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The following article of the Finance & Fintech industry is: “Purpose-Driven Credit: The Key to Unlocking Real Growth for MSMEs” by Mary Carmen Arteaga Palou, COO and Co-Founder, Equality Company.

The exclusion of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) from finance isn't driven by mere moral neglect, but by systemic infrastructural constraints - amplified by incomplete data. In a recent episode of Trade Finance Global's (TFG) podcast series, Trade Finance Talks, Silvia Andreoletti, Senior Reporter at TFG, sat down with Adel Meer, Manager of SME Finance, Solutions & Impact, at the World Bank Group (WBG).

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep explains what the new national budget means for HR practitioners in India. He outlines five key areas that directly impact HR decisions, starting with major changes in contract labour taxation, where TDS on vendor payments will now drop to just 1–2%, simplifying business operations. He highlights the government's strong push toward using AI for job‑matching, training‑need identification, and resume screening, urging HR teams to prepare for this industry wide shift. Mandeep emphasizes the renewed focus on providing real employment opportunities to people with special abilities, moving beyond policy to actual implementation. He also discusses upcoming tax benefits for medical reimbursements and insurance reimbursements effective April 2026, particularly helpful for MSMEs. Finally, he explains the budget's intent to attract foreign talent and how this creates a dual responsibility for HR, evolving policies to welcome global talent while strengthening internal capability development within the country.

With less than 48 hours to go before India's Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, tables the Union Budget in Parliament for the 2026–27 fiscal. Kunal Shankar, The Hindu's Deputy Business Editor, speaks to colleagues Soundariya Preetha, who has tracked India's MSMEs for over two decades — based out of Coimbatore,  and Lalatendu Mishra, who has followed the markets and the Reserve Bank of India for just as long, and is based out of Mumbai. They discuss how the customary Economic Survey, settled by Chief Economic Adviser V. Anantha Nageswaran, has been received by India's small businesses and the markets. They also talk about what these sectors are looking for in the Union Budget amid tariff headwinds visibly straining India's largest export sector - the MSMEs; and the volatility wrecked onto the markets as foreign investors exit Indian markets in droves and a precipitous depreciation of the rupee against the U.S. dollar. Host: Kunal Shankar Edited by Sharmada Venkatasubramanian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As one of India's largest employers, the micro small and medium enterprises have a big impact. They have a significant share in India's exports and play a vital role in global supply chains. While domestic MSMEs are striving to rise to their full potential, global uncertainty makes this actualization a challenge. On this episode of Unusual Suspects, host Gaurav Choudhury is joined by Easwaran Subramanian, Partner, Deloitte India to discuss how Budget 2026 can address the needs of India's MSME sector. Tune in for ideas ranging from AI-assisted collateral free lending to creating economies of scope via globally competitive clusters and much more.

Episode 208 with Carl Manlan, a development practitioner and global thought leader working at the intersection of financial inclusion, policy, entrepreneurship, and social impact across Africa and emerging markets. Carl brings deep experience from senior leadership roles at Visa, where he served as Vice President of Social Impact and Sustainability for the CEMEA region, and at Ecobank Foundation, where he was Chief Operating Officer leading programmes across 33 African markets, earning a Euromoney Award for Excellence. His career also spans influential roles across the United Nations system and AUDA NEPAD, bridging global economic policy with real world impact.In this episode, Carl explains why financial inclusion and digital payments are not social initiatives, but core economic infrastructure essential for Africa's long term growth, productivity, and resilience. Drawing on his concept of Polytunity, he reframes Africa's current economic disruptions as opportunities to redesign markets, institutions, and business models that work for entrepreneurs and small businesses at scale.The conversation challenges outdated narratives around informality, positioning Africa's popular economy and MSMEs as the continent's most adaptive and underestimated growth engine. Carl shares practical insights on how lowering transaction costs through smarter regulation, adaptive governance, and purpose driven business models can unlock inclusive economic growth.What We Discuss With CarlWhy financial inclusion and digital payments are foundational economic infrastructure for African marketsReframing crisis as opportunity through Polytunity and adaptive economic thinkingChallenging the myth of informality and unlocking growth in Africa's popular economy and MSMEsDesigning markets that work for entrepreneurs by lowering transaction costs through smart policy and regulationIntergenerational leadership, succession planning, and building lasting economic legacies in AfricaDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss Africa's $2 Trillion Instant Payment Boom and What It Means for Trade and Economic Growth? Make sure to check it out!Connect with Terser:LinkedIn - Terser AdamuInstagram - unlockingafricaTwitter (X) - @TerserAdamuConnect with Carl:LinkedIn - Carl Manlan and Inside The Blueprint PodcastMany of the businesses unlocking opportunities in Africa don't do it alone. If you'd like strategic support on entering or expanding across African markets, reach out to our partners ETK Group: www.etkgroup.co.ukinfo@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode 59 MSME Vendor Opportunities with Large FMCG Companies – Part 1   Guest: Samrat Sehgal, Global Supply Chain Head , Dabur India    Welcome back to MSME TALK® with Industry Expert. Industry Expert segment brings Industry Expert who discusses on specific topic relevant for MSMEs, Startup to scale up and build long-lasting Businesses.  Why did we do this episode: We created this episode because we were receiving many queries from MSMEs on how to become vendors to large FMCG companies, and what it takes to get selected and scale.  Key Topics Covered :-MSME vendor opportunities in large FMCG supply chains-How MSMEs should approach FMCG companies as vendors-Contract manufacturing: selection criteria + compliance non-negotiables-Vendor onboarding process: audit, trials, timelines-Common MSME mistakes and how to avoid them-Raw material suppliers: gate-openers vs deal-breakers-Quality checks: COA + in-house testing-Packaging opportunities for MSMEs-Innovation + eco-friendly niche packaging  For detail breakup of discussion, check the time stamps. Video Episode is also available on Youtube.  MSMEs & startups are looking for various kinds of supports & upgrade. Are you a Product, Service Provider, Expert, Advisor, Consultant, Mentor for MSMEs/Startups? Reach out to MSME TALK to list your business. Fill the form to help us reach out to you. Hey MSME TALK listeners! Hope you have not missed subscribing to our newsletter for the latest news, blogs, and podcast updates. We don't spam your inbox , hence we have highest rate of letter opening in Industry. Subscribe here for Newsletter. MSME TALK Podcast enters Peak Ranking Chart of 20+ Countries in the Apple Podcast Country Entrepreneurship Category. WhatsApp : Send hi - https://wa.me/918097665085 LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter Website Contact us : connect@msmetalk.comClick to All Social Media , Podcast etc links at one place Please give your rating and reviews on apple podcast or Spotify

Contract Lifecycle Management is no longer a legal department tool. It's a business survival system. In collaboration with Zoho Contracts, in this episode of The Daily Lawyer Podcast, we sit down with Mr Atul Juvle - former General Counsel at HDFC, HDFC Ergo, Schindler, and Otis Elevators, and current board member across multiple listed companies - to unpack how contracting has evolved from paperwork to enterprise risk intelligence. In a world of geopolitical shocks, regulatory pressure, supply-chain disruptions, and real-time accountability, Mr Atul explains why: A single missed contract renewal can create criminal liability CEOs now expect answers in minutes - not days CLM has moved from “legal cost” to boardroom necessity AI-powered contracting is essential - but human judgment still matters MSMEs and startups need CLM even before scale This episode is especially relevant for: ✔️ In-house legal teams ✔️ General Counsel & Legal Heads ✔️ CXOs, CFOs & Compliance Leaders ✔️ Founders, MSMEs & IPO-bound companies ✔️ Legal Ops & Risk Professionals Key Topics Covered: The evolution of legal from “no-go” to “co-pilot” Why contract renewals are the most dangerous blind spot How CLM prevents revenue leakage & compliance failures Speed-to-market as a legal KPI AI vs human review: what truly works Why CLM is as essential as a mobile phone today Our sincere thanks to Zoho Contracts for enabling this collaboration, and to Mr. Atul Juvle for sharing his time, experience, and perspective with our audience. Download Zoho Contracts' FREE eBook: https://www.zoho.com/contracts/ebooks/clm-software.html Download Zoho Contracts' CLM Survey: The State of Contracting 2026 https://www.zoho.com/contracts/ebooks/state-of-contract-management.html  Connect with us:  Contact: contactus@thedailylawyer.in Website: https://thedailylawyer.in/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailylawyerig/?hl=en  LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-v-krishnan/   

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As global leaders gather in Davos later this month amid shrinking aid budgets and hardening geopolitical priorities, development finance is being recast through the language of investment – raising urgent questions about who shapes this new model, who carries the risk, and who benefits.Development finance is entering a period of profound transition. Traditional aid models are under strain, squeezed by fiscal pressure, political fragmentation and shifting global priorities. In their place, investment-led approaches, from impact investing and blended finance to philanthropic capital and deeper private sector engagement, are gaining prominence as the future of development.In this episode of Think Change, we examine what this shift looks like in practice. How is capital being deployed across Africa and other emerging markets? What role do micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) play in translating finance into inclusive growth? And how viable is the move from grants to risk-tolerant investment in fragile and underserved contexts?Experts discuss where impact investing is delivering real outcomes, where expectations may be overstated, and how power, incentives and accountability are shifting as development increasingly speaks the language of capital.As Davos conversations turn towards mobilising private finance and redefining global cooperation, the episode asks whether investment genuinely deepen development, rather than simply reshaping it in the image of existing markets.GuestsSara Pantuliano (host), Chief Executive, ODI GlobalAmit Bouri, Co-Founder and CEO, Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) Neil Gregory, Senior Advisor to ODI Global's Centre for Private Finance in DevelopmentDorothy Nyambi, President and CEO, Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA)Related resourcesIRIS+Impact PrinciplesImpact Investor Survey

Episode 58 Inside India's Leather Sector: Footwear Manufacturing, MSMEs, Clusters, Kanpur Decline, Challenges & Growth Potential | MSME TALK® Welcome back to MSME TALK® Industry Bite. In this episode, MSME TALK® explores one of India's oldest and most labour-intensive sectors — the Leather & Footwear Industry — employing 4.2 million people and contributing significantly to exports and foreign exchange.Hosted by Swapnil, Economist & Researcher at MSME TALK®, this is Part 1 of a special 2-episode series that breaks down the scale, challenges, processes, clusters, and MSME realities of this massive sector.00:00:00 – Intro: India Leather & Footwear Industry 00:00:34 – Leather Sector Size & Key Facts 00:01:31 – India's Global Rank & Growth Forecast 00:02:15 – Footwear Market: Organized vs Unorganized 00:03:24 – Role of MSMEs in Leather Industry 00:04:22 – Leather Tanning Process Explained 00:05:52 – Types of Tanning (Chrome, Veg, Eco-Friendly) 00:06:35 – MSME Challenges in Leather Manufacturing 00:06:57 – Footwear Manufacturing Process 00:08:06 – Leather Garments & Accessories Overview 00:08:38 – Production Trends: Pre & Post COVID 00:09:41 – Declining Global Leather Demand 00:10:00 – Kanpur Leather Industry Story 00:12:31 – Environmental Norms & Compliance Issues 00:13:08 – Key Leather & Footwear Clusters (TN, WB, UP) 00:13:45 – Tamil Nadu's Rise in Leather Exports 00:14:38 – Industry Bodies & Associations 00:15:03 – Future Outlook: Growth & Sustainability 00:15:44 – Closing & What's Next in Part 2MSME TALK Podcast enters Peak Ranking Chart of 20+ Countries in the Apple Podcast Country Entrepreneurship Category. WhatsApp : Send hi - https://wa.me/918097665085 LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter Website Contact us : connect@msmetalk.comClick to All Social Media , Podcast etc links at one place Please give your rating and reviews on apple podcast or Spotify

Why do small businesses still wait months to be paid, even when the law says 45 days? In this episode of The Morning Brief, we examine one of the most persistent stress points in India’s MSME ecosystem: delayed payments. Host Anirban Chowdhury speaks with Basant Kaur, Country Head of C2FO and Ramesh Dharmaji Senior advisor of the Global Alliance of Mass Entrepreneurship (GAME) to unpack why payment backlogs—running into over 7.3 lakh crore rupees—continue despite legal mandates. The conversation moves from banking credit flows and risk appetite to the promise and pitfalls of platforms like TReDS, and why buyer participation remains the missing link. The episode also explores whether regulation alone is enough, or if behavioural change, digital infrastructure, and faster dispute resolution are equally critical. As MSMEs power jobs, exports, and growth, the discussion raises a timely question: can India fix its payment bottleneck before it chokes the very enterprises driving its economy?Tune inYou can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: X and LinkedinCheck out other interesting episodes from the host likeBattle Beyond BordersPeace Perished: Explaining the Pahalgam Terror AttackCorner Office Conversation with Sridhar Vembu, CEO, of Zoho CorporationRebel Foods’ chief on Building Brands, Tech, and an IPO on the HorizonBooking’s APAC Chief on Travel Trends, AI, and LoyaltyReliance’s AI PlaybookText-to-Theater? How AI is Rewriting Cinema Part 1How AI is Rewriting Cinema Part 2 Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The following article of the Finance & Fintech industry is: “The Critical Role of MSMEs in Sustainable Supply Chains” by Alba Aguilar, Director General, Consejo Mexicano de Finanzas Sostenibles.

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Episode 57 How CFOs Can Use TReDS Optimally | Insights from India's TReDS CFO Guest: Kailash Varodia, CFO of RXIL TReDS  Welcome back to MSME TALK® with Industry Expert. Industry Expert segment brings Industry Expert who discusses on specific topic relevant for MSMEs, Startup to scale up and build long-lasting Businesses.  Why did we do this episode: In earlier episode 56, we spoke to CFOs of medium and large companies to understand their real experience of using TReDS and the benefits they're seeing across cash flow, vendor relationships, and treasury efficiency. In today's episode, we flip the perspective. We sit down with Kailash Varodia, CFO & COO of RXIL TReDS, one of India's leading TReDS platforms to know how we will use TReDS as CFO of other enterprises.  

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Episode 56 CFO Voices on TReDS | Experiences from India's Business Finance Leaders Welcome back to MSME TALK®. This Industry Insights episode brings together voices from three CFOs to share experience on TReDS, invoice discounting platform for fellow CFOs and Business owners for MSMEs, SMEs , Large , Mid , PSUs enterprises.   Why did we do this episode: Even successful Businesses in other countries are closing because of succession issues , we are witnessing the same in India. Hence we want our Business Entrepreneurs to warm up for Business Legacy.   In this episode, we explore: TimeStamp 00:00:00  Teaser  00:00:22  MSME TALK Podcast Intro  00:00:38  Episode Overview  00:00:59  Disclaimer  00:01:31  Guest Intro – Mr. Dhamarajan  00:02:11  First heard about TReDS?  00:02:57  Key benefits experienced  00:05:04  Did turnover improve?  00:05:35  Profitability or cost savings  00:05:56  Active usage frequency  00:06:32  Number of MSME vendors  00:06:50  Started as buyer and seller  00:08:15  Platform used and experience  00:09:11  Message for CFOs and MSMEs  00:11:14  Message for large buyers  00:11:36  One guidance or hack  00:13:13  Closing remarks  00:13:43  Guest Intro – Mr. Satish Kotakota  00:16:02  Specific benefits seen  00:18:29  Continued use and future plans  00:21:02  Platforms used and ranking  00:21:52  Message for CFOs and MSMEs  00:24:19  One key guidance or hack  00:26:01  Closing remarks  00:26:27  Guest Intro – Mr. Mohapatra  00:27:47  Initial perception of TReDS  00:29:32  Benefits experienced  00:31:14  Impact on rating or profits  00:32:46  Vendor relationship improvement  00:32:57  Continued usage of TReDS  00:33:14  Platform used and experience  00:33:51  Message for CFOs and MSMEs  00:36:04  Guidance for other CFOs  00:37:32  Closing remarks     MSMEs & startups are looking for various kinds of supports & upgrade. Are you a Product, Service Provider, Expert, Advisor, Consultant, Mentor for MSMEs/Startups? Reach out to MSME TALK to list your business. Fill the form to help us reach out to you. Hey MSME TALK listeners! Hope you have not missed subscribing to our newsletter for the latest news, blogs, and podcast updates. We don't spam your inbox , hence we have highest rate of letter opening in Industry. Subscribe here for Newsletter. MSME TALK Podcast enters Peak Ranking Chart of 20+ Countries in the Apple Podcast Country Entrepreneurship Category. WhatsApp : Send hi - https://wa.me/918097665085 LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter Website Contact us : connect@msmetalk.comClick to All Social Media , Podcast etc links at one place Please give your rating and reviews on apple podcast or Spotify

  Sanjay Tripathy | Co-Founder & CEO,BRISKPE-  Sanjay Tripathy, a distinguished Stanford GSB alumnus, is the Co-Founder and CEO of BRISKPE, a pioneering cross-border payment startup specializing in serving MSMEs. As a seasoned fintech entrepreneur, his core mission revolves around revolutionizing B2B cross-border payments through the strategic deployment of cutting-edge technologies, including AI, and innovative payment pathways. His vision encompasses the delivery of cost-efficient, rapid payment solutions coupled with seamless accessibility, comprehensive payment tracking, and robust compliance mechanisms.With over 30 years of illustrious experience spanning six diverse industries, Sanjay stands as one of India's most decorated marketers. His expertise spans the realms of Marketing, Sales, E-commerce, Digital, Partnerships, and Strategy, making him a versatile leader. His influence extends across various industry verticals, including FMCG, Consumer goods, Telecom, and financial services, across multiple regions including India, South Asia, and North America.Sanjay is a renowned thought leader, particularly in the Digital, Marketing, E-commerce, FinTech, and Insurtech domains. He is a frequent keynote speaker at industry gatherings and startup events. Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, he has also thrived as a successful Angel Investor, with investments in over 20 startups.His contributions extend to nurturing more than 30 startups, aiding them in scaling up and establishing sustainable business models. During his tenure at Agilio, his previous company, he executed disruptive strategies, collaborated with government entities, and ensured 100% regulatory compliance across diverse domains. Moreover, Sanjay has lent his expertise as an InsurTech and FinTech consultant to prominent firms such as McKinsey, BCG, and various analyst and venture capital funds. 

Episode 195 with Thomas Kingombe, Managing Director and Partner at BCG South Africa and co-author of Bridging Africa's Infrastructure Execution GapAfrica is on the verge of an infrastructure transformation that could redefine its economic future. With more than 130 cross-border projects across energy, transport, digital and water sectors, the continent has the potential to unlock 500 billion dollars in additional economic value and create 74 million new jobs. The opportunity is immense, but realising it will require a shift from ambition to execution.In this episode of the Unlocking Africa Podcast, Thomas Joseph Kingombe from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) joins us to explore the findings from the groundbreaking report Bridging Africa's Infrastructure Execution Gap. Thomas shares how Africa can accelerate progress through strategic coordination, innovative financing, and stronger partnerships between the public and private sectors. He also discusses how the continent can tap into its four trillion dollars of domestic capital to fund sustainable, homegrown development.What We Discuss With ThomasAfrica's 500 billion dollar infrastructure opportunity and how coordinated execution can unlock long-term growth across the continentMobilising domestic capital and reducing reliance on external financing through innovative investment structuresInsights from the Lobito Corridor as a model for infrastructure success through public and private collaborationThe vision for an African Union Coordination Hub to fast-track 130 high-impact regional projectsBuilding Africa's infrastructure workforce with five million new professionals to meet growing development demandsVerto CornerIn this week's Verto Corner, Chris Morris, Global Partnerships Manager at Verto, talks about how strategic partnerships are driving growth and innovation in cross border payments. He explains how Verto works with trusted partners to unlock value for clients, create new opportunities in emerging markets, and strengthen its position as a leader in global payments. Chris shares real examples, including how Verto's collaboration with East African travel platform Tripoli helped solve major challenges around multi currency payments and cross border transactions.Access the Strategy HandbookDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss Unlocking Affordable and Patient Capital for MSMEs in Africa? Make sure to check it out!Connect with Terser:LinkedIn - Terser AdamuInstagram - unlockingafricaTwitter (X) - @TerserAdamuConnect with Thomas:LinkedIn - Thomas Kingombe  and Boston Consulting Group (BCG)Discover how Verto's solutions can help you accept payments, manage expenses, and scale with ease here

Jolicar Maranga is CEO at Vende ERP & JBM Labs PH. Vende is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution for MSMEs from basic inventory solutions to advanced warehousing & distribution. This Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system provides comprehensive solutions for MSMEs, with the Basic Edition and Advanced Edition. Both address core operational needs of MSMEs while the latter caters more to distributors company. The core engine is already used and subscribed (paid) by 4 businesses, without active Marketing efforts yet. Some modules include Order transactions, CRM, Purchasing/Procurement, Inventory Management, order management, and financial-related features to support and streamline more sophisticated Supply Chain Management functionalities. Inclusion of artificial intelligence for this software is already under development.This episode is recorded live at AdZU AZUL Hub, technology business incubator of Ateneo de Zamboanga University in Zamboanga City.In this episode | 01:04 Ano ang Vende ERP? | 03:07 What problem is being solved? | 09:47 What is s being provided? | 20:04 What are stories behind the startup? | 39:50 What is the vision? | 49:37 How can listeners find more information?VENDE ERP (JBM LABS PH) | Website: https://www.jbmlabs.zambo.tech | Facebook: https://facebook.com/jbmlabsphADZU AZUL HUB | Facebook: https://facebook.com/dostadzu.azulhubTHIS EPISODE IS CO-PRODUCED BY:Yspaces: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://knowyourspaceph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apeiron: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apeirongrp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twala: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twala.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Symph: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://symph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Secuna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secuna.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Red Circle Global: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://redcircleglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MaroonStudios: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maroonstudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AIMHI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aimhi.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS:Ask Lex PH Academy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://asklexph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on e-learning courses! Code: ALPHAXSUP)Argum AI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://argum.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PIXEL by Eplayment: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pixel.eplayment.co/auth/sign-up?r=PIXELXSUP1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Sign up using Code: PIXELXSUP1)School of Profits: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://schoolofprofits.academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Founders Launchpad: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://founderslaunchpad.vc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hier Business Solutions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hierpayroll.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Agile Data Solutions (Hustle PH): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://agiledatasolutions.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Smile Checks: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://getsmilechecks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CloudCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloudcfo.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Free financial assessment, process onboarding, and 6-month QuickBooks subscription! Mention: Start Up Podcast PH)Cloverly: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloverly.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BuddyBetes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buddybetes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HKB Digital Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://contakt-ph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on RFID Business Cards! Code: CONTAKTXSUP)Hyperstacks: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hyperstacksinc.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OneCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onecfoph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on CFO services! Code: ONECFOXSUP)UNAWA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unawa.asia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SkoolTek: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skooltek.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettersupport.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Referral fee for anyone who can bring in new BPO clients!)Britana: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://britanaerp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wunderbrand: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wunderbrand.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EastPoint Business Outsourcing Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/eastpointoutsourcing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DVCode Technologies Inc: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dvcode.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NutriCoach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nutricoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Uplift Code Camp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://upliftcodecamp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on bootcamps and courses! Code: UPLIFTSTARTUPPH)START UP PODCAST PHYouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FacebookPatreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PIXEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pixel.eplayment.co/dl/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://phstartup.online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Edited by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tasharivera.com⁠

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Episode 194 with Dr Henry Clarke Kisembo, Group Global Lead and Executive Chairman of Development Associates Link International (DALI), an organisation driving inclusive finance, digital transformation, and sustainable business development across Africa and beyond.Dr Kisembo is a respected financial economist, development finance specialist, and digital economy advocate with over twenty five years of experience spanning fintech innovation, agrifinance, investment strategy, and private sector growth. He has collaborated with global institutions such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, USAID, and UN Capital Development Fund to design inclusive financing systems that empower entrepreneurs and strengthen local economies.In this episode, Dr Kisembo explores how MSMEs can access affordable finance and what it will take to create a truly enabling environment for entrepreneurship in Africa. He breaks down the key impediments to MSME financing, from high interest rates and collateral requirements to policy and institutional bottlenecks, and shares practical solutions for building patient, inclusive, and sustainable capital systems.What We Discuss With Dr KisemboUnderstanding the realities of Africa's MSME financing landscape and the structural barriers limiting access to affordable capital.Exploring the concept of patient capital and how long term investment can drive sustainable MSME growth and resilience.How fintech innovation, digital identity, and data-driven credit scoring are transforming financial inclusion across Africa.Strengthening MSME investment readiness and the role of private sector partnerships in unlocking new financing opportunities.The future of MSME finance in Africa, from blended and green finance to the rise of digital currencies and impact driven investment.Verto CornerIn this week's Verto Corner, Erike Buys, Regulatory Exchange Control Manager at Verto, explains the vital role of exchange control in keeping cross border payments both compliant and efficient. She shares how Verto's exchange control framework supports seamless trade across Africa while staying aligned with regulatory bodies in South Africa and other markets. Erike also discusses the latest developments shaping the region's regulatory environment and what they mean for businesses trading internationally.Access the Strategy HandbookDid you miss my previous episode where I discus Raising ₦100 Billion to Fund Africa's Digital Economy Through Verified Data and Local Infrastructure? Make sure to check it out!Connect with Terser:LinkedIn - Terser AdamuInstagram - unlockingafricaTwitter (X) - @TerserAdamuConnect with Dr Kisembo:LinkedIn - Dr Henry Clarke KisemboTwitter - @hkisemboDiscover how Verto's solutions can help you accept payments, manage expenses, and scale with ease here

Episode 55 Succession Planning for SMEs: With or Without the Next Generation Guest: Suraj Malik , CEO , Legacy Growth   Welcome back to MSME TALK® with Industry Expert. Industry Expert segment brings Industry Expert who discusses on specific topic relevant for MSMEs, Startup to scale up and build long-lasting Businesses. Why did we do this episode: Even successful Businesses in other countries are closing because of succession issues , we are witnessing the same in India. Hence we want our Business Entrepreneurs to warm up for Business Legacy.  

In this value-packed episode of The Entrepreneurial You, host Heneka Watkis-Porter sits down with Rashesh Shah, the purpose-driven founder and managing director of Talent Corner HR Services. With a team of over 250 professionals and more than 100 franchise partners across India, Rashesh shares the systems, mindset, and mission behind building a recruitment powerhouse that puts people and purpose before profit. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to scale a recruitment business with heart, vision, and systems The importance of serving MSMEs and empowering small-scale entrepreneurs How to build a successful franchise model that welcomes first-time founders Real-world examples of surviving economic crises with client loyalty The role of AI in improving business without replacing people Why long-term vision and purpose are essential to sustainable growth Whether you're leading a small business, managing a team, or dreaming of creating scalable impact, this episode offers real strategies and a refreshingly human approach to growth. COMMUNITY CONNECTION: It's time to celebrate your growth. This October, Leadercast Kingston returns — giving you an exceptional opportunity to learn from some of the brightest minds in leadership and business. Then in November, the journey continues with the LeadHerShip Cruise — your floating mastermind at sea. Dive into powerful workshops, connect with dynamic leaders, and yes, even treat yourself at the onboard cupcake shop for a little sweet inspiration. Ready to join or share your scaling story? Email heneka@henekawatkisporter.com or message via WhatsApp at 876-849-2571. CONTACT RASHESH DOSHI: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheshdoshi/  TRENDING NOW: In today's fast-evolving business landscape, purpose-driven growth is more than a buzzword—it's a strategic imperative. Recent reports from McKinsey highlight that companies integrating social impact and systemic innovation are experiencing 2.5 times higher revenue growth than their peers. Moreover, the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2025 indicates that entrepreneurs who prioritize long-term value creation over short-term gains are 40% more likely to sustain their businesses beyond five years.  Rashesh Doshi's approach—focusing on systems, empowerment, and community impact—aligns perfectly with this shift. Modern entrepreneurs are leveraging AI and digital tools not just for efficiency but to foster authentic relationships and social responsibility. The trend is clear: Purposeful scaling, rooted in systems and community, is the new gold standard for sustainable success. If you enjoyed this episode of The Entrepreneurial You, subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a rating, and share it with your friends. Visit henekawatkisporter.com to download a free eBook on how to conduct podcast interviews like a pro! RELATED EPISODES YOU MIGHT ENJOY: Discover more episodes that offer valuable insights, inspiration, and practical tips to help you on your entrepreneurial journey. Building Trust and Collaboration: Insights from Mike's ‘We're All in This Together With Mike Robbins Investing in Sustainability, and Redefining Success With Mark Rampolla AFFIRM WITH ME: I am building systems that empower others and multiply my impact. LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE: Spotify: https://bit.ly/TEYSpotify Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/2nDEbsZ  POWERED BY OUR SPONSORS: Thanks to our sponsors henekawatkisporter.com & the Jamaica Stock Exchange Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00 - Intro 0:08 - The Development Bank of Jamaica has launched a new loan for medium, small and micro enterprises.0:45 - Livingstone Morrison has been named as the new CEO of the Jamaica Stock Exchange. 1:18 - Jamaica recorded more than 34 million cyberattack attempts in the first six months of 2025.2:00 - After months of back and forth, the US and China finally have a framework for a deal to prevent a permanent TikTok ban.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol: Indian IT services slash H-1B visa dependence by 56% in eight years even as US giants quietly lap them up. MSMEs brace for mandatory cyber audits under new CERT-In rules. ONDC extends incentives through September to keep sellers afloat as retail orders slide. Real-money gaming startup Zupee lays off 170 employees amid regulatory heat. And fintech NBFCs face shrinking profits but FY26 is filled with hope with GST cut tailwinds.

In this edition we track India's progress on trade deals with the European Union and the United States, Apple's price hike over the years, and an 8-year trend of falling dependency on H1B visas for Indian IT companies. Also find, a Moneycontrol exclusive with Dabur CEO Mohit Malhotra. Also inside: Cyber audits for MSMEs, Bollywood's fight against deepfakes and India's first all-AI band, Trilok.

India's tax system is once again at a crossroads with GST 2.0. What began as the biggest reform in independent India was riddled with compromises, complexities, and billion-rupee disputes — but what do the new changes really mean for ordinary citizens? Tax lawyer and founder of Tax Compaas, Ajay Rotti, joins us to break it all down. In this insightful conversation, Ajay explains why GST was born more political than economic, how disputes over popcorn, KitKat, and cosmetic creams exposed deep flaws in the system, and why rate rationalisation today is less a revolution than a course correction. We also dive into what GST 2.0 means for the real middle class — from grocery bills and dairy products to insurance and savings — and why simpler compliance could finally give relief to businesses and MSMEs. Ajay sheds light on how tax tribunals might speed up litigation, why expanding the tax base is essential, and how trust, not just revenue, is the true foundation of a fair tax system. Finally, we turn to the larger picture: how taxation shapes India's growth story, the balance between states and the Centre, and why reforms must go beyond collections to building confidence in governance. Chapters 00:00 – Intro 01:00 – From Popcorn to Shampoo: Making GST Rates Simple 10:00 – Why GST Had So Many Slabs in the First Place 20:00 – Inside the GST Council: How India Decides Taxes 30:00 – One Nation, One Tax: Logistics & Compliance Gains 45:00 – Insurance, Housing & Middle Class Impact 55:00 – The Future of GST: Can We Get to One Simple Rate? ⸻

Episode 77 with Lotte Schou Zibell, Ian Morrison, and Raoul Montgomery

Brought to you by the Founders Unfiltered podcast by A Junior VC - Unscripted conversations with Indian founders about their story and the process of building a company. Hosted by Aviral and Mazin.Join us as we talk to Sanjay Tripathy, the CEO and founder of BRISKPE about their story.Sanjay completed his bachelor's degree from Orissa University and an MBA from IRMA. He went on to hold managerial positions at Amul, PepsiCo, Mattel, and Reliance Infocomm, and later served as VP & CMO at HDFC Life.He founded Agilio, co-founded and led Agilio Labs as CEO, and has also been a mentor and angel investor for several companies. In addition, he was Chairman of the Board at Invesco Asset Management.In 2023, he co-founded BRISKPE and currently serves as its CEO.

As South Africa prepares to host the historic G20 Meetings this year, we speak with Tshifiwa Tshivhengwa, CEO of the Tourism Business Council of South Africa, about the significance of this event for the country's tourism private sector, the SADC region, and the continent as a whole. In this conversation, Tshifiwa shares his perspective on the Impending rollout of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system aimed at streamlining visa processes, as well as the upcoming Tourism Leadership Conference and initiatives the Council is implementing to support MSMEs in the sector.  

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Today is World MSME Day 2025! Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the engine of Nigeria's economy. Yet, many MSMEs still grapple with barriers like limited access to finance, inadequate infrastructure, weak market connections, and low digital inclusion. To commemorate the #MSMEDay2025, we're spotlighting a special podcast discussion focused on how we can build stronger linkages between MSMEs, support institutions, and market players. This conversation dives into practical strategies and frameworks to better connect entrepreneurs across sectors, regions, and value chains — with the ultimate goal of driving sustainable growth, innovation, and resilience.

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:McDonald's and Krispy Kreme call it quits, ending their nationwide rollout plan after realizing the doughnut pilot wasn't scalable due to cost and distribution challenges.Klarna integrates with Google Pay, enabling U.S. users to split purchases into BNPL installments as the fintech expands its reach through mainstream mobile wallets.Walmart to train 100,000 Indian small businesses through its Vriddhi program, deepening its investment in MSMEs and strengthening its international supply chain and marketplace ecosystem.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

Join Anupam Gupta on Paisa Vaisa to unlock financial success! CareEdge Ratings CEO Mehul Pandya demystifies credit ratings for MSMEs and investors, detailing their impact on debt funds and fundraising. Get CareEdge's exclusive India economic outlook 2025, covering corporate health, the infrastructure boom, and a BBB+ sovereign rating. Learn how this shapes your investments and personal finance. Plus, insights into ESG ratings, sustainable finance, and financial careers. Essential for navigating India's economy, stock market trends, and wealth creation. Key Topics Covered: ✅ India 2025 Outlook: Economy, infrastructure, BBB+ rating, investment impact. ✅ Credit Ratings: MSMEs, Investors, Debt Funds, Fundraising. ✅ Sustainable Finance: ESG, Careers, CareEdge insights. Get in touch with our host Anupam Gupta on social media: Twitter: ( https://twitter.com/b50 ) Instagram: ( https://www.instagram.com/b_50/ ) LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anupam9gupta/ ) You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts website at https://www.ivmpodcasts.com/ You can watch the full video episodes of PaisaVaisapodcast on the YouTube channel. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @ivmpodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AJ Aparicio, Mark Renzo Tan, and Jeff Andre Millan are Co-Founders at Baylo Central. Baylo Central is an e-commerce platform making sourcing easy for MSMEs and suppliers in Iloilo. The primary market of Baylo Central are local food and souvenir shops in Iloilo City, and soon going beyond. This episode is recorded live at CPUGAD TBI. CPUGAD TBI is a startup incubator based in Central Philippine University in Iloilo City. In this episode | 01:16 Ano ang Baylo Central? | 06:20 What problem is being solved? | 14:57 What solution is being provided?22:29 What are stories behind the startup? | 37:42 What is the vision? | 44:42 How can listeners find more information? CPUGAD TBI | Website: https://startupwesternvisayas.com.ph/tbi/cpugad-tbi | Facebook: https://facebook.com/cpugadtbi THIS EPISODE IS CO-PRODUCED BY:SPROUT SOLUTIONS | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sprout.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Sprout Payroll Starter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/SproutPayrollStarter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | APEIRON | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apeirongrp.com |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TWALA |Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twala.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | SYMPH Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://symph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | SECUNA Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secuna.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | MAROON STUDIOS Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maroonstudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | AIMHI Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aimhi.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://asklexph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on e-learning courses! Code: ALPHAXSUP) | Founders Launchpad: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://founderslaunchpad.vc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | GumdropLab: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://gumdroplab.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | CloudCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloudcfo.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Free financial assessment, process onboarding, and 6-month QuickBooks subscription! Mention: Start Up Podcast PH) | Cloverly.tech: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloverly.tech |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BuddyBetes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buddybetes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | HKB Digital Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://contakt-ph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on RFID Business Cards! Code: CONTAKTXSUP) | Hyperstacks: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hyperstacksinc.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | OneCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onecfoph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on CFO services! Code: ONECFOXSUP) | UNAWA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unawa.asia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | SkoolTek: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skooltek.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Better Support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettersupport.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Referral fee for anyone who can bring in new BPO clients!) | Britana: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://britanaerp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Wunderbrand: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wunderbrand.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Fail Coach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fail.coach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Drive Manila: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/drivemanilaph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | EastPoint Business Outsourcing Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/eastpointoutsourcing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Doon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://doon.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Hier Business Solutions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hierpayroll.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | DVCode Technologies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dvcode.tech |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mata Technologies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mata.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lookingfour.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | NutriCoach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nutricoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Uplift Code Camp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://upliftcodecamp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on bootcamps and courses! Code: UPLIFTSTARTUPPH) | Digest PH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://digest.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on legal services! Code: DIGESTXSUP)START UP PODCAST PH | YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://phstartup.online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Edited by the team at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tasharivera.com

Zeno Martinez Founder at ZenLabs. ZenLabs is a venture builder based in Iloilo helping MSMEs towards digital transformation. ZenLabs drives end-to-end digital transformation by solving business challenges and building strong client relationships. ZenLabs' venture, Bulig.ai, is an all-in-one business management and ERP tool for streamlining small business operations. This episode is recorded live at WVSU BINHI TBI. In this episode | 00:55 Ano ang ZenLabs? | 01:33 What is the story behind building a venture builder? | 21:09 What is the problem regarding innovation that is being addressed? | 28:42 How does a venture builder create solutions? | 57:35 What is the overall philosophy of ZenLabs in venture building? | 1:00:36 How can listeners find more information?BULIG.AI | Website: https://bulig.aiWVSU BINHI TBI |Website: https://wvsu.edu.ph/binhi | Facebook: https://facebook.com/wvsubinhiTHIS EPISODE IS CO-PRODUCED BY:SPROUT SOLUTIONS | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sprout.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Sprout Payroll Starter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/SproutPayrollStarter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠APEIRON | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apeirongrp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/apeirongrp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TWALA | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twala.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/twalaio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SYMPH | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://symph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/SymphCo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MAROON STUDIOS | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maroonstudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/maroonstudiosinc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AIMHI | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aimhi.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/aimhiconstruction⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://asklexph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on e-learning courses! Code: ALPHAXSUP) | Founders Launchpad: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://founderslaunchpad.vc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | CloudCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloudcfo.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Free financial assessment, process onboarding, and 6-month QuickBooks subscription! Mention: Start Up Podcast PH) | Cloverly.tech: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloverly.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | BuddyBetes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buddybetes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | HKB Digital Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://contakt-ph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on RFID Business Cards! Code: CONTAKTXSUP) | Hyperstacks: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hyperstacksinc.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | OneCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onecfoph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on CFO services! Code: ONECFOXSUP) | UNAWA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unawa.asia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | SkoolTek: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skooltek.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Better Support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettersupport.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Referral fee for anyone who can bring in new BPO clients!) | Britana: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://britanaerp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Wunderbrand: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wunderbrand.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Fail Coach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fail.coach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Drive Manila: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/drivemanilaph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | EastPoint Business Outsourcing Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/eastpointoutsourcing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Doon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://doon.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Hier Business Solutions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hierpayroll.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | DVCode Technologies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dvcode.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Mata Technologies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mata.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lookingfour.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | NutriCoach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nutricoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Uplift Code Camp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://upliftcodecamp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on bootcamps and courses! Code: UPLIFTSTARTUPPH) | Digest PH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://digest.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on legal services! Code: DIGESTXSUP)START UP PODCAST PH | ⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠Edited by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tasharivera.com

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Mike Natividad is Founder at INNO Digital Marketing. INNO Digital Marketing is providing market research and digital marketing solutions for micro, small, and medium enterprises. They do this by providing market insights, especially helpful for enterprises penetrating local markets, and executing a marketing strategy that includes social media management, ads creation, and leads generation.This episode is recorded live at ISAT U KWADRA TBI. ISAT U KWADRA TBI is a startup incubator based in Iloilo Science and Technology University, Iloilo City.In this episode | 00:54 Ano ang INNO Digital Marketing? | 04:22 What problem is being solved? | 13:04 What solution is being provided? | 24:00 What are stories behind the startup? | 47:40 What is the vision? | 50:42 How can listeners find more information?INNO DIGITAL MARKETING | Website: https://www.innodigitalmarketing.com | Facebook: https://facebook.com/InnoDigitalMarketingServicesISAT U KWADRA TBI | Website: https://kwadratbi.tech | Facebook: https://facebook.com/KwadraTBITHIS EPISODE IS CO-PRODUCED BY:SPROUT SOLUTIONS | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sprout.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Sprout Payroll Starter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/SproutPayrollStarter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠APEIRON | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apeirongrp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/apeirongrp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TWALA | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twala.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/twalaio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SYMPH | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://symph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/SymphCo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MAROON STUDIOS | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maroonstudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/maroonstudiosinc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AIMHI | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aimhi.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/aimhiconstruction⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://asklexph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on e-learning courses! Code: ALPHAXSUP) | Founders Launchpad: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://founderslaunchpad.vc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | CloudCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloudcfo.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Free financial assessment, process onboarding, and 6-month QuickBooks subscription! Mention: Start Up Podcast PH) | Cloverly.tech: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloverly.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | BuddyBetes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buddybetes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | HKB Digital Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://contakt-ph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on RFID Business Cards! Code: CONTAKTXSUP) | Hyperstacks: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hyperstacksinc.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | OneCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onecfoph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on CFO services! Code: ONECFOXSUP) | UNAWA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unawa.asia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | SkoolTek: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skooltek.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Better Support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettersupport.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Referral fee for anyone who can bring in new BPO clients!) | Britana: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://britanaerp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Wunderbrand: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wunderbrand.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Fail Coach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fail.coach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Drive Manila: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/drivemanilaph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | EastPoint Business Outsourcing Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/eastpointoutsourcing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Doon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://doon.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Hier Business Solutions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hierpayroll.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | DVCode Technologies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dvcode.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Mata Technologies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mata.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lookingfour.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | NutriCoach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nutricoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Uplift Code Camp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://upliftcodecamp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on bootcamps and courses! Code: UPLIFTSTARTUPPH) | Digest PH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://digest.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on legal services! Code: DIGESTXSUP)START UP PODCAST PH | YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://phstartup.online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This episode is edited by the team at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tasharivera.com

Brought to you by the Founders Unfiltered podcast by A Junior VC - Unscripted conversations with Indian founders about their story and the process of building a company. Hosted by Aviral and Mazin.Join us as we talk to Sundeep Mohindru, the Founder Director of M1xchange about their story.Sundeep Mohindru is a visionary entrepreneur and Chartered Accountant with over 18 years of experience in consulting, audit, and finance. He is the Founder Director of Mynd Solutions, a leading business process solutions firm with over 1,200 employees, serving clients across India, APAC, and MEA. Under his leadership, Mynd Solutions launched M1xchange in 2017, a transformative platform that has revolutionized the industry.

Jeremy Au talks with Gita Sjahrir, an Indonesian economist and entrepreneur, in a deep dive on Indonesia's current macroeconomic conditions and policy landscape. They analyze how inconsistent government communication, executional shortcomings, and short-term policymaking have contributed to uncertainty among investors and the public. The discussion also explores infrastructure priorities, the structural incentives behind recent decisions, and the enduring resilience of Indonesian citizens and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). This episode offers a pragmatic assessment of an economy with strong fundamentals navigating through complex challenges. 1. Market turmoil triggered by poor policy communication: Stock prices dropped, and the IDX temporarily halted trading after inconsistent government messaging on taxes and royalties. 2. Investor confidence shaken by opacity: The lack of clear direction and unified communication made both local and foreign investors wary of the policy environment. 3. Layoffs highlight deeper weaknesses: Mass layoffs by a major garment company raised concerns about weakening consumer demand and employment trends. 4. Sovereign wealth fund rollout lacks transparency: The introduction of DARA, a new sovereign wealth fund, failed to clarify how infrastructure or job creation goals would be met. 5. Execution—not intent—is the policy bottleneck: While school lunch programs and stimulus plans aim to help, flawed rollout and budget tradeoffs create new public dissatisfaction. 6. Budget cuts send mixed signals: Programs for small and medium businesses have seen funding reduced, undermining growth for the sector that employs millions. 7. Controversial military law revision sparks unrest: The lack of draft transparency triggered fears over potential authoritarian shifts, adding to market and public anxiety. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.braves ea.com/blog/crisis-of-confidence Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Vietnamese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts

0:00 - Intro0:08 - Veteran and renowned business Journalist Owen James has died.  James was a pioneer in business journalism in Jamaica.0:44 - The TransJamaican Highway offer closed on March 18. The National Road Operating and Constructing Company said that due to excess demand, the offer had to be upsized.0:54 - Scotia Group reported an impressive 34 percent increase in net profits for its first quarter that ended in January.1:22 - NCB has launched a one billion dollar SME Growth Fund to give MSMEs access to lower-cost financing.2:09 - Trinidad and Tobago has a new Prime Minister. Former Energy Minister Stuart Young was sworn in on Monday as the eighth prime minister.2:56 -The trade war between the United States and the European Union is heating up. US President Donald Trump has threatened a 200 percent tariff on all EU alcohol imports to the US.

Why do business loans drive economic growth while consumer debt can be risky? In this conversation with Y.S. Chakravarti, we explore the power of smart lending, how financing entrepreneurs creates jobs, and why funding business assets is better than fueling consumption.From real-world lending experiences to lessons on financial discipline, this discussion covers:1.⁠ ⁠The key differences between business loans and consumer debt2.⁠ ⁠Why smart lending supports MSMEs and long-term financial stability3.⁠ ⁠How a ₹50,000 loan helped build a ₹5,000 crore business4.⁠ ⁠The psychology of borrowing and repayment behavior5.⁠ ⁠The future of finance: Human insights vs. digital lending models(00:00) Introduction(01:20) An anecdote from Mr. Chakravarti's early career(05:45) Growth of Shriram Finance(07:34) Truck Finance and Earning Assets(11:22) Why is Shriram Finance amalgamated?(12:55) Main income streams(15:07) No unsecured credit and why(18:53) 2 Wheeler business(21:38) Views on the technology and the digital world(25:00) Customer Acquisition(28:18) RBI reducing the risk weights(30:00) Expansion in Physical Branches v Digital platforms(32:39) Growth hinges on Transportations and MSMEs(37:24) Anecdote on what to avoid (learning from mistakes)(41:10) What can young people learn from the lending business?Smart lending is about more than just providing money—it's about supporting entrepreneurs, businesses, and long-term financial success. Understanding the difference between business loans and consumer debt is essential for making better financial decisions.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners! We await your feedback....⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Core and The Core Report is ad supported and FREE for all readers and listeners. Write in to shiva@thecore.in for sponsorships and brand studio requirementsFor more of our coverage check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thecore.in⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠

In today's episode of the Indian Business Podcast, we have Rajnish Kumar, the former Chairman of the State Bank of India. With decades of experience in the banking sector, he shares insights on India's economic journey, the challenges MSMEs face in accessing loans, the Banking crisis after the 2008 reforms and the implications of demonetisation on the economy. Kumar's extensive background and leadership have played a crucial role in shaping India's financial landscape.This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in understanding India's financial landscape and the nuances of entrepreneurship.

In this monumental 100K episode of the Indian Silicon Valley podcast, we welcome back Pratham Mittal, Co-founder of Masters' Union and TETR, to explore his vision for the future of education. Pratham shares the incredible journey of launching TETR, a groundbreaking undergraduate program that blends global travel with experiential learning. (Watch here: YouTube Link) We dive into how Pratham is rethinking education with a focus on real-world problem-solving, interdisciplinary, and the transformative power of AI in the classroom. The conversation explores his unique approach to scaling institutions without sacrificing quality, building a global-first mindset from India, and his bold ambition to challenge the world's top universities. Pratham also discusses the practical challenges of education in India, such as the mismatch between job creation and college graduates, and how MSMEs, not startups, hold the key to bridging this gap. From hiring strategies to insights on process-building and work-life balance, Pratham offers candid reflections on what it takes to build world-class institutions in a rapidly evolving landscape. This episode is a must-watch for anyone curious about the intersection of education, entrepreneurship, and technology—and how India is poised to lead the way. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:10 - What is TETR? 6:38 - What did Pratham get right the first time? 16:18 - How is ambition scaling for Pratham? 19:19 - How is Pratham expanding? 22:58 - Pratham's 5-10 year plan 26:18 - What's missing in education? 38:08 - How does Pratham bridge education access? 45:08 - How does Pratham hire? 50:48 - How does Pratham manage his days? 53:19 - How far ahead is India? 59:33 - What is Pratham predicting for the future? 1:01:33 - Outro Follow us for updates: Instagram: www.instagram.com/jivrajsinghsachar #IndianSiliconValley #ISV #PrathamMittal #MastersUnion #TETR #EducationInnovation #EdTech #Entrepreneurship #India

Couchonomics with Arjun is beaming its inaugural episode from its new home in KSA, at Jeel, Riyadh Banks Innovation Center in the heart of Riyadh. Our guest for this week's special episode is Maher Loubieh, Co-Founder & CEO of Hala. During this episode, Maher shares Hala's incredible journey from its beginnings as a peer-to-peer payment platform to then pivoting their business model to focus on the MSME sector in Saudi Arabia. We discuss Hala's strategic pivots, the trials and tribulations of evolving one's business model, the challenges of serving small businesses, and their vision for building a robust financial ecosystem tailored to MSMEs' unique needs.Tune in for insights into Saudi Arabia's evolving fintech landscape and Hala's mission to empower local businesses!Our website

Gita Sjahrir, Head of Investment at BNI Ventures, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. 109 Member 48 Ministry Cabinet Coalition: With the inauguration on October 20, 2024, President Prabowo Subianto expanded the cabinet from 34 to 48 ministries, the largest since 1966. Prabowo's coalition-building strategy is to accommodate political allies and unify the seven-party coalition behind him. They drew comparisons to Germany's coalition politics, emphasizing the importance of coordination between Indonesia's national and regional leaders for effective governance. 2. Temu Ban, TikTok & Bukalapak: In early October 2024, Indonesia banned Chinese social commerce platform Temu, similar to TikTok Shop which then had to acquire Tokopedia. The Indonesian government also requested Apple and Google to block the Temu app to prevent local downloads. Other nations, including the United States and EU, are scrutinizing Chinese exporter practices, with the US tightening tax exemptions on low-cost imports in 2023. Gita explained that while such protectionism shields MSMEs, Indonesia's core issues (e.g., complex bureaucracy, high business costs, lack of raw materials and a multi-year backlog for trademarks) remain unaddressed. She argued that easing these foundational barriers would create a fairer, more sustainable advantage for local businesses, rather than just temporary protection from foreign competition. 3. VC Investments: Indonesia has already attracted interest in green joint ventures (JVs), particularly with China. Jeremy highlighted MAKA Motors, founded by former GoJek CTO Raditya Wibowo, as a local player advancing EV production, while Gita mentioned Toba's push for renewable energy. They underscored the cultural importance of home ownership, noting that many Indonesians aspire to own land despite its often low financial returns, which drives prop-tech startup Rukita. Rekosistem is also a key startup addressing waste management in Indonesia's growing urban areas. They also discussed the pressures faced by Indonesia's “sandwich generation,” who often support both aging parents and their own families, and how these dynamics shape housing affordability and socio-economic mobility. Jeremy and Gita also talked about the film “Home Sweet Loan, which explores Indonesians' struggle with housing affordability, the influx of green investments into EV battery production and the regulatory challenges surrounding the rise of online gambling among youth. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/prabowo-48-ministry-cabinet Nonton, dengar atau baca wawasan lengkapnya di https://www.bravesea.com/blog/prabowo-48-ministry-cabinet-id 观看、收听或阅读全文，请访问 https://www.bravesea.com/blog/prabowo-48-ministry-cabinet-cn Xem, nghe hoặc đọc toàn bộ thông tin chi tiết tại https://www.bravesea.com/blog/prabowo-48-ministry-cabinet-vn Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Vietnamese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Learn more about Nika.eco! Reach out to info@nika.eco if you are a geospatial data scientist or climate researcher who is interested to partner on a pilot or research opportunities