In this powerful episode of Immigrants Building Companies, we sit down with Arnold, co-founder of Unbound – a preventative health startup with a mission to help people live longer, healthier lives.

Arnold shares his deeply personal journey: from growing up across multiple African countries as a Third Culture Kid, to navigating the corporate world at Goldman Sachs, and ultimately finding his calling in healthcare. We explore themes of identity, resilience, purpose, and the stark realities of preventative care in today's world.

What you'll learn:

The immigrant mindset and long-term strategic planning

Personal experiences with racism and identity formation

Transitioning from a high-flying banking career to building a meaningful startup

The shocking stats around preventable cardiac disease

How Unbound is tackling behaviour change and community-led health

This conversation is raw, insightful, and genuinely moving, a testament to how lived experience can fuel innovation with soul.

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey Begins: A Life of Change

05:07 Cultural Identity and the Third Culture Kid Experience

10:08 Navigating Race and Identity in South Africa

14:59 The Importance of Perspective and Duty

19:46 London: A Melting Pot of Cultures

24:59 Intentionality in Life Choices and Opportunities

30:57 Mindset and Opportunity in South Africa

32:32 Navigating Corporate Success and Personal Fulfillment

34:39 The Journey from Corporate to Startup

40:48 Finding Meaning and Purpose in Entrepreneurship

49:20 Embracing Discomfort and Growth

53:21 Building a Health-Focused Startup

01:00:33 Challenges and Reflections on Health and Purpose

01:01:33 Personal Health Journey and Cardiac Events

01:04:50 The Growing Concern of Cardiovascular Health in Younger Generations

01:06:45 The Role of the NHS and Proactive Health Management

01:10:08 Business Models in Preventative Healthcare

01:13:40 Funding and Strategic Partnerships for Health Startups

01:18:38 Vision for a Healthier Future and Impact on Lives

01:26:34 Reflections and Advice for the Younger Generation