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Is EQ more important than IQ when it comes to hospitality?Today, Manish Puri, General Manager of the Regent Hotels and Resorts Bali, joins Dan to dive into key topics in the industry, such as sustainability, community, and leadership. They discuss the essence of hospitality, differentiating it from mere service, and delve into the concept of regenerative hospitality and sustainability. Manish shares insights from his career at prestigious hotel brands like Oberoi, Burj Al Arab, Six Senses, and Regent Bali. They explore how sustainability initiatives can transform the industry, turning cost centers into investment centers, and the importance of heartfelt service. The conversation also covers the challenges of opening and managing new hotels and the impact of leadership and open-heartedness in inspiring younger generations in the hospitality industry.Takeaways: Embrace regenerative practices by viewing waste as an opportunity to create value, turning sustainability efforts into investments rather than costs.Lead by example and integrity. Your actions are always being observed, so inspire others by consistently doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.Pay attention to the small details in your work. Excellence is built on thousands of thoughtful, consistent actions rather than a single grand gesture.Foster a culture of genuine care and positivity. Small acts of kindness and authentic smiles can create a powerful ripple effect throughout your organization.Design guest programs that encourage visitors to give back to the local community, such as volunteering or sharing their expertise, creating a positive impact beyond their stay.Treat sustainability initiatives as opportunities for investment and growth, not just as expenses. Find ways to turn environmental responsibility into tangible value.Quote of the Show:“ A luxury brand has to have that caring side of it. Caring for the environment, caring for all stakeholders, caring for the community. Without it, you are not a complete hotel.” - Manish PuriLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manish-puri-36241231/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manpuri/ Website: https://www.ihg.com/regent/hotels/us/en/reservation Shout Outs:1:15 - Oberoi Hotels and Resorts https://www.oberoihotels.com/ 1:16 - Burj Al Arab https://www.jumeirah.com/en/Stay/Dubai/Burj-Al-Arab-Jumeirah 1:17 - Potato Head https://seminyak.potatohead.co/ 1:22 - Six Senses https://www.sixsenses.com/en/ 2:28 - IHG https://www.ihg.com/hotels/us/en/reservation 2:30 - Kimpton https://www.ihg.com/kimptonhotels/hotels/us/en/reservation 2:33 - Intercontinental https://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/us/en/reservation 5:10 - Beverly Wilshire https://www.fourseasons.com/beverlywilshire/ 5:12 - Pretty Woman https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pretty_Woman 5:48 - Four Seasons https://www.fourseasons.com/ 5:49 - Jim Brown https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-brown-718240a/ 22:42 - TripAdvisor https://www.tripadvisor.com/ 28:45 - Tom Cruise https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Cruise 28:52 - Grand Hyatt https://www.hyatt.com/grand-hyatt/en-US 28: 53 - Kempinski Palace https://www.kempinski.com/en/palace-portoroz 29:02 - University of Oxford https://www.ox.ac.uk/ 29:02 - Cornell University https://www.cornell.edu/ 

In this episode, Cyrus sits down with actor Akshay Oberoi for an honest, funny, and inspiring conversation. Akshay opens up about growing up in New Jersey, his desi upbringing, and the identity crisis that came with it. He shares how he went from studying Economics & Theatre at Johns Hopkins, landing a job at Goldman Sachs, and then quitting it all to chase his acting dreams. From training at Stella Adler to struggling at Prithvi Theatre, Akshay talks about the challenges of breaking into Bollywood, his first big audition with Rajshri Productions, and the pressures of proving himself in front of his father. Expect laughter, nostalgia, and sharp insights into Bollywood, theatre, family expectations, and the madness of chasing your passion.

Nidhi Oberoi is a dedicated medtech executive with over 17 years of experience and currently serves as Business Leader, Imaging Franchise at Terumo Medical Corporation. She discusses her journey from India to the heart of the medtech industry, her impactful work on innovative heart valve treatments while at Medtronic, and her advocacy for women's health. Nidhi shares her leadership philosophy centered on empowerment, the importance of mindfulness in business, and her vision for a future in cardiology and women's health.   Guest links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nidhi-oberoi-278a111/ Charity supported: Save the Children Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at theleadingdifference@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host: Lindsey Dinneen Editing: Marketing Wise Producer: Velentium   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 060 - Nidhi Oberoi [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference. Hello, and welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and today I'm excited to introduce you to my guest, Nidhi Oberoi. Nidhi is a seasoned MedTech executive dedicated to the mission of serving clinicians and patients. With over 17 years of experience working on commercialization of innovative technologies, She has led various strategic and operational initiatives that have transformed standard of care. Her bold, collaborative, and empathetic leadership style allows her to push boundaries and inspire teams to create durable value. She currently leads business initiatives for the structural heart business in Medtronic, which serves patients with heart valve disease. She's also an advocate for evidence based care for women's health. Nidhi has an undergraduate degree in economics from India and an MBA in marketing and entrepreneurship from Syracuse University. Thank you so much for being here, Nidhi, I'm so excited to speak with you. [00:01:44] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, thanks for having me. [00:01:46] Lindsey Dinneen: Of course. Well, I would love, if you don't mind just starting off by sharing a little bit about yourself and your background and what led you to MedTech. [00:01:56] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, absolutely. I was born and raised in India, and just like any typical Asian Indian household in those days, if you were a bright student, you were generally expected to pursue a track in sciences, medicine or engineering, or maybe a second option in accounting and finance. Predictably, after I completed my high school, I was on my path to pursue a career in sciences. But then I changed courses and ended up pursuing an undergraduate degree in economics, and eventually an MBA in marketing and entrepreneurship from upstate New York. Now, as I reflect back and realize that what attracted me to business eventually, it was this realization that it's both in art and a science. The science aspect helps to ensure that the business can financially run smoothly with a strong P&L, while the art side of the business is the ability to set the vision, the direction, inspiring people, innovating, connecting with people. So what I really was interested was in a career in marketing and general management. You asked me what led me to medtech, I'd say my entry into the healthcare industry was by chance. I got recruited into this industry through a summer internship when I was doing my MBA with a company called Conva Tech, which was part of Bristol Myers Squibb then. And by the time I had completed my internship, I already knew I wanted to be in the healthcare industry given the impact you have on the patient's lives. I did have opportunities to interview with other companies like Philip Morris and others, and I just decided that this is what I wanted to do. And after I graduated, I started working for a company called Covidian, which was then a spinoff from TCO International. And Covidian was eventually acquired by Medtronic. It's been 16, 17 years since I've been working for this company and it has a really strong mission of elevating pain, restoring health, and extending life of patients around the world. So that's that's my story there. [00:04:07] Lindsey Dinneen: Excellent. Thank you so much for sharing that. I'm curious. Of course your career trajectory has been really interesting and you've had a lot of different experiences along the way. So what are some of the key things that say maybe your schooling or your early career really set you up for success for what you're doing now? [00:04:29] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, so there's just so many different experiences that either have shaped my interest, where I wanna go, or has shaped my leadership style. Now, as I mentioned, I decided to move away from sciences to a more kind of social sciences field, economics and then business, and that was due to the fact that I was not the person who could just crunch numbers sitting on the table. I liked connecting with people. So I think some of those personality traits helped me decide what I wanted to do. And I would say one of my core value is impact, purpose. And so healthcare, it was just natural for me to gravitate towards healthcare because you are truly impacting people with different technologies. And I'd also say, as I grew further along in my career, early on when I joined Covidian, I had some great leaders who gave me a lot of ownership, and that shaped my leadership style as well. And that's how I operate. I empower my teams. I coach them along, but give them a lot of accountability. So there's so many different experiences, but these are some of the experiences that come to mind as. As as I reflect back now what that has shaped my career and also my leadership style. [00:05:55] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. And speaking maybe more into your leadership style, I'm really curious if you could tell us a little bit more about that philosophy of yours. I love that ownership mentality. It sounds very counter to what a lot of folks don't appreciate, and that's micromanagement. And so I'm curious, how do you bridge the gap yourself as a leader between making sure that, your team stays on track and the goals and really key, important performance indicators are met, while also giving them that ownership and that empowerment to make decisions and do things in a way that best aligns. [00:06:35] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah. So I think there's so many different facets of leadership, and let me highlight some of the others that feeds into the third aspect, which is the empowering team. So I think as a leader, first thing first, you need to provide clarity, direction, focus. I've been part of so many different teams where if people can relate to what they're doing, why they're doing, they can get lost, right? So I think that's the first thing. You need to have the ability to cut through the noise, provide direction to the team, organization you're leading. And then the second part is inspiring and bringing people together to execute on that vision. So this is the culture piece. You are listening to others, you're hearing others' perspectives and being inclusive. And the last thing, which I mentioned early on, is empowering your teams and making them accountable. So to your question of how you bridge the gap, I think you have to give clear direction. And when you empower teams doesn't mean that you don't coach them, right? You are just telling them that you trust them to do the job and you are here to help them. And one of the technique that I use is I ask questions, so I don't give answers. When you ask someone in your team to lead the project, they come to you. Then you ask questions. And I've seen, based on my experiences, that gives them a sense of ownership that this is something they're thought through. And oftentimes I've heard from people that they feel like they become a better version of themselves because I ask a lot of questions. I make them think. So that's my approach on how I kind of bridge the gap, but also make sure along the way that you're supporting them in the right direction. [00:08:24] Lindsey Dinneen: Absolutely. Yeah, and you mentioned as you were speaking a little bit towards how your past experiences shape who you are and how you kind of relate to the world now, you mentioned core values, and I would love, if you don't mind, if you would share a little bit more about your core values. I noticed that on your LinkedIn profile, that was something that was very highlighted as being extremely important to you, which I love. I'd love if you would share a little bit about maybe how you developed your core values and how those play out for you. [00:08:57] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, absolutely. I think core values is something that you always have, but you just sometimes need a little bit of handholding to unfold those, right? And so in my case, a few years back, I had an opportunity to work with a coach, and she really helped me understanding what I'm good at. These are things that you already have, but you may not realize or you may not know how to articulate. So for me, the number one thing that came out was purpose. And I'm like, "No wonder I'm in the healthcare industry. I'm big on impact. I like building things." And so that's where it's coming from. The other core value of mine is excellence. I like to do things with excellence. I put my heart and soul into things. I'm a very passionate person. But also you gotta have an eye on quality versus decision making, right? Over time, I've learned excellence is my core value, but it's a journey, it's a process. It's not a destination. So you don't have to dwell on things. Sometimes things go wrong and you just have to keep moving on and have a growth mindset. So there's a good aspect of the value, but there could be a blind spot, like in this case for excellence and I've learned to manage that as well. And yeah, so I think these are some of the core values, which is, I think, also part of being a leader. You have to have self-reflection. You need to dig deeper and understand what you stand for. And, this has just guided me along the way. And yeah, so those are some of the things that I'd say has really helped me all along in my career. [00:10:41] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. So, tell me a little bit more about your current position and what are you looking forward to as you move forward in your own career as well? [00:10:53] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, currently I'm in the structural heart space, and these are really old and sick patients. And it's just amazing to see these patients getting impacted by our technology, getting back to their day-to-day life. And as part of structural heart, also, most recently I've been able to work on therapies. I've been focusing on the congenital portfolio, which is, these are devices that are used to treat patients that have congenital disease, and it's very impact driven because you're dealing with children here who tend to get multiple surgeries throughout their lifetime. So my role right now is to focus on business initiatives. Some of it is expansion across geographies. Some of it is increasing supply for these products. I mean, there's not a big business case for these kind of products, but the impact is huge. So that's my current focus. And, moving forward, in my career, I'm looking to grow into a general management track, and that's what attracted me to marketing because I consider marketing as running a business within the organization. So for me, running a business would be something that I would be looking forward to. And that's why I have spent time in so many different kind of roles, whether it's marketing, it's commercial transformation, whether it's global roles. So that's how I've been building my skillset so that I can one day lead a business. [00:12:25] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, that's very exciting. Okay, so you're building all of these skill sets. You're working towards this incredible goal. Do you have an idea of what kind of business you would want to get into? Or is this, " We'll see," and I'll interview you again when that happens? [00:12:38] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, I think cardiology, there's so much opportunity in cardiology. There are so many people getting impacted by cardiovascular disease around the world, and there's so much innovation too happening, not just on the treatment side, but also on the diagnostic side. So I would say either something in the cardiology space would be very attractive because it's innovative. There's such a huge population that gets impacted by it. Or the other area of interest for me is women's health, and I think it just makes me smile how there's progress being made. I know there's so much work that needs to be done. We know there's not enough evidence, it's underfunded, but I think the work is starting there, and better evidence generation will lead to better decision making, which will lead to better outcomes. So I would say either in the cardiology space or the women's health space, these are the two areas of interest to me. [00:13:38] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. And I noticed again, with LinkedIn, you are very passionate about women's health and I love that. And I am wondering if you could speak a little bit towards some of themes that I kind of picked up on, things like stigma with women's health, medical gaslighting and self-diagnosis. And I know there's a lot to that and it's probably too much for one conversation today, but can you highlight a couple of the areas that you particularly find concerning, that are things that we can all do better? [00:14:11] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah. Yeah. I think first of all there's such lack of education and awareness. As women transition through different stages of life, I feel like a lot of it is taken for granted. We don't question it. And as someone who's been following this for a little bit of a time, I almost feel like it's my duty and being in the healthcare industry, to raise awareness about this or encourage them to be more educated patients. When they go to a doctor, if they don't get answers, they should ask more questions. So I think, so that's that lack of education and awareness piece. There's a lot of work happening. There's so many advocacy groups. Women are coming together, supporting each other, so I think that's happening as well. The other thing that really bothers me is on the diagnostic side. I wrote an article around women get mammograms. Just because there's not enough evidence out there, sometimes you just have to go through a number of tests to have a diagnosis, either a positive or a negative. So I also feel like maybe the advent of technologies like AI in the diagnostic field can help improve that, because it starts with the diagnostic side, and we just don't have enough right now. And like I said, it can either be a good thing or bad thing. I've also heard of women going through a number of tests to find out that they don't have anything, which is fine, but it's just a lot of money along the way getting to the diagnosis. And then, the third thing I'd say is as we get more intelligent with evidence, it will lead to better awareness among the physician community too. And that's what gaslighting comes because there's not a lot of evidence, there's not a lot of awareness. Even physicians sometimes can't guide you in the right direction. But if you have more studies coming out, it will make them more aware and guide their patients in the right direction. So there's just so many different things, but I feel like you could start being a self-aware patient and not just assume as you go through different stages of your life that this is what it comes being with a woman. Be more proactive, ask questions, research, talk to other people and get help. [00:16:32] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah, that's really great advice, and I appreciate your perspective in sharing with us a little bit about maybe even some of the things that we all can do as we're trying to hopefully push the quality of women's healthcare forward and make it more widely available and whatnot. So thank you for sharing. As you have been going throughout your career-- and you obviously care so much about purpose and you have a lot of passion for helping people and for the healthcare industry in general-- are there any moments that really stand out to you as affirming, "Hey, I am in the right industry at the right time?" [00:17:11] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, there's been so many moments and I would say most of these moments are when I've interacted with patients. When I started with Covidian, I was leading an initiative which would help a lot of women who were having open hysterectomies-- this is like 10, 15 years back-- to have a minimally invasive hysterectomy through a new procedure technique. So it was called single incision surgery. And I happened to talk to some patients, and it was just amazing to hear those stories where they were telling me how they could get back on their feet, travel, within just a week after the procedure. So that's the defining moment. And then, when I was working on one of the businesses where patients have very varicose veins, I met a patient who was a mom of four. So she had four kids within a span of six, seven years, and she had very visible varicose veins on her legs. And that impacted her quality of life. And when she got the procedure done with our technology, she was just so happy. It was not just cosmetic, but also less painful, and being more present with her kids because of that. And then I'd say most recently in the cardiology space, these are really sick patients, older patients with multiple conditions, and just hearing their stories of getting a new heart valve, it's amazing to see how, again it's getting back to life. So it's always, when you meet these patients, those are the defining moments, and it just reaffirms why you're in healthcare and why you need to continue to work in the healthcare space. [00:18:58] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. I love that so much. Yeah, so pivoting the conversation a little bit just for fun. Imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars to teach a masterclass on anything you want. It can be within your industry. It could be related to anything your background, your experience, but it doesn't have to be. What would you choose to teach? [00:19:19] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, that's a great question. I don't think I have an expertise right now, but maybe something on mindfulness and yoga. One of my goals is to do a yoga teacher training, but the importance of mindfulness in business. There's so many things you can do: power walks, taking a break, journaling. These are so underrated, but I think these things are necessary. It's more important than ever now, given the fast change. There's so much, so many changes happening at such a fast pace. So I would say that would be my topic, but I don't think I'm ready yet to have that masterclass. [00:20:03] Lindsey Dinneen: Fair enough. Fair enough. So I'm curious, how long have you been incorporating these kinds of really important mindfulness practices into your own life and your own routine. Is this something that you've had for years and years or is it a more recent development? [00:20:19] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah, I think it's more recent. I would say three to four years, although I wonder why I did not do that. I think within the organization, as you are managing multiple things, it just forced me at that point of time when I was juggling a lot of things in my life and I wanted some pause and clarity. And I actually, years back, I had take a yoga class and then I started doing core barre yoga as well. So I realized that it really has a big impact on me. And then I just try to be more disciplined and try to take out time, if not every day, maybe every two days, but I would say it's more of a recent phenomena. It does require a lot of discipline. Earlier you start, the better it is because you're not going to get it right away. It takes a lot of discipline and commitment to incorporate these. And you won't be able to do it all the time, but at least starting that and trying to incorporate day to day life is a good start. [00:21:26] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. I found personally that starting my day with a much more intentional routine that includes things like meditation and those kinds of mindfulness practices makes a huge difference in how I feel throughout the whole day and the week in general. So, and that's a more recent development for me too. So it's one of those interesting things about how that evolves over time. So I love that. Thank you for sharing about your own journey. All right, and then how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:21:59] Nidhi Oberoi: As I said purpose is my core value, big on impact. So I just want to leave the world a little bit better and do my bit. And whether it's working on things, like working on technologies and providing access to health care to patients, probably globally. So it's just continuing to make an impact in the healthcare space and leaving the world a little bit better than I inherited it. [00:22:27] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. Excellent. And final question, what is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:22:37] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah. There are so many different things. As you start meditating or focusing on mindfulness, it's the small things in life that you start enjoying. Being in Minnesota, the good weather is difficult to come by. So sunshine really makes me happy. But yeah, I think being present makes you more joyful. You just start enjoying everything in life. The other thing I would say is just simple acts of kindness. People helping other people is also something that just moves me and touches me. [00:23:11] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. I'm really curious. Okay, so I said final question, but then I have a follow up. So when you said being present helps bring you joy, could you share a little bit more about what you mean by that? [00:23:24] Nidhi Oberoi: Yeah. So I think being present means that you are not thinking about your past and you're not thinking about your future. And so what that means is all you're focusing is what's in the now, and I'm going to start speaking the language of someone who teaches yoga or meditation, but being present really is you're not in the past. You're not in the future. You're just enjoying your day, the moment, as it comes by, it's as simple as that. You're centered. You're aligned with yourself and you just focus on what's in your control. You don't dwell on things either of the past or in the future. So I think that's a very, that's a beautiful moment to be in. [00:24:11] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes, I couldn't agree more. Well, thank you for sharing a little bit more about that. I really appreciate it. And thank you so much for your time today. This has been such a great conversation. I've loved learning about you, and I'm so excited about your career future, especially with your goal of starting your own company at some point. So I will be cheering you on for that whole process. I know that's no small undertaking. But in the meantime, I just want to say thanks again for your time, and thank you so much for working hard to change lives for a better world. [00:24:45] Nidhi Oberoi: Well, thank you so much. Thank you for the opportunity. It's been so fun chatting with you. You're joyful. [00:24:52] Lindsey Dinneen: Thank you. Well, excellent. We are so honored to be making a donation on your behalf as a thank you for your time today to Save the Children, which works to end the cycle of poverty by ensuring communities have the resources to provide children with a healthy, educational, and safe environment. So thank you so much for choosing that charity to support. Thank you also so much to our listeners for tuning in. And if you're feeling as inspired as I am right now, I'd love it if you'd share this episode with a colleague or two. And we'll catch you next time. [00:25:30] Ben Trombold: The Leading Difference is brought to you by Velentium. Velentium is a full-service CDMO with 100% in-house capability to design, develop, and manufacture medical devices from class two wearables to class three active implantable medical devices. Velentium specializes in active implantables, leads, programmers, and accessories across a wide range of indications, such as neuromodulation, deep brain stimulation, cardiac management, and diabetes management. Velentium's core competencies include electrical, firmware, and mechanical design, mobile apps, embedded cybersecurity, human factors and usability, automated test systems engineering, and contract manufacturing. 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Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I'm Nelson John and here are today's top stories. 1. IndiGo's Gangwal Plans ₹6,831 Cr Stake Sale In a major move, IndiGo co-founder Rakesh Gangwal and his family trust are set to sell up to ₹6,831 crore worth of shares in the airline through a block deal. The sale, expected to happen Tuesday, involves up to a 3.4% stake at a floor price of ₹5,175 per share. Gangwal and his trust together own nearly 13.5% of the company. With shares up 461% over five years and near 52-week highs, investors are watching closely—this could mark a strategic exit or just profit booking. 2. NSE vs BSE: Expiry Day Showdown Begins Sebi's new circular limiting equity derivative expiries to either Tuesday or Thursday has kicked off a turf war. NSE wants to shift its Nifty expiry to Tuesday—the very day BSE had claimed earlier for its Sensex contracts. If approved, NSE could see a 5% boost in market share, while BSE may have to move to Thursday or risk losing volumes. The final decision is due by June 15, but until then, it's a race to lock in the more lucrative day. 3. Starlink Set to Launch in India at ₹850/month Elon Musk's satellite internet service, Starlink, is close to entering India after securing a Letter of Intent from the DoT. Plans may start at just ₹850 per month with unlimited data—among the cheapest globally. The goal? Ten million subscribers. But urban surcharges, spectrum charges, and licensing levies could raise prices. Even so, Starlink hopes to bridge India's digital divide, particularly in rural areas with poor connectivity. 4. Leela Hotels Launches ₹3,500 Cr IPO Luxury hotel chain Leela is making its market debut with a ₹3,500 crore IPO—the largest ever in India's hospitality sector. Backed by Brookfield, the IPO is priced attractively but comes with baggage: ₹2,567 crore in debt. Most of the proceeds will go toward deleveraging. With new properties planned and EBITDA margins at 50%, Leela hopes to ride the luxury upcycle, though rivals like Taj and Oberoi still lead in occupancy and brand recall. 5. India Pushes US to Ease Fruit Import Rules India is lobbying hard to get better market access for fruits like mangoes, pomegranates, and guavas under a proposed trade deal with the US. After 25 tonnes of mangoes were destroyed at US ports, India wants faster approvals and localized certification. Despite a 28% rise in exports to the US over two years, regulatory bottlenecks remain. Exporters say the deal could be a game-changer—but time, and cold storage, are running short Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spicing up Canada: Karan Suri's Journey through Food, Culture and New Beginnings | Diasporaa Podcast Episode 6 Welcome to Diaspora, the show where we share the remarkable stories of immigrants from the Indian subcontinent. In this episode, host Aditya Mehta interviews Karan Suri, a talented chef with experience across multiple continents. Karan discusses his journey from Delhi to Vancouver, highlighting his global culinary adventures, including significant roles at the Oberoi and Fairmont hotel chains. He delves into the unique challenges and triumphs of adapting to different cultural cuisines, his noteworthy contributions to A&W Restaurants with the Masala Veggie Burger, and his experiences as a new immigrant in Canada. Karan also shares his thoughts on the evolving landscape of Indian food in Vancouver and his passion for authentic flavors. Don't miss his insightful story and culinary wisdom. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that explores heritage, innovation, and community. Remember to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories from the South Asian Diaspora! 00:00 Introduction to Diaspora the Show 00:36 Meet Karan Suri: A Culinary Journey Begins 01:59 Growing Up in India: From Delhi to Assam 07:26 Pursuing Culinary Dreams: Education and Early Career 12:44 Exploring the World: From Dubai to Kenya 17:13 Settling in Canada: First Impressions and Challenges 25:17 Navigating the Rental Market as a New Immigrant 26:05 Building Credit and Financial Challenges 27:15 Media Appearances and Culinary Adventures 28:49 Spot Prawns and Pollinator Series Dinners 31:44 Transitioning from Hotels to A&W 34:14 Innovating the A&W Menu 36:24 The Success of the Masala Veggie Burger 45:09 Vegetarianism and Indian Cuisine in Canada 48:45 Future Plans and Comfort Food 51:48 Conclusion and Farewell List of Resources: A&W Canada's Masala Veggie Burger: https://web.aw.ca/en/our-menu/burgers/masala-veggie-burger A&W Canada's New Menu Development Process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJ4TlPO3Jmw Baingan Bharta Recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZgWjsuO384 Dal Chawal recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQtZXZvS-lc Fairmont Hotel Bee Garden: https://www.fairmont-waterfront.com/sustainability/bees-gardens/ Northeast India: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northeast_India Rajma Chawal Recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXq9IAM-ad0 The Oberoi Delhi: https://www.cntraveler.com/hotels/new-delhi/the-oberoi-new-delhi About the Podcast: Diasporaa was the name of Aditya's startup based in Vancouver, BC. It focused on helping new immigrants in Canada find their feet, get off to a running start and ease their assimilation into Canadian life. A big part of the platform were conversations, community and support. Though the startup stopped growing once Aditya moved to Seattle, WA - it remained alive in the form of several discussion groups and online communities. About Aditya Mehta: Aditya is a Bombay boy who has lived in Austin, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and Vancouver before making it to his current home in Seattle. He has degrees in marketing, urban planning, real estate and strategy but has spent his career in financial services, social media and now real estate - mostly as an entrepreneur and partly as an employee at Amazon. He balances Indian, Canadian and American culture, loves helping those who are new to North America and looks forward to the interesting stories that his interview guests bring each week. When not podcasting, he is helping his wife Prachi build her pharmaceutical business or hanging out with his son Arjun. Connect with Diasporaa: -Instagram: @diasporaapodcast -YouTube: https://linke.to/dspyoutube -Bio Link: linke.to/diasporaa -Listen on Spotify: https://linke.to/dspspotify -Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://linke.to/dspapple -Diasporaa Podcast on KKNW Alternative Talk Radio: https://linke.to/kknw1150

The podcast features Saradha Sriram, host of 10X Growth Strategies, interviewing Paul Singh, who is one of the researchers for the book Billions Dollar Lessons, and is the CEO of 1Gen, a social innovation organization with a diverse portfolio. Paul shares his journey into studying business failures and the valuable insights gained from researching colossal business mishaps. Paul emphasizes the relevance of learning from failures and how modern businesses can avoid similar pitfalls. Tune in to discover how the Devil's Advocate approach can stress-test strategies and ensure sustainable business success. Topics: 00:00 Introduction  00:28 Discussing 'Billion Dollar Lessons' 03:22 The Synergy Myth 04:23 Importance of People and Culture in Mergers 06:03 Learning from Market Disruptions 09:24 The Devil's Advocate Approach 14:02 Practical Applications and Modern Context 20:02 Final Thoughts and Future Implications 25:34 Conclusion and Gratitude

Chad talks with NYC local Vikram Oberoi about how he used AI to breakdown local city meetings into accessible bitesize chunks. Learn how Vikram tamed New York's public records with AI, the lengthy review process involved to make it all and why his model is so well suited to NYC council proceedings in particular. Vikram also discusses the project's path to sustainability and the difficulties of expanding his passion project further afield. — If you're a NY resident wanting to learn more about your local community, or just curious about the inner workings of one the largest cities in the US, you can find Vikram's work on citymeetings.nyc here (https://citymeetings.nyc/)! To learn more about Vikram and his work, check out his website! (https://vikramoberoi.com/) Or, if you're interested in helping expand citymeetings.nyc and support this project well into the future you can get in touch with Vikram via LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/voberoi/), or email him directly: vikram@citymeetings.nyc Your host for this episode has been Chad Pytel. You can find Chad all over social media as @cpytel, or over on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpytel/). If you would like to support the show, head over to our GitHub page (https://github.com/sponsors/thoughtbot), or check out our website (https://podcast.thoughtbot.com). Got a question or comment about the show? Why not write to our hosts: hosts@giantrobots.fm This has been a thoughtbot (https://thoughtbot.com/) podcast. Stay up to date by following us on social media - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/150727/) - Mastodon (https://thoughtbot.social/@thoughtbot) - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbot/) © 2025 thoughtbot, inc.

Mehak Oberoi, Legal Head/General Counsel for GE Vernova, Hydro Power, joins Niyati Ahuja to discuss the importance of lawyers understanding business needs and the intricacies of construction disputes, emphasizing the importance of claim avoidance and the challenge of finding the right arbitrators for a case. The conversation covers top tips for minimizing risks during the construction phase, including detailed briefings and early involvement of project managers, before discussing the impact of technology on dispute resolution.

Headline:- Saudi Arabia's PIF Eyes Bigger Stake in Nintendo: Strategic Move or Gaming Power Play?- ADQ Taps Modon for $110 Billion Ras El Hekma Megaproject in Egypt- Anisha Oberoi, CEO of Secret Skin, talks recovery from breast cancer to build a clean beauty brand in Dubai 

The Literature Lounge stands out as a unique podcast series devoted to authors whose books captivate readers and serve as catalysts for stimulating conversations. So, let's dive into the world of books.Episode SummaryIn this episode, we sit down with Radhika Oberoi, a talented author known for her compelling storytelling. Radhika shares insights into her personal background, detailing the journey that shaped her as a writer. She delves into the inspiration behind her poignant novel, Of Mothers and Other Perishables, a deeply emotional exploration of loss and memory.Radhika discusses her unique choice to narrate the story from the perspective of a deceased character, and how this decision allowed her to explore themes of life, death, and the lasting bond between a mother and daughter. She reflects on the vivid imagery used throughout the book to bring memories and personal items to life, creating a tactile connection between past and present. Lastly, she touches upon how her academic background has influenced her writing style, shaping the way she weaves complex emotions and relationships into her stories.Tune in for an intimate conversation with Radhika Oberoi about writing, memory, and the enduring power of familial bonds.Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:43 - Inspiration Behind ‘Of Mothers and Other Perishables'03:00 - Overcoming Challenges04:16 - Writing from the Perspective of the Dead06:04 - Significance of the ‘Storeroom'07:48 - Using Vivid Imagery 09:21 - Detachment & Intimacy10:47 - Mother & Daughter Dynamic12:32 - Objects Holding Memories13:20 - Nostalgia in Storytelling14:11 - Studying Creative Writing 16:01 - Memory's Stepchild17:16 - Childhood Memories19:25 - Concluding RemarksConnect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestRadhika Oberoi: https://www.instagram.com/radhika_oberoi_/ Follow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashow/For any other queries EMAILhello@themohuashow.comBook Link Of Mothers and Other Perishables: https://amzn.in/d/elKUsT7 DisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms. #TheMohuaShow #TheLiteratureLounge #Podcast #PodcastEpisode #Literature #Storytelling #PodcastInterview #Writers #WritersOfIndia #Authors Thanks for Listening!

532 - Silver-lined Bubbles - Samuel Mann and Mawera Karetai are joined by Jay Oberoi who brings us her episode of Coming Up For Air. With a contribution from Tahu Mackenzie. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

Eddie Oberoi was born in New Delhi, India and came to the US and settled with his parents in Utah when he was 16. He graduated from Utah State University and came to the Bay Area in 1997 with only one goal in mind; become successful in real estate business. Eddie never stops learning; he feels that he needs to stay ahead of the curve by gaining maximum amount of knowledge. He is still taking various real estate related classes and got a certification in “Negotiation Mastery” from Stanford University. He is passionate about his career, and it shows in his work. Having gone to good schools and lived in drastically different neighborhoods, Eddie Oberoi has that unique competitive advantage and ability to work with people from all walks of life.

In this episode of YourTechReport, Marc Aflalo is joined by Sidharth Oberoi, VP of International Strategy at Instructure, to explore the evolving role of AI in education. With the new school year underway, they discuss the rapid development of AI tools in classrooms and how Instructure's flagship product, Canvas, is helping educators and learners navigate this new landscape. Oberoi shares his insights on the importance of intentional AI integration, the challenges of balancing technology with traditional teaching methods, and how AI-powered tools like translation and discussion summaries are shaping the future of learning. Tune in for an in-depth look at the future of AI in education and its impact on students and teachers worldwide. Chapters 00:00 Integrating AI in Education: The Need for Intentional Deployment 01:19 Canvas: Facilitating Teaching and Learning in the Digital World 03:07 Safety and Equity in AI Integration in Education 05:20 Providing Nutrition Facts for AI Tools in Education 08:33 Enhancing the Learning Experience with Translation and Discussion Summaries 09:59 Analyzing Student Performance and Trends with AI 17:02 Engaging the Community: Gathering Feedback for Improvement Takeaways AI in education requires intentional deployment and consideration of use cases. Instructure's Canvas is a learning management system that facilitates teaching and learning in the digital world. Safety and equity are important considerations when integrating AI into education. Instructure provides nutrition facts for AI tools and educates institutions on the implications of deploying different technologies. Features like translation and discussion summaries enhance the learning experience. Educators can use AI-powered tools to analyze student performance and trends. Instructure actively engages with their community to gather feedback and improve their products. Follow Marc Aflalo on social media @marcaflalo Learn more about Canvas at Instructure Visit YourTechReport at www.yourtechreport.com Listen to YourTechReport every week on @SiriusXM channel 167, for a free trial visit http://www.siriusxm.ca/ytr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In samenwerking met Rotterdam Topsport presenteert Rijnmond de podcast 010 op weg naar Parijs, waarin we met topsporters uit Rotterdam praten over hun weg naar de Olympische Spelen. In deze derde aflevering: zwemmer Sean Niewold en verspringer Ranki Oberoi.

Join me as I recount my journey through India, a land of vibrant cultures, ancient history, and unparalleled beauty. This episode of 'The Intrepid Traveler' delves into the mesmerizing sights and unforgettable experiences across different regions of the country.Navigating Old Delhi on a bicycle tuk-tuk was a feast for the senses. From bustling markets to aromatic spices, the rich tapestry of life here is unmatched. The streets brimming with wedding goods showcased India's deep-rooted traditions.New Delhi contrasted sharply with its historic counterpart. While the traffic can be daunting, the city's modern infrastructure stood out. My stay at the Oberoi hotel offered a serene escape, blending luxury with the vibrancy of urban life.Seeing the Taj Mahal in person was awe-inspiring. Its grandeur and intricate details are beyond words. Visiting in the evening provided a more intimate experience, away from the usual crowds. The Oberoi hotel's views of the monument added to the magic.Jaipur's red sandstone structures, including the Palace of the Winds and Amber Fort, are architectural gems. The Oberoi Raj Vilas provided a luxurious base for exploring this enchanting city. Despite the heat, Jaipur's cultural richness made every moment worthwhile.Udaipur's serene water bodies offered a peaceful retreat. The City Palace and the floating Taj hotel, famous from the movie 'Octopussy,' were highlights. Dining on the rooftop amid the water's stillness was unforgettable.Ranthambore National Park, renowned for its tigers, was a significant highlight. Staying in luxurious tented safari tents and witnessing a tiger in the wild was thrilling. The experience, although more chaotic than an African safari, was equally enriching.India's blend of ancient traditions and modern advancements exceeded my expectations. I felt entirely safe, and transportation between regions was seamless. If India intrigues you, don't let stereotypes hold you back - the country's magic is worth experiencing firsthand. Stay tuned for my next solo episode where I explore the unique charm of Sri Lanka!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of The Intrepid Traveler podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please rate and review our show to help us reach even more aspiring travelers. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, Instagram or follow us on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date on our latest epic travel adventures! Use the following links when planning your own travel!TRAVEL INSURED INTERNATIONALMEDJETVIRTUOSOPROJECT EXPEDITION

In this episode of The Barbershop, Shantanu sits down with the legendary hotelier and entrepreneur Kapil Chopra. Kapil was Former President of The Oberoi Hotels and founder of EazyDiner and The Postcard Hotels, and in this episode, he breaks down the intricacies of the hospitality industry in India, offering deep insights into running a successful service business. Tune in to learn about the challenges, opportunities, and key strategies in hospitality from one of the industry's leading experts.

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If this week's pick seems unusual for the time of year, blame Shawn's birthday! We watched the 1982 John Carpenter classic The Thing, and got some help from returning guest Rohun Oberoi! We discussed the practical effects, ambiguity in the story, Skinwalker comps, and some very manly men that may or may not have explored each other's bodies. Check out our Patreon for exclusive episodes every week that you won't find over here at patreon.com/triplemmmpod Follow the pod on the socials @triplemmmpod Follow Clayton @justhappy2cu Follow Shawn @murphthesmurph Follow Rohun @StameringGadfly on Twitter / TsarPeter727 on Letterboxd Email: menwholikemenwholikemoviespod@gmail.com If you're enjoying the pod, give us a rate/review - it helps SO much! Don't forget to be kind out there! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/triplemmmpod/support

 Today, you will learn the fantastic story of Ashish Verma's career in hospitality. Ashish is the Senior Vice President of the Luxury Division for the Unbound Collection at Hyatt Hotels. He shares his inspiring journey in the hospitality industry, starting as a management trainee for Oberoi Hotels in India after a back injury altered his initial dreams of becoming a professional tennis player. Ashish's path in hospitality took him from India to various global destinations, including Paris and New York, working with renowned hotel brands such as Oberoi, Hyatt, and Dream Hotel Group. Throughout his career, Ashish has learned the importance of passion, commitment, and continuous improvement in achieving excellence. His story highlights significant moments, such as being promoted to general manager during Hurricane Katrina at the Windsor Court Hotel and spearheading the successful rebranding and positioning of the Chatwal New York. Connect with Ashish on LinkedIn Don't forget to check out Good Morning Hospitality - Steve and Sarah's live show every Wednesday morning! Connect with Steve on LinkedIn RealTime Reservation Offer This episode is brought to you by our podcast partners at RealTime Reservation. Their inventory management system is best in class for hotels and resorts to manage their non-room inventory. The web-based application allows for creative upselling of overnight and daytime visitors with add-ons and pre-planned packages. Hotel guests and non-guests can reserve cabanas, pool chairs, activities, amenities, excursions, events, day passes, and much more. To learn more check them out here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vikram Oberoi, The Oberoi Group CEO and Managing Director, speaks with Skift Senior Hospitality Editor Sean O'Neill. This discussion took place on stage at the inaugural Skift India Summit this month in New Delhi, India. on stage at Skift India Summit in New Delhi, India on March 20, 2024. To join the travel industry's best events in person, visit https://live.skift.com

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Air India has major goals. CEO Campbell Wilson is looking to turn the company into a “top-tier and world-class airline” after decades of underinvestment by Indian officials, writes Airlines Reporter Meghna Maharishi.   Wilson discussed Air India's strategy during a discussion with Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia at the Skift India Summit today. The company has undergone a major overhaul in recent months that includes new business class cabins and a new logo. In addition to going on a major hiring spree, Air India has also recently placed an order for 470 aircraft — one of the largest orders in commercial aviation.  Next, the CEOs of India's two largest online travel agencies said they're not at war with each other. But they acknowledged they're in a race to take advantage of India's huge potential for growth, writes Middle East Reporter Josh Corder.  MakeMyTrip CEO Rajesh Magow said at the Skift India Summit that there's room for multiple competitors in the sector considering the huge size and potential of India's travel industry. While Magow added competition is healthy, Yatra Online CEO Dhruv Shringi said during the discussion with Executive Editor Dennis Schaal he doesn't worry about what Yatra's rivals are doing.  Both executives also said that companies operating in India need to focus on promoting domestic travel and finding ways to reach the country's growing middle class.    Finally, Oberoi Group has unveiled plans to develop an ultra-luxury hotel brand, writes Middle East Reporter Corder.  Oberoi Group CEO and Managing Director Vikram Oberoi told Senior Hospitality Editor Sean O'Neill that the new brand is part of the company's push to double its overall room count by 2030. Oberoi also discussed the company's “Oberoi Nature” project, which is its plan to develop hotels close to nature. He said Oberoi Group wants to add 50 new hotels to its portfolio by 2030. 

Join Jas Takhar and Jas Oberoi, Real Estate Advisor, in an enlightening episode of the Jazz Stack podcast, where they delve into the world of real estate investing, sharing invaluable insights from their rich experiences. Discover the nuances of investing in different markets, the significance of long-term planning in real estate, and strategies that have propelled their success. Whether you're a seasoned investor or new to the field, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspirational stories that will guide you on your real estate journey.   Key Moments: 00:00:00 - Podcast Introduction 00:00:37 - Guest Jas Oberoi's Arrival 00:08:55 - Discussing Flipping Tax 00:16:58 - Analyzing Housing Policies 00:24:01 - Investment Opportunities 00:30:01 - Surrey's Growing Market 00:37:01 - Jas Oberoi's Background 00:48:43 - Importance of Educational Events 00:52:01 - Success in Real Estate 01:09:30 - Closing Thoughts   Important Keywords and Explanations: Real Estate Investors: Individuals who purchase properties with the aim of generating rental income or profiting from their resale. Flipping Tax: A tax imposed on the profit earned from selling a property quickly after purchasing it, aimed at discouraging speculative real estate transactions. Housing Policies: Government regulations and initiatives designed to influence the housing market, such as taxes, subsidies, and zoning laws. Pre-construction: The phase of property development before construction begins, often involving the sale of properties based on architectural plans. Land Assembly: The process of consolidating adjacent parcels of land for future development or sale.   ----------------------------------------- Don't forget to subscribe, like, share, and comment. I'd love to read your comments! Listen to the Jas Takhar Podcast (JTP): iTunes – https://www.JTPitunes.com Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4G8zDAoCNX9BP35tbt4N6V   Have a personal question? Join my TEXT Community today!    For Real Estate Tips:  Make Sure to Visit the Real Estate Segments Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcv6qR1Ts7te-Ki6vTT9ODHcp2AOt7ivP For Sales Tips; Make Sure to Visit the Ask Jas Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcv6qR1Ts7tehV7A65l-T-PpvW7ohZOZp For more tips and tactics:  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to my newsletter https://www.jastakhar.ca/newsletter Follow me on Social: IG – https://www.instagram.com/jastakhar13/ Facebook– https://www.facebook.com/jastakhar13 Website - https://meetjastakhar.ca/

"Peace is more than the absence of war." - Kia Scherr Kia Scherr, a seasoned meditation retreat leader with 20 years of experience at the Sanctuary Retreat Center in Faber, Virginia, shares profound insights. Author of "A Pocketbook of Peace" and "Forgiveness is a Choice" (recently released by Penguin Random House), Kia's transformative journey extends to Mumbai, India, where she collaborated with business, education, and police. A contributor to the Amazon bestseller "Second Chances, From Surviving to Thriving,” In this podcast, Kia and Ivonne discuss: Encounter with Divinity: Exploring spiritual experiences and the refuge found in the Catholic Church.Siddharta - The Buddha: Insights from the Buddha's teachings providing guidance for all human beings.Meditation as a Path of Peace: Kia's expertise in leading Synchronicity Meditation retreats and the impact on transforming lives.Transcendental Meditation, a Tool for Conscious Expansion: Delving into the role of transcendental meditation in achieving conscious expansion.Master-Disciple Relationship Misunderstandings: Addressing common misunderstandings between a master and disciple.Face-to-face Experience of Terrorism: Kia's personal account of losing her family in the 2008 Mumbai attack at the Oberoi.Forgiving as Jesus Did?: Examining the concept of forgiveness in the face of personal tragedy.Imagining a World Without Terrorism: Posing the question and exploring pathways to a world free from terrorism.Your Way Back to Peace: Guidance on finding personal peace after tragedy.Loving Like an Extremist: Discussing the concept of love and its role in fostering peace.And so much more...Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sd0h_hpbBtwKia now offers Personal Resilience programs for personal and corporate mentoring. You can find more about it here:FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/OneLifeAllianceBook: https://www.amazon.in/Forgiveness-Choice-Teachings-about-Peace/dp/0143450573Listen to the full episode now on Spotify or watch it on YouTube by searching "Spirituality Now Podcast” with Ivonne Delaflor for an insightful exploration of these topics and the journey towards a more peaceful world where terrorism is not even a word we use anymore.Podcast produced by Brilliant Futures Productions.Sponsored by Delaflor Teachings Int. & Network for Human Empowerment TV.

Financial freedom is a goal that many people aspire to achieve. It means having enough money to support your lifestyle without relying on a paycheck or anyone else for financial support. Achieving financial freedom is a challenging feat. It may lead us to step outside the comfort of our profession and allow ourselves to enter into a different realm of learning. For instance, in Medicine, gaining knowledge and understanding about real estate investments could bring professional growth for them and a sense of security for their families. Moreover, achieving financial freedom through real estate investment requires a long-term, strategic approach. Building our knowledge, starting small, and focusing on cash flow can all contribute to our success. Remember that we must stay committed to our goals and remain adaptable to changing market conditions. We can achieve financial freedom through real estate investment with diligence and patience. Thus, financial freedom is not a one-time achievement but a lifelong journey requiring continuous effort and commitment. Dr. Gulshan Oberoi is the Founder and Managing Partner at Vertical Mind Ventures. His primary focus includes capital market analysis, investment strategy, and investor relations. Gulshan has more than six years of commercial real estate experience and has personally invested both actively as well as a limited partner in over 20,000 residential units and 3 million square feet of self-storage, industrial and office space. Gulshan was born and raised in India. Today he is a successful practicing Neurologist in the USA specializing in Seizure disorders/ Epilepsy. He has been very active in the field of Medicine for over 20 years. In his spare time, he loves to travel, play basketball, try various cuisines, and spend time with his wife, Jaspreet, and two daughters. He likes to talk about and create awareness about the importance of financial independence through real estate for busy professionals. In this special episode with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi, we will learn about the journey of an empowered man passionate about sports, Medicine, and business. He will be sharing with us how he built a company outside of being a neurologist and how the idea of financial freedom developed his courage to get into the real estate game. Be inspired by the life of Dr. Oberoi, who was always passionate about assisting people in achieving independence in both their business and personal lives. "Success is on the other side of fear and comfort, and the other way to put it is comfort kills. You have to gain knowledge about it, and what leads to it is progress." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction + Episode Snippet (00:01:36) Introducing our special guest, Dr. Gulshan Oberoi. (00:02:31) Basketball: Dr. Gulshan's Sports Journey (00:04:32) Neurology: A passion for seizures and epilepsy (00:05:39) How long will it take to become a neurologist? (00:06:51) Decide what you want and get on the path. (00:07:40) Financial Freedom: Why do we need an extra source of income? (00:09:53) The Uncertainty in Medicine: A waking call for Physicians (00:10:48) Freedom: Dr. Oberoi's Philosophy in Real Estate (00:12:43) Investing in Cashflow Real Estate (00:14:42) The Birth of Vertical Mind Ventures (00:15:00) Quick Reminder: Are you enjoying this episode? Please share it, leave a five-star review, and give feedback. Go to TimeOut with the SportsDr website. (00:16:58) Developing knowledge about Real Estate (00:17:18) Success is on the other side of comfort. (00:17:51) Working with friends and family. (00:18:38) Earth is the best investment in the earth. (00:18:55) What is cash flow? (00:20:03) Everything starts with simple steps. (00:21:20) Where to connect with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi. (00:22:02) Final TimeOut with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi: How does seeing a different way of living creates a hunger in his heart to become financially free? (00:23:00) Abundance Mindset: Have a place to serve others. Key Takeaways: "If you love what you do, then the sacrifices don't come." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi "Decide what you want to do and get on the path. You can't listen to what all the naysayers have to say because many people that tell you such things haven't been down that road anyway." – Dr. Derrick Burgess "The idea of financial freedom took place not out of necessity but out of circumstances." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi "I started thinking, how can I be financially free so that even if I lose my job, my kids are fed and, I still have a good source of income to fall back on if the time comes to that." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi "There was a lot of uncertainty, and it was a waking call for many physicians and health care workers to say this profession that we've held so tightly to has changed already.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess "Real Estate gives geographical freedom, financial freedom, and time freedom. To put it in perspective, I considered a person financially free when their passive income from their investment exceeds their monthly expenses." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi "Don't wait to buy real estate. Buy real estate and wait." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi "The mission of our company is basically to help physicians, and other busy professionals generate tax efficient passive income and build generational wealth, not only for themselves but also for their family." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi "Once you gain knowledge, that's when you become more confident in investing because the more you learn, the less risk it is involved." – Dr. Derrick Burgess "I don't buy an asset just so that it will appreciate later on. As long as its cash flows, appreciation will take care of itself. And as I say, the best investment on earth is earth." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi "Neurology has its language. Orthopedics has its language. Real estate has its language. To study it was like taking a vocabulary test, the more you see it, the more you read about it, the more you understand." – Dr. Derrick Burgess "When you set your heart and mind to something, you can do whatever you want. It's a mindset, and I want to keep that mindset." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi "But always keep in mind that you should always have a place to serve others." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi Connect with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi: Website: https://verticalmindventures.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gulshan-oberoi-5b149411a/ Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. 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In this episode, the General Manager of Veranda Grand Bay in Mauritius Giany Bundhooa discusses the return of business to pre-pandemic levels. He singles out training and capacity building as essential to building a robust hotel sub-sector in Mauritius. Giany, a Mauritian with a Diploma in Hotel & Business Management from the Durban International Hotel School, boasts over 20 years of experience in Food & Beverage and Hotel Operations Management. Starting as a 'Sommelier' on prestigious 5* cruise ships like Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth 2, and Caronia from 2003 to 2006, he returned to Mauritius in September 2006 to serve as the 'Assistant Restaurant Manager' at Hilton Mauritius. His journey continued with roles such as 'Restaurant & Bar Manager' at The Oberoi in May 2007 and 'Restaurant Manager' at Le Paradis Beachcomber in July 2009. In April 2010, Giany ventured to the Seychelles for the opening of Constance Ephelia Resort as the 'Assistant F&B Manager.' He then joined Amanyara, Aman Resort in Turks & Caicos in February 2012 in the capacity of 'Assistant F&B Manager.' Returning to The Seychelles in April 2013, he took on the role of 'Assistant F&B Director at Constance Ephelia Resorts before being transferred to Constance Lemuria in Praslin in August 2015 as the 'F&B Director' until June 2019. Since July 2019, Giany has been back in Mauritius, serving as the 'Resident Manager' at Le Tamassa in Bel Ombre. In this position, he assists the General Manager in daily operations and spearheads innovative projects. As of May 2023, Giany has taken on a new challenge, joining Rogers Hospitality as the Hotel Manager for the opening of Veranda Grand Baie.

On 26 November 2008, 10 gunmen from the Pakistan-based militant group Lashkar-e-Tayyiba carried out coordinated attacks on Mumbai's busiest hotspots including the Taj and Oberoi hotels, a train station, hospital, and Jewish community centre. One hundred and sixty-six people were murdered in the attacks, which lasted for three days. The city was locked down as police searched for the gunmen. Only one, Mohammed Ajmal Kasab, was captured alive by police. He was sentenced to death and executed in 2012. Dan Hardoon speaks to Devika Rotawan and Arun Jadhav, who came face to face with the militants. (Photo: Buildings under attack. Credit:Getty Images)

Global slowdown and an increased scrutiny has put an end to India's roaring startup party. From minting new unicorns almost every week, we have just one this year so far. But there are signs of thaw in this funding winter. And this time, desi businessmen are leading the charge. But who are these new saviours of Indian startups?  Startup founders can also learn a lot from traditional businesses. There is no end to the success stories of Indian entrepreneurs. One such leading figure passed away last week. Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, who was famous as Biki Oberoi, has left behind a legacy that will inspire people for years to come. But what after him? What next for Oberoi Group?  Meanwhile, Oberoi Reality's recent move to enter Delhi-NCR market pushed its share by over 4% this week. Moving on, shares of Manappuram Finance and Muthoot Finance have been in demand on the bourses, ever since the duo announced their September quarter results. The shares have jumped up to 13 per cent as against 1 per cent rise in the benchmark Sensex index. As gold prices continue to rise, will the rally in gold financiers continue? Or will it lose its steam amid the RBI's recent directive on unsecured loans? Interestingly, part-time member of the Economic Advisory Council to the PM, Nilesh Shah, isn't impressed by Indian's love for the yellow metal. Shah claimed this week that India's dream of becoming a 5 trillion-dollar economy could have been achieved “long before” if not for the habit of importing gold. Well, many would disagree, as it's an age-old debate. Moving on, another age-old debate is echoing in the Supreme Court chamber. Four opposition-ruled states have approached the top court, alleging governor's overreach. In this episode of the podcast today, we tell more about the recent controversy and also decode the governor's power. 

Gaurav Oberoi is the CEO and co-founder of Lexion. He started his career as an engineer at Amazon, before moving on to found and sell two startups (BillMonk, and Precision Polling), and build a $20M+ ARR business from $0 as a VP of Product at SurveyMonkey. Gaurav co-founded Lexion as the first EIR at the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence. He thrives on building products that customers love, with diverse teams that enjoy working together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Old timers might recognize but as part of the birthday of the Mahamanav Modi Ji we propose our version of the Modi Ji film and it is better than what the Vivek's Oberoi and Agnihotri can. It is the story of an Avatar. PS- The story, all names, characters, and incidents portrayed in this production are fictitious. No identification with actual persons (living or deceased), places, buildings, and products is intended or should be inferred. No Animals, Mothers or Cows were harmed during the re-imagining of this tale.

The construction industry isn't going to die anytime soon, but there is a significant risk that if we don't transform we won't thrive.  In this episode of Built Different, Grant Hagen flew down to Sydney, Australia to sit down with CEO of the Australian Constructors Association (ACA) Jon Davies and Autodesk's industry strategy manager, Sumit Oberoi. During the episode, we turned our attention ahead to the future of construction, and why the industry as a whole must improve builders' day-to-day if it wants to thrive and how tech plays a role in helping attract the next generation of builders. The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) represents industry leaders across Australia, ensuring builders are supported in delivering infrastructure to communities across the country. The ACA's mission is to build a more sustainable and collaborative construction industry in Australia.  Autodesk is a construction software company specializing in helping the industry amplify the way that they build. From AutoCAD to Revit, Autodesk provides construction teams with a full suite of tools to help them create more awareness on their project allowing for broad collaboration across teams. 

Gaurav Oberoi is the CEO and co-founder of Lexion.ai, a generative AI in the legal space. He is a 4x founder and was also a former VP of Product and survey monkey. Gaurav joins Ryan to talk about how to tactically create a mode with AI, how to get the best product market fit and the importance of time to value and demonstrating high-value ROI early on. Join 2,500+ readers getting weekly practical guidance to scale themselves and their companies using Artificial Intelligence and Revenue Cheat Codes.   Explore becoming Superhuman here: https://superhumanrevenue.beehiiv.com/ KEY TAKEAWAYS Lexion.ai makes software that helps companies accelerate the entire contracting process. They bring AI and acceleration to every part of the process. Linkedin is a great social platform to leverage, you can put content out there that provides value and also notifies people of your business at the same time It's essential to focus on delivering a very high-quality product with high ROI otherwise having a good referral engine is useless. Positive feedback isn't all you need to build a product, you need commitment from your early interest clients as well as the ability to read between the lines and push for the harder feedback that isn't always immediately obvious. AI is quickly becoming more sophisticated but it still has a lot of limitations such as when something has been done incorrectly or where more context is needed. When using AI you need to teach it your personal rules, all the context it may need, generate guard rails and remember that it will constantly be evolving and you are driving that evolution. If you want to grow a start-up then you need to show high value quickly, the faster and more clearly you can show the ROI the better. BEST MOMENTS “Our software is all about any kind of document process that needs accelerating” “Nowadays the most powerful social network for b2b companies is LinkedIn” “It's not really when people have paid that you've got success, it's really when you see repeat usage that you know it's working” “Having significant data about users and their activity is a significant mode” Ryan Staley Founder and CEO Whale Boss ryan@whalesellingsystem.com www.ryanstaley.io Saas, Saas growth, Scale, Business Growth, B2b Saas, Saas Sales, Enterprise Saas, Business growth strategy, founder, ceo: https://www.whalesellingsystem.com/closingsecretsThis show was brought to you by Progressive Media

In today's episode of Category Visionaries, we speak with Gaurav Oberoi, CEO and Co-Founder of Lexion, a company that has raised $35 Million in funding. Topics Discussed: Gaurav's background in computer sciences and engineering Why contract management is usually a chaotic area The main tools Lexion provides to simplify contract management How Gaurav first had the idea of helping people who are bogged-down with contracts The reasons behind Lexion's success, and Gaurav's vision for the near future Favorite book: Don't Make Me Think, Revisited: A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability (3rd Edition) (Voices That Matter)

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Today we'll be floating down the Nile River in Egypt. Close your eyes for a second and just think about the power of this ancient river. Its physical power has shaped the landscape of the African continent, but its energy has shaped the entire course of human history.  One of the best ways to soak up the magnitude and importance of the Nile River Valley is to float down the river on a luxury cruiser.  My guest today is Shamden Tamang, the head of operations for Oberoi's new ship on the Nile, the Oberoi Zahra. And if I may say so myself, one of the best options on the river. Shamden and I discuss everything from ancient history, to the world class food aboard the Zahra, to how the small details can make a big impact on your trip.  Learn more at www.luxtravelinsider.com   Connect with me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn  

In this 51st podcast episode, your podcast host Charlie Uniman interviews Gaurav Oberoi, CEO and co-founder of Lexion (www.lexion.ai). Gaurav talks about how, as a software developer and not a lawyer but who recognized the potential of natural language processing AI, he ventured into the legal tech industry. He co-founded Lexion to focus on making sense of contracts for corporate enterprises. During its history, Lexion transformed from being a simple repository for contracts to a CLM for an entire organization that serves as an operational workflow platform to speed up deals.  Gaurav also describes how Lexion harnesses AI to, among other things, enhance contract visibility, manage renewals and reminders, and provide powerful search and reporting features. According to Gaurav: Some of Lexion's chief areas of focus include customer requirements and rapid implementation, and learning from competitors' shortcomings (notably, the high failure rates of CLMs generally). Lexion found that other CLM systems' complexities and steep learning curves significantly deter adoption. So, Lexion designed its system to integrate seamlessly into an organization's existing workflow, offering immediate functionality without requiring extensive setup or training.  This, and Lexion's focus on integrating with platforms like email, Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Salesforce, promotes high adoption rates. Lexion has recently raised funds in an environment of challenging macroeconomic conditions and increased diligence from potential investors. Gaurav attributes Lexion's recent fundraising success to, in part, the company's robust business model, dedicated team, high customer retention, and high user engagement. As Gaurav notes, Lexion's vision to serve corporate operations teams and not just the legal department (by giving just a couple of examples, automating standardized sales contracts and employment offer letters) was also an attraction to potential investors. Gaurav concludes the podcast by describing some of Lexion's guiding business principles, including the company's obsession with the customer, an insistence on clear written communication among team members, and a company-wide commitment to transparency regarding company direction and individual and team performance.                

Lexion is an AI-powered contract management system with a unique pedigree, having emerged out of the Allen Institute for AI, the AI research institute created by Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen, and having received backing from investors such as Khosla Ventures, a Silicon Valley firm whose portfolio includes companies such as OpenAi; Madrona Venture Group, which helped launch Amazon; and Wilson Sonsini, the law firm known not only for representing tech pioneers, but also for its own tech initiatives. Now Lexion has just raised another $20 million in a Series B round led by Point72 Ventures, with those prior investors again participating.  The company, says its cofounder and CEO Guarav Oberoi, is on a mission to use AI to help corporate operations teams and legal departments close deals faster by accelerating business contracting across sales, procurement, legal, HR, security, and more. His resume includes having been a product manager, engineer, and founder for over a decade, and, before Lexion, he started and sold two software startups, BillMonk and Precision Polling, and founded a large business unit at SurveyMonkey.  Guarav joins host Bob Ambrogi to discuss the company's founding and growth, its latest fundraising round, and his thoughts on the contracts market overall and the impact that new generations of AI will have on its future development.  Thank You To Our Sponsors This episode of LawNext is generously made possible by our sponsors. We appreciate their support and hope you will check them out.  Paradigm, home to the practice management platforms PracticePanther, Bill4Time, MerusCase and LollyLaw; the e-payments platform Headnote; and the legal accounting software TrustBooks. Lawmatics, providing legal client intake, law practice CRM, marketing automation, legal billing, document management, and much more, all in one easy-to-use law practice software.   If you enjoy listening to LawNext, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.  

Financial freedom is a goal that many people aspire to achieve. It means having enough money to support your lifestyle without relying on a paycheck or anyone else for financial support. Achieving financial freedom is a challenging feat. It may lead us to step outside the comfort of our profession and allow ourselves to enter into a different realm of learning. For instance, in Medicine, gaining knowledge and understanding about real estate investments could bring professional growth for them and a sense of security for their families.    Moreover, achieving financial freedom through real estate investment requires a long-term, strategic approach. Building our knowledge, starting small, and focusing on cash flow can all contribute to our success. Remember that we must stay committed to our goals and remain adaptable to changing market conditions. We can achieve financial freedom through real estate investment with diligence and patience. Thus, financial freedom is not a one-time achievement but a lifelong journey requiring continuous effort and commitment.   Dr. Gulshan Oberoi is the Founder and Managing Partner at Vertical Mind Ventures. His primary focus includes capital market analysis, investment strategy, and investor relations. Gulshan has more than six years of commercial real estate experience and has personally invested both actively as well as a limited partner in over 20,000 residential units and 3 million square feet of self-storage, industrial and office space. Gulshan was born and raised in India. Today he is successful practicing Neurologist in the USA specializing in Seizure disorders/ Epilepsy. He has been very active in the field of Medicine for over 20 years. In his spare time, he loves to travel, play basketball, try various cuisines, and spend time with his wife, Jaspreet, and two daughters. He likes to talk about and create awareness about the importance of financial independence through real estate for busy professionals.   In this special episode with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi, we will learn about the journey of an empowered man passionate about sports, Medicine, and business. He will be sharing with us how he built a company outside of being a neurologist and how the idea of financial freedom developed his courage to get into the real estate game. Be inspired by the life of Dr. Oberoi, who was always passionate about assisting people in achieving independence in both their business and personal lives.   "Success is on the other side of fear and comfort, and the other way to put it is comfort kills. You have to gain knowledge about it, and what leads to it is progress." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction + Episode Snippet (00:00:36) Introducing our special guest, Dr. Gulshan Oberoi. (00:01:31) Basketball: Dr. Gulshan's Sports Journey (00:03:32) Neurology: A passion for seizures and epilepsy (00:04:39) How long will it take to become a neurologist? (00:05:51) Decide what you want and get on the path. (00:06:40) Financial Freedom: Why do we need an extra source of income? (00:08:53) The Uncertainty in Medicine: A waking call for Physicians  (00:09:48) Freedom: Dr. Oberoi's Philosophy in Real Estate (00:11:43) Investing in Cashflow Real Estate (00:13:42) The Birth of Vertical Mind Ventures (00:14:00) Quick Reminder: Are you enjoying this episode? Please share it, leave a five-star review, and give feedback. Go to TimeOut with the SportsDr website.  (00:14:58) Developing knowledge about Real Estate (00:16:18) Success is on the other side of comfort. (00:16:51) Working with friends and family. (00:17:38) Earth is the best investment in the earth. (00:17:55) What is cash flow? (00:19:03) Everything starts with simple steps. (00:20:20) Where to connect with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi. (00:21:02) Final TimeOut with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi: How does seeing a different way of living creates a hunger in his heart to become financially free? (00:22:00) Abundance Mindset: Have a place to serve others.   Key Takeaways:     "If you love what you do, then the sacrifices don't come." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   "Decide what you want to do and get on the path. You can't listen to what all the naysayers have to say because many people that tell you such things haven't been down that road anyway." – Dr. Derrick Burgess   "The idea of financial freedom took place not out of necessity but out of circumstances." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   "I started thinking, how can I be financially free so that even if I lose my job, my kids are fed and, I still have a good source of income to fall back on if the time comes to that." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   "There was a lot of uncertainty, and it was a waking call for many physicians and health care workers to say this profession that we've held so tightly to has changed already.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess   "Real Estate gives geographical freedom, financial freedom, and time freedom. To put it in perspective, I considered a person financially free when their passive income from their investment exceeds their monthly expenses." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   "Don't wait to buy real estate. Buy real estate and wait." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   "The mission of our company is basically to help physicians, and other busy professionals generate tax efficient passive income and build generational wealth, not only for themselves but also for their family." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   "Once you gain knowledge, that's when you become more confident in investing because the more you learn, the less risk it is involved." – Dr. Derrick Burgess   "I don't buy an asset just so that it will appreciate later on. As long as its cash flows, appreciation will take care of itself. And as I say, the best investment on earth is earth." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   "Neurology has its language. Orthopedics has its language. Real estate has its language. To study it was like taking a vocabulary test, the more you see it, the more you read about it, the more you understand." – Dr. Derrick Burgess   "When you set your heart and mind to something, you can do whatever you want. It's a mindset, and I want to keep that mindset." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   "But always keep in mind that you should always have a place to serve others." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   Connect with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi:  Website: https://verticalmindventures.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gulshan-oberoi-5b149411a/   Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com   This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

This week we talked about the most successful romantic comedy of all time - My Big Fat Greek Wedding! Joining us is a very special guest and friend of the pod, Rohun Oberoi! Together, we break down why this film works as well as it does - from the cast, to the script, and how very true to life it is! We talk about the differences in immigrant families, the tragedy of finding a good bagel, and wonder if Windex really can fix anything! Find out how it all goes down right here! Oompa! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/men-who-like-men-who-like-movies/support

In this week's IA40 Spotlight Episode of Founded & Funded, Investor Elisa La Cava talks to Lexion Co-founder and CEO Gaurav Oberoi. Lexion was one of the first spinouts from AI2, and Madrona invested in the first round the company raised in 2019.  Like many companies that come from AI2 – Lexion is focused on applying AI to change an industry. Specifically, Lexion helps legal teams at enterprises manage contracts – and they are one of the companies that have added features using OpenAI's GPT technology. 

Massachusetts native Kirsten Oberoi is the Founding Artistic Director of the South Shore Children's Chorus, and also taught public school chorus at the secondary level for eight years in both Massachusetts and California. Regarded as a unique and creative choral artist and arts entrepreneur, Oberoi is known for her strong philosophies and teaching practices based on inclusion and equity in the music education classroom. In this episode, we talk about auditions, inclusivity, teaching groups of students from different experience levels together, does non-auditioned have to equal not excellent….basically, philosophy! We explore what it means to Kirsten and her SSCC choir, when they say they believe "the priority is the individual, music is the vessel, and excellence is the byproduct."Learn more about Ms Oberoi: www.southshorechildrenschorus.org, https://www.choralconnectivity.com/, https://blog.chorusconnection.com/embracing-diversity-of-musical-experience-in-your-chorus,  https://www.southshorechildrenschorus.org/ssccblog/noauditionsever. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/llyOk3WP0YE Order your copy of Dr. Burch's book, “The Business of Choir”: https://www.giamusic.com/store/resource/the-business-of-choir-book-g10713. Join us over at Patreon.com/MusicEdMatters for monthly meet-ups, monthly bonus episodes, special content and more!Support the companies that make The Music (ed) Matters Podcast possible: —Kaleidoscope Adventures - find your adventure today, kaleidoscopeadventures.com/.  Including the June 2023 Festival and PD Weekend in Myrtle Beach with Alex & Emmy and their choirs!— The Kinnison Choral Company - check out their quality resources - or get your tracks made today - at KinnisonChoralCo.com. **Show music originally written by Mr. Todd Monsell**Show photography provided by Dr. Dan Biggerstaff

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Today is a really fun episode! Be a fly on the wall for a portion of the panel conversation we had at our Passion to Profit Event in Vancouver last week!  In this conversation, I ask our panellists about some of the most challenging aspects of their business journeys, their learnings over the last couple of years, how they celebrate their success, and what they do when they are feeling discouraged. This Panel of Women is so incredibly honest about their journeys, and their past and current struggles. Enjoy this raw conversation about entrepreneurship, failures, motherhood, and so much more!  Connect with our Panelists: Raveena Oberoi @ravthechef of @justcakesbakeshop Karen Lee @lezethelabel Sarah Boland @bolandia_ of @lifelapse_app Karin Bohn @karinbohn of @houseofbohn ______________________________ Find out more about Action Takers Club: https://www.businessbabescollective.com/actiontakersclub Watch our FREE Masterclass and Learn  How to Scale a Profitable Business Without Working around the Clock: https://www.businessbabescollective.com/masterclass If you'd like to Strategize on your Business Together, Apply for Coaching 1:1 with me here: https://www.businessbabescollective.com/coaching Connect with me on Instagram: @danilivinglife @businessbabesco  

Today I have an inspiring guest on the podcast, Raveena Oberoi the founder of Just Cakes Bakeshop. Just Cakes Bakeshop and The Jar Bar founder Raveena Oberoi is a pastry chef & entrepreneur who challenges the bound of the foodservice businesses. She pivoted strategy amid the pandemic and opened a second bakeshop and Canada's first cake jar vending machine. She entered the commercial space with Fresh St Market stores across BC, as well as several other retail partners. A South Asian woman in a competitive industry, she is aware and activity fighting of intersectional challenges faced by entrepreneurs and women. Through Just Cakes, Raveena also advocates for social causes. Moreover, Raveena is a Food Network winner - winning on an episode of “The Big Bake”, and now also a brand new judge to Food Network's new series “Wall of Bakers”.     In this episode, we discuss her journey of building her business, the challenges that came with the pandemic and how she lost 80% of her business, to then pivoting creatively to then being featured on the Food Network!    I hope you enjoy this inspiring conversation!  Connect with Raveena Instagram: @ravthechef @justcakesbakeshop https://www.justcakesbc.com/ Join our Vancouver Event on May 18th here: https://www.businessbabescollective.com/vancouver Get Access to our FREE Masterclass: https://www.businessbabescollective.com/masterclass If you've been looking for a group of other successful entrepreneurs that you can scale your business alongside, and brainstorm growth strategies with, apply for our mastermind here: https://www.businessbabescollective.com/mastermind Connect with me on Instagram: @danilivinglife @businessbabesco  

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On this episode I chat with Chef Sandhya Kumar. There is nothing better than your passion being your profession. And that is exactly what Chef Sandhya Kumar has always believed in. Passion for cooking hit Sandhya at an incredibly young age owing to her grandmother's influence. Her Mom let her loose in the kitchen where she made lots of cake and a lot of mess Pursuing her passion, she acquired her bachelor's degree in Hotel Management and Hospitality Administration from The Institute of Hotel Management, Kovalam. Sandhya was trained by the head chefs at The Oberoi, Bangalore and Marriott Chennai, before starting her career at Four Seasons. She worked in the culinary department at Four Seasons Hotel, Mumbai where she gained valuable experience working under reputable international chefs across various cuisines ranging from Japanese, Chinese and Thai to Italian and French. Chef Sandhya recently did a major feature film project with Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan in the remake of Jon Frauveau's Hollywood movie ‘CHEF', which released in October 2017 in India. She was the Stylist and Consultant for the movie. “Cooking in my family was a skill, handed down over generations, from my grandmother to my mom and now to me, something I'd like to call my legacy. I would like to make a mark and give back to this global community, what I have learnt over time from some extremely gifted people and what I carry within me, my heritage” – Chef Sandhya. She was on the lookout for a change when home and her brainchild ‘Indulge In' came calling. As an enterprise, our primary focus is to help upcoming restauranteurs in setting up their dream projects the way they want it, however big or small. Indulge In provides technical assistance in developing a restaurant concept, understanding the market, design and implementation, operational strategies and business management, human resource handling and marketing approaches that are tailored to your specific needs. She also organises regular Culinary Workshops, in either a corporate format or for individuals, to help them learn the basics of cooking and preparing easy, healthy meals at home. Food styling is what gives the first impression of your product to your target audience. Indulge In works with top photographers, cinematographers and branding companies in the field to better the portfolio of your brand, which can make your customers crave your product. Indulge In started off as a small home-catering business when I had left Four Seasons and was back in my hometown. Mostly catering to friends and family for their small, exquisite events where they had the liberty to indulge in food that they loved to eat but couldn't find in the city. Then it slowly grew into a restaurant consultancy where people want me to help their dreams of owning a restaurant become a reality. I kept the same name as Indulge In, as I wanted them to know they could be free to indulge in their dreams and the worrying, and getting things done part can be left to me. So, Indulge In by Sandhya came into realisation along with other people's dream projects. She took yet another leap by joining for her master's degree in Food Design and Innovation at the Scuola Politecnica di Design in Milan, Italy and is currently exploring and learning what the future, a more sustainable future might hold for the Food & Beverage industry. ~~~ Chef Sandhya Follow us on Instagram & Facebook : https://www.instagram.com/travelingchef_sk/ http://i.instagram.com/indulge.in/ https://m.facebook.com/catererindulgein Leave a review on Apple, and go to linecookthoughts.com for more info on the brand. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/raymond-delucci/message

What does it feels like when you absolutely love what you do? If you want to know, listen to David Mathews as he chats with Raju and Triccia about his more than three decades in high-end hospitality! He says about his early life that he was lazy and almost accidentally found his way to be trained at India's most prestigious hotel training center, The Oberoi Center for Learning and Development (OCLD). Triccia and Raju got to see the magic of true servant leadership when they were in a lockdown in March 2020 in Mumbai, India at the hotel that David manages. We wanted to speak with David to get a behind-the-scene glimpse at several aspects of LEADERSHIP, which pervades the entire Oberoi Group, which has more than 30 luxury hotels under its name and 10 other hotels under the name Trident. Worth listening to some incredible perspectives around: what it means to be of service, particularly when corporate cultures are tested in a global pandemic how the leader, the manager and the human -- the person at the helm -- is impacted how employees are affected and treated by a company in a hard-hit industry dealing with inner and outer conflicts in a business that is so customer-focused, and when business is challenged what it means to be bold where to seek inspiration It was easeful and deep to talk to and introverted David about real-life issues in an extrovert-centric business! David Mathews's bio David is a hospitality veteran with over 3 decades of experience, having worked with leading organizations in the industry, in India and other countries. A graduate and Gold Medallist from the Oberoi Centre of Learning & Development (OCLD), he has a Masters in International Hotel Management from the University of Buckingham in the UK. He has been a General Manager with Oberoi Hotels and Resorts since 2004. He currently manages Trident, Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai, the second largest hotel in the Oberoi Group.  He has run award-winning properties of the chain such as The Oberoi Gurgaon, Trident Gurgaon, and Wildflower Hall in the Himalayas. Besides being an operations specialist, he is a published author and an award-winning researcher.  His interests include food and beverage management, revenue management, human resource management and talent development. Look for David Mathews at The Trident BKC (Bandra Kurla Complex), Mumbai, India, should your travels bring you there. ****************************** ******************************************* To get to know more about our work at BOLD CONSCIOUS CONNECTIONS, please go to: https://www.boldconsciousleadership.com https://www.livemasterminds.com If you have questions, please write us at: info@livemasterminds.com

Welcome to a really exciting episode of the Indian Dream - we've wanted to talk to this founder for the past 1 year at least. In this episode, we speak to Vivek Sahni, co-founder and CEO of Kama Ayurveda. For the few listeners who haven't heard of Kama, they are an Ayurveda based Hair & Beauty brand that now has 59 retail stores across the country.Join our No-Spam WhatsApp GroupThe reason we love Kama Ayurveda so much is that they started in 2002 at a time when nobody spoke about Ayurveda or even cared about it. They are pioneers who saw the early signals of the clean beauty movement and the resurgence of Ayurveda in India and staked a claim. This 20 year journey has culminated in Kama becoming one of the best known beauty brands to come out of India with a reported 100cr investment by a Spanish Luxury brand.I'll give you a quick history about Kama and Vivek before we jump right into the conversation with him.The journey to Kama started in 1993 when Vivek moved back to India after studying Design at the Parson's School of Design in New York. After coming back, he started a design studio called Vivek Sahni designs with his partner David Chang. Fun fact - Vivek and Dave ran this design studio all the way to 2013. For the first 10 years of Kama Ayurveda's existence, it was just a side hustle.In 1998 - Vivek worked on a 2 year project to design gift packaging for Khadi India, a government organisation set up to promote the development of Khadi and village industries in rural areas. During this project, they helped create a range of products, protocols, worked with manufacturers, and helped train people to source the best productsThis experience with Khadi India drove the founding of Kama Ayurveda in 2002 as an authentically Indian brand that was steeped in the traditions of Ayurveda. Kama had 4 founders, Vivek Sahni, Dave Change, interior designer Vikram Goyal and Padma Shri awardee Rajshree Pathy. It was Rajshree's connection with Ayurvedic doctors in Coimbatore that led them down the path of Ayurveda.The actual product development took them nearly 2 years and in the end, they started with a range hair and skin products that were authentically Ayurvedic. From 2002 to 2012, Vivek spent about 30% of his time on Kama while the rest was spent on his design studio. The brand grew organically increasing its distribution across pharmacies and hotels in Delhi.We now jump into the conversation with Vivek around 2005 2006, when they got distribution as in-room amenities at Oberoi and The Park hotels and how that impact the brand.Before getting into the episode - please join our No Spam WhatsApp group where we post information about the latest episodes. We already have more than 2500 members in our groups and we'd love to see you there.