyn Hobdey's career was built at the coalface of business - not in theory, but in practice. Less Human Resources and more Human Being, she brings 25 years' corporate experience in the world's largest employers and globally recognised brands as a board-level leader in FMCG, retail, construction and more, where she shaped their futures by tackling messy, complex, human problems head-on. CONNECT WITH CAROLYN https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynhobdey https://www.instagram.com/carolynhobdey/ ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.
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Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_bHAy84bB3A In this special episode, The FMCG Guys partner with LEAD Network Europe for a candid conversation with FrieslandCampina's Frouke Hakstege on one of the most important challenges facing Consumer Goods today: advancing more women into executive leadership positions. Frouke is the Dutch Dairy Leaders Global Commerce Director and Co-Chair at LEAD's Sales Chapter. Recorded at FrieslandCampina's offices in Amersfoort, the episode explores the realities of leadership, career progression, family life, international moves, and what companies can do to create more inclusive paths to senior leadership. Tune in to hear about: Why female representation at executive level remains a challenge across FMCG and Retail The difference between mentorship and sponsorship — and why both matter Leading a global career while balancing family life and raising 4 children How companies can create cultures where women can thrive long-term The role of visibility, advocacy, and leadership support in career progression Practical ways the industry can move from conversations to measurable action Relevant Links Lead Network Website: Women in Retail and CPG Network & Leadership Programmes | LEAD Network Lead Network Sales Chapter Page: Sales Chapter | LEAD Network (If people register they can download the Sales Career Roadmap under "Chapter Content Library") Sales Chapter LinkedIn Page: (17) LEAD Network Sales Chapter: Overview | LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmcgguys/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fmcgguys/ Audio Mixing by Modest Ferrer Voice Acting by Jason Martorell Parsekian Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The FMCG Guys (Dwyer Partners SL) or its partners. The FMCG Guys make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information discussed, and accept no responsibility for any decisions or outcomes based on this content. Listeners are encouraged to seek their own professional advice before acting on any of the topics covered.
Despite concerns over oil prices, inflation and the West Asia conflict, experts believe India's economy remains stable. Finance Commission chairman Arvind Panagariya says India could still grow steadily if global disruptions stay short-term. Meanwhile, FMCG brands are adapting to health-conscious consumers, UPI continues reshaping digital payments, and Oman may become a key export hub for India. From LinkedIn's legal battle to Goa emerging as a startup destination, here's a simple look at the latest business, economy and startup developments shaping India today. Tune in for all this and more on this episode of Editor's Pick with Nalin Mehta.
Let's know what you liked and learnt! What does it really take to become a modern CMO?In this episode of The Super CMO Show with Swami, Megha Agarwal shares why she calls herself a “non-traditional CMO” — one who goes beyond brand campaigns to think about growth, monetization, P&L, consumer obsession, and business building.Drawing from her journey across Table Space, WeWork, Unilever and CavinKare Megha speaks about startup chaos, building categories from scratch, the future of agencies, creativity in the AI era, mentorship, leadership, and why marketers must constantly reinvent themselves. A sharp, insight-packed conversation on what marketing leadership truly demands today.About MeghaMegha Agarwal is a marketing leader, growth strategist, and business builder with close to two decades of experience across FMCG, consumer brands, startups, and enterprise workspaces. Currently the Chief Marketing Officer at Table Space, she has built her career at the intersection of brand building, growth, customer experience, and business transformation.⭐ 5 Key TakeawaysThe modern CMO must understand business, not just marketing: Megha argues that marketers who do not understand P&L, monetization, and cross-functional business impact risk becoming irrelevant in today's environment. Consumer obsession is still the strongest competitive advantage: One of her biggest learnings from was that true marketing begins with deeply understanding consumers — not through dashboards, but through immersion, humility, and lived observation. Building brands from scratch requires a completely different mindset: Moving from FMCG to startups taught her that scaling brands is very different from creating foundational systems, processes, tools, and teams from zero. AI will commoditize marketing science — creativity becomes the differentiator: As AI automates research, analytics, and execution, original thinking, creativity, and human insight will become the most valuable capabilities for marketers. Sustainable growth requires support systems, not perfection: Megha challenges the myth of perfect work-life balance, emphasizing intentional trade-offs, communication, asking for support, and building ecosystems both at work and at home. ⏱️ Timestamps00:03:20 — Why Old-School Marketing Thinking Is Breaking Down00:09:50 — Brands Are Built in Years, Judged in Quarters00:12:17 — Nobody Prepares You for Real Decisions00:13:54 — The Consumer Is Still the Most Important Person in the Room00:18:01 — Big Brands Cannot Afford Recklessness00:20:59 — Building Is More Exciting Than Managing00:23:21 — Growth Fails Without Foundations00:25:49 — You Cannot Scale Chaos Forever00:28:19 — Big Companies Hide How Difficult Things Really Are00:31:52 — Most Career Limits Exist Only in the Mind00:39:24 — Execution Is Common. Thinking Is Rare.00:41:45 — The Future Belongs to Hungry Agencies00:44:35 — AI Makes Creativity More Valuable, Not Less00:47:31 — Perfect Balance Is a Myth00:53:41 — The Best Mentors Don't Give Answers00:57:44 — Your Strengths Matter More Than Your Weaknesses01:00:25 — AI Can Analyze Consumers. It Cannot Love Them.01:02:39 — The Best Marketers Constantly Reinvent ThemselvesThis episode was made possible by the great folks at MovingWalls. Moving Walls provides a global Adtech platform built by Out-of-home advertising experts, automating the process of planning, buying, executing and measuring OOH campaigns, with a presence across four continents and seven markets. Visit https://www.movingwalls.com to learn more.
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Future in Sales & Marketing, Ben Carnegie is joined by Serge Costi, General Manager of Marketing at Noumi, the company behind leading dairy and plant-based beverage brands including Milk Lab.Serge shares his journey through some of the world's most influential FMCG organisations, from early career experiences at George Weston Foods to nearly a decade at Diageo, where he worked across iconic brands such as Bundaberg Rum and Smirnoff in both domestic and global roles. He reflects on what it takes to build world-class brands, scale across international markets, and adapt strategy across vastly different cultural and consumer landscapes.The conversation explores key career-defining moments, including Serge's move into global headquarters in New York, and how exposure to emerging markets shaped his thinking on localisation, brand building, and growth strategy. He also discusses major innovation work at Lion, including category-shaping developments in non-alcoholic and gluten-free beer, and the importance of combining consumer insight with bold execution.Now at Noumi, Serge leads marketing across a diverse portfolio spanning Australia and international markets, overseeing brands like Milk Lab, which has scaled into 24 countries and become a category leader in café channels globally. He breaks down how Milk Lab was built from a niche performance solution for baristas into a globally scalable brand, and why focusing on solving real industry problems has been central to its success.The episode also covers leadership development through the Marketing Academy, the value of self-awareness in leadership, and Serge's work as an executive coach, where he sees common challenges across industries including prioritisation, performance conversations, and career progression.Finally, Serge shares practical advice for marketers looking to broaden their experience across FMCG channels, emphasising the importance of working across retail, food service, and international markets to build a well-rounded commercial skillset.
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Spencer Schrage is an accomplished brand and business strategist who currently serves as the Managing Director of North America for M&C Saatchi Consulting, a role he stepped into in early 2026 to lead the agency's regional consulting division, focusing on brand repositioning and go-to-market strategies. Brand & Corporate Strategy: Throughout his career, Schrage has counseled numerous CEOs and executive leadership teams on major corporate transformations, rebrands, and transactions. He specializes in connecting brand identity directly to corporate growth strategy, purpose, and narrative development. Weber Shandwick: Prior to joining M&C Saatchi, he served as the Executive Vice President and Global Head of Consulting and Corporate Brand at Weber Shandwick. Ogilvy Consulting: For nearly a decade, Schrage was a Partner and Principal with Ogilvy Consulting, the strategy and innovation branch of the creative network. There, he managed the group and oversaw a high-profile portfolio of clients primarily in the financial services and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors, including American Express, Capital One, Coca-Cola, Citizens Bank, and Robert Half. Early Career & Politics: Before transitioning into corporate consulting, Schrage worked in the political sphere. Notably, he served as the Head of Communications for the Port Authority of NY & NJ during the rebuilding of the World Trade Center, and as a chief fundraiser for Hillary Clinton's first presidential campaign. Schrage is a frequent commentator on modern marketing trends, particularly regarding how heritage brands can evolve without losing their core identity, and how companies must shift away from static "brand purpose" statements to better engage Gen Z and Millennial audiences. In recognition of his leadership in the business community, he was honored as a David Rockefeller Fellow by the Partnership for New York City in 2023. Core Expertise & Career HighlightsThought Leadership & Recognition
Check out KIMS Hospitals: https://www.kimshospitals.com/Get your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-511Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:08) - Who Is Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao & What Does He Do?(19:16) - What Is Loss Funding?(23:32) - Healthcare Saw a Massive Boom Post-COVID(34:12) - What Do Village Doctors Have That Big Hospitals Don't?(38:25) - Indian Healthcare vs. Australian Healthcare(40:08) - Which Country Leads in Healthcare Technology?(42:43) - Why Are Prostate Cysts Increasing in Young Men?(43:50) - Why Don't Young Doctors Want to Stay in India?(47:50) - Who Saves More Money: Indian or American Doctors?(48:23) - What Convinced Him to Take a Loan to Start a Business?(51:41) - 5 Things He Looks for Before Acquiring a Hospital(56:28) - What Do 30,000 Surgeries Teach You?(1:01:10) - Why Do Indians Find Healthcare Expensive?(1:07:12) - How Has He Retained 98% of His Doctors?(1:09:11) - Does He Invest Heavily in R&D?(1:12:07) - Why Did He Start a Hospital in Afghanistan?(1:15:42) - What Can the World Learn From Indian Healthcare?(1:19:29) - India Will Only Grow When...(1:19:57) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao, Founder of KIMS Hospitals, for an honest conversation about India's healthcare system, rising treatment costs, hospital economics, and the future of healthcare in India.He talks about his journey from becoming a doctor to building one of India's leading hospital networks, the lessons he learned from healthcare systems in India and Australia, and what it really takes to run and scale hospitals in a country where affordability remains one of the biggest challenges. Dr. Rao also shares why treatment costs often run into crores and the harsh financial reality many Indian families face because of medical expenses.The conversation also covers doctor brain drain, why thousands of Indian doctors move abroad, what India must do to retain top medical talent, and how technology and management are reshaping modern healthcare. He also breaks down the exact framework he follows before building or acquiring a hospital.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow KIMS Hospitals here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimshospitalsAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
“Every new technology has a hype cycle, so your use case and business rationale must stay the North Star. No flashy AI solution replaces fixing your foundations, processes, and underlying business challenges first.”Katya Lobynko is IT & Data Director at Danone and a digital transformation leader with 15+ years of experience across FMCG and pharma in EMEA and Asia, with expertise spanning commercial operations, data & analytics, conversational AI, and emerging technologies. Before Danone, she spent several years at Sanofi leading innovation and emerging technology initiatives, including helping build the company's conversational AI capability. Katya began her career at Procter & Gamble as a Project Delivery Manager for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, leading global media planning transformation initiatives for the world's largest advertiser, before earning her MBA through the Asia School of Business, a partnership with MIT Sloan School of Management and the Central Bank of Malaysia. Originally from the Russian Far East and now based in Paris after years living and working across Asia and Europe, Katya brings a deeply international, people-centered perspective to conversations about digital transformation, AI, international careers, and women in tech.This conversation is hosted by podcast co-founder and P&G Alum Drew Tarvin, Founder & CEO of Humor That Works. Drew spent six years at P&G leading IT + brand initiatives before turning his background in engineering, improv, and stand-up comedy into a career helping organizations use humor to improve leadership, communication, and workplace culture. He's the author of Humor That Works and his TEDx talk on "the Skill of Humor" has been viewed more than 16 million times.
Get your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-510Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:40) - Who Is Jayant Mundhra?(03:44) - Why Is Our Prime Minister Asking Us Not to Buy Gold?(08:52) - Why Do People Prefer Yuan Loans Over Dollars?(16:19) - Where Do the Indian Government's Priorities Lie?(22:41) - The Three Predictions: Prediction 1(27:45) - What Should India Do to Grow?(40:36) - Why Are Indians Struggling Financially Despite Economic Growth?(55:49) - Prediction 2(1:03:42) - Does Real Estate Depend on Supply & Demand?(1:14:03) - Why Is the Cost of Doing Business in India High?(1:18:51) - Why High Costs Make Manufacturing in India Difficult(1:35:54) - What's the Microfinance Crisis?(1:41:22) - Prediction 3(1:54:06) - 3 key insights from this podcast(1:58:45) - Closing thoughts(2:00:11) - BTS(2:00:46) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Jayant Mundhra, Founder - Biz News+ and Creator - Decoding the Dragon & BharatNama Newsletters, to understand the deeper problems behind India's economy.We discuss why PM Modi asked Indians to buy less gold, how gold imports weaken the rupee, and why India remains heavily dependent on imports despite calling itself self-reliant. Jayant explains China's long-term strategy, why the yuan is slowly gaining power, and why India still struggles to compete with China in manufacturing.The conversation also covers weak currency, energy dependency, AI outflow, freebies vs long-term growth, and why India risks becoming only a consumer economy. He explains why solving supply chains, production, and industrial depth matters more than short-term narratives.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Jayant Mundhra here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketswithjayant/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jshilanjanm/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
Get your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-509Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:42) - Who Is Sourav Ganguly?(03:41) - Why Does He Bat Left-Handed?(06:22) - What Has Changed About India?(08:15) - His Experience When He First Became Captain(19:15) - What Was His First Hard Conversation as a Captain?(20:43) - Why Did He Bring Aggression to the Indian Team?(27:52) - What's the Difference Between Aggression & Anger?(29:18) - How to Turn a Docile Person Into an Aggressive One?(35:15) - Why Did He Scout Talent From Smaller States?(38:09) - Allotting Players Their Batting Order Based on Their Techniques(41:01) - How Did He Help Players Become Fearless?(46:05) - The Time When MS Dhoni Asked Him to Captain the Team(47:16) - Playing as a Captain vs. as a Normal Player(49:22) - How Did He Talk About Replacements With Players?(52:15) - Is There a Decision He Regrets?(53:41) - The Time When He Measured a Ground in Australia(56:24) - The Wasim Akram Reverse Swing Incident(58:49) - Why Did He Want Solitude Before Matches?(1:03:46) - Why He Believes in Defending in Public & Criticising in Private(1:06:37) - Sourav Ganguly: "I Never Wanted to Be Out of Place"(1:10:02) - What Do You Need to Fix in a Losing Team?(1:12:44) - The Power of Visualization(1:17:25) - His Next Venture(1:19:22) - Has He Stopped Working as Much After His Blackout Incident?(1:21:13) - Why Does Crying Not Come to Him Easily?(1:23:35) - What Does He Miss the Most About His Father?(1:26:57) - What's His Biggest Insecurity?(1:29:49) - BTS(1:30:43) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Sourav Ganguly, Former Captain of the Indian Cricket Team, Former President of BCCI, and President of the Cricket Association of Bengal, to understand leadership, team building, and what it truly takes to rebuild from the ground up.We discuss how Ganguly took a broken, match-fixing-scarred Indian cricket team and turned them into a side that won in Australia, England, and Pakistan. He breaks down the aggression he brought to Indian cricket, the difference between a selector and a rejector, and why fearlessness is built daily not in a single speech. He also opens up about his father, his relationship with the game after captaincy, and what drives him even today.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Sourav Ganguly here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souravgangulyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sourav-ganguly/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
Check out upGrad School of Technology & their scholarship test: https://sot.upgrad.com/s/64f64862Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:22) - 3 Phases of Life, Phase 1: Crack(15:57) - Phase 2: Switch(18:47) - Phase 3: EMI(19:37) - The World Is Undergoing an AI Revolution(28:17) - What Is Quantum Computing?(30:25) - Do Stanford University & MIT Graduates Get an Upper Hand?(38:00) - Top 3 Skills Companies Assume You Know While Joining(42:20) - LinkedIn's Hiring Process(44:57) - Amazon's Hiring Process(49:31) - Why Are They Offering Degree Courses if They Think Degrees Are Worthless?(59:09) - Which Are the 3 Jobs That Would Not Exist in the Next 3 Years?(1:01:14) - 3 Jobs That Don't Exist Now but Will Be High-Paying in a Few Years(1:05:24) - Which Engineers Survive Automation and Which Don't?(1:13:52) - AI-World-Ready or Not, How to Self-Audit?(1:19:03) - How Can Someone Make Their Career Bulletproof?(1:34:23) - What's One Indian Mindset Framework the World Is Copying?(1:38:40) - India Will Grow When...(1:39:49) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Vishwa Mohan, Founder & CEO of upGrad School Of Tech, for an honest conversation about engineering, placements, AI, and the future of work.He talks about the reality behind the IIT dream, what students are rarely told about placement packages, and why chasing salary numbers often creates the wrong expectations. The conversation also covers AI, layoffs, hiring trends, and the skills needed to stay relevant in a fast-changing world. He explains the warning signs that show your job could be at risk, the litmus test to know if you are truly AI-ready, and why learning to build real-world applications matters more than simply collecting certificates. Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Vishwa Mohan here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vishwa.mohan.singh/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishwa-mohan/ Follow upGrad School Of Tech here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upgrad_schooloftech/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upgrad-school-of-technology/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@upGradSchoolofTechnology Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upGradSOT/ Follow upGrad here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upgrad_edu/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@upGrad_eduAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
At SIAL Canada 2026 in Montreal, Food Institute VP of Content and Insights Chris Campbell sat down with Mathieu Brisson, Global Sales Lead at Prestige Maple, to discuss how the company is transforming maple products for a rapidly evolving global food and beverage market. From maple mocktails and maple wine to the growing demand for natural sweeteners, Brisson explains how Prestige Maple is expanding beyond traditional syrup products while exporting to more than 60 countries worldwide. The conversation also explores shifting consumer preferences, the rise of better-for-you ingredients, and how multinational brands are embracing maple sugar innovation. Brisson also shares insights on global trade, supply chain agility, and the importance of building strong international relationships in uncertain markets. Plus, he offers practical advice for food brands looking to expand internationally, including why getting on the ground in local markets remains essential for success. Recorded live at SIAL Canada 2026. More about Mathieu Brisson: Mathieu Brisson is a global sales and market development leader in the food and beverage industry. At Prestige Maple Products — one of Canada's largest maple producers and manufacturers, exporting to more than 60 countries — he is responsible for market development across the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. With deep CPG and FMCG expertise, he has built a career advancing brands internationally and cultivating strategic partnerships with leading retailers, distributors, and foodservice operators. He's a regular voice at international food trade events. More about Prestige Maple Products: Founded in 1995 and based in Québec's Bas-Saint-Laurent region, Prestige Maple Products is a family-owned company and one of the world's top maple processor-exporters, serving more than 60 countries. In 2024, Prestige joined the CDL Corporate Group — the global leader in maple production equipment — creating the world's first fully integrated maple company, from the maple tree to the final consumer. With a portfolio spanning maple syrup, sugar, butter, beverages, and wines, Prestige combines deep craft heritage with industrial scale and continuous innovation. Learn more here: https://prestigemapleproducts.com/en/home/
This episode is brought to you by Urban Platter. To know more, checkout: https://bit.ly/urban-platter-figuring-outGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are her personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(04:07) - What changes after motherhood?(10:40) - Why does her mother leave notes for her?(13:46) - Did she absorb a character's personality?(20:16) - What kind of actor does she think she is?(22:55) - What's mom brain?(30:10) - Why don't men understand pregnancy?(35:18) - Validation should come from within(40:40) - Kiara: "I was a people pleaser when I was young"(45:51) - Has she ever felt inferior in a room?(47:44) - Every experience is a lesson(56:34) - Was she a good daughter?(1:06:59) - What she doesn't want her baby to learn from her(1:09:51) - Is there a cost to hiding a relationship?(1:13:45) - What's one thing about her that bothers Sid?(1:16:30) - Did she want a relationship like her parents'?(1:19:22) - How does she deal with heartbreak?(1:22:00) - How will she teach her daughter to deal with today's men?(1:27:32) - What scares her today?(1:30:35) - Story behind her Met Gala 2025 outfit(1:35:05) - BTS(1:36:04) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Kiara Advani for a personal conversation about motherhood, emotions, relationships, and life beyond films.She talks about what changed after becoming a mother, the emotions first-time moms rarely express, and how motherhood changes the way women think and feel. Kiara shares the toughest part of becoming a parent, why a supportive partner matters, and how constantly switching between different roles can emotionally exhaust a person.The conversation also covers heartbreak, insecurity, emotional healing, and the lessons relationships teach over time. She reflects on Shershaah, the most emotional scenes she has done, why she and Sidharth Malhotra kept their relationship private, and what she would teach her daughter about men. This episode is emotional, honest, and deeply human.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Kiara Advani here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiaraaliaadvaniAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
Swati Bagri, head of FP&A for a major global FMCG company was told early in her career: “Either you are sales or you are helping sales”. In this second in our series of finance business partnership Swati, representing finance, is joined by Stephanie Troy, VP of Sales at Datarails, for a candid conversation with host Glenn Hopper about what sales leaders actually need from FP&A, and what great revenue-producing partnerships look like. In this special episode: The dynamics of sales vs finance needs Pipeline communication challenges The problems with forecasting Where lack of communication hurts sales and finance What finance needs from sales leaders in budget season Dealing with the Office of No
Get your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-506Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:21) - How China Conquered the World(08:55) - The SMILE Framework(11:10) - Can India Use Manufacturing to Grow?(17:12) - China's Raw Material Dominance(25:00) - What Is Debt-Trap Diplomacy & How Is It Done?(35:19) - Will India's Growth Get Delayed Because of China's Sea Route Domination?(41:18) - How Will India Escape This Sea Route Domination?(44:05) - What Chokepoint Can India Create to Become a Superpower?(52:13) - Gen Z: A Positive Generation(56:36) - China's Data & Surveillance Domination(1:14:10) - Is China Technologically Dominating the World?(1:20:29) - Countries Grow When They Steal Intellectual Property(1:25:15) - The Chinese Hustle Scam(1:36:24) - China's Currency Domination(1:40:43) - Is the Change in World Order Coming?(1:46:14) - When Will India Be in a Powerful Position?(1:49:13) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Dr Samir Saran, President of Observer Research Foundation and Curator of the Raisina Dialogue, to understand global power and strategy.We discuss how China expanded influence without direct conflict, the “smile strategy,” and how it builds control while United States builds markets. Dr. Saran explains demographic power, the philosophy behind China's rise, and the smartest moves that shaped its position.The conversation focuses on India, what it must do to negotiate equally with China, how to become a manufacturing giant, and how rare earth capabilities can change the balance. This episode breaks down geopolitics into clear, practical insights for India's next decade.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Dr Samir Saran Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samir_saranFollow ORF here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orfonlineAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
This episode is brought to you by Urban Platter. To know more, checkout: https://bit.ly/urban-platter-figuring-outGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:44) - What decides the culture of an office?(05:40) - Is ragebait content sustainable?(10:58) - Are there no major success stories from Nepal?(12:38) - What is social engineering?(19:27) - How do Afghans end up in UK?(22:18) - Does he think Russia is doing the right thing?(26:43) - Elon Musk: A grand thinker(35:42) - VIP culture: For safety or to show off?(39:54) - Will money solve a country's problems?(52:54) - What he meant by "India lacks direction"(56:48) - Importance of networking and action(1:04:47) - Politicians & security threats(1:07:32) - Why people should have anchor points in life(1:14:04) - Loneliness epidemic & how things are changing(1:22:09) - Moving from identity-based to interest-based relationships(1:25:33) - Civilizational values: India's power(1:34:09) - India's national character(1:37:12) - Donald Trump's three principles(1:42:40) - Americans & entitlement(1:49:09) - Is it really globalization or just Americanization?(1:52:30) - Marketing equals globalization(1:56:21) - Why does secularism stop us from asking difficult questions?(1:59:39) - When will India become a prosperous nation?(2:02:44) - OutroIn this episode, we sit down with Shekhar Dutt, Co-founder of Sleepy Classes IAS. We discuss how culture, trust, and social systems shape the way people think, behave, and make decisions in modern India.The conversation explores Gen Z's search for identity, the rise of loneliness despite digital connectivity, and why communities are evolving in unexpected ways. We also dive into global politics, India's bureaucratic evolution, why many Indians seek opportunities abroad, and what it will take for India to become a prosperous nation.This episode offers an honest insight into power, society, human behavior, and the structural shifts shaping India's future.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Shekhar Dutt here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedsdFollow Sleepy Classes IAS here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepyclassesAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
Download Porter Here: https://app.adjust.com/20z60k2gGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:48) - The story behind the handwritten letter(04:49) - When did he first realize he's better than his competitors?(09:38) - What's scary about international players?(11:47) - Does he feel arrogant?(19:36) - Istora fever in Indonesia(26:08) - The toughest crowd he played against(32:31) - The art of the start: pre-match routine(41:36) - Drift explained(47:57) - What does he notice about his opponents?(51:18) - Does visualization help?(1:01:13) - Does he feel bad when people talk more about the Indian cricket team?(1:05:36) - How does one feel after losing at the Olympics?(1:16:39) - Does ranking matter?(1:22:52) - What does World No. 1 have that he lacks?(1:25:05) - What was he thinking at each point in the Paris Olympics?(1:27:36) - At what point does he give up mentally?(1:31:25) - What does he eat during tournaments?(1:38:48) - The reason behind his risky serve at the All England(1:44:26) - What's the difference between him and Shi Yuqi?(1:46:56) - What's the difference between 3U and 4U rackets?(1:49:52) - What's the role of grip in badminton?(1:51:17) - Why are Indians known for deceptive wrist work?(1:52:55) - What were his inner demons and how did he fight them?(1:57:12) - How did he feel after the forged birth certificate allegation?(2:01:18) - Lakshya Sen: "Are you enjoying the journey, Dad?"(2:04:25) - How does it feel to have family at games?(2:06:49) - BTS(2:07:45) - OutroIn this episode, we sit down with Lakshya Sen, one of India's top badminton players. We discuss the mindset required to compete at the highest level, the pressure of representing India on the global stage, and how setbacks shape an athlete's journey.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Lakshya Sen Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senlakshya/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
Welcome to Nerd Alert, a series of special episodes bridging the gap between marketing academia and practitioners. We're breaking down highly involved, complex research into plain language and takeaways any marketer can use. In this episode, Elena and Rob dig into how branding strategy shapes consumer buying behavior and why the strategy you choose matters less than how consistently you execute it. Topics covered:[01:20] "Impact of Branding Strategy on Consumer Buying Behavior"[02:50] Why branding does the heavy lifting for fast-moving consumer goods[03:15] Four branding strategies: corporate, multi-brand, sub-brand and mono[05:20] When a house of brands beats a branded house[07:00] Commitment over perfection: why execution determines brand powerTo learn more, visit marketingarchitects.com/podcast Resources: Singh, Balgopal (2013), “Impact of Branding Strategy on Consumer Buying Behavior.”Research Journal of Arts, Management & Social Sciences, March 2013 Get more research-backed marketing strategies by subscribing to The Marketing Architects on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Are you a high performer who has been waiting for your hard work to speak for itself? You are not alone. Most women rise to the director level by being exceptional individual contributors, then hit an invisible ceiling that no one warned them about. The people getting promoted to vice president are not always working harder, they are working differently, and they understand a set of corporate power dynamics that nobody teaches women in business school, in onboarding, or anywhere along the way.In this episode of the SisterSmart Leadership Podcast, host and executive coach Jill Avey sits down with Linda Reddy, Global Supply Chain Director at Nando's, to decode the invisible games of corporate power that determine who advances into senior leadership and who stays stuck at director. Linda has more than 25 years of leadership experience across South Africa, India, the Middle East, Africa, and globally, and she has watched countless talented women plateau at the same level she once did, until she figured out the real rules.If you are a woman leader, director, senior director, or aspiring vice president looking for a roadmap from high performer to executive, this conversation will reframe how you think about visibility, influence, narrative, and what it really takes to be promoted to vice president. Linda walks through her framework of three career stages, the three elements of power, and the biggest mistakes women make when they pursue promotion. By the end of this episode you will know exactly where to focus to break through your next ceiling.In this episode of the SisterSmart Leadership Podcast you will learn:Why high performance alone will not get you promoted to vice president, and what doesThe three corporate stages every woman leader must move through to reach senior leadership: high performer, influencer, and authorityHow to use visibility, influence, and narrative as your real path to executive promotionWhy decisions about your career are happening outside the boardroom, and how to position yourself to be in those roomsHow to reframe self-promotion as a service that helps others do their job betterThe high performer trap that is causing senior leaders to see you as an operator instead of a thought leaderWhy being your own ambassador is the mindset shift that unlocks your next promotionThe biggest mistake women make when they say I am not 150 percent ready, and how to stop waitingHow to start small with risk and build the confidence muscle that gets you promotedLinda's framework of the 11 invisible games of corporate power and the 22 human dynamics that underpin themRelated topics covered in this episode for women leaders:How to get promoted from director to vice president, corporate power dynamics for women, executive presence for senior women leaders, women in supply chain leadership, leadership skills for women, how to be more visible at work, how to build influence as a woman leader, narrative framing for executives, sponsorship and mentorship for women, women in male dominated industries, women in global leadership, breaking the glass ceiling, gender in the workplace, leadership development for women, becoming a senior director, becoming a vice president, women and confidence, women and risk taking, professional growth for women leaders, how to be promoted faster.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEGet Linda Reddy's reflection journal on the invisible games of corporate power when you subscribe to her newsletter: https://lindareddy.uk/Linda Reddy's framework of the 11 invisible games of corporate powerThe 22 human dynamics that underpin corporate power across identity and status, fear and control, relationships and trust, ambition and survival, narrative and perception, and influenceABOUT LINDA REDDYLinda Reddy is a London-based Global Executive and international speaker specialising in corporate systems, power, and performance.Over 25 years, she has led large-scale supply chain and operational transformation across FMCG, banking, and hospitality in more than 24 countries running complex operations, multi-country P&Ls, and delivering over 400% EBITDA growth at C-suite level.A Harvard Business School alumna, she identified early that corporate success is not driven by strategy alone—but by the invisible dynamics of power, positioning, and human behaviour.That insight was sharpened beyond the boardroom.Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro, climbing Mount Fuji, and carrying the torch for the Olympic Games shaped a defining perspective on resilience, clarity, and legacy.Today, she is the creator of two proprietary frameworks:• The 11 Invisible Games of Corporate Power and • The 22 Human Dynamics used to help professionals understand how decisions are really made, build influence, and avoid being overlooked despite strong performance.Her work sits at the intersection of systems, power, and performance focused on how corporate actually functions, not how it is designed to—Register for the Free Executive Presence for Women Masterclass: The 3 keys to Increase Authority and Influence, happening live on Thursday, August 8 at 12 PST.A replay will be available for those that register! https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkdOsrDItGdHchQv1BXFozsGRUjL74xlK#/registration —
In November 2024, one of India's biggest FMCG companies, Hindustan Unilever, started getting a barrage of complaints from its consumers, who said they were seeing the same Dove and Surf Excel ads repeatedly on OTT platforms during a single watch session. Some of them were shown the same ads as many as 150 times within a week.With IPL around the corner, HUL — which spends nearly Rs 4,000 crore on ads annually — couldn't afford to ignore these complaints. So what followed was a series of investigations. And what they discovered has opened a real can of worms for not just JioHotstar, the platform streaming the IPL, but OTT platforms in general. The big issue is a serious mismatch between what was promised and what's actually being delivered for ad campaigns, according to seven insiders from HUL, Disney, and other industry rivals who spoke to The Ken.So what happens when a big spender starts feeling like it's not getting what it signed up for during the biggest streaming event of the year? The Ken reporter Rounak Kumar Gunjan speaks to Daybreak hosts Snigdha and Rahel.This episode was first published in February 2025. We're re-airing it now because IPL 2026 is live, and the underlying issue the episode raises has not been publicly confirmed as resolved.Here's what has changed after we first published: ahead of IPL 2025, JioHotstar partnered with Nielsen to introduce third-party verified ad measurement for the first time in Indian OTT. It was a direct response to the advertiser pressure this episode describes. But the Nielsen study that followed measured cross-screen duplication: whether the same viewer was being counted differently across TV, mobile, and connected TV. It didn't address the specific complaint HUL raised, which was about a single user being shown the same ad repeatedly within one platform. JioStar has not publicly confirmed that the problem has been fixed.What has changed though, for IPL 2026: connected TV ad rates are up 25%, with the base cost of a 10-second ad rising from ₹480 to ₹600 CPM. The money is bigger. And the question of whether advertisers are getting what they pay for remains the same.Tune in.Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.
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In this episode of Pricing Heroes, we speak with Danilo Zatta, one of the world's leading pricing minds — as described by the Financial Times — and a LinkedIn top five pricing thought leader. Danilo is a global pricing and top-line growth advisor to blue-chip companies and private equity investors, and the author of more than 20 books. He joins us to discuss his latest, Revenue Growth Management: How to Capture Hidden Value in FMCG and Retail, a practical playbook for commercial teams navigating price, promotions, mix, and trade terms in an increasingly complex retail landscape.Key Topics:Why pricing alone is no longer sufficient, and how the shift to revenue growth management changes the way commercial teams operateThe five core RGM levers — pricing, promotions, mix, trade terms, and innovation — and how to manage them as a coordinated systemHow the most successful retailers are building cross-functional RGM teams that span finance, category, sales, and marketingThe gap between data-driven ambition and month-end firefighting, and what it takes to close itAI as a force multiplier in RGM: where it works, where it's being misapplied, and how to identify the highest-value use casesThe Novus case study: how Ukraine's leading retailer used Competera's AI pricing platform to achieve a 6.7% profit uplift amid wartime volatilityA preview of Danilo's upcoming book on AI pricing, including build vs. buy decisions and change management for pricing software rolloutsRecommended Resources:Ten Rules of Highly Effective Pricing by Danilo ZattaThe Pricing Model Revolution by Danilo ZattaPricing Decoded by Danilo ZattaImpact Pricing podcast by Mark StivingThe Price Point newsletter (via Danilo's LinkedIn)Connect with Danilo Zatta on LinkedIn.Get in touch with us----------Get your free copy of Get Ready for the Future Of Pricing with our A-Z Guide.For more information about AI pricing solutions, check out our Corporate sponsor Competera.ai.
On Episode 859 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Atanu Mukherjee, CEO at Dastur Energy as well as Thomas V Abraham, Research Analyst at Mirae Asset Sharekhan.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:19) Markets slide as oil prices rise again(04:12) Nestle bucks sluggishness in FMCG, stock hits fresh high(04:44) Indigo, Air India have told the Government they are under extreme stress and on the verge of "stopping operations" because of high prices(06:43) UAE has quit OPEC(07:38) Decoding the medium to long term outlook for oil and gas production in India(23:39) Sun Pharma's $12 billion acquisition of Organon will double its size, a deep dive(30:42) New data centres take off in India but concern about them on OpenAI brassCheck out our Live Earnings tracker: https://earnings.thecore.in/For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
Check out HarvestPlus Solutions :https://harvestplus.solutions/Check out Nutri Pathshala: https://nutripathshala.com/Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:44) - What is HarvestPlus?(04:25) - Why isn't food the same anymore?(11:06) - What problems does poor nutrition cause?(14:14) - How can we fix nutrition issues?(19:33) - Story behind biofortification(23:50) - Challenges faced by HarvestPlus(26:02) - How close is India to adopting biofortified crops?(29:05) - What happens if kids eat regular crops?(34:44) - Why is too much focus on protein a problem?(38:22) - How Indians can improve nutrition with small changes(43:24) - Early signs of micronutrient deficiency(46:09) - What does living like a farmer mean?(48:44) - Why do village farmers prefer lab-made seeds?(53:00) - Nutrient-rich foods(57:57) - How other countries tackle nutrition issues(1:00:32) - How can people help reduce nutrition deficiency faster?(1:04:03) - What's next for HarvestPlus?(1:04:34) - What's something he fears?(1:07:52) - India won't grow if...?(1:11:26) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Ravinder Grover, COO of HarvestPlus Solutions, to talk about nutrition, hidden hunger, and why food today is not as healthy as we think.We discuss why your roti has lost nutrition, what deficiencies are doing to children, and why so many people are now talking about protein. Ravinder explains hidden hunger, how millions are affected without even realizing it, and the body signals most people ignore.The conversation also covers how biofortification started, how countries like Kenya tackled iron deficiency, and why India is still lagging behind. He shares why scientists often go unnoticed, the biggest risks ahead, and why one policy decision could change India's nutrition story. This episode is about food, health, and the gap between what we eat and what our body needs.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Ravinder Grover here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravindergroverLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravinder-grover-a0707018/Follow HarvestPlus Solutions here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harvestplus-solutions/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
GiangSinh is named due to her birth date of December 24th, being Vietnamese for Christmas, which she still went by until recently.Her Vietnamese mother and father met in Indonesia where GiangSinh was born and lived there for the first 5 years of her life. After moving back to Saigon she has lived in Nha Trang, Singapore, LA and now back to Saigon again where she feels her heart belongs. She has worked in Hospitality and FMCG most of her adult life, starting out at the prestigious Six Senses resort.Currently, she is Head of Sales for Bira91; a beer imagined in India, brewed in Belgium, sold worldwide and currently making inroads into the crowded Vietnamese market.We talk about her parents tumultuous relationship, owing to their different backgrounds and family pressures, and how that affected her growing up; living in different places around the world and the experiences gleaned from that and of course... alcohol. From the mass consumption of beer in Vietnam to the plethora of new cocktail bars opening in Saigon and our favourite types of whisky. She also believes that dogs are better than humans! Biscuit agrees.Bira 91"Send me a message!"Support the show
AI is beginning to facilitate decisions and shape purchases before shoppers even reach a retailer. From AI-assisted search and recommendation engines to emerging agent-led discovery and checkout journeys, a new commerce model is forming—streamlining the funnel, redefining shopper trust and impacting visibility for brands and retailers. Play this audio version of our webinar with Semrush to understand how consumer intent, AI interfaces and digital behaviour are converging to reshape e-commerce and where the earliest disruption signals are appearing. Listen now to learn: The shift from search-led funnels to agent-led commerce and how AI is beginning to drive discovery and purchase The acceleration of AI-led discovery, revealed through early signals in AI-driven referral traffic and digital behaviour Where FMCG disruption is emerging first and why beauty, health, pet care and food are early movers What makes a category agent-ready, from trust and claims to comparison-led and problem-solution journeys How roles are being reshaped across the ecosystem and the strategic questions brands, retailers and marketers must address in 2026 FMCG markets are entering a new phase of digital transformation. Understanding how quickly this shift is happening, and where it will hit first, is critical for brands, retailers, marketers and platform leaders preparing for the next wave of commerce. Download the slides and watch the video recording of this webinar. Introducing Opportunity Minded, a new series from Euromonitor International designed for forward-thinking business leaders like you. Each episode tackles a strategic approach or topic on corporate agendas. You'll hear from our experts who share in Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it?At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evidence-based research. Our claim validation service ensures your marketing messages are backed by real data. Stand out in a crowded market. Visit euromonitor.com/claims to learn more.
Technology doesn't have to be scary or steal jobs. In this episode of Leader Generation, Katya Lobynko shares a fresh perspective on digital transformation—one that puts people at the center. From her “people-priorities-process" approach to getting user feedback in hours instead of months, Katya breaks down practical frameworks for leading change that actually work. If you're tired of hearing about AI taking over and want to learn how technology can make work more meaningful, this episode is for you. Katya offers real strategies for building change from both the bottom up and top down, plus her lean startup approach to testing new technologies before making big investments. You'll walk away with actionable tools for becoming the kind of change leader who creates transformation that people want to be a part of. Leader Generation is hosted by Tessa Burg and brought to you by Mod Op. About Katya Lobynko: Katya Lobynko is a digital transformation leader with 15+ years across FMCG and pharma in EMEA and Asia. Her expertise spans commercial operations, data & analytics, conversational AI, and innovation with emerging technologies. She has held roles from global strategy and operating model evolution to local program leadership at P&G, Sanofi, and Danone, where she currently serves as IT & Data Director. Katya brings structure to complexity and delivers business results through a pragmatic, people-centered approach with a strong focus on stakeholder alignment, business value, and sustainable change. She serves on the global P&G Alumni Network Board. Connect with Katya on LinkedIn. About Tessa Burg: Tessa is the Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op and Host of the Leader Generation podcast. She has led both technology and marketing teams for 15+ years. Tessa initiated and now leads Mod Op's AI/ML Pilot Team, AI Council and Innovation Pipeline. She started her career in IT and development before following her love for data and strategy into digital marketing. Tessa has held roles on both the consulting and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa can be reached on LinkedIn or at Tessa.Burg@ModOp.com.
In this BTS Live Minisode from Shoptalk, Dave speaks with Daniel Torres Dwyer of The FMCG Guys about key themes emerging from the event.While AI continues to dominate the conversation, Daniel points to a more nuanced reality — where excitement is balanced with caution as brands navigate uncertainty and evolving market conditions.He also shares thoughts on emerging AI-driven commerce experiences and where they may — or may not — deliver real impact.Connect with Daniel on LinkedInFollow Beyond the Shelf on LinkedInLearn More about It'sRapidIs your PDP ready for AI? Get Your Free PDP Readiness AuditTheme music: "Happy" by Mixaud - https://mixaund.bandcamp.comProducer: Jake Musiker
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