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Let’s Talk About That S2E3 Monica Coenraads: The Fight to Cure Rett SyndromeIn this episode of Let’s Talk About That, Anirvan Ghosh speaks with Monica Coenraads, a transformative leader in the raredisease community whose work has reshaped the field of Rett syndrome, a severe neurodevelopmental disorder.Monica’s journey began as a parent, after her daughter Chelsea was diagnosed with Rett syndrome at a time when little was known about the disease and the causative gene, MECP2,had not yet been identified. Faced with limited answers and no treatments, Monica set out to understand the science—and soon recognized the need for a new, research-driven model.She we...

2026-02-0350 min

Let’s Talk About That S2E2 Gilmore O'Neill: Rethinking Medicine in the Age of Gene EditingIn this episode of Let’s Talk About That, Anirvan Ghosh is joined by Gilmore O’Neill, President and CEO of Editas Medicine, for an in-depth conversation at the frontier of genetic medicine, neuroscience, and biotech leadership.Gilmore traces his journey from clinical neurology at Mass General to a career in biopharma driven by frustration with the lack of effective treatments for devastating neurological diseases. He reflects on formative years at Biogen, where first-principles thinking—deep attention to human biology, PK/PD, and disease pathology—helped enable breakthroughs such as Spinraza for spinal muscular atrophy and transformative therapie...

2026-01-2750 min

Let’s Talk About That S2E1 Andreas Wallnoefer: Why Most Drugs Fail—and What It Takes to Beat the OddsIn this episode of Let’s Talk About That, Anirvan Ghosh speaks with Andreas Wallnoefer, whose career spans the full arc of drug development—from early clinical research to senior R&D leadership at Roche, and later to venture investing and biotech board roles.Andreas reflects on more than 25 years in big pharma, where he helped shape early translational medicine and confronted one of the field’s enduring challenges: why clinical success rates remain low despite enormous advances in science, biomarkers, and technology. He shares lessons from pioneering early human pharmacology, the importance of truly understanding mechanism of act...

2026-01-2050 min

KPFA - East Bay Yesterday Hidden Roots of the East Bay: South Asian Radical Histories & Lew Hing’s RiseJourney into the overlooked immigrant histories that shaped the East Bay. First, Barnali Ghosh and Anirvan Chatterjee share stories from their Berkeley South Asian Radical History walking tour—these narratives you won’t find in textbooks. Then, uncover the remarkable life of Lew Hing, who became one of Oakland’s most influential business leaders during a time of intense anti-Chinese laws. This series explores stories of culture, politics and nature from Oakland, Berkeley and other towns throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties. The post Hidden Roots of the East Bay: South Asian Radical Histories & Lew Hing’s...

2025-12-0359 min

Let’s Talk About That S1E16 Anirvan Ghosh: Season 1 wrap-upHost Anirvan Ghosh reflects on Season 1 of 'Let's Talk About That', highlighting themes around leadership, science and society, and our shared experiences as a nation of immigrants

2025-11-1309 min

Grand Tamasha How India’s Women Are Redefining PoliticsFor much of India’s democratic history, the woman voter has either been invisible or ignored at times she has been spoken for, but very rarely listened to. A new book by the journalist Ruhi Tewari argues that this is no longer the case and seeks to understand why women have emerged from the political shadows. What Women Want: Understanding the Female Voter in Modern India draws on years of journalism and field reportage to trace the rise of the woman voter from 1947 to the present day. Ruhi is a journalist with nearly two decades of experience covering politics, policy...

2025-11-051h 01

Grand Tamasha How India’s Women Are Redefining PoliticsFor much of India’s democratic history, the woman voter has either been invisible or ignored – at times she has been spoken for, but very rarely listened to. A new book by the journalist Ruhi Tewari argues that this is no longer the case and seeks to understand why women have emerged from the political shadows.What Women Want: Understanding the Female Voter in Modern India draws on years of journalism and field reportage to trace the rise of the woman voter from 1947 to the present day.Ruhi is a journalist with nearly two dec...

2025-11-0559 min

Let’s Talk About That S1E15 Dr. Carla Shatz: Brain Waves and Brain WiringDr. Carla Shatz is one of the most influential neuroscientists of our time, whose work has fundamentally shaped our understanding of brain development and plasticity. She is the Sapp Family Provostial Professor of Biology and Neurobiology at Stanford University, a member of the National Academy of Sciences, and recipient of the Kavli Prize in Neuroscience.In this episode, Carla sits down with Anirvan (who worked with her as a graduate student) to talk about her scientific journey, the work from her lab that revealed how early patterns of neural activity sculpt brain circuits during critical periods of...

2025-10-281h 18

Let’s Talk About That S1E14 Scott Illingworth: Borders and Belonging - The American Immigrant ExperienceScott Illingworth is a director, educator, and creative force who bridges theatre and social engagement. Much of his work focuses on new and adapted works that bring urgent human stories to the stage. In this conversation, Scott sits down with Anirvan to discuss his work in capturing immigrant stories through the Verbatim Salon, a monthly event in New York City where actors perform real stories from people navigating the U.S. immigration system. He shares insights into the collaborative process of theater-making, the importance of storytelling in understanding the immigrant experience, and the emotional depth of the...

2025-10-221h 14

Let’s Talk About That S1E13 Dr. Arshad Khanani: Pioneering New Treatments for Retinal Disease and Vision LossIn this episode, Dr. Arshad Khanani sits down with Anirvan Ghosh to talk about vision loss and what we can do to slow or alter the course of disease. Dr. Khanani, is one of the world’s leading innovators in retinal disease research and treatment. He is Managing Partner and Director of Clinical Research at Sierra Eye Associates, as well as a Clinical Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. He has served as principal investigator in over 150 clinical trials and has pioneered first-in-human surgical procedures for sustained drug delivery and gene therapy.In...

2025-10-141h 03

Let’s Talk About That S1E12 Liz Terrazas: Being Mexican-American at a Time of Immigration EnforcementLiz Terrazas is teacher who has recently become engaged in issues of community safety, immigrant rights, and grassroots activism. She grew up in a Mexican-American family in Colorado—her father is from Chihuahua, Mexico, and her mother from Durango, Colorado. After earning her BA in Criminology and Criminal Justice with a minor in Anthropology from Northern Arizona University in 2015, Liz returned to work as a teacher in the Four Corners region of Colorado and New Mexico.In recent months the Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE—an agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws, conducting depo...

2025-10-0749 min

Let’s Talk About That S1E11 Dr. Elora Lopez-Nandam: Restoring Coral Reefs Through Science and ConservationDr. Elora López-Nandam is a young evolutionary biologist and a Forbes 30 under 30 honoree, whose work spans the ecology, evolution, and conservation of marine ecosystems. Her work has ranged from studying the sustainability of sea cucumber fisheries in Fiji, to the mysteries of coral bleaching in American Samoa, and how we can restore coral populations. Now, at the California Academy of Sciences, she combines cutting-edge genomics with hands-on aquarium husbandry to guide how we can better steward and reintroduce vulnerable marine life. In this conversation with Anirvan Ghosh, she talks about the biology and diversity of corals, t...

2025-09-3058 min

Let’s Talk About That S1E10 Dr. Randy Schekman: Making Fundamental Discoveries in Science and MedicineDr. Randy Schekman is a Nobel Laureate and Professor of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California, Berkeley, as well as an Investigator of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. Dr. Schekman's discoveries on the mechanisms by which proteins are trafficked to different parts of the cell are in every cell and molecular biology textbook and earned him the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2013, which he shared withJames Rothman and Thomas Südhof. Beyond his laboratory research, he has been passionate about access to scientific research —serving as Editor-in-Chief of PNAS and founding editor of...

2025-09-231h 10

Let’s Talk About That S1E9 Dr. D. Sangeeta: Optimizing Talent Development for Individual and Organizational SuccessDr. D. Sangeeta is the founder and CEO of Gotara, a global business and leadership accelerator that is redefining how individuals in corporate settings can increase their impact and transform their careers. Her platform now serves more than 33,000 members across the globe, offering confidential,24/7 guidance from experienced leaders—and is helping companies understand the value of talent development and close the persistent gender gap in science and technology. In this conversation, Sangeeta sits down with Anirvan to discuss her professional journey from starting out as a bench scientist, and going on to executive roles at GE, Amazon, an...

2025-09-161h 01

Let’s Talk About That S1E8 Dr. Sophie Kornowski: Leadership and Partnerships in Bringing New Medicines to PatientsDr. Sophie Kornowski is a BioPharma leader, strategist, and global dealmaker whose career spans senior leadership positions at Merck and Roche, a healthcare investor with Gurnet PointCapital, and CEO at Boston Pharmaceuticals. She has helped shape the partnerships behind some of the most successful therapies in recent years. Here she sits down with Anirvan Ghosh to discuss her leadership journey and how science, business, and partnerships converge to enable the development of new and transformative medicines.

2025-09-0947 min

Let’s Talk About That S1E7 Dr. Bob Datta: New Discoveries in Alzheimer's Disease Biology and the Risks we FaceDr. Sandeep “Bob” Datta is a Professor of Neurobiology at Harvard Medical School whose work blends neuroscience, behavior, and machine learning to decode how the brain controls behavior. Here he sits down with Anirvan Ghosh to discuss the fascinating series of discoveries that led to the identification of MS4A6D as a critical protein that regulates the spread of Tau pathology, a major driver of Alzheimer's disease. He goes on to candidly discuss how recent decisions on federal research funding at Harvard led to a sudden termination of his research grants, and how that is threatening promising research on a...

2025-09-021h 08

Let’s Talk About That S1E6 Remy Reya: Navigating Social Justice with EmpathyRemy Reya is a young Jewish-Indian-American leader who is passionate about social justice. Here he sits down with Anirvan to talk about his Jewish and Indian ancestry and how that has informed his identity and sense of belonging. Remy shares his views on the importance of approaching disparate complex challenges such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and homelessness in American cities with empathy to create a more just and caring society. He also touches on his recent work on how the emergence of AI can be a force of positive change in the world.

2025-08-191h 09

Let’s Talk About That S1E5 Dr. Katie Travis: Nurturing Brain DevelopmentDr. Katie Travis is a developmental cognitive neuroscientist whose research focuses on improving outcomes for some of the most vulnerable among us: children born preterm. Here she sits down with Anirvan Ghosh to discuss how early life experiences—everything from a baby’s first sensory encounters to complex medical interventions—shape the developing brain and influence long-term outcomes. She also discusses the critical importance of sustained federal funding and being able to recruit the best people from around the world to drive this work forward, and the threat it is facing today.

2025-08-1257 min

Let’s Talk About That S1E4 Mike Robbins: Building Engaged, High Performing TeamsMike Robbins is a leadership coach and the author of five books, including Bring Your Whole Self to Work and We’re All inThis Together. He’s an expert on team performance andcompany culture, and his keynotes and seminars have inspired audiences around the world. Here he sits down with Anirvan to discuss teams as being the foundational units of organizations, and what makes a great team. Mike draws on his experiences working with companies like Google and Microsoft to highlight the importance of creating an environment of psychological safety and fostering healthy debate in getting teams to click, be e...

2025-08-051h 19

Let’s Talk About That S1E3 Dr. Chris Mihos: Galaxies, Gravity, and the Birth of StarsDr. Chris Mihos sits down with Anirvan Ghosh to discuss his work exploring the mysteries of the universe from galaxy evolution to the birth of stars, and how astronomical observations driven by curiosity were foundational to Newton's insights into gravity and the laws of motion. These discoveries in turn have been critical for the success of our space program and inform the rockets we are designing today to travel to Mars some day.

2025-07-2954 min

Let’s Talk About That S1E2 Dr. Craig Montell: The Unexpected Path to Studying Sex and Drugs in MosquitoesDistinguished scientist and UCSB professor Dr. Craig Montell sits down with Anirvan Ghosh to discuss his journey from growing up poor in New York and then in a Bay Area commune to becoming a successful microbiologist and geneticist. They discuss how research on fruit flies revolutionized genetics, and the work Dr. Montell is doing to engineer sterile mosquitoes to reduce the prevalence of pathogenic mosquitoes that lead to millions of deaths each year. They also discuss the cuts to federal research grants that threaten America's scientific leadership.

2025-07-221h 25

Let’s Talk About That S1E1 Joanna Kirke: Leading with Positive IntelligenceJoanna Kirke is an executive coach and thought leader who blends neuroscience, design thinking, and emotional intelligence to help leaders lead with courage and authenticity. Here she sits down with Anirvan to share her own leadership journey and discusses how leaning into positive intelligence can elevate our growth as leaders.

2025-07-1557 min

Masters in Business Growth, Employment and Inflation Cycles With Lakshman AchuthanBarry Ritholtz speaks to Lakshman Achuthan, co-founder of the Economic Cycle Research Institute. Achuthan met his mentor, Geoffrey H. Moore, at Columbia University in 1990; they formed ECRI with Anirvan Banerji in 1996. He serves on the board of governors for the Levy Economics Institute of Bard College. In 2004, he co-authored Beating the Business Cycle: How to Predict and Profit From Turning Points in the Economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-08-021h 25

Filmi Talks- The Entertainment Podcast Shikha Siri's Bold Take: Feminism, Mental Health, Bollywood Parties & Casting Couch | Ep -10 In the 10th episode of the Filmi Talks Entertainment Podcast, we welcome the talented Araajak actor @shikhasinha936 . Known for her roles in Bollywood and on OTT platforms, Shikha has starred in shows and movies like Mastram, Jamtara Season 2, Araajak, and Anirvan. Hosted by Aakriti Anand, this episode delves into a range of fascinating topics and personal insights, including mental health, her best friend Noor Malabika Das's suicide, being typecasted, her career choices, Bollywood parties, and her recent work. With bold and strong opinions, Shikha shares her remarkable journey from a small-town girl to a confident woman who has carved...

2024-07-081h 50

The Indian American Experience Podcast 32: Viji & Anirvan: An inspiring story of grit, dedication and harmonySend us a textMy guests this week are VijayaLakshmi Nagaraj and Anirvan Sengupta. Together they are a confluence of spirited dedication, intelligence and wisdom. VijayaLakshmi, Viji to her family and friends, got her Doctorate degree in Microbiology from India. She has undertaken various adventures since then, including her one year of research at Trieste, Italy followed by a quarter century of work at Rutgers University as a researcher in Microbiology, Biochemistry and Molecular biology. She took a rather challenging path at around the age of 50 of completing her Masters in Health Informatics from Weill C...

2024-06-2440 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S4 - E3: The $9 Trillion Disconnect: Solving the Employee Engagement Crisis | Anirvan Sen & Nigel KilpatrickJoin ⁠⁠⁠Anirvan Sen⁠⁠⁠, CEO of ⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Nigel Kilpatrick⁠⁠⁠, CEO of ⁠⁠⁠Compassion-in-Business⁠⁠⁠, as they tackle the colossal issue of employee disengagement in this eye-opening episode. Discover why businesses are losing an astonishing $9 trillion annually due to disengaged employees and explore practical solutions to this pervasive problem. Key Episode Highlights: 📌 Magnitude of the Problem: Unpack the staggering $9 trillion annual loss in business productivity globally, emphasizing the urgent need for strategic interventions. 📌 Root Causes of Disengagement: Dive into common workplace hurdles that lead to employee disengagement, including the overwhelming number of IT applications employees are required to manage. 📌 Practical Solutions and Strategies: Learn how businesses can effectively tack...

2024-05-2226 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S4 - E2: Aligning Company and Employee Values: The Role of Compassion in Bridging Gaps | Anirvan Sen & Nigel KilpatrickJoin ⁠Anirvan Sen⁠, CEO of ⁠Fifth Chrome⁠, and ⁠Nigel Kilpatrick⁠, CEO of ⁠Compassion-in-Business⁠, in a revealing conversation about the often challenging alignment of company and employee values. This episode delves into the critical gaps that exist between a company’s stated values and the personal values of its employees, exploring how and why these discrepancies occur. Key Episode Highlights: 📌 Exploration of Value Discrepancies: Anirvan and Nigel discuss why company values can often feel forced or superficial, serving more as vanity metrics rather than guiding principles. 📌 The Importance of Authentic Values: Discover the significanc...

2024-05-1421 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S4 - E1: Empathy Listens, Compassion Acts: The Critical Difference Fueling Business Success | Anirvan Sen and Nigel KilpatrickJoin Anirvan Sen, CEO of Fifth Chrome, and Nigel Kilpatrick, CEO of Compassion-in-Business, as they delve into the critical differences between compassion and empathy and how these impact business performance. In this insightful episode, they explore how understanding and implementing these concepts can transform organizational culture and lead to significant performance boosts. Key Points Covered: 📌 Defining Compassion and Empathy: Learn the distinct roles each plays in personal and professional contexts. 📌 Impact on Business: Discover how compassion extends beyond empathy to actively foster a more supportive and effective business environment. 📌 Practical Strategies: Gain actionable advice on integrating compassion into your business...

2024-04-3024 min

MicDropMarkets MicDropMarkets Spaces #16: Macro TrendsGuests this week: Lakshman Achuthan and Jim WelshLakshman Achuthan Co-founder of ECRI The leading predictor of cycle turning points.For over 30 years Lakshman has been studying business cycles and working with clients.In 2004, he co-authored Beating the Business Cycle: How to Predict and Profit from Turning Points in the Economy.Lakshman met his mentor, Geoffrey H. Moore, at Columbia University in 1990. After working together for years, with co-founder Anirvan Banerji, the three left Columbia to start ECRI in 1996.He also serves on the Board of...

2024-04-181h 07

Inside Asia Inside the 2024 Indian Election with Dr. Anirvan ChowdhuryOn April 19, voters in India begin to head to the polls for national elections that will stretch through May. The incumbent BJP faces a new opposition alliance, again under the leadership of the Indian National Congress. What will the election signal about the overall health of democracy in the country? And how does the BJP, a party of Hindu nationalism, mobilize women into its political project? Drs. Anirvan Chowdhury (Postdoctoral Fellow, Harvard University) and Taha Rauf (Postdoctoral Fellow, CAD) join the pod to put the campaign in context.

2024-04-1758 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E17: Bridging Cultures in M&A: Anirvan Sen & James Harris Unveil Key Strategies for Professional Growth Join Anirvan Sen, a seasoned expert in building high-performance organizations, and James Harris, Integration Manager at Google with over 25 years of M&A experience, in an enlightening conversation that dives deep into the complexities of mergers and acquisitions. This episode sheds light on the critical role of culture and professional development in the success of M&A projects. Discover invaluable insights on the importance of understanding cultural differences, the power of direct coaching, and the need for open dialogue to seamlessly integrate diverse company cultures. Key Highlights: 📌 Unpacking the 'Why' Behind Cultural Differences in M&A 📌 The Impact of Founde...

2024-04-1048 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - 16: Mastering M&A: Kim Jones on Cultivating Culture & HR Excellence in AcquisitionsIn this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the heart of culture and HR in the context of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), featuring the expertise of Kim Jones, a senior HR leader renowned for her extensive experience in M&A. Kim Jones shares her valuable insights into the critical role of people strategies during these transformative processes, emphasizing the significance of coaching leadership teams, engaging and retaining key talent, and managing the intricate aspects of organizational culture. Culture, as Kim defines it, is the collective belief and behavior system within an organization, encompassing values, perks, work habits, communication...

2024-03-2741 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - 15: Exploring the Impact of Culture in M&A with Lynette Buitt | Fifth Chrome PodcastIn this insightful episode of the Fifth Chrome Podcast, we delve into the often-overlooked aspect of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) – culture. Join us as Lynette Buitt, a seasoned M&A practitioner, shares her extensive experience and perspectives on the pivotal role of culture in successful M&A transactions. Key Highlights: 🔹 Culture as a Central Element in M&A: Lynette discusses how culture is a crucial, yet frequently neglected component in many M&A deals. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating cultural considerations into the early stages of the M&A process. 🔹 The Importance of Onsite Cultural Assessments: Learn about th...

2023-12-0552 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - 14: Mastering Transformation and M&A Integration Orchestration: With Jay Goldman of Sensei Labs🎙️ M&A Stories presents an in-depth interview with Jay Goldman, Co-founder and CEO of Sensei Labs. In this enlightening conversation, Anirvan Sen delves into the journey and philosophy behind Sensei Labs, a subsidiary of Klick Health, that focuses on data and talent-centric organizational culture. Jay shares how their platform Conductor is revolutionizing the way businesses operate by addressing various organizational needs. 🔹 Key Highlights: Origins of Sensei Labs: Initially an internal tool within Klick Health, the platform gained immense traction and was brought to market. 🖋️ Global Recognition: Invitations to speak at Google, Harvard, NASA underlines their influence and credibility. 🖋️ Core Principles: Three...

2023-10-0349 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - 13: Navigating Employee Layoffs in M&A - Compassionate Insights with Summer Hilliard In our latest episode of Fifth Chrome Business Insights Podcast, we are joined by Summer Hilliard, an advocate for employees facing layoffs during Mergers and Acquisitions. Summer brings a refreshing perspective to a challenging aspect of M&A, offering strategies for both employees and employers to handle layoffs with empathy and effectiveness. Layoffs during M&A can be an incredibly sensitive issue, often poorly handled by companies. Summer Hilliard delves into common mistakes, such as impersonal email terminations and insufficient communication with remaining staff. She explains how such actions can create a toxic culture of uncertainty and disengagement. 🌟 Key Tak...

2023-09-1345 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E12: Decoding Culture in M&A: Expert Insights with Claire-Marie Nasr & Cathy PowersIn this insightful episode of Fifth Chrome Business Insights Podcast, we have the privilege of hosting Claire-Marie Nasr and Cathy Powers, two seasoned M&A practitioners, for an in-depth discussion on the critical role of culture in Mergers and Acquisitions. Often underestimated, organizational culture extends beyond simple behavior patterns. It is a broad sphere encompassing leadership styles, organizational values, and individual purpose. Claire-Marie and Cathy delve into the many dimensions of culture - from the spectrum of inward-outward focus to the variance between formal-informal and hierarchical-flatter structures. They highlight the importance of culture teams stepping into the shoes of...

2023-07-1149 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E11: Harmonizing Cultures: The Unseen Powerhouse in Successful M&A Integrations with Mary CianniIn this enlightening episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the world of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) with esteemed guest Mary Cianni, a senior M&A practitioner and seasoned adjunct faculty. The central theme of our discussion orbits around the critical yet sometimes underappreciated role of culture within the M&A landscape. Despite being a core component of any M&A transaction, culture often finds itself sidelined due to a hyper-focus on financial aspects and pressing timelines. This negligence can lead to significant challenges during the integration phase, particularly when dealing with organizations boasting strong, unique cultures...

2023-06-2049 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E10: Cracking the Culture Code in M&A: Insights from M&A Veteran ⁠Mark Walztoni⁠In this insightful episode of our podcast, we sit down with seasoned M&A expert Mark Walztoni to delve deep into the significance of culture in mergers and acquisitions. Mark, who has a wealth of practical experience, defines culture as a blend of the ways people work and treat each other, as well as how they interact with customers and vendors. He emphasizes that culture is largely determined by behavioral aspects and serves as an outcome of various other elements. Mark shares his traditional yet effective approach to assessing culture: communicating directly with individuals, understanding who thrives and who...

2023-05-2458 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E9: Unraveling the Hidden Impact of Culture on Psychology in M&A: A Deep Dive with Jennifer FondrevayUnraveling the Hidden Impact of Culture on Psychology in M&A: A Deep Dive with Jennifer Fondrevay, a podcast In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the often-overlooked aspect of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) - organizational culture, with Jennifer Fondrevay, Founder and Chief Humanity Officer of M&A consultancy, Day1Ready. Jennifer elucidates how the neglect of cultural assessment during the initial due diligence process can potentially unravel surprising challenges post-deal. By drawing parallels from her personal experiences, Jennifer narrates how her American B2B company's acquisition by a European B2C company exposed stark differences in...

2023-05-1152 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E8: Mastering M&A Culture: Unveiling Expert Insights with Reynaldo RamirezMastering M&A Culture: Unveiling Expert Insights with Reynaldo Ramirez In this insightful podcast episode, we sit down with Reynaldo Ramirez, founder of Thrive HR Consulting, to discuss the crucial role of culture in M&A transactions. Reynaldo shares his expertise in conducting proper due diligence, particularly related to culture and people management. He elaborates on the importance of interacting with leadership teams, executive sponsors, and other key stakeholders during the M&A process. Reynaldo emphasizes the value of focusing on employee career and professional development as a means to maintain a positive culture and employee engagement. He highlights...

2023-04-2555 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E7: Mastering the M&A Culture Puzzle: Klint C. Kendrick Reveals the Secrets to Successful Integration! Mastering the M&A Culture Puzzle: ⁠Klint C. Kendrick⁠ Reveals the Secrets to Successful Integration! - a podcast Show Notes: Season 3, Episode 7 – Interview with ⁠Klint C. Kendrick⁠ Join us in this captivating interview with Klint C. Kendrick, an expert in M&A and culture integration, as he shares his experience and insights on successfully navigating the complex world of organizational culture during mergers and acquisitions. Learn about the five key elements of culture, and how to assess and address cultural differences to ensure a smooth and successful M&A integration. In this episode, you'll discover: - Klint's definition...

2023-04-1139 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E6: Mastering M&A: The Crucial Role of Culture Podcast with Giovanni Amodeo Mastering M&A: The Crucial Role of Culture Podcast with Giovanni Amodeo In this episode of the podcast, Giovanni Amodeo, Chief Data Officer at ION Analytics, shares his insights on the importance of culture in M&A deals. According to Giovanni, engaging and motivating employees is crucial to ensure a successful merger or acquisition. He also highlights the significance of aligning incentives between the two companies involved in the M&A. Often, leaders of the acquired company may have their earn-outs tied to revenue, while the acquiring company's focus is on increasing EBITDA, leading to a disconnect in goals. ...

2023-03-2835 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E5: Why Culture fails in M&A and how to address them - Podcast with Anirvan SenWhy Culture fails in M&A and how to address them - Podcast with Anirvan Sen Hello, and welcome to our latest video on M&A integration. Despite the potential benefits of mergers and acquisitions, a large number of companies still fail with their transactions. One of the biggest reasons why they fail is culture. In fact, there are many reasons why M&As struggle with culture. Business leaders often do not give culture the importance it deserves and consider it fluff. It is often delegated to HR instead of being led by the business lea...

2023-03-1715 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E4: How Culture Works in Fintech M&A World - Podcast with Alex CrossHow Culture Works in Fintech M&A World - Podcast with Alex Cross Show Notes: Alex got his bearing around culture when he was in the military. Over the years during his M&A stint, he encountered a lot of failures that prompted him to think hard and reflect on the cultural question. Culture is not about the values that get posted on the walls, it is not about what the CEO or the founder says about their companies, it is not about the annual employee assessment that gets sent out, culture is about “what are...

2023-03-0456 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E3: How Culture impacts M&A in an International Setting - Podcast with Robert HeatonHow Culture impacts M&A in an International Setting - Podcast with Robert Heaton Show Notes: Culture is the whole set of behaviors combined to exhibit themselves as the way the organization behaves both internally as well as externally. In most cases, it is run by the senior leadership at the top, the way they run the business is also strengthened by the way it gets absorbed by the rest of the organization and the way they act. Culture is made of multiple building blocks. It is a set of behavior styles and...

2023-02-1459 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E2: How has the culture changed in M&A since the 90s - with Senior Practitioner Alain BridouxHow has the culture changed in M&A since the 90s? This is the topic of this podcast on M&A Stories on Culture with Senior Practitioner Alain Bridoux. Show Notes: In the 90s, American companies dominated the M&A industry with a focus on "alignment." But as Alain Bridoux points out in our latest podcast episode, culture is so much more than just alignment. He delves into the impact of national culture on organizations and the importance of considering culture during the due diligence process. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode where Alain also shares insi...

2023-01-2443 min

The Atlas Obscura Podcast Berkeley South Asian Radical History Walking TourBarnali Ghosh and Anirvan Chatterjee take us on a walking tour of Berkeley, CA, where they share their community's legacy of radical South Asian activism.Learn more about the Berkeley South Asian Radical History Walking Tour: https://www.berkeleysouthasian.org/

2023-01-1216 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S3 - E1 : M&A Stories on Culture with Senior Practitioner Sarah RodgersThis is a podcast on M&A Stories on Culture with Senior Practitioner Sarah Rodgers. Show Notes: The impact of Culture is huge in an integration. Every organization has its unique culture. One of the first things that Sarah learned about culture was the need to be onsite to get a better understanding of the acquired company’s culture, the personalities involved, and how the companies work. Companies tend to put too much focus on numbers, synergies, rationales, and money aspects but at the end of the day, it is all about people and culture.

2023-01-0947 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - E15 : M&A Stories regarding Serial Acquisitions and New-Age Acquisitions with Nitin KumarThis is a podcast on M&A Stories regarding Serial Acquisitions and New-Age Acquisitions with Nitin Kumar Show Notes: On the perspective of serial acquirer vs occasional acquirer, in the past there were three types of acquirers: Occasional, Frequent and Serial Acquirer. Since then the world of M&A has changed quite a lot. Companies that were known as serial acquirers, who had created processes around it and created playbooks, no longer can say that they are a continuous serial acquirer. Due to the massive expansion on types of acquisition i.e. consolidation, adjacencies, acquihire, carve-out integration a...

2022-10-1238 min

M&A STORIES - The Good, The Bad and The Ugly THE CULTURAL PROMISE IN M&A WITH GUEST ANIRVAN SENWith Toby on vacation in Europe, I've had the opportunity to bring in a guest to the podcast, and I'm delighted that fellow M&A professional Anirvan Sen has joined me to talk about his experiences managing cultural change in M&A environments.In today's podcast, we unpack our thoughts that culture is a leadership responsibility and that it is the culmination of many different aspects that make up corporate culture. Everything from rewards and recognition, communication style (internal and external) your approach to innovation, and lots more. So much so that Anirvan and his team have d...

2022-10-0637 min

Diploma-C Anirvan Sen - Dealing with Change in M&AAnirvan Sen is an experienced leadership and strategy advisor with 25+ years senior management experience across Europe, APAC, South Asia, Middle-East & Africa, and the US with some of the world’s largest companies. He has a strong track record of leading, mentoring and advising senior business leaders with growth, mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and transformation initiatives. Anirvan Sen has founded Fifth Chrome and Roundtableinsights and mentored dozens of start-ups and scale-ups.

2022-06-3032 min

Sales Today Anirvan Sen - Selling in the Gulf: Respect RelationshipsThis is a special series tailored for people working and selling in the region to discuss some of the unique challenges it presents. We talk about what is different about selling in the area and what the best companies and salespeople do to adapt. Anirvan talks about why many Western companies fail when even when great opportunities present themselves. He underlines the importance of relationships and how the region not having a singular culture makes this more complex. Patience is a virtue and this is particularly important when conducting business where personal and professional are so closely entwined. 'Slow...

2022-06-2719 min

Risk & Regulation Rundown Navigating Solvency II reform and the PRA’s insurance agenda - S3E10In this episode, we discuss the evolving prudential agenda in the insurance sector. Host Andrew Strange is joined by Sarah Watson, a Senior Manager in PwC’s Insurance Regulatory practice, and Anirvan Choudhury, a Senior Manager in our Financial Services Regulatory Insights Team. We talk about the UK’s Solvency II reform and what this will mean for insurers, their capital requirements, and their pricing. We also discuss the PRA’s priorities as set out in its business plan, including operational resilience, climate risk and diversity and inclusion, and how these will impact insurers. You can contact our spe...

2022-06-2321 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - E14 : M&A Stories regarding Pitching for Fund Raising and Investments with James ChurchThis is a video podcast on M&A Stories regarding Pitching for Fund Raising and Investments with James Church Show Notes: Pitching is one of the entrepreneur's most powerful tools, especially for fundraising and investments. In this session, James Church talks about how to make your pitch highly impactful for your business. He talks about his book called Investable Entrepreneur where he mentions a 6-Principles of creating a perfect pitch (Plan, Projection, Structure, Content, Clarity, and Design). What is the mismatch in pitching between founders and investors? Investors look for Risks, Proofs, Assets...

2022-05-3038 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - E13: M&A Stories in the Small and Medium-size Integrations with Aaron WhitingThis is a podcast on M&A Stories in the Small and Medium-size Integrations with Aaron Whiting Show Notes: Integrations in the SME and mid-market are quite different from large-scale mergers and integrations. Learn how integrations are managed in this space especially owned by private equities or venture capital. In this episode, Aaron discusses integrations of companies where the revenue ratio is about 1:5 or greater i.e. where the acquiring company is greater than or equal to five times the size of the company that is being acquired. Two ways to design integration in...

2022-05-0449 min

Aarthik Abhiyan Podcast Nepal has a very proactive regulator | Mr. Anirvan Ghosh Dastidar - CEO, Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited.Nepal has a very proactive regulator | Mr. Anirvan Ghosh Dastidar - CEO, Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited.

2022-03-2539 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - E12: M&A Stories in the Life Sciences and Healthcare industry with Olivier JarryThis is a podcast on M&As in the Life Sciences and Healthcare industry with Olivier Jarry. Show Notes: M&A as a strategy is quite significant in the life sciences business. In the past, pharma and info device companies would engage universities and educational institutes to develop new innovations. Now, with unprecedented connectivity in the business world, the world of M&A has become sophisticated. It is no longer seen just as a strategic buy but interestingly, companies are buying scale-up businesses to address FOMO (fear of missing out). Most of the...

2022-03-0751 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - E11: M&A Stories on Joint Ventures comparison with M&As with Ivan GolubicThis is a podcast on Joint Ventures comparison with M&As with Ivan Golubic. Show Notes: Comparing and Contrasting JVs (Joint Ventures) and M&As (Mergers and Acquisitions). The concept of the transaction is very similar between JVs and M&As. You go through the same assessment, due diligence, and planning exercises. The biggest difference is that JVs are relationship-based. It is not won-and-done. It is two independent parties who work together for a common purpose and goes over many years (planning, running, and dissolving). JVs like M&As are also susc...

2022-01-2539 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights M&A Mini-Series 5/5 : M&A Post-Merger Integration Introduction Training AudioThis is the 5th part of the Introduction training audio on M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) Post-Merger Integration. In the 5th part, we cover the following: - Depth of Integration - Major Events ---------- The 5-part series is a quick-starter for people who are interested in M&A integration as a subject and want to pursue a career in this field. Or you already have been in this field and want to increase your awareness about this subject. The 5-part touches upon key elements of M&A...

2022-01-1208 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights M&A Mini-Series 4/5 : M&A Post-Merger Integration Introduction Training AudioThis is the 4th part of the Introduction training audio on M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) Post-Merger Integration. In the 4th part, we cover the following: - Integration Management Office (IMO) - Change Management - Culture ---------- The 5-part series is a quick-starter for people who are interested in M&A integration as a subject and want to pursue a career in this field. Or you already have been in this field and want to increase your awareness about this subject. The 5-part touches upon...

2022-01-1213 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights M&A Mini-Series 3/5 : M&A Post-Merger Integration Introduction Training AudioThis is the 3rd part of the Introduction training audio on M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) Post-Merger Integration. In the 3rd part, we cover the following: - Integration Planning - Communication ---------- The 5-part series is a quick-starter for people who are interested in M&A integration as a subject and want to pursue a career in this field. Or you already have been in this field and want to increase your awareness about this subject. The 5-part touches upon key elements of M&A integration including...

2022-01-1209 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights M&A Mini-Series 2/5 : M&A Post-Merger Integration Introduction Training AudioThis is the 2nd part of the Introduction training audio on M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) Post-Merger Integration. In the 2nd part, we cover the following: - Stages of M&A Lifecycle - Synergies ---------- The 5-part series is a quick-starter for people who are interested in M&A integration as a subject and want to pursue a career in this field. Or you already have been in this field and want to increase your awareness about this subject. The 5-part touches upon key elements of M...

2022-01-1210 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights M&A Mini-Series 1/5 : M&A Post-Merger Integration Introduction Training AudioThis is the 1st part of the Introduction training audio on M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) Post-Merger Integration. In the 1st part, we cover the following: - Integration Planning - Communication ---------- The 5-part series is a quick-starter for people who are interested in M&A integration as a subject and want to pursue a career in this field. Or you already have been in this field and want to increase your awareness about this subject. The 5-part touches upon key elements of M&A integration including the fo...

2022-01-1208 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - E10 : M&A Stories on Innovation in M&A and Integration with Toby TesterThis is a podcast on innovation in M&A and integration with Toby Tester. Innovation plays a very central role in many mergers and acquisitions. Thanks to the rapidly changing world of digital technology, the importance of innovation in recent times have increased tenfold. But what exactly is innovation? And what does it mean in the broader M&A context? Toby Tester says that innovation is one of those words that get so heavily used, it has become a bit of a cliché these days. Simply put, innovation is “doing something new in a different way” t...

2022-01-1141 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - E9 : M&A Stories on Leveraging Agile in M&A and Integration with Kison PatelThis is a podcast on leveraging the agile approach in M&A and integration with Kison Patel. The initial conversation was centered around due diligence. Most companies use excel trackers for diligence. The problem with the approach is that when you need to place follow-on questions, clarification questions, and try to communicate with the excel tracker, this can turn into a disaster. Later, Kison also talks about his book on Agile M&A and mentions what inspired him to write this book and how he went about actually writing it. He mentions his discussions with Ja...

2021-11-1944 min

Jyoshna - From Nothingness To Empowerment 338/365 The Magic of Being in the Flow: From Punk to DJ'ing to Kiirtan - An Interview with DJ Anirvan Deva from Aotearoa, New ZealandAnirvan Deva's music is a genuine revolution of the heart. To get there, he went through being in a punk band, to DJ'ing, to breaking down, to kiirtan and meditation to Dj'ing again but in a new style. The sequence of events that happened transformed his life completely. He created a unique style of blended world music, deep beats and bass, sound textures, mantra and the spoken word, a kind of emotional story telling. With this he sends inspiration to his live and online audience. Anirvan shares some kiirtan stories and a remix at the end. Listen to his...

2021-10-1543 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - Ep8: M&A Stories on Importance of Technology in M&A Integration with Hutton HenryInterview on "M&A Stories on Importance of Technology in M&A Integration" with Hutton Henry Show Notes: M&A Integrations most often miss out on the “people” element. And if you miss this early in the integration process, it tends to come back and hurt you in a much bigger way. Cultural sensitivity is a key part of any integration especially if it is an international acquisition. Left unaddressed it can quickly turn into animosity amongst people from the acquired company towards the acquiring company. As a result, other projects during the inte...

2021-09-1645 min

Solidarity Is This Solidarity: 20 Years Later, We Look Back and Chart A Path ForwardOn the 20th anniversary of 9/11, Deepa Iyer and guests Kalia Abiade, Anirvan Chatterjee and Sahar Pirzada share reflections and provide insights for where we go from here.

2021-09-1231 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - Ep7: M&A Stories on business strategies on growth and importance of integration with Dirk HendrickxInterview on "M&A Stories on business strategies on growth and importance of integration" with Dirk Hendrickx Show Notes: Mergers and Acquisitions can play a big part in the growth strategies of companies but it is the integration where you actually create the value. Companies need to start thinking about aspects of integration even before the due diligence process. Companies shouldn’t have M&A as the only strategy. However, M&A can help accelerate growth, it can help to enter a new country and help acquire talent. Markets that are evolving fast hav...

2021-08-1233 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - Ep6: M&A Stories on importance of integration management tools in M&A with Dharmendra SinghInterview on "M&A Stories on importance of integration management tools in M&A" with Dharmendra Singh Show Notes: M&A Integrations have a lot of challenges so when Dharmendra came out of a corporate job, he decided to address some of those issues. Integration processes in many organizations are not harmonized or don’t get shared between different teams. Even if there is a playbook, deployment and tracking always remain a challenge. Integration management tools are not necessarily underrated but the industry still lacks awareness about the tool. Moreover, companies are concerned about...

2021-07-2439 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - Ep5: M&A Stories on importance of value creation and post-merger integration with Pirita NäkkäläjärviInterview on "M&A Stories on importance of value creation and post-merger integration" with Pirita Näkkäläjärvi Show Notes: Getting a perspective from an M&A (pre-deal closing) practitioner on their perspective on post-merger integration. Organizations tend to overlook the integration side of things. In fact, it is hardly given any importance in the pre-deal stage in most instances. Often only one page is dedicated for post-merger integration. New value either does not get created or the existing value gets destroyed. Values are primarily attributed to synergies in the acqui...

2021-07-1546 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - Ep4 : M&A Stories from Leadership and Cultural Perspective with Richard A. VincentInterview on "M&A Stories from Leadership and Cultural Perspective" with Richard A. Vincent Show Notes: A large number of uncertainties in M&A happen due to cultural differences e.g. when a Dutch company buys an Asian company. Leadership can define the strategy but leadership also defines the culture. How do people behave? How do people act together as a team? Do they operate in siloes or do they act as a cohesive leadership team? Culture is usually an afterthought and most often, the effort for cultural integration is highly underestimated. Cul...

2021-06-2233 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - Ep3: M&A Stories from HR, People and Cultural Perspective with Dr Klint C. KendrickInterview on "M&A Stories from HR, People, and Cultural Perspective" Show Notes: Overall 70% of M&A deals fail as per Harvard Business Review. When these deals fail, the impact of these failures tends to be in millions of dollars. They affect employees, leaders, other staff members, contractors as well as communities. A significant number of them can be attributed to people, organization, and cultural issues. This means it is important that these issues are addressed up-front during an integration before it is too late. People, organization, and culture risks can...

2021-06-1344 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - Ep2 : M&A Stories from International and Cross-Cultural Acquisitionsinterview on "M&A Stories from International and Cross-Cultural Acquisitions". Understanding culture and international business practices are key to a successful cross-border M&A transaction. In this interview, Greg Meseck shares it all on how international M&A transactions must be handled, what pitfalls must organizations be looking for, and most importantly, how you can learn from his experience to avoid these costly mistakes. Greg Meseck is an Executive Advisor - M&A, Finance and Value-Creation Expert. In the past, he has worked with EY, Pepsico, Alvarez and Marsal, and KPMG. In t...

2021-04-0653 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S2 - Ep1 : Why is Culture the Biggest Uncertainty in M&A Integration?Interview on "Why is Culture the biggest uncertainty in M&A Integration?". Culture is often the biggest hurdle to conduct an M&A Integration. But what is culture? Some people term it "the way we work here". While it may sound simple but in reality, it is a combination of several elements. In this interview, Karunesh Prasad, Founder and CEO, Change Et Al, delves deep into what culture is and how organizations must approach cultural integration. Show Notes: While there are commonalities amongst integration, each M&A has its own uniquenes...

2021-03-1655 min

Risk & Regulation Rundown Risk & Regulation Rundown S2E5 - Insurance: Tackling climate and reforming Solvency IIIn this episode, we discuss the regulatory landscape for insurers, from the impact of climate change, to upcoming changes to the prudential rules. Regular host Andrew Strange is joined by Rod Bryn-Hussey, a Director in PwC’s Insurance Risk and Regulation practice, and Anirvan Choudhury, a Senior Manager in PwC’s Regulatory Insights team. We cover how the climate change agenda is impacting insurers, what the UK’s review of Solvency II means for firms, and how competing regulatory priorities fit together.Please contact our speakers if you’d like to discuss any of the topics covered, at andre...

2020-12-1425 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S1 - Ep. 12: Is Artificial Intelligence really that intelligent?Video interview on "Is Artificial Intelligence really that Intelligent?". Artificial intelligence (AI) is being touted as the biggest technology game-changer of the current times. AI is supposed to change the world around us. Whether it is healthcare, aviation, traffic or business problems, AI seems to be the answer to all. Is that really true? Or is it just another statistical technology tool to get statistical solutions? Is it just a more novel way to drive automation? In this interview, Jasper speaks about how organizations must review their approach on AI. Show Notes: "Is...

2020-11-2149 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S1 - Ep.11 : How to Manage Knowledge in the 21st Century using ChatbotsInterview on How to "manage knowledge in the 21st century using chatbots in an organization". While chatbots are being used for a number of years, this interview focuses on KLoBot which is a Do-It-Yourself “no-code” Chatbot Builder platform. Any non-technical user can create a chatbot using KLoBot and deploy it for use on their favorite channel like Slack, Teams, SharePoint, Facebook, etc. (depending on target user audience and use case) In this interview, Ragav speaks about how organizations can easily adopt chatbots for managing their knowledge and information sharing systems. As it is artificial intelligence (AI), K...

2020-09-0939 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S1 - Ep.10 : Interview - Catapult to the Top Organizational Performance with Process MiningInterview on How to "Catapult to the top organizational performance with process mining" techniques. Process-mining is a process-based engineering discipline for managing, discovering, analyzing, and improving real processes by extracting information from event logs from ERPs, CRMs, and other information systems. Process mining can offer a significant number of opportunities to increase organizational, operational, and functional performances radically. Instead of the prevalent practice of pointing fingers to individuals and blame-game, process mining offers objective and fact-based insights to make informed decisions. A highly recommended tool for mid-to-large scale companies that are looking for business and digital transformation ...

2020-08-1136 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S1 - Ep.9 : Cloud computing is a must solution for businesses, No doubt!Interview on Why Cloud computing is a must solution for businesses, no doubt on that. Cloud computing is one of the front runners of digital transformation that is revolutionizing the business world. Enterprises are taking advantage of this highly flexible, agile, and business-enabling technology solution for all of their IT infrastructure needs. Whether you need digital storage, computing power, or temporary surge requirements, cloud computing gives you a huge array of selection. With players like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft vying for attention, the competition could not be more exciting. And who gets the benefit of the competition? I...

2020-07-3131 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S1 - Ep.8 : How to grow your company with Enterprise Artificial IntelligenceInterview of How to grow your company with Enterprise Artificial Intelligence. Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be one of the defining technologies of the coming decade. Enterprises across the globe must take heed and prepare themselves on how to adopt AI in their organization. Gone are the days when all the expertise could be developed and kept in-house. Now you need highly specialized companies to help you with your AI journey. This interview is one such specialized company that is helping clients to adopt AI across their enterprise. This interview "Anirvan in conversation with industry expert" is...

2020-07-2223 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S1 - Ep.7: How to improve business performance through Simple Automation and Flawless DataInterview of How to improve company performance through Simple Automation and Flawless Data. Technology is evolving rapidly all around us. Yet, all organizational performance improvements do not need sophisticated technology. In fact, many of the improvements can be achieved by simple tools but with a changed mindset. And that is the essence of "Simple Automation and Flawless Data". This interview "Anirvan in conversation with industry expert" is with Gonzalo Arribasplata, a well-known expert on Simple Automation and Flawless Data. Gonzalo is an efficiency advisor specialized in administrative process solutions. He works as an inde...

2020-07-0937 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S1 - Ep.6 : How to accelerate performance through cloud documentation (with Walter Bril)Interview of How to accelerate performance through cloud documentation, process knowledge management, and inter-enterprise wide collaboration. In the digital, multi-party world, one of the key pain points continues to be document and process-knowledge management platforms that can be easily shared and collaborated upon. This interview "Anirvan in conversation with industry expert" is with Walter Bril, a well-known expert on process knowledge management. Walter is an acclaimed evangelist of elements.cloud for process knowledge management, inter-company collaboration, change management, and cloud-based documentation and metadata management. He has helped a number of companies to create a hi...

2020-07-0234 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights S1 - Ep5. How to create a high-performance company with digital innovation (Adi Mazor Kario)Interview of How to create a high-performance company with digital innovation. This interview "Anirvan in conversation with industry expert" is with Adi Mazor Kario, a well-known expert on digital innovation. Adi has helped a number of companies to create a high-performance future and lead in their market. She helps in accelerating product design and go-to-market strategy with the most experienced professionals in the field, using the most up-to-date methodologies only found in companies like Facebook, Google, Uber, or Airbnb. Adi Mazor Kario: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adimazorkario/ Contact Adi to know m...

2020-06-2650 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights Ep.4 - How to create a high-performance Blockchain organization (Interview)Interview of How to create a high-performance Blockchain organization. ***Discount offer below in the message*** This is part of the "Anirvan in conversation with industry expert" interview series. In this episode, we interview Paul Bessems, a well-known expert on Blockchain organizing. Blockchain Organizing is a combination of a fundamentally new organization model (Weconomics) with a disruptive organization technology (blockchain technology), to address challenges like purpose of work, productivity, privacy, propaganda, power en process efficiency. Blockchain Organizing is a more efficient way of organizing supply and demand than the traditional firm, non-transparent markets, and gove...

2020-06-1740 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights Ep.3 - In conversation with Eduardo Gomez Ruiz, Expert on UX ResearchThis is an interview with Eduardo Gomez Ruiz on user experience or UX. This specific episode is based on UX can be used to create a defining competitive edge in today's digital age. Based on Eduardo's experience in Uber and other organizations, he talks about various aspects that organizations need to keep in mind while embarking on their own journeys. Eduardo's answers provide unique insights. He talks about using an RFC (Request for Comment) instead of ROI (Return on Investment) model, being aware of breaking the glass using Agile principles while approaching UX and how to b...

2020-06-0751 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights Ep.2 - In conversation with Lakshmi Venkat Vemuganti, Expert - Blockchain in Supply-ChainInterview with an industry expert, Lakshmi Venkat on how to innovate in the digital world using Blockchain in an Industry-Value-Chain. The world of supply-chain is filled with challenges whether due to fraud of spare parts, expensive shipping delays, maintaining over-size inventories, wrong administration of vaccines, fake medicine, and the list goes on. The mother of all challenges would the blame game across different parties. Businesses struggle to maintain a consistent cordial relationship with their customers, suppliers, and other parties across an industry value-chain or sometimes referred to as the supply chain. This is due to a l...

2020-05-2339 min

Fifth Chrome Business Insights Ep.1 - In conversation with Nico Eggert, Expert - Digital Co-creationInterview with Nico Eggert, Expert on Digital Innovation through Co-Creation. The current COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the need to transact businesses in the digital world. Most non-native digital businesses are woefully unprepared to conduct business in the current crisis. The world is not going to be the same again when we emerge from the crisis. There will be a NEW NORMAL. And Digital 2.0 (anytime, anywhere interconnected app world) will be the core of this new normal. Is your business prepared for it? Have you evolved to the Digital 2.0 generation? More importantly, do you have the RIGH...

2020-05-0852 min

Kali Mandir Satsang Swami Chetanananda - JapaRevered Swami Chetananandaji Maharaj of the St. Louis Vedanta Society discuses japa, the meditative repetition of mantra. Swamiji reads from an untranslated book by the saint Sri Anirvan.

2020-02-231h 10

M&A Science Focusing Less on Cost Synergies to Increase Value CreationKison speaks with Anirvan Sen, the Founder and Managing Director of Fifth Chrome, a professional advisory firm that specializes in M&A integration and operational growth. In this podcast, they discuss creating deal value by focusing more on growth capabilities and revenue synergies than cost synergies.

2019-12-1857 min

East Bay Yesterday EBY Q&A: Taking South Asian history to the streetsHow can history be used to challenge hate crimes? For the past 7 years, Barnali Ghosh and Anirvan Chatterjee have been exploring questions like this through their Berkeley South Asian Radical History Walking Tours. This episode covers some of the tour’s highlights and discusses the unpredictable nature of turning public streets into a classroom. Listen now to hear about the first South Asian LGBTQ publication, an influential anti-colonial movement, housing discrimination battles, and what Barnali and Anirvan think about Asians now outnumbering white people in Alameda County. To see photos and links related to this story, visit: https://eastbayyesterday.com/ep...

2019-06-2732 min

WiseUp TX The History of Solidarity Between South Asian American and African AmericansIn honor of Black History Month, it is important to learn about the many struggles the African American community faced during the Civil Rights movement and how it impacted the South Asian community. If the Civil Rights movement never happened, most South Asians wouldn't even be in America. I interviewed Anirvan Chatterjee, the founder of BlackDesiSecretHistory.org, to learn about the history of solidarity between the two communities and what the South Asian community can do to better overcome anti-black sentiment. Tune in to learn more!

2019-02-2530 min

Ondazzurra‘s Podcast 128. Intervista Antonio Scardi alias DJ Anirvan DevaAntonio, imperiese di nascita e bolognese d’adozione, dal 2011 vive in NZ con la sua compagna australiana. Si occupa prevalentemente di musica, e come DJ Anirvan Deva suona in festival ed eventi alcool free e inerenti allo Yoga. Da dieci anni pratica la meditazione e uno stile di vita vegano. Ci parla della sua pratica di yoga, della sua attività di DJ e del programma radiofonico che conduce “Beneath The Surface”. Con la sua musica cerca una connessione profonda che “possa muovere il corpo, stimolare la mente e magari riempire il cuore”. Ondazzurra è in diretta ogni domenica alle 11.20 su...

2019-02-1630 min

Chaivory Tower Grad School, It's Our Funeral! Plus, South Asian Activism ft. Barnali Ghosh & Anirvan ChatterjeeTopics in this episode:This week we're talking about South Asian activism with the brilliant and inspiring co-curators of the South Asian Radical History Walking Tour, Barnali Ghosh and Anirvan Chatterjee. Also, Zainab learns a new white idiom.1. Congrats Mrs. and Mr. Priyanka Chopra (Beginning two minutes)2. Noah Centineo from To All The Boys I Loved Before is Zainab's spicy white fave with hot privilege (2:00- 5:39)3. Some thoughts on Crazy Rich Asians (5:40 to 11:23 spoilers at 7:09-7:20)4. Lana Del Rey and her big Zionist energy and bizarre tweet (she canceled her...

2019-02-1633 min

American Desis Podcast Barnali Ghosh & Anirvan Chatterjee- Our Radical HistoryThere is a narrative of our community as being apolitical and somewhat isolationistic since we have gotten to this country. This is supported by our voter turnout in election, and the large scale hesitance to get involved in causes supporting other minority communities. Well, that actually does not speak to the roots of our South Asian American history. Actually, many of us don't even know our community was here before 1965. Well thankfully, Barnali Ghosh and Anirvan Chatterjee joined our show to put our heads straight. We drove up to Berkeley, California and partook in their Berkeley South Asian Radical...

2016-10-2640 min

Radio – Sarika D. Mehta Anirvan Chatterjee & Barnali Ghosh: Intersecting Black History and South Asian American HistoryAnirvan Chatterjee doing street theatre of anti-Emergency protests. Photo by Ravi Shankar We’re closing out Black History Month and I wanted to feature another set of superstar Bay Area activists who have invested in recognizing our community’s history as a result of the Civil Rights Movement.

2016-03-0100 min

Sarika D. Mehta » Podcast Anirvan Chatterjee & Barnali Ghosh: Intersecting Black History and South Asian American HistoryAnirvan Chatterjee doing street theatre of anti-Emergency protests. Photo by Ravi Shankar We’re closing out Black History Month and I wanted to feature another set of superstar Bay Area activists who have invested in recognizing our community’s history as a result of the Civil Rights Movement.

2016-03-0100 min