The Afflatus

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  • Episode 74 - Saumya Shah
    Saumya is the Founder & CEO of Tarrakki. Tarrakki is a compressive wealth management app that enables users to make calculated goal based investments with just a few taps. Saumya founded Tarrakki to help large masses in India achieve their financial goals with a strong focus on unbiased investment advisory. Before starting Tarrakki, Saumya worked for Deloitte Advisory in New York. Prior to Deloitte, Saumya has worked for IL&FS Capital Advisors and Tata Capital in Mumbai. Saumya has an MBA from Fordham University in New York, and a BBA from Gujarat University in Ahmedabad, India. In this episode, Saumya talks about the moral obligation of an entrepreneur, being a hands-off leader and his mission to restore trust in the Indian financial system.Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Saumya:https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumyashah/--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    27 min
  • Episode 73 - Niharika Agarwal
    Niharika Agarwal is a Senior Scientist at GlaxoSmithKline. She pursued her Bachelor's in Biotechnology as well as Master's in Biotechnology from Penn State University. Niharika is well versed with aseptic culture techniques, cell culture, PCR, RT-PCR, biofermentation, protein extraction, immuno-detection of proteins, chromatography, fluorescence microscopy, and flow cytometry, and cloning of DNA in bacterial hosts.Niharika has a passion for science, innovation, and providing medicines to everyone across the globe.In this episode, Niharika talks about overcoming failure at school, going up with a single parent and developing an unbiased approach to her research.Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Niharika:https://www.linkedin.com/in/niharika-agarwal-973071139/--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    29 min
  • Episode 72 - Ali Wallace
    Ali Wallace is an associate planner at Burlington Stores, Inc., specializing in store planning and analysis. She is also a certified personal trainer and an MBA student with a concentration in Finance at University of Phoenix. Prior to working in store planning, Ali worked in allocations and assortment planning.Ali is also a Young Professionals board member at St. James School, which serves under resourced children with challenging academic programs and encourages the development of skills outside of academics.In this episode, Ali talks about her passion for fitness, being a millennial leader and the dynamic nature of retail industry.Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Ali:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-wallace-61759b8b/--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    24 min
  • Episode 71 - Prateek Bhatia
    Dr. Prateek Bhatia serves as the Asst. Vice President of health plans at the University of Southern California where he is responsible for general management of USC's health insurance products. He also oversees employee wellness, population health management and provider networks for the health plans. Dr. Bhatia also serves on non-profit boards and is an adjunct faculty at USC’s Sol Price School of Public Policy where he teaches health data analytics and quality improvement. Dr. Bhatia received his Ph.D. in neuro-oncology from the University of Sunderland, UK, a masters in clinical oncology from the University of Aberdeen, UK, went to pharmacy school at the University of Pune, India and is currently pursuing an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.In this episode, Prateek talks about his quest to make healthcare more affordable, his experience of watching a NASCAR event and adopting a value-based leadership style.Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Prateek:https://www.linkedin.com/in/prateek-bhatia/--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    33 min
  • Episode 70 - Robert Bouknight
    Robert H. Bouknight is Managing Partner of a Georgetown based real estate group and has a background in sales and marketing, entrepreneurship and luxury real estate. Rob's primary focus is building and leading high-performance teams, accelerating strategic growth, and promoting diversity within the corporate structure.In this episode, Rob talks about the coach mentality behind his leadership, analyzing the fundamental aspects of branding and his future plans, which also include writing a book.Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Robert:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbouknight/--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    17 min
  • Episode 69 - Smriti Gupta
    Smriti has completed her post graduation from ISB and is currently working as AVP Strategy at Electronica Finance. Prior to ISB, she has worked with Genpact Enterprise Risk Consulting for about 5 years.She is an avid social worker who has been an active member of Make a Difference, a youth-driven NGO for kids. She has served in various capacities at this organisation and has helped several children to discover their strengths and explore new career opportunities in their area of interest. In this episode, Smriti talks about the power of self-belief, building a strong character and the importance of building a strong team. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Smriti:https://www.linkedin.com/in/smriti-gupta-87ba3422/--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    24 min
  • Episode 68 - Latika Pathela
    Latika is a social media consultant by profession, a wedding choreographer by passion and a blogger by choice! Latika completed her graduation in English, went on to do her MBA from NMIMS, and worked at startups like Zomato and Times Internet Limited for 5 years.Latika found her love for digital marketing and start-ups together! She was always into studying but never left her first love - dancing! Latika taught at Danceworx while pursuing her graduation. She kept her love alive by becoming a wedding choreographer. Latika blog about her passions - Dance, Travel, Food, and Fashion.In this episode, Latika talks about studying at Harvard, turning to her family for emotional support and developing a balanced approach towards management. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Latika:https://latikapathela.com--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    28 min
  • Episode 67 - Bren James
    Bren is the President and Co-founder of MyPolaris Philippines Inc: a consulting company that uses practical-based learning education to equip participants to face real-life challenges. Bren is also a certified public accountant and has an extensive career in Accounting & Finance, Audit and Tax Compliance..In this episode, Bren talks about developing training programs, becoming a people oriented leader and his desire to help people reach their true potential. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Bren:http://bit.ly/BrenLinkedIn--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    23 min
  • Episode 66 - Priya Modi
    Priya is a UK based Bollywood dancer, dance instructor, radio jockey, model, and a supporting artist for movies. Priya is also trained in Ballet, Jazz and Latino dancing. Priya has been featured in two Bollywood movies so far: Namaste England and upcoming movie Aadat.In this episode, Priya talks about her passion for dancing, her experiences of being on a film set and her unique style of choreography. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Priya:http://bit.ly/PriyaModi--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    28 min
  • Episode 65 - Taylor Proctor
    Taylor is a podcaster, marketing director, and certified happiness mentor. She enjoys connecting and communicating to make a difference in the world; whether through her daily podcast, training sessions at work, community events, or in casual conversations with others.Regardless of the medium, she loves sharing techniques and exercises to inspire positive change, increase confidence, encourage vulnerable leadership, and remind others that they are capable of having happiness abound in their lives.In this episode, Taylor talks about developing happiness, her ambition to grow her podcast and embracing your authentic self. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Taylor:happinessabound.com--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support
    31 min

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