Catching Up With CUB

Daniel catches up with Yasser Zaki, founder of Tender Loving Care Disability Services and recipient of the APAC CEO of The Year Award in 2023. Yasser's transformation from corporate professional to dedicated support worker stemmed from a simple act of kindness – assisting an elderly traveller with their luggage, leading to a meaningful connection. 6 years later, Yasser's businesses support people who have disabilities globally.

On today's episode, Daniel and Yasser discuss his inspiring journey to becoming an entrepreneur, the importance of purpose and doing good in the world. They further explore the essence of "Impact Investment," strategies to distinguish your business in a competitive market, and insights on smart and sustainable business expansion.

Daniel catches up with Gemma Manning, Founder & CEO of Manning & Co, Gemstar and YoungGems. Gemma is a serial entrepreneur and dedicated international business leader with over 20 years of experience in strategic marketing communications.

On this episode, Daniel and Gemma discuss her entrepreneurial journey following the birth of her first child, her experience spending a week with Richard Branson, how to break out of the corporate world and more.

Daniel catches up with Mikey Taylor, Founder of Lionize and GoodSpace Gum. Successfully running the premium advertising agency Lionize for two decades, Mikey now reveals how a small side-project evolved into an exciting new venture. GoodSpace Gum represents an innovative mission aimed at globally reducing stress and anxiety.

Daniel and Mikey speak about the difference between being stressed and anxious, the nature of the health and pharmaceuticals industry and discuss what we can all do to help maintain a healthy mindset, particularly, as a business owner. Plus, Mikey shares some advertising wisdom about the balance of demand creation and demand activation in your marketing.

Daniel Catches up with Pauline Nguyen, Co-owner of Red Lantern, the most awarded Vietnamese restaurant in the world. Working in her family business from the age of 7, it was always clear to Pauline that entrepreneurship was her destiny. Today, Pauline is a two-time award winning author, international speaker and recognised as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Female Entrepreneurs in Australia.

Daniel and Pauline speak about Pauline's inspirational journey and her spiritual approach to entrepreneurship, which she passionately shares all over the world as a keynote speaker and coach. They discuss the ups and downs of the hospitality industry, her new business venture Tiger Purr Chai and the grit required to succeed in business and in life.

Daniel catches up with Stella Gianotto, Founder of Brand for Brands. With over 25 years in the industry, Stella stands as one of the nation's most seasoned brand marketers. Her portfolio boasts an impressive 1000 global brands, and her efforts have earned her numerous awards throughout her journey.

On this episode, Daniel and Stella discuss the essence of a strong and enduring brand, along with strategies to forge a lasting legacy, the highs and lows of collaborating within a family business and the significance of embracing artificial intelligence in the upcoming years.

Daniel catches up with Colin Evans, Managing Director of The Asset Finance Shop. Colin's career began with diverse experiences as a sawman in an abattoir and a truck driver before moving to Sydney and founding the Asset Finance Shop in 2016. Colin's company specialises in assisting Australian businesses in obtaining funding for various capital equipment, including trucks, trailers, heavy machinery, and passenger vehicles.

Daniel and Colin delve into Colin's remarkable journey, starting from making cold calls from his bedroom to now managing a team of over 20 staff based in Bondi Junction. They discuss the importance of communication & discipline when managing your team, and the impact of being a business leader on employees and others.

Daniel catches up with Joseph Daoud, Founder of It's Simple Finance. Starting his entrepreneurial career as a personal trainer, Joseph founded It's Simple in 2019 to cut through the red tape of personal finance and make wealth attainable for all Australians during their lifetime.

Daniel and Joseph discuss the importance of authenticity, they explore Joseph's inspirational path from being a struggling student, over his achievements in bodybuilding, to becoming a successful entrepreneur and touch on how the school system is failing many entrepreneurs in the context of nature vs. nurture.

Daniel catches up with Raj Narayan, the Founder and CEO of Emajin Golf. After arriving in Australia to pursue her studies, Raj entered her 15 year banking career, including her role as COO at Westpac Private Bank. However, her true passion had always been Golf, leading her to earn the esteemed title of Women's Captain at the NSW Golf Club. After recognising an opportunity to systemise the correlation between golf and business, Emajin Golf was born.

In this episode, Raj and Daniel delve into the significance of surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals and the dos and don'ts of networking. They further discuss Raj's shift from corporate to entrepreneurship, the process of transforming one's passion into a viable business and the profound concept of Karma.

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Daniel catches up with Bradley Gimbert, Founder of Indigenous Wealth. Despite facing great adversities as an Aborigial man growing up in Western Sydney, including adoption, incarceration, and living in housing commission, Bradley has defied the odds. Building a multi-million dollar property portfolio himself, he now empowers his community to achieve financial independence, aiming to bridge the wealth gap between Aboriginal people and the rest of Australia.

In their conversation, Daniel explores Bradley's childhood, the motivation behind his ongoing efforts to break the cycle and uplift his community, and the transformative impact of his encounters with the law on his life and character.

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Daniel catches up with Roy El Hachem, Co-Founder of Piccolo Me.

Piccolo Me is an "easy-going, delicious and fun" cafe franchise, with a focus on continuously creating innovative food and beverage options for their customers. Since founding the business in 2012 with his brother Charlie, Roy has grown Piccolo Me to over 35 locations, being featured in publications such as Cosmopolitan, Grazia and Daily Mail.

On this episode, Daniel and Roy delve into the fascinating world of hospitality and building a brand that turns customers into fans. They discuss Roy's early immersion in the industry, the transition of Piccolo Me from a humble espresso bar to a thriving franchise, the ups and downs of working in a family business and more.

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