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The Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 2, Episode 1I enjoyed sitting down with Mr. Jay Jayachandran, a seasoned business leader who has spent his career at business ranging from small startups to multi-billion dollar corporations. Currently, he serves as Chief Operating Officer of Global Infotek, Inc. We discussed his experiences in these different environments, what it means to be an entrepreneur in a large company, how to approach challenges, what distinguishes successful entrepreneurs, and his advice for the next generation! Hosted by Arul Nigam.financesmartz.com/2021/03/08/season-2-episode-1-the-entrepreneurship-series/2021-03-0834 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 9I was delighted to speak with Mr. Rachit Dayal, the Founder and CEO of Happy Marketer, which was recently acquired by Merkle, about running a sustainable business, creating the right environment for creativity and entrepreneurship, and balancing rational and irrational fears on your entrepreneurial journey! Hosted by Arul Nigam. financesmartz.com/2021/01/19/episode-9-the-entrepreneurship-series/ 2021-01-1729 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 8I enjoyed speaking with Mr. Brian Goren, the Owner and Chief Schmooze Officer of Schmear It about the importance of building relationships, the unique challenges of operating a restaurant in different environments, how to stay motivated, and more!Hosted by Arul Nigam.financesmartz.com/2020/12/13/episode-8-the-entrepreneurship-series/2020-12-1329 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 7It was my pleasure to interview Dr. Irving Weinberg, the Founder of Weinberg Medical Physics. We discussed the balancing act of promoting cooperation and competition, how to build a team that effectively combines business skills and technical skills, and more!Hosted by Arul Nigam.financesmartz.com/2020/11/24/episode-7-the-entrepreneurship-series/2020-11-2436 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 6I had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Jae Kim, Shark Tank winner and Founder of Chi’Lantro. We explored how to maintain steady growth without stagnating or burning out, how to balance priorities, the importance of nurturing relationships with customers, and building a team that serves your mission and complements your strengths.Hosted by Arul Nigam.financesmartz.com/2020/11/16/episode-6-the-entrepreneurship-series/2020-11-1641 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 5I enjoyed speaking with Ms. Kristine Ashcraft, Head of Pharmacogenomics at Invitae. Ms. Ashcraft founded the medical technology company YouScript, which was acquired by Invitae this Spring. We discussed the importance of relationships, how to take advantage of grants and incubators, and how to build your business in a high-risk industry. Hosted by Arul Nigam.financesmartz.com/2020/11/12/episode-5-the-entrepreneurship-series/2020-11-1230 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 4I was honored to speak with Mr. Mudit Mathur, General Manager of Dole Packaged Foods, India. Mr. Mathur also has experience building Johnson & Johnson's business globally. We covered the importance of customer, how to build a brand, how to set your priorities when stretched, and the differences between life in a startup vs. in an established corporate setting! Hosted by Arul Nigam. financesmartz.com/2020/11/09/episode-4-the-entrepreneurship-series/2020-11-0934 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 3I had the privilege of speaking with Chef Dennis Stanley of Chantel's Bakery. Chef Dennis has built his business and served clients from Presidents Obama and Bush and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris to celebrities like Will Smith and Oprah Winfrey! We discussed the importance of relationships and trust, and how to overcome challenges to grow your business. Hosted by Arul Nigam. financesmartz.com/2020/11/07/episode-3-the-entrepreneurship-series/2020-11-0728 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 2I was delighted to speak to Mrs. Deborah Sawaf of Thale Blanc. Mrs. Sawaf shared her unique perspective as an international entrepreneur in the luxury fashion space, which she describes as, “A never ending roller-coaster, an anxious uphill climb to race down screaming with excitement – or fear – and the occasional quick stop to catch a breath, before the adrenaline rush begins all over again.” We discussed sustainable entrepreneurship, the creative process, assembling a team, and more! Hosted by Arul Nigam. financesmartz.com/2020/11/01/episode-2-the-entrepreneurship-series/2020-11-0126 minThe Entrepreneurship SeriesFinanceSmartz: The Entrepreneurship Series | Season 1, Episode 1I had the pleasure of speaking with Professor Lex McCusker, the Director of the Student Entrepreneurship at George Washington University, an angel investor, and an entrepreneur himself! Hosted by Arul Nigam. financesmartz.com/2020/10/18/episode-1-the-entrepreneurship-series/2020-10-1825 min