In this powerful episode of Brilliance Talks, Simac Konkader sits down with Raymond Rodriguez-Torres — bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and Co-CEO of ALC Home Health.

But this conversation goes far beyond business. Raymond shares his extraordinary journey of:

- Leading global pharma and healthcare organisations

- Losing his daughter, Bella, to childhood cancer

- Turning grief into global impact through the Live Like Bella® Foundation

- Finding meaning, leadership, and legacy in the darkest of times

💡 You’ll learn:

- What real resilience looks like behind the scenes

- How purpose drives sustainable leadership

- Why tragedy can become your greatest teacher

This is a must-watch for anyone building a business and a life that matters.

What does it take to lead through chaos and still create meaningful impact?In this episode of Brilliance Talks, Simac Konkader sits down with Mark Ramondt — serial founder, global investor, and Co-Founder of MultiplAI Health — to unpack how to lead in uncertain times without losing direction or momentum.With over two decades of experience in multinational leadership and 12+ years in tech entrepreneurship, Mark shares the mindset shifts, systems, and lessons that helped him derisk growth, embrace innovation, and scale across volatile markets.In this episode:1. The truth about leading in uncertain, transformative times2. Why most businesses fail to adapt — and how to avoid it3. What corporate leaders can learn from startup founders4. How AI and frontier tech are reshaping healthcareThis isn’t just another leadership chat.It’s a real-world masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and results.

In this episode of Brilliance Talks, Simac Konkader sits down with Shahad Choudhury, Founder & Chief Innovation Officer of OpenBrix, to explore how technology — when built with purpose — can bring harmony back into broken systems.

Shahad is the visionary behind tlyfe, the UK’s tenant lifecycle app designed to create transparency, trust, and ease between tenants, landlords, and agents. From his roots in international development with the World Bank and DFID to now pioneering PropTech using blockchain and AI — Shahad brings a global perspective to local problems.

In this conversation:

• Why the UK rental market is broken — and how tlyfe is fixing it
• How blockchain, RPA, and AI can make property management human again
• The shift from digital “experiences” to digital belonging
• What every founder can learn about mission-led innovation
• The intersection of technology, empathy, and equity in housing

If you're building a tech business, working in real estate, or passionate about solving real-world problems with frontier tech — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

🎯 Shahad doesn’t just talk about disruption — he builds it. With clarity. With compassion. And with the belief that trust is the next big innovation.

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What does it really take to build a business from scratch — without funding, fame, or followers?

In this episode of Brilliance Talks, Simac Konkader sits down with Elliot Bishton, founder of Engravers Guild of London, a personalised gift brand that started with just 6 pairs of cufflinks on a kitchen table.

Today? It’s a multi-million-pound e-commerce business, rooted in 4 generations of family craftsmanship.

🔍 Inside this episode:

→ How Elliot made the leap from corporate to founder

→ What it takes to scale without losing soul

→ Lessons in resilience, branding, and legacy

Whether you're building your own business, navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, or wondering what "success" looks like on your own terms, this episode is for you.

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🎙️ In this episode of Brilliance Talks, Simac Konkader sits down with Harmeet Ahuja, CEO of Sun Mark and two-time Thames Valley CEO of the Year, for a raw and powerful conversation on scaling with purpose, building global impact, and leading without compromise.From growing Sun Mark from £8M to over £200M in revenue, Harmeet shares the strategic decisions, mindset shifts, and leadership values that shaped his journey — and how purpose, not profit, drove the growth.🔥 Inside this episode:– Why scaling isn’t just about strategy, it’s about soul– What it really takes to win trust in global markets– The unseen discipline behind sustainable success– Lessons from building a legacy brand across industries– Why the best leaders focus on people before processesThis episode is a must-watch for founders, CEOs, and aspiring leaders who want to build more than just a business — they want to build something that lasts.📣 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE this video with anyone passionate about purposeful leadership and global entrepreneurship.🎯 Want to be a guest on Brilliance Talks? Schedule your spot with Simac Konkader: [https://calendly.com/enrichiz/discove...]🌐 Visit our website: https://slough.actioncoach.co.uk/⬇️ FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS ⬇️Instagram: instagram.com/actioncoach.sloughFacebook: facebook.com/simac.konkaderLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/simac-konkader📍 CONTACT SUN MARKWebsite: www.sunmark.co.ukLinkedIn (Harmeet): linkedin.com/in/harmeet-ahuja

In this episode of Brilliance Talks, Simac Konkader sits down with Lee Kuyper, CEO of Alula Technologies, for a powerful conversation on bold leadership, digital transformation, and what it takes to scale businesses in a fast-moving world.

With over 20 years of experience at the intersection of finance, tech, and innovation, Lee shares how he's leading Alula to not just adapt to change, but set the pace.

🚀 Inside this episode:

• How to lead through complexity with purpose
• Why technology alone isn’t the solution—people are
• Lessons from scaling across insurance, health, and employee benefits
• What separates good CEOs from great ones
• The mindset needed to unlock growth in any market

Lee’s perspective is a masterclass for CEOs, tech founders, and business leaders who are ready to move beyond survival and into sustainable, smart growth.

📣 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE this video with fellow CEOs and business leaders! Let’s have real conversations with business leaders and visionaries.

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David Bloxham is the CEO of GCS Talent and has been a key figure in the recruitment industry since 1996. From starting as a graduate recruiter to leading a successful management buyout with nGAGE in 2017, David's story is a blueprint for anyone building a career or business in tech recruitment, leadership, and talent acquisition.

In this episode of the Brilliance Talks Podcast, Simac Konkader interviews David about his journey from consultant to CEO — and the key decisions that shaped his success in the staffing and recruitment industry.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to become a recruitment CEO
• Career progression in the staffing industry
• The mindset behind successful leadership and business growth
• How to build and scale high-performance teams
• The future of tech talent and recruitment trends
• Real-life insights from over 25 years in recruitment

Whether you're a recruitment consultant, team leader, HR professional, or aspiring entrepreneur — this episode offers powerful, actionable insights for your leadership journey.Don’t forget to FOLLOW for more inspiring interviews with top CEOs and founders.

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