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Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.From Burnout to 17M Views: How Catherine Built Friday Club with AuthenticityHow do you go from burnout to building a platform with 17M+ views?Catherine Marie Pun, co-founder of Friday Club, shares her journey from quitting a corporate journalist career to creating content that actually resonates.We talk about staying authentic in a noisy world, bringing fresh perspectives and building a diverse team, tackling mental health and reaching Gen Z without the fluff.Content:(00:59) Meet Catherine, Co-founder of Friday Club(04:03) Building a Diverse and Creative Team(06:29) Taking the Leap: Quitting Corporate for Entrepreneurship(08:29) The...2025-06-2542 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.He Turned a Love for Whisky into a Thriving BusinessEver had a business idea that just felt right?In this episode, I chat with Rickesh Kishnani, the co-founder of Rare Whisky Holdings — a serial entrepreneur who turned his passion for whisky into a booming investment company.But this story isn’t just about spirits — it’s about trusting your gut, learning from setbacks and building something meaningful.What you’ll hear:The importance of testing business ideasThe art of finding balanceWhat 9/11 and the 2008 crisis taught himHow women are changing the whisky gameWhether you're into entre...2025-06-1850 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.The Money Episode: Pricing, Cash Flow & Lessons Every Entrepreneur Learns the Hard WayHow do you price your services with confidence — and actually get paid what you're worth?In this special medley episode, 3 Asian entrepreneurs share real lessons about money, pricing and financial stability in business.You’ll hear:💰 How to set your pricing & why it impacts how people see your brand📊 Tips for managing cash flow⚖️ Balancing ambition and financial fearWhether you’re a new founder or scaling your business, this episode will help you feel less alone in your money journey.Content:...2025-06-1118 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.She Left Corporate, Built a Design Firm — and Did It Her WayWhat does it really take to build a creative and sustainable business that feels true to you?In this episode of Asian Business Owners, I chat with Rowena Gonzales, founder of Liquid Interiors, interior design company in Hong Kong.Rowena opened up about her 16-year journey as an entrepreneur that started after she quit her job in corporate to leading a purpose-driven interior design firm.Things we talk about:Do you need to find your niche to succeed?Mastering your finances for steady business growthEmbracing sustainability and creativity as...2025-06-0443 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - The Moment She Redefined What Design MeansWhat if interior design could do more than look good? Discover the surprising shift that changed my guest’s business game. She redefined what wellness means — and one bold move turned everything upside down. Episode coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-0201 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Building Treehouse: How Christian Created a Brand That Feels Like HomeWhat if success isn’t about the noise around you — but finally listening to yourself?In this episode of Asian Business Owners, I sat down with Christian Mongendre, founder of Treehouse.From being a top athlete to launching one of Hong Kong’s most loved plant-based restaurants, his path is all about alignment, intention and growth.We talked about what success really means, especially when things get hard, about creating a business that reflects who you are, about health, food, intuition — and finding your own rhythm in a world that’s always r...2025-05-2845 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - How To Built a Business That Feels GoodWhat does it truly mean to succeed—on your own terms?Is it about growth? Values? Or something deeper?Don't miss this upcoming episode of Asian Business Owners! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-2701 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.3 Real Entrepreneur Lessons I Learned From My GuestsIn this special episode of Asian Business Owners, I share 3 powerful lessons from top entrepreneurs in Asia.From launching a fashion retail business to leading an auction house or building a sustainable beauty brand, these founders reveal what it really takes to succeed.You’ll hear:#1 How to turn uncertainty into growth — with Ariane Zagury, Founder of Rue Madame Fashion Group#2 How sharp thinking and the right connections accelerate your rise — with Jonathan Crockett, Chairman at Phillips#3 How keep trying and listening to the market leads to someth...2025-05-2115 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - 3 Powerful Lessons From Top EntrepreneursListen to three powerful lessons from three entrepreneurs who joined me on Asian Business Owners to share their story.These aren’t just empty words — they’re honest and relatable insights drawn from real experience. Don't miss this special best-of episode, coming out soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-2000 minEntrepreneur Stories with Rasheed ShroffEntrepreneur Stories with Rasheed ShroffCarmen Salameh | Finding Your Voice And How To Get Comfortable Being UncomfortableIn this special crosspost episode, Rasheed sits down with fellow entrepreneur and friend Carmen Salameh, host of the Asian Business Owners (ABO) Podcast. They discuss their respective journeys, some of the lessons they’ve learned, and dive into how finding their voices and pushing the boundaries of their comfort zones with their podcasts has impacted them in business and in life.If you haven’t listened to Carmen before, check out the ABO podcast here to appreciate her insights and wisdom.Carmen’s LinkedIn Profile2025-05-1654 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.A Rare Behind-the-Scenes: What It Really Feels Like to Start OverThis is a special crossover episode with Carmen, founder of the Asian Business Owners podcast and Rasheed, founder of the Entrepreneur Stories podcast.We sat down for an honest and unfiltered conversation about what it really feels like to start over.From leaving the corporate world to building businesses from scratch, we talk about how we found our voices and how we embrace uncertainty.You might relate to the highs and the lows — and the inner growth that comes from stepping outside your comfort zone. Let us know what you th...2025-05-1454 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Finding Your VoiceA candid conversation about finding one's voice in the world of entrepreneurship. Overcoming fears, stepping out of comfort zones, reflecting on pivotal moments... Don't miss this special episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-1200 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.She Left Everything to Build a Skincare Brand — Here’s What No One Tells YouWhat does it really take to build a skincare brand from the ground up?In this episode of Asian Business Owners, Laurie Mias, founder of MONO Skincare — sustainability water-soluble skincare brand — shares her raw and inspiring journey.From leaving her old life behind to launching radical skincare prodcuts, she opens up about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.Breaking into the beauty industry is a hell of a challenge that comes with lots of struggle but also rewarding wins. An honest conversation and inspiring story for anyone building a brand and...2025-05-0750 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - She Risked It All for One Idea — Would You?She walked away from stability to chase one bold idea — but what does it really take to build something from scratch?Don't miss another powerful entrepreneur's story in the upcoming episode of Asian Business Owners! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-0601 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How to Build Confidence (While Building a Business)How do you build real confidence — especially when you're starting from scratch or switching careers?I talked to Jingjin Liu, founder of ZaZuZu, Education Platform for women, about her journey from corporate life to launching a mission-driven business that empowers women.Jingjin shares how she overcame self-doubt and still handles doubt, how she built confidence step by step and found her voice when she was in corporate in a male-dominated industry.Other topics we covered in this episode of Asian Business Owners:How to build confidence through small actionsPricing yo...2025-04-3048 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - How She Built Real ConfidenceWhat does it really take to walk away from a "safe" and "successful" career and build something meaningful? With my guest, we talked about battling doubt, finding real confidence and creating a business that empowers women — starting with herself. Episode coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2800 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.She Moved to Asia Pregnant and Jobless. Now She Runs 50 Fashion StoresFrom jobless and pregnant to fashion powerhouse in Asia.When Ariane Zagury moved to Hong Kong, she had no plan, no job, and was expecting her first child.But with determination and a vision, she built Rue Madame Fashion Group, which now operates over 50 fashion boutiques across Asia featuring iconic brands like American Vintage, Maje, Sandro, Claudie Pierlot, Sweat Betty and so on...In this episode of Asian Business Owners, Ariane shares her inspiring story of reinvention, what it really takes to thrive in Asia’s retail scene and the ke...2025-04-2336 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - From Fashion Dreams to Fashion Success in AsiaThis week I welcome a retail expert who'll give you valuable insights when it comes to master retail strategy, shops management and openings.Coming out soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2300 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.[KEY MOMENT] How Entrepreneurship Paved Jonathan Crockett’s Corporate ComebackIf you're currently running your own business, it doesn't mean you'll do it forever.Entrepreneurship can also be a stepping stone to your corporate career. This is what happened to Jonathan Crockett, Chairman of Phillips Auction House in Hong Kong.Content:(00:00) Returning to Corporate Life After Entrepreneurship(02:31) Balancing Flexibility and Responsibility(03:59) Quickfire Questions👉 To find out more:Phillips' website🎥 Follow A.B.O. Podcast also on YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@abopod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-1707 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.From CEO of VISA to FemTech Founder: Maaike’s Mission to Empower Women’s HealthMaaike Steinebach ’s mission is to normalise the conversation on women’s health, sexual health and pleasure for women in Asia. In this episode, we explore the world of FemTech and Maaike’s transition from corporate leadership as the CEO of Visa to her entrepreneurial journey as the founder of Femtech Future. Get insights into the gender health gap and the rise of Femtech (and what Femtech actually entails). Don’t miss our conversation on the stigmas surrounding women’s health and women entrepreneurs. Content:(01:10) Defining FemTech(02:53) Maai...2025-04-0948 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Bridging the Gender Health GapTaking the leap: leaving the corporate world and C-suite job to jump into entrepreneurship to make an impact in women's health. Coming soon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-0701 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.From Elite Athlete to Art World Leader: Jonathan Crockett’s Journey to the Top of PhillipsDive into the world of high-stakes art with Jonathan Crockett, Chairman of Phillips auction house in Hong Kong.From elite athlete to auction powerhouse, we discuss Jonathan’s competitive streak, his vision for art and the future trends he foresees. Discover how Jonathan transformed Phillips into a major player in the auction world, attracting a growing number of young Asian art enthusiasts. Content:(00:40) Two Lies and a Truth about Jonathan (02:07) The Competitive Streak(03:58) Understanding Auction Buyers(05:13) Luxury Items and Market Trends(08:13...2025-04-0235 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - The Art of the DealThe fourth and last episode of the Art Talks series to end the Art Month in Hong Kong. DISCLAIMER: This upcoming episode is very special as it'll be the 50th episode of Asian Business Owners AND I've invited a special guest! Coming very soon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-3101 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.I Moved to Asia Without a Plan. Art Gave Me Purpose — Laure Raibaut, Art CuratorIn this third episode of the Art Talks Series, join us as we explore Laure’s captivating journey through the art world. An acclaimed art curator and founder of Nissa Bella Art Management, Laure is a wealth of knowledge.Laure is full lof surprises and passionate. She has a comprehensive vision as she studied archaeology, Chinese antique art and political science. She worked at prestigious auction houses and museums and lived in France, Beijing and Hong Kong. Laure bridges cultures and perspectives, bringing a unique lens through which to view art. Tu...2025-03-2637 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Behind the Curator's LensThe third episode of the Art Talks Series in line with the Art Month.My guest is an expert in art history, archaeology, European and Asian art. We explore the cultural intricacies of art and the conversation is absolutely fascinating. Episode coming out soon, stay tuned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2501 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.From Africa to Asia: How Travel Led Jeremy Weltmann to the Heart of the Art WorldIn this second episode of my Art Talks series in line with Art Basel and Art Central in Hong Kong, I sat down with Jeremy Weltmann, Director of the global art gallery Over The Influence and founder of Twenty Cinco — art gallery and events.We explore Jeremy's experiences living across continents, learning from different cultures and challenging his own beliefs.Key topics:The intricacies of the art industryCraftsmanship versus artThe future of artistic movements influenced by technologyContent:(00:50) Jeremy's Role and Life in Hong Kong...2025-03-1934 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Art Across CountriesThis is an upcoming episode of my Art Series, in line with Art Basel in Hong Kong. This week, I invited the Director of the global art gallery Over The Influence. He has a fascinating story, having lived a life full of adventures in several countries across different continents. We reflected on how to build strong connections, life philosophies and the role of beauty in art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1801 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.She Opened Her First Gallery at 17 — Now Magda Danysz Runs Art Galleries in Paris, Shanghai & LondonMeet Magda Danysz, owner of Danysz Gallery — present in Paris, Shanghai and London — art curator and art dealer.In this episode of my Art Series in line with Art Basel Hong Kong, we explore Magda's journey and influence, including her pivotal encounter with Leo Castelli who inspired her to found her gallery at just 17.Magda shares insights on contemporary art, the accessibility of art and the impact of new technologies like AI, along with her experiences running a business in Shanghai, China.This episode is perfect for art lovers, business owne...2025-03-1239 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - 1st Episode of My Art Series: Defining ArtI am launching this Art Series in line with Art Basel HK, featuring my first guest, a renowned gallery owner. She shares insights into her early inspirations, the role of stubbornness in driving success, and the impact of new technologies, such as AI, on contemporary art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1101 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.SNEAK PEEK - Upcoming Art Series for Art BaselWith Art Basel HK just around the corner, I'm excited to delve into the art industry with art professionals from different backgrounds. We'll explore the intersection of art and entrepreneurship.Join me this coming month for four captivating episodes, each featuring an art professional sharing their unique stories and visions for the future of art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1000 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.They Turn Leftover Bread into Beer — Here’s How 2 Students Are Fighting Food Waste with BreerDo you know Breer — craft beers made from breadcrumbs?For Naman Tekriwal, co-founder of Breer, sustainability isn't just empty words; it's a lifestyle that must make an impact. That's why along with co-founder Anushka Purohit, they had the revolutionary idea of turning leftover bread into beer, preventing tons of bread from being wasted.Naman shares his incredible story, which began at the young age of 13 when he founded his first business. He also reveals Breer's plans for expansion into Singapore and India, as well as...2025-03-0546 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - From Breadcrumb to Beer Do you wake up one day with the idea of transforming bread into beer?In this week's episode of Asian Business Owners, I sit down with a fascinating young serial entrepreneur running an innovative and sustainability-focused business with his co-founder.Hit the subscribe button not to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-0301 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.BEST OF: Business Mistakes We Don’t Talk About — Real Stories from Asian EntrepreneursHave you experienced the ups and downs of entrepreneurship? Whether it's ordering the wrong fabric for a first shipment, seeing figures decline after a business peak or replicating the same strategy for a new business and experiencing negative outcomes — my guests have shown true resilience.Listen to their stories and get inspired by real-life lessons.Content:(00:29) Special Episode Announcement(01:03) Learning From Mistakes: The Disastrous First Shipment(04:29) Navigating Retail & Market Challenges(07:51) Strike Back When Cash Flow Goes Down(9:49) Overcoming Fear of Public...2025-02-2614 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Mistakes, Challenges and ResilienceIn this upcoming Best Of episode, listen to the struggles, mistakes and challenges my business owners guests have been through and how they learned from it.Entrepreneurship is definitely not the easiest path, but probably the most fulfilling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-2500 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.From Pastry Chef to General Manager: Alexandre Talpaert's Journey with Eric Kayser in Hong KongListen to Alexandre Talpaert’s story, the General Manager of Eric Kayser, a global French bakery chain. As he seized opportunities along the way, Alexandre broadened his horizons. He worked in New York for Alain Ducasse, in London as a Pastry Chef and is now leading Eric Kayser in Hong Kong.Grab a snack and have a listen!Content:(01:47) Meet Alexandre: From Pastry Chef to General Manager(10:14) Challenges and Strategies in Managing Eric Kayser(17:35) The Art and Science of Bread Making(22:34) Quick Fire Qu...2025-02-1947 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Rolling Croissants and Leading TeamsMy guest runs a global bakery chain in Hong Kong. He shares a few turning points in his career and how he approaches leadership - that is something you learn, not something you were born with.Subscribe not to miss the next episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1700 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.She Built a PR Empire by Staying True to HerselfDo you master the art of communication? On a scale from 0 to 10 - 10 being Comms Master Level, where would you rate yourself?Join Kiri Sinclair, founder and CEO of Sinclair - a leading communications, marketing and PR agency in Hong Kong - as she reveals the essential ingredient for effective communication: authenticity.It may sound obvious but it’s easier said than done.We also discuss how to navigate change and new trends, engage with Gen Z and leverage AI’s impact on the industry.An episode that spre...2025-02-1245 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - The Power of Authentic CommunicationWhat's the impact of technological advances like AI on communication?How to maintain a positive mindset amidst constant change?How to handle crises and scandals as a comms expert? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1100 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.You Don’t Need More Time. This is What You Need.Do you feel pressured to fill every hour of your day and stay busy? Do you believe waking up at 5 AM and following a strict morning routine will make you more productive and successful?You’re not alone in facing common misconceptions about productivity.In this solo episode, we’ll debunk three productivity myths that can negatively impact our mental health and time management.Let’s leave self-guilt behind and lift the weight of constant productivity off our shoulders as we redefine what productivity truly means.🔔 Hit the subsc...2025-02-0515 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Breaking Productivity MythsWhat does a productive day look like to you? How do you assess your productivity? Stay tuned, a new solo episode is coming! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-0400 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.What 100+ Startup Pitches Taught Him About Success in AsiaIn this exciting episode, dive with me into the world of sports entrepreneurship in Asia with insights from Jean-Baptiste Roy, founder of Asia Sports Tech.How are leaders redefining the fitness industry and leveraging innovative sports tech to create new experiences? What’s the future of fitness and wellness in Asia? What to include in the “Lifestyle” vertical?😱 Don't miss the SPECIAL announcement of Kylian Mbappe's collaboration with an Asian lifestyle brand.Content:(00:00) Travel Adventures(04:15) Consumer and Market Trends in Asia(09:51) Personal Mission in the Sports...2025-01-2943 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - What the Future of Fitness & Wellness Looks Like in Asia?It's not only about the latest fitness & wellness trends, it's also about what shapes the future of it in Asia? How is it going to evolve? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-2700 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.She Turned Homemade Cakes Into a Successful Bakery in Hong KongJoin Alison, the passionate baker and founder of Dear Harley bakery, as she takes you on her fascinating hyper-realistic cakes world.She went viral on social media during COVID and had to wisely handle this post-viral moment followed by a difficult economic climate.Don't miss the heartfelt story that moved me about her father's resilience and success - definitely a role model for entrepreneurs.Content:(00:00) Going Viral During COVID(08:04) The Impact of Viral Success(11:53) Winning An International Cake Competition(15:55) Managing a Human-Sized Busi...2025-01-2345 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - When Passion for Cakes Goes ViralHave you ever imagined waking up one day and seeing thousands of notifications on Instagram? How would you react if your content suddenly became viral? What would you do? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-2000 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.[KEY MOMENT] The High Price of Excellence: Ego, Failure & Redemption in the KitchenWith 27 Michelin stars, the French Chef Olivier Elzer worked with the most famous Chefs, setting very high standards for himself and his team in the world of fine dining.Chef Olivier is also an entrepreneur managing 5 top-tier restaurants and ventured businesses. He shares his struggles and the times when he had to take a step back and put his ego behind.A key moment from our conversation, full episode also available.👉 To find out more:Olivier's ⁠website⁠Olivier's ⁠Instagram⁠Book a ta...2025-01-1810 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.27 Michelin Stars Later, He’s Still Looking To Achieve MoreJoin Chef Olivier Elzer, 27 Michelin-starred French Chef, as he shares his journey in Asia's culinary scene.He worked with the most famous Chefs (Pierre Gagnaire, Joel Robuchon…) and is now managing 5 top-tier restaurants across Hong Kong and Macau but as this wasn't enough, Chef Olivier has also ventured into entrepreneurship.Curious about balancing a fine dining Chef's life with business? Tune in to discover his story and the secrets to his success.Content:(00:00) Olivier's Impressive Career Journey(05:40) The Entrepreneurial Shift(08:56) Quickfire Questions with Olivier2025-01-1536 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Do You Have Admin-Phobia Like Me?⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.My goal is simple: grow my business while spending less on accounting, payroll and business secretary. Do you have the same goal?I found the perfect hassle free, digital, cheap and fast solution. It's so easy. You want to try it too? It's called Sleek.⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting and business secretary with Sleek. Get a $500 discount (for new & existing customers) with the code...2025-01-1501 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Michelin Star Chef and EntrepreneurWhat do you know about fine dining? How is it to manage high-end restaurants in Hong Kong? Can a Chef also be an ambitious entrepreneur founding his own ventures? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-1300 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.REPLAY - How Christian Talpo Built a 26-Restaurant Empire in Hong Kong – CEO of Pirata GroupWhat are the secrets behind Pirata's success in the competitive F&B scene in Hong Kong?Christian Talpo, CEO of Pirata Group, a group of restaurants, talks through the challenges they faced, the innovative strategies they employed and their passion for hospitality to thrive in one of the toughest markets in Asia.An inspiring journey about success and food for entrepreneurs.Content:(00:00) Pirata Group Overview(03:30) Challenges and Milestones of Pirata Group(08:30) Secrets to Success in Hong Kong's F&B Scene(12:05) Pirata Group's Uniq...2025-01-0931 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - An Episode About Food That You LovedWhat's the Food & Beverages (F&B) scene like in Hong Kong? What makes a restaurant successful over the years? What future trends to expect in the F&B market? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-0800 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.REPLAY - How Marco Galimberti Expanded Venchi Across Asia – CEO of Venchi APACMarco Galimberti, CEO of Venchi APAC, shares his journey of leading a Western brand in Asia.Discover the secrets behind Venchi's successful market entry in China, the importance to adapt to different cultures for global expansion and valuable insights into luxury confectionery.Whether you're an entrepreneur or simply curious about international business, have a listen!Content:(00:00) Marco's Background and Career(03:15) Adapting to Different Markets(15:32) China Market Entry Strategy(22:13) Global Confectionery Market Overview(26:00) Impact of Cocoa Prices and Climate Change(31...2025-01-0241 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - The Episode You Liked The MostHave you listened to that episode? It's pretty insightful, don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-3000 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Top 5 Podcasts to Inspire You This Holiday SeasonYou love listening to podcasts but don't know where to find the good ones?I have 5 podcast picks for you to listen to during your holiday (or not if you're working) - some are business podcast, some self-improvement and some just entertaining!Happy Holidays! 🎄Content: (00:00) Intro(03:12) Rec n°1: Love and Radio by QCODE(04:45) Rec n°2: Anything Goes by Emma Chamberlain(06:55) Rec n°3: Founders by David Senra(11:51) Rec n°4: How I Built This by Guy Raz(13:42) Rec n°5: The Food Chain by BBC2024-12-2615 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Top 5 Podcast Picks For Your HolidaysYou're looking for more exciting podcasts to listen to? I got you, I share 5 podcast recommendations with you in this solo episode coming out soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-2200 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Growing Up Asian, Speaking Up, and Finding Her Voice – with Isabel WongListen to Isabel Wong sharing her journey and thoughts on Asian Identity in a multicultural society .Discover how she navigated cultural expectations, racial biases and societal pressures to embrace her authentic self.A powerful episode about strength, courage and self-acceptance. Tune in to break your own barriers.Content:(00:00) Intro of Isabel Wong(06:32) Exploring Modern Asian Identities(12:14) Racism and Stereotypes(16:05) Career Evolution and Flexibility(20:47) Impact of COVID-19 on Racism(26:57) Entrepreneur, Business Owner, or Influencer?(40:41) The Rise of Asian...2024-12-1849 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - What Does Asian Identity Mean?What are the stereotypes around Asian communities? How have they evolved? What's taken into account when it comes to defining one's identity? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-1601 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How to Actually Win at Influencer Marketing in Asia – with Julien GaubertMy guest Julien Gaubert, partner at Ykone Agency, dives into the world of influencer marketing - a booming industry worth $20 billion in 2022.Discover how luxury brands leverage KOL (Key Opinion Leader) selection to enhance their strategies, what the pivotal role of AI is in marketing and the impact of social media influence on the next generations.Tune in to this episode, it might change your business approach.Content:(00:00) Intros(04:19) Julien's Role at Ykone(06:43) The Power of Social Media(20:55) Data-Driven Influencer Selection...2024-12-1145 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Are We In The Influencers Era?What do you know about influencers? How much do they earn? How to become an influencer? Who they work with? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-0900 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How to Reflect on Your Year (Without Overthinking It)You're a business owner? What tools and what questions do you ask yourself to assess the year?In this solo episode of A.B.O., I guide you and share with you the right questions, examples and my end-of-the-year review for my business.Grab a pen and a piece paper to take notes and have a clear vision to start the new year.Content(03:29) Reflecting on 2024 Achievements(05:35) Lessons Learned in 2024(10:41) Envisioning 2025(16:44) Conclusion and Holiday Wishes🎥 Follow A.B.O. Podcast...2024-12-0516 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - What Was 2024 Like For Your Business? Let's Take a Step BackDo you take time every year to reflect on what has happened? To pinpoint what you did well, what you learned and what you'll do differently in the coming year?New solo episode to recap 2024 and plan 2025 coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-0400 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.She Grew Up Following the Rules — Then Built a Global Network for Women EntrepreneursComing from a traditional Chinese family and becoming an ambitious woman running a meaningful business that empowers other women: in a nutshell, that’s Anna’s story.Anna Wong founded Female Entrepreneurs Worldwide (FEW), a network of women entrepreneurs and executives with more than 50,000 members worldwide.Anna’s traditional background might resonates with you if you’re an Asian listener. She shares about her mom and how she influenced her in her journey.We also chatted about ambition, how to make money from a community and the part role models and ment...2024-11-2828 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - A Profitable Worldwide Network of EntrepreneursA loyal community is way more valuable than you think, it can actually be the base of a business model.Episode coming soon, stay tuned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-2500 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Do You Have Admin-Phobia Like Me? If Yes, I Have What You NeedIs your goal same as mine: Spending less on accounting, payroll and business secretary? I found the perfect solution for me. It's hassle free, digital, cheap, fast and so easy. You want to try too? It's called Sleek.Get a HK$500 discount (for new & existing customers) with the code AF329612.Visit https://sleek.com/hk?ref=yzqzzdk⁠ and click "Find out more" and "Contact Us" or click directly "Book a free consultation" with the Sleek team.⁠To contact their team: support@sleek.comTo l...2024-11-2201 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Climbing the Corporate Ladder to Lead an Organic Beauty Brand – CEO Nathaëlle Davoust’s StoryHow to lead the future of organic skincare? How to choose beauty products that are right for you avoiding the trap of latest beauty trends?Nathaëlle Davoust, CEO of Melvita, tells us that what you put on your skin, what you eat and your lifestyle have a direct impact on your physical and mental health.Listen to Nathaëlle's journey to the top of the organic beauty industry. Discover her secrets to achieving work-life balance, staying healthy and grounded and don't miss her essential skincare tips.Content:(02:51) Me...2024-11-2132 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - The CEO of A Global Beauty BrandHow to reach a top position? How to truly understand the market? And how to juggle family life and work when you're a CEO? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-1900 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.He Started a Social Enterprise in Uni — Then Faced the Harsh Truth About RetailRunning a Social Enterprise doesn't mean you're perfect but at least you're trying to achieve something meaningful while making profits.Terence skipped the corporate stage and went directly into entrepreneurship. He shares the challenges and triumphs of being a young entrepreneur and conveys a modern vision of sustainability and social enterprises.Listen to our chat and learn more about the ways to educate the populations and raise awareness around sustainability and social impact.Content:(02:44) Founding Green Price(08:30) Early Struggles and Learnings(14:46) Balancing Profit and Soc...2024-11-1339 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Running A Social EnterpriseWhat's a social enterprise? What's the business with a "normal business"? Stay tuned, coming soon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-1100 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Balancing Chaos and Clarity as an Entrepreneur With Adrien Barthel, Founder of Sleek, Company Secretary & Accounting Platform⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.After a poor experience with an accountant, Adrien turned his frustration into a profitable business to solve a problem many business owners face: admin and paperwork. Adrien founded Sleek in 2017 in Singapore, got a $25 million fundraise in 2021, expanded the business in Hong Kong, the UK and Australia, serving 16,000 clients.Listen to our deep chat about the ability to balance what he called "artistic chaos" and organised milestones and business plan...2024-11-0739 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Breaking Norms with Uncensored Art, The Work of Claudia Chanhoi, Artist⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.Is an artist also a business owner? Should art be seen as a profitable business?Listen to Claudia Chanhoi, an artist between London and Hong Kong. She explores and challenges societal norms around sexuality and body image through cheeky illustrations. We chatted about the blend of art and business, her first solo exhibition, the commercial projects she's involved in and whether luck exists or not.Tune in for an authentic conversation that'll get you...2024-10-3146 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.[InvestHK x ABO] Hong Kong: A Place to Set Up, Scale and Expand Startups with Jayne Chan, Head of StartMeUp HK, Government Agency⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.[In collaboration with InvestHK and StartMeUp HK]What's it like to expand a startup in Hong Kong? What are the opportunities to seize, is it expanding to the Great Bay Area? How to make the most of a unique global financial hub?Deep dive into Hong Kong's startup ecosystem with Jayne Chan, Head of StartMeUp HK at InvestHK. Understand how InvestHK helps startup founders set up, scale and expand in Hong Kong. Explore innovative startups, insp...2024-10-2146 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How Can Small Businesses Access Funding? With Jenny Au and Wilson Tai, the Founders of FundFluent, Online Service Platform⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.How can small businesses access funding? What strategies to follow? And what's considered a small business?Jenny and Wilson are the founders of FundFluent, an online platform that assists small businesses in securing funding, including grants and loans. They share how they've helped businesses access over $35 million since they started FundFluent in 2020. Sharpening your pitch and increasing sales are not the only elements that'll help you access funding. 2024-10-171h 00Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Why Leave the 'Perfect' Job? Find Your True Career with Jennifer Ong, Founder of Ctrl Alt Career, Coaching Programme⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.Your family expects from you to get a stable corporate job or be a doctor or banker? This episode is for you.Jennifer Ong left a 'perfect-on-paper' job to take a bumpy road: entrepreneurship.Listen to Jennifer's story and the bold choices she made to eventually found Ctrl Alt Career, a career coaching programme. You might consider exploring and redefining your career path too! 2024-10-1048 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Ignoring Asia: a Billion-Dollar Mistake for Global Brands, Marco Galimberti, CEO of Venchi APAC, Gelato & Chocolate Worldwide Brand⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.How to navigate success in APAC as a Western company? Marco Galimberti, CEO of Venchi APAC, looks back on his journey that started in Italy and brought him to Hong Kong, where he thrives to expand Venchi's presence.With Marco, we reflected on the challenges that go with a premium confectionery brand having multiple points of sale across many countries. Adaptability, cultural diversity, specific mark...2024-10-0343 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.From Dreams to Dough: Gregoire Michaud's Journey with Bakehouse, Artisanal Bakery in Hong Kong⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.How to make bakery shops a must-go place with endless lines of customers every day?That’s what I asked Gregoire Michaud, the founder of Bakehouse, artisanal bakery in Hong Kong. From wholesale bakery to popular retail shops, Gregoire shares the pivotal moments that shaped his business, the secret to creating an exceptional customer experience and the ambitious expansion plans, he and his partner Fred have, in Asia Pacific and be...2024-09-2634 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Running 26 Restaurants in Hong Kong With Christian Talpo, CEO of Pirata Group, F&B Group in Hong Kong⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.The test is simple: either your restaurant is successful or you shut it down only a few months after opening it. In this episode, understand how Christian Talpo, CEO of Pirata Group, manages to reach sustainable success for the 26 restaurants of the group. What's the secret sauce to remain a significant F&B (Food & Beverage) actor for more than 10 years? How to keep innovating while maintaining a high quality serv...2024-09-1933 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Turning a Health Problem Into a Global Business With Joyce Lau, Founder of NakedLab, Bedding Brand⭐️ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: You need accounting and business secretary services? Get a $500 discount. Read more below.Joyce wasn't meant to be an entrepreneur, she was pursuing a career in architecture and everything changed when her daughter had a skin condition.In this episode, listen to how Joyce's powerful story and genuine communication make NakedLab thrive in a very competitive industry. You'll also get to hear about how to deal with imposter syndrome, how to expand to new markets and adjust the strategy accordingly. How to embr...2024-09-1250 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Two Major Updates to Share With You!Don't miss these two MAJOR UPDATES about HKBO podcast!To support us, don't forget to leave us 5 stars and follow us on:Spotify - https://shorturl.at/5hzGjIG - https://www.instagram.com/abo.pod/YouTube - www.youtube.com/@ABOpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-0101 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.SPECIAL EPISODE - Summer Edition - Your Dear Host Speaking: The Lessons I LearnedI hope your summer is going well, whether you're on holiday or not. This Summer Edition episode is a bit special as it's the first solo episode I do, so please, let me know if you like it!EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.In the previous episode, I shared with you all the best tips from some entrepreneurs I interviewed in Season 2 of HKBO. In this episode, I share the 3 lessons I learned from running my marketing...2024-08-2212 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.SPECIAL EPISODE - Summer Edition - The Best Tips From EntrepreneursIt's summer time, whether you're on holiday or not, this is the occasion to slow down and reset.EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.I've prepared for you a special episode with the best tips from entrepreneurs, what helped them thrive, how they overcome challenges and what they focus on.I hope these pieces of advice will help you run your projects and business. And if you have more tips to share with...2024-08-0814 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.A Business Profitable for 15 Years Doesn't Prevent From Hardships - Chris Edwards, Founder of Honeycombers and LaunchpadEntrepreneurship is a path with unexpected turnarounds. A flourishing business doesn't prevent you from facing hardships and reassessments.EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.15 years after launching Honeycombers, Chris Edwards founded Launchpad, a supportive community for entrepreneurs. After a difficult year post Covid, she met a mindset coach and this sparked an idea in her: giving back and sharing through a community.Now leading two businesses and a podcast, Chris manages to take...2024-07-2533 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.The Power of the Biggest Community of Women in Hong Kong with Sarah Vee, Founder of Women of Hong KongWhat brings 11,000 women together?That's what I asked Sarah Vee, the founder of Women of Hong Kong, free-membership community of women in Hong Kong.EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.She shares with me how it all started, that time when she managed to put together a paid event and fill 220 seats in 3 weeks and how she handles imposter syndrome.Building this community of support is more than...2024-07-1139 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.The Story of an Accidental Entrepreneur with Maura Thompson, Founder of Sassy Media Group, Digital Media CompanyHow to build a successful brand with limited funds? How to expand to new markets? What humility brings to your business?These are all questions we go through in this episode with Maura Thompson, founder of Sassy Media Group, digital media company across Hong Kong and Singapore.EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.Maura defines herself as an accidental entrepreneur, her humility and deep care for the people she works with made her...2024-06-2747 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Training the Future Asian Champions of Gaming with Sean Zhang, Founder of Talon ESports, Professional Esports OrganisationWhat do you know about gaming and esports?In this episode, I chatted with Sean Zhang, the founder of Talon ESports, a professional esports organisation and gaming & lifestyle platform.EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.From computer science to banking to e-sports, Sean made two career switches before becoming an entrepreneur. He shares how he started his own business, how the entrepreneurial journey of his father influenced him, what he foresees for the...2024-06-2048 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How to Change the Image of Asia as Being the Factory of the World - Krizia Li, Founder of Vermillion, B2B E-Commerce MarketplaceOn top of being the factory of the world, having the resources, the manpower & productivity, Asia is also a place with heritage, culture, design and art. What about the influence of Asian craftsmanship and design? How to shed light on it? EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.This is Krizia's ambition with Vermillion, Asia's first B2B e-commerce marketplace for crafted lifestyle luxury. Vermillion curates designs from Asian artists and creators, caring to...2024-06-0534 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.SPECIAL - Panel Discussion on the Role of Data in Decision-Making with Florian Gaudel & Jacopo PesaventoWhat's the role of Data in the decision-making process? How to collect Data, keep it and use it? To what extent can we rely on it? How to balance it with what we call our "gut feeling"? EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.In this special episode, listen to a Panel Discussion with Florian Gaudel, founder of Standard Insights, an AI-powered Market Research company and Jacopo Pesavento, co-founder of Branding Records, Global Creative Agency.2024-05-2347 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.The Challenge of Preowned Luxury in Asia with Sarah Fung, founder of HULA, Preowned Designer WomenswearHave you ever bought a preowned item? It's a sustainable way of consuming. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.How has the image of shopping second-hand evolved over the years? What about the specificities of the Hong Kong market towards sustainability?These are some of the questions we discussed with Sarah Fung, founder of HULA, second-hand luxury fashion company that makes fashion sustainable.Sarah shares the lessons she...2024-05-0937 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.From Asia to Middle East with Adam Michael Toctan, Co-Founder of MCG Talent, Award-Winning Recruitment AgencyYou work in Marketing, Comms or Technology in APAC or Middle East? Maybe MCG Talent helped you find your job.EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.I sat down with Adam Michael Toctan, co-founder of this award-winning recruitment agency and we chatted about the evolution of the power dynamics between candidates and companies and the effect of AI-powered tools on recruiters.Adam also shared how MCG Talent was born and how to successfully...2024-04-2536 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How to Tackle the Food Waste Problem in Asia? With Carla Martinesi, Founder of CHOMP, Food-Saving AppDo you know that Asia is responsible for nearly half of the world's food waste? An appalling reality that Carla Martinesi, founder of the award-winning food-saving app CHOMP, shared with me.EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.Carla started tackling Hong Kong's food waste problem in 2021. She tells me the lessons she learned throughout her journey as an entrepreneur acting for sustainability. What are the challenges of food waste in Hong Kong? And how to educate people and...2024-04-1140 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How to Navigate Real Estate Investment With Sebastien Salin, Founder of Acheter Pour Louer, Real Estate Investment CompanyYou think about investing in real estate but you don't where to start and what to keep in mind?EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.That's where Sebastien Salin can help you. He founded Acheter pour Louer, a real estate investment company for people based in Hong Kong looking to invest in France (and now also in Bali).We discussed how he switched from a career in medical to staring his own business...2024-03-2133 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.The Role of Businesses For a Sustainable Future in Asia, With Chris Brown, Founder of ReThink, Sustainable Business ConferenceWhat's a sustainable business? What elements do you include in the measure of sustainability?EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.This is what I discussed with Chris Brown, founder of ReThink, a sustainable business conference held in Hong Kong every year that gathers business leaders and sustainability practitioners. He also founded ReThink Foundation to provide funding and resources for social and environmental impact projects.Chris shares how to run a business that is...2024-03-0749 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How Far the Love for Challenges Can Lead You? With Alain Ngalani, Muay Thai World Champion & Founder of Impakt, MMA ClubFor this episode, I sat down with Alain Ngalani, 5 times Muay Thai and Kickboxing world champion and owner of Impakt, an MMA club he founded 20 years ago in Hong Kong.EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.Alain is one of a kind and he shared about his impressive athletic career, how it gives him a different approach to competition and achievement and how it helps him run his business started 20 years ago in a very competitive industry.2024-02-2247 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Tying Luxury Brands and Sustainability with an Attractive Budget - Delphine Lefay, Co-Founder of OnTheList, Members Flash SalesIn this new episode, I had the chance to have a conversation with Delphine, co-founder of OnTheList, a members-only flash sales company that partners with retail brands and distributors to turn old inventory into exclusive sales. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Spend less on accounting, payroll and business secretary and get a $500 discount. Read more below.Founded in 2016, OnTheList is a success story that started from a garage sale in Hong Kong to become a 150-staff company spread over 7 markets in Asia Pacific.With Delphine, we discussed...2024-02-0837 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How Tech Is Building the World of Tomorrow, With Nils Pihl, Founder of Auki Labs, Augmented Reality Tech CompanyWhat do you know about augmented reality?In this episode, deep dive into a fascinating virtual world. Nils transmits his passion and determination to make digital devices understand the real world with spatial computing- no worries you'll understand everything even if you're not a tech person.We talked about what he's trying to achieve with Auki Labs, how his company grew from to 2 to 60 people in two years and his vision of team management that is pretty unconventional and pragmatic.Nils also shares his...2023-12-0746 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Morgan Pelissier, founder of Sparkmate, fast-paced product developmentIn this episode you'll get to listen to Morgan's business story. Morgan is a French mechatronic engineer and entrepreneur. He founded Sparkmate, an engineering company based in Hong Kong, specialised in product development in the fields of robotics, mechatronics, electronics, AI and more.With Morgan we discussed his impressive and unique entrepreneurial journey that started at a very young age. We also talked about the culture at Sparkmate and how it's very different from other companies in the same industry. We ended the episode with very useful and concrete pieces of advice from Morgan about...2023-11-2348 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Debunking the "Mum Look" and Empowering Mothers Through Fashion, With Selene Xie, Founder of The Rebel Mums, Fashion Brands for MumsSelene Xie is what she calls a "mumtrepreneur". She's a mother of two and the founder of The Rebel Mums, a clothing brand that celebrates motherhood by providing mums with fashionable clothes and by starting a new conversation around motherhood through a community of mums who share their story freely.Selene shares why she decided to launch her own business in the middle of Covid while she was pregnant, she talks about the power of a community in the development of a brand and about the fashion landscape in...2023-11-0933 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How to Adapt Chocolate to Asian Taste? With Celine Herren & Amit Oz, Founders of Conspiracy Chocolate, Chocolate CompanyCeline Herren and Amit Oz, two food lovers, founded Conspiracy Chocolate in 2018, a Hong Kong-based company that offers a range of chocolate, handcrafted from the bean to the bar, that stands out with distinctive flavours. Celine and Amit share their love for food - a mean for them to bring together people from different cultures. They go back through their journey as entrepreneurs, how they learned to make chocolate and how they work together as a couple running their business.To find out more:Conspiracy Chocola website...2023-10-2642 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.Navigating the Booming Pilates Market With Estelle Neve, Founder of Anhao Wellness, Pilates StudiosMeet Estelle, a French entrepreneur based in Hong Kong who founded Anhao Wellness, two Pilates studios that are also a school to train Pilates teachers. Estelle tells about her journey as an entrepreneur, her passion for gymnastic as a kid, her career switch from banking to Pilates professional and her vision to carry out the growth and future of her business.To find out more:Anhao website - https://anhao-wellness.com/Anhao IG - https://instagram.com/anhaowellness?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Hosted on Acast...2023-10-1238 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.From PR and Burnout to Entrepreneurship With Mandy Pao, Founder of EQ Marketing Agency and The Aligned Entrepreneurs, Coaching ServiceThis week, learn from Mandy's business story, how she switched from a PR role to learning everything about branding and building her own creative agency 'EQ'. With Mandy we talked about mental health, business values and finding one's own pace, reflections that led her to create a second business to help entrepreneurs: The Aligned Entrepreneurs.To find out more:EQ website - https://www.eq-international.com/EQ IG - https://instagram.com/eq.international?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Mandy's IG and LinkedIn - https://instagram...2023-09-2844 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.How a Wake Up Call Can Change Your Life Forever, the Story of Alexandra Leung, Founder of Monogic, F&B Marketing AgencyFind out more about Alexandra's journey to create two businesses: Monogic, a marketing agency specialised in F&B and Engagemnt, an app for food influencers and bloggers.We talked about her background, what led her to be an entrepreneur, how she started in the F&B industry, what it's like to work with her partner and how they manage their team and shape the vision and future of the agency together.To find out more:Monogic website and IG:https://www.monogic.co...2023-09-1444 minAsian Business Owners - A.B.O.Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.TEASER - Welcome to Asian Business OwnersDeep dive into stories of entrepreneurs based in Asia and learn how they created their own business and set it up for success.Follow me on Instagram @abo.pod 🎙 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-3101 min