Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.

By Carmen Salameh

I’m Carmen, host of Asian Business Owners (ABO) — a podcast featuring honest conversations with entrepreneurs across Asia.

We dive into the real journey of building a business: the wins,

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The podcast currently has 118 episodes available.

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April 02, 2025 From Elite Athlete to Art World Leader: Jonathan Crockett’s Journey to the Top of Phillips
Dive 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) Jonathan's Career Journey
(14:11) Rapid Fire Questions
(19:47) Early Challenges Joining Phillips
(21:40) Innovative Auction Strategies
(23:23) Current Art Market Trends
(25:47) What’s it Like Being the Chairman of Phillips
(28:15) Jonathan’s Next Objective
(30:04) Something Jonathan Would Have Done Differently
(32:24) What’s a Good Leader?
(33:19) Personal Mantras

👉 To find out more:
Phillips' website

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March 31, 2025 TEASER - The Art of the Deal
The 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...
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March 26, 2025 I Moved to Asia Without a Plan. Art Gave Me Purpose — Laure Raibaut, Art Curator
In 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.

Tune in and deep dive into the art world with Laure.

Content:
(01:05) Meet Laure: Founder of Nissa Bella Art Management
(01:53) Handling Stress When Running Art Exhibitions
(03:35) Story Time: Dealing With Diplomatic Challenges
(05:52) Being a Perfectionist: Learning to Balance Quality and Efficiency
(08:13) Navigating a Cross Cultural Context in Art Curation
(18:23) Quickfire Questions with Laura
(23:51) Rising Asian Artists
(26:31) Art's Reflection on Society
(30:19) Dealing With Unexpectedness
(33:10) Balancing Business and Personal Happiness

👉 To find out more:
Nissa Bella Art Management's website

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38min
March 25, 2025 TEASER - Behind the Curator's Lens
The 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!
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March 19, 2025From Africa to Asia: How Travel Led Jeremy Weltmann to the Heart of the Art World
In 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 industry
Craftsmanship versus art
The future of artistic movements influenced by technology

Content:
(00:50) Jeremy's Role and Life in Hong Kong
(05:05) His fantastic experiences in Africa
(09:57) Quickfire questions
(12:54) Jeremy's Asset: His Network
(15:17) Craftsmanship vs. Art
(16:20) Embracing Imperfection in Art
(18:36) Bangkok's Art Scene
(19:38) Mastering the Codes of the Art World
(22:28) Future Trends in Art
(27:45) The Story of Twenty Cinco
(32:40) Balancing Art and Business

👉 To find out more:
Over The Influence's website
Jeremy's LinkedIn

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35min
March 18, 2025 TEASER - Art Across Countries
This 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.
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March 12, 2025 She Opened Her First Gallery at 17 — Now Magda Danysz Runs Art Galleries in Paris, Shanghai & London
Meet 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 owners and curious minds alike.

Content:
(00:40) Meet Magda: Founder of Danysz Gallery
(01:42) Starting a Gallery at 17
(07:03) Challenges and Stubbornness in Business
(10:49) The Importance of Hiring the Right People
(14:34) Magda's Family Influence & Background
(17:42) Art: a Billion Dollar Market
(19:07) Fireside Questions
(22:54) Making Art More Accessible
(28:48) Impact of AI and Technology on Art
(33:47) Magda's Connection to Art
(35:21) Lessons from Business Experiences

👉 To find out more:
Danysz Gallery's ⁠website⁠
Madga's ⁠Instagram⁠

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40min
March 10, 2025 TEASER - 1st Episode of My Art Series: Defining Art
I 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.
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March 10, 2025 SNEAK PEEK - Upcoming Art Series for Art Basel
With 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.
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1min
March 05, 2025 They Turn Leftover Bread into Beer — Here’s How 2 Students Are Fighting Food Waste with Breer
Do 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 the lessons he learned from making business mistakes.

Content:
(01:24) The Journey of a Serial Entrepreneur
(05:49) The Birth of Breer: From Idea to Reality
(14:27) Challenges and Iterations in Brewing
(16:39) Rapid Fire Questions
(20:03) Launching Breer in India
(24:32) Challenges and Strategies in the Indian Market
(26:36) ASMR Tasting of Breer Beers
(29:33) The Mission Behind Breer
(36:09) Lessons from Mistakes and Failures
(39:56) Dreaming Big for Breer's Future
(41:59) Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

👉 To find out more:
Breer's website
Breer's Instagram

🎥 Follow A.B.O. Podcast also on YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@abopod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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47min

FAQs about Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.:

How many episodes does Asian Business Owners - A.B.O. have?

The podcast currently has 118 episodes available.