Join host Stephen in this compelling episode of TBCY as he sits down with Simon Pereira Shorey, Founder and Chief Vision Officer of the International Foundation for the Displaced. Simon shares his incredible life journey—from his early days in British boarding schools, his transformative experiences during 9/11 in Manhattan, to his extensive humanitarian work in disaster response and resilience-building. Learn how Simon’s background  in management, consulting for major organizations and companies, and deep empathy for underserved communities have driven him to tackle one of the world's most pressing humanitarian challenges: displacement due to conflict, disaster, and climate change.

Discover inspiring stories of resilience from the field, innovative solutions using emerging technologies, and how Simon and his organization are bridging gaps left by traditional funding to empower displaced populations around the globe. If you're passionate about humanitarian action, innovation, or want to make a difference, this episode is a must-watch!

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In this episode, host Stephen Ibaraki speaks with Dr. Celia Merzbacher, Executive Director of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C), about the rapidly evolving world of quantum technologies and their growing impact on business, cybersecurity, public policy, and the global economy.

Discover how quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communications are advancing from research laboratories toward real-world applications, while governments, academia, and industry work together to accelerate innovation and commercialization.

Dr. Merzbacher shares insights from her multidisciplinary career spanning scientific research, federal science policy, and industry consortium leadership. She also explains how QED-C is helping strengthen the global quantum ecosystem through collaboration, standards development, workforce initiatives, and supply chain resilience.

The conversation explores several critical topics, including:

• The evolution of the global quantum ecosystem

• The mission and impact of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C)

• The accelerating timeline for practical quantum computing

• Post-quantum cryptography and the urgent need for cybersecurity preparedness

• Advances in quantum hardware, software, algorithms, and error correction

In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg speaks with Coach Kevin Voisin, Mindset Coach, Speaker, and CEO of We Live Legend, about overcoming perfectionism, preventing burnout, and creating a fulfilling life across five essential areas: faith, family, finance, fitness, and fun.

Kevin shares his philosophy of being "powerfully imperfect," explains why excellence matters more than perfection, and offers practical strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs, building accountability, and taking meaningful action toward lasting personal growth.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or someone seeking positive transformation, this episode provides actionable insights to help you step up, embrace imperfection, and live your legen

Unlock the secrets of building a powerful speaking career with Ashley Stahl, Founder of Wise Whisper Agency, in this episode of The Brand Called You, hosted by Ashutosh Garg.

Discover how to craft your signature talk, understand the difference between credibility and authority, and turn personal stories into impactful, actionable insights that inspire audiences and drive meaningful results.

Ashley shares her journey from starting with no speaking experience to building a thriving speaking career. She also reveals practical frameworks for creating scalable intellectual property and discusses real-world success stories, including how one client went from being relatively unknown to generating 2.5 million views in just 100 days.

Whether you're a corporate executive, activist, wellness expert, entrepreneur, or aspiring speaker, this episode offers actionable strategies to elevate your voice, strengthen your authority, and grow your personal brand.

In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg speaks with Devendra Kumar, Founder of Ladli Foundation Trust. From surviving extreme hardship as a child labourer in a Delhi slum to becoming a nationally and internationally recognized social leader, Devendra's journey is a remarkable story of resilience, empathy, and impact.

He shares powerful lessons from his childhood, the inspiration behind founding Ladli Foundation, and the organization's unique approach to creating sustainable social change through volunteer-driven action. The conversation explores critical issues such as child marriage, women's empowerment, digital inclusion, grassroots leadership, and community development.

Learn how Ladli Foundation has grown into one of India's largest grassroots volunteering movements, why Devendra believes that "doing is better than donating," and how cultural traditions can be transformed into powerful tools for social progress.

This episode offers valuable insights for leaders, policymakers, social entrepreneurs, volunteers, and anyone passionate about creating meaningful change.

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Unlock the secrets behind resilient brands, leadership transformation, and sustainable business growth with Jonathan Lewis, President of McKee Wallwork. In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg explores how organizations navigate pivotal moments, overcome stalled growth, and build stronger identities that drive long-term success.

Drawing on decades of experience advising companies through periods of uncertainty and change, Jonathan explains why many growth challenges stem not from market conditions but from internal leadership dynamics. He shares practical insights on organizational identity, leadership alignment, decision-making under pressure, and the role of humility in navigating disruption.

The conversation also explores lessons from survival psychology, the dangers of ego-driven leadership, and why resilient organizations consistently align their brand, culture, and operations around a shared purpose.

Key Takeaways:

• How pivotal moments create identity crises and opportunities for transformation

• Why leadership alignment is critical to sustainable growth

• The hidden causes of stalled growth and organizational stagnation

• How brand strategy becomes a powerful business lever

• Why identity, culture, and operations must work together

• Lessons from survival psychology that apply to business leadership

• The impact of ego, humility, and self-awareness on decision-making

• What separates organizations that survive disruption from those that fail

In this enlightening episode of The Brand Called You, we welcome Ferdinand Mehlinger, Founder of G-Stacker, a cutting-edge AI application focused on local business authority stacking and entity verification. Ferdinand, an early contributor to Google's original BackRub project, shares vivid stories from his time at Google, offers an insider's perspective on how search has evolved from SEO to AI-driven optimization, and explains the challenges and opportunities facing local businesses competing against large brands.

Discover how G-Stacker addresses verification challenges that traditional SEO agencies often struggle with, why entity anchoring within Google's ecosystem is critical, and which signals AI systems use to determine business credibility. Ferdinand also provides actionable insights on digital visibility, personal branding in the AI era, and the future of AI-powered search and discovery.

If you're a business owner looking to strengthen your online presence and navigate the evolving world of AI-driven search, this episode is packed with practical strategies and valuable insights from one of the industry's pioneers.

Unlock the secrets to powerful presentations in the virtual age! In this episode of "The Brand Called You," we welcome Jeffrey Brandeis, CEO and Founder of Engaging Webinars, who shares actionable insights on making presentations truly impactful for business success.

Discover why most presentations fail to engage audiences, the key differences between simply presenting information and creating real influence, and how to use the ENGAGE Framework to transform your next pitch or webinar. Learn practical tips on audience engagement, building trust, leveraging storytelling, and avoiding common credibility pitfalls.

This in-depth conversation also delves into why technically brilliant professionals sometimes fail to communicate effectively, how AI is shaping business communication, and the one skill every professional should improve today.

Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or aspiring presenter, this episode will help you master the art of meaningful, influential communication!

In this insightful episode of TBCY, communication strategist Laura Doman shares her expertise on how to transform from being overlooked to unforgettable. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Laura dives into the nuances of executive presence, the true value of authenticity in an AI-driven world, and actionable steps professionals can take to enhance their communication skills—whether on Zoom, LinkedIn, or the boardroom. Discover why human connection trumps technical prowess, the power of subtext and storytelling, and how anyone (including introverts!) can develop magnetic presence. If you want to level up your influence, win more opportunities, and leave a lasting impression, this conversation is for you.

Welcome to another episode of "The Brand Called You"! In this insightful conversation, Ashutosh Garg speaks with Navneet Gupta, Founder and CEO of ServiceGTD, a health tech platform designed to support families—especially NRIs—in managing personal services and elder care for their loved ones in India. Navneet Gupta delves into the inspiration behind ServiceGTD, the unique challenges of elder care across distances, essential pain points for young adults with aging parents, and the platform’s customer-centric approach combining technology with human touch. Gain valuable insights into India's evolving elder care market and how innovative solutions can create both business value and meaningful societal impact.