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According to Michael Folk, head of Projects and Business Development at Airestec, the way we clean and service our air conditioners is all wrong. Not only do conventional solutions fail to clean out essential parts, it also corrodes the hardware and creates pollution as a byproduct. We speak to Michael about the challenges of marketing his eco-friendly products, “green awareness” in the Malaysian market, and the many expansion plans they have in store.  

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Although nowadays the acronym “DIY” is mainly known as a shorthand for intricate bento boxes on Pinterest, the “do-it-yourself” mentality started in the world of home improvement in the 1910s. Closer to home and the present day, MR.D.I.Y. has gone from a standalone hardware store along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman in 2005, to having 1000 outlets 15 years later in 2020. Andy Chin, Vice President of Marketing, discusses their strategies and plans for the future. 

Although nowadays the acronym “DIY” is mainly known as a shorthand for intricate bento boxes on Pinterest, the “do-it-yourself” mentality started in the world of home improvement in the 1910s. Closer to home and the present day, MR.D.I.Y. has gone from a standalone hardware store along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman in 2005, to having 1000 outlets 15 years later in 2020. Andy Chin, Vice President of Marketing, discusses their strategies and plans for the future. 

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In this episode, we chat with Erick Prince, travel journalist and founder of Minority Nomad. Eric dives into how he built his skillset and ways he maintsains his creative work process while traveling full time around the world. Find out how in this episode of Beyond Performance on BFM.

In this episode, we chat with Erick Prince, travel journalist and founder of Minority Nomad. Eric dives into how he built his skillset and ways he maintsains his creative work process while traveling full time around the world. Find out how in this episode of Beyond Performance on BFM.

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The term 'artisinal' gets thrown around a lot, and the definition has changed somewhat over the last few years. Some would argue that it doesn't carry the weight that real craftsmanship deserves. Frankitas produce unique designer pieces, each handcrafted by some of the most skilled artisans in the region. 

The term 'artisinal' gets thrown around a lot, and the definition has changed somewhat over the last few years. Some would argue that it doesn't carry the weight that real craftsmanship deserves. Frankitas produce unique designer pieces, each handcrafted by some of the most skilled artisans in the region. 

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OYO is the world’s fastest growing company & the world’s 6th largest chain of operated hotels, homes, managed living and work spaces. OYO's properties include more than 23,000+ hotels in 800+ cities in 18 countries around the world.

OYO is the world’s fastest growing company & the world’s 6th largest chain of operated hotels, homes, managed living and work spaces. OYO's properties include more than 23,000+ hotels in 800+ cities in 18 countries around the world.

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In 2007, Calveen Chou founded My Ride, a company that quickly became the first car-care brand in Malaysia to be awarded “Franchisor” status by the Malaysian Franchise Association. With a surge, and subsequent decline, of franchised outlets in the Klang Valley, My Ride’s way of doing business is an interesting case study within the car-care space. We speak to Calveen about tackling the competition, the success behind My Ride, as well as plans to take on the F&B sector in the near future. 

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