The Brand Called You

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Cees Links—entrepreneur, wireless tech pioneer, and the quiet force behind Wi-Fi standardization discovers how a team led from the Netherlands helped change the world, one protocol at a time.

00:35- About Cees Links

• Cees Links, also known as "The Father of WiFi", was introduced to Haider Zia in early 2023. 

• He instantly recognized the immense potential of SuperLight Photonics and embarked as the CEO.

• He is a visionary leader with a remarkable track record in the world of technology innovation.

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Kerry Sulkowicz, founder of Know Thyself 360—a groundbreaking platform that fuses psychoanalytic wisdom with AI to help leaders uncover blind spots, gain deeper self-awareness, and enhance their impact.

00:36- About Kerry Sulkowicz

• Kerry is the Founder and Managing Principal of the Boswell Group.

• He's the founder and CEO of KnowThyself360°.

• He's the past president of the American Psychoanalytic Association. 

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Saiswaroopa Iyer—author, academic, and storyteller—talks about her journey from venture capital to reimagining ancient Indian women protagonists through rich narratives rooted in dharma, philosophy, and history. Discover how she blends modern insight with ancient tales to bring new light to forgotten stories and moral dilemmas.

00:54- About Saiswaroopa Iyer

• Sai is an author and an academic. 

• She's an author of five best selling novels based on ancient Indian women protagonists.

• She's the recipient of the Stree Shakti Award for her contribution to Indian Literature. She has also trained in Carnatic Classical music and has won a gold medal from TTD for her rendition of Annamacharya Kritis.

In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, John Masud Parvez shares how his journey from tech researcher to transformation strategist led to the creation of VSHR Group. Learn how his vision for impactful, sustainable business is helping companies achieve 10X growth through digital and workforce transformation.

00:42- About John Masud Parvez

• John is the founder of the VSHR group and the VSHR Pro Academy. 

Susan’s life was forever changed at age five after a near-death experience that awakened her mission to lead with purpose. From Harvard Law to the London Academy of Dramatic Arts, to founding Meritage Leadership Development, her journey blends empathy, innovation, and neuroscience to help leaders evolve. She’s not just transforming companies—she’s transforming consciousness.

00:50- About Susan Drumm

• Susan Drumm is the founder and CEO of Meritage Leadership Development.

• She is a CEO Advisor, Speaker, and Leadership Change Agent focused on helping leaders and their teams develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today’s disruptive environment

Ralf-Gordon Jahns, founder of Research2Guidance, shares how life inflection points—from fatherhood to founding a pioneering consultancy—shaped his mission to revolutionize digital health. His latest venture, R2GConnect, is a global matchmaking platform empowering health tech companies, investors, and corporates to build meaningful partnerships through AI-driven, pre-vetted innovation scouting.

00:32- About Ralf-Gordon Jahns

• Ralf-Gordon Jahns is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Research2Guidance, a leading market analyst and strategy consultancy company for the global digital health market. 

• Prior to research2guidance he was a partner and member of the leadership team of Capgemini Telecom Media & Networks. 

In this inspiring episode of TBCY, "Leaders Who Care," host Mark Sadovnick sits down with Ronit Zimmer, CEO of Project Rozana, to discuss her remarkable journey from Melbourne, Australia to Tel Aviv, her lifelong passion for peacebuilding, and the powerful work Project Rozana is doing to bridge health gaps between Israelis and Palestinians. Ronit shares personal stories, the challenges of cross-border health diplomacy, and her belief in the multiplier effect of compassion and cooperation—showing how even small acts of kindness can ripple across communities and borders.

Discover how Project Rozana is making healthcare accessible in some of the most challenging environments, the importance of humanizing “the other,” and why women’s leadership is critical for real and lasting change. Plus, hear Ronit’s personal reflections on hope, gratitude, and her vision for a more just and peaceful future.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Brand Called You! In this episode of the Leaders Who Care series, hosts Mark Sadovnick and Nsoroma Karmue dive deep into the story of Nsoroma, the remarkable 12-year-old founder of Melan is Beautiful—a skincare business with a powerful mission to promote self-love, confidence, and celebrate beauty in all its forms.

Nsoroma shares her journey from overcoming bullying to building a meaningful business rooted in empowering others. You’ll hear the motivation behind her brand, the importance of spreading a positive mindset, and how her family and community played a crucial role in her entrepreneurial path. She also talks about her upcoming creative projects—a book and a podcast titled "Let's Speak Beauty"—aimed at further inspiring and educating people about self-worth and belonging.

If you’re passionate about youth entrepreneurship, social impact, and stories of kindness, you won’t want to miss this heartfelt conversation!

In this compelling episode of The Brand Called You, leadership expert John R. Miles shares his transformative journey from naval officer to corporate executive to founder of the Mattering Revolution. Discover how emotional intelligence, intentional culture, and a sense of mattering are reshaping leadership and unlocking human potential.

00:32- About John R Miles

• John is the founder of the Passion Struck.

• He's a leadership and workplace culture expert.

• He's also the founder of the Mattering Revolution. 

In this powerful episode of The Brand Called You, Marc Rowley, MD of H.I.T Leadership talks about transforming IT leadership through honesty, integrity, and transparency. Discover the 6 Ps of Productivity, how to shift from reactive to proactive leadership, and why human skills are the real driver of business growth.

00:38- About Marc Rowley

• Marc is the Managing Director and Founder of H.I.T Leadership Ltd.