The Brand Called You

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Brand Called You (TBCY) Leaders Who Care series! In this episode, host Mark Sadovnick sits down with Peter Johnson, Founder of The Ayadee Foundation, futurist, digital economist, former US diplomat, and passionate social impact leader.

Peter shares his unique journey from growing up in Rochester, New York—a city shaped by innovation and tough transitions—to becoming a global citizen, educator, and changemaker. With rich stories from his time living and working on multiple continents (including extensive experience in Tunisia, Germany, and El Salvador), Peter unpacks the importance of innovation, risk-taking, language, cultural immersion, and mission-driven leadership.

Discover his insights on:

• The power of education and technology for social good

• Navigating global career transitions and raising a multicultural family

• Building organizations with sustainable and impactful missions

• Why "power skills" matter more than ever in an AI-enabled world

• Lessons from failure, teaching, and inspiring the next generation

Jason’s story is a testament to the power of transformation. From a quiet, introverted child to a dynamic global leader, he has mastered the art of leadership, personal growth, and mentorship. Whether shaping the next generation or guiding CEOs, his impact is undeniable.

00:09- About Jason Ma

• Jason Ma is the award-winning Founder, CEO, and Chief Mentor at ThreeEQ, a distinguished family business committed to preparing next-generation leaders for greatness & enhancing high-net-worth family legacy.

Jesh's story is a powerful reflection on the impact of isolation in his early years, which ignited his lifelong fascination with human connection. From being an outsider in a spiritual community to using photography as a tool for emotional understanding, Josh shares the inflection points that shaped his life and work. His journey underscores the profound bond between the mind, body, and the art of truly seeing others.

00:09- About Jesh de Rox

• Jesh is an anthropologist and entrepreneur who explores how social environments affect human connection, wellness, and creative genius. 

• Jesh is the founder and CEO of HOURS, a company pioneering collective superintelligence designed to empower and elevate all of humankind while ensuring full data sovereignty and fair attribution.

Maty’s journey from building a fictional store’s website at six to leading AI research, fighting Deepfakes, and earning global recognition is nothing short of inspiring. From working with top researchers to winning prestigious awards, he’s proving that curiosity and perseverance can change the world.

00:09- About Matyas 'Maty' Bohacek

• Matyas 'Maty' Bohacek is a student at Stanford University, working on research at the intersection of AI and digital forensics, as advised by Professor Hany Farid.

Prashant Desai turned personal loss into a mission for better health. From the power of prevention to the importance of sleep, nutrition, and exercise, he shares life-changing insights on longevity. Learn how to take charge of your well-being today!

00:38- About Prashant Desai

• Prashant is a health educator, and he has a mission to make the next five years your best. 

• He is the managing director of Everstone, which is a private investment manager.

In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You (TBCY), host Ashutosh Garg welcomes Professor Anjana Karumathil, Associate Professor of Practice at IIM Kozhikode and an expert on the gig economy, organizational behavior, and the future of work.

Professor Anjana shares her unique journey from industry to academia, highlighting how her experiences across the US, Australia, UK, and Qatar have shaped her perspectives on leadership and learning. She discusses key misconceptions about the future of work, the evolving role of organizational behavior in the age of AI, and the real opportunities and challenges of India’s rapidly growing gig economy.

Tune in to hear about:

• The differences between gig and traditional work motivations

• How HR policies need to adapt for remote and flexible work

• The vital importance of emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and creativity in the AI-powered workplace

• Her actionable recommendations for making the gig economy more equitable, including algorithmic transparency, portable benefits, and giving gig workers a meaningful voice

In this powerful episode of The Brand Called You, Partha Ghosh—acclaimed author, global strategist, and founder of the Partha Ghosh Academy of Leadership discovers how Eastern philosophy and Western strategy can be harmonized to forge enlightened, impactful leadership. From the Gita to global boardrooms, this is a masterclass in purpose-driven leadership.

00:36- About Partha Ghosh

• Partha is the non-executive chairman and chief mentor of inQube Inc-.

• He's the founder of the Partha Ghosh Academy of leadership at IIT Kharagpur.

• He's the author of a book titled East Meets West: Dialogues on Enlightened Leadership.

William Christensen, co-founder of Data Automation, shares his journey of streamlining workflows, boosting efficiency, and helping businesses scale smarter. Learn his powerful "Automate, Delegate, Eliminate" framework and discover how to leverage automation for success.

00:34- About William Christensen

• William is the president and co-founder at DataAutomation.

• He's the founder of Entrepreneur’s Apprentice, and he's the head of partnerships and co-founder at Fractionals United.

In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, Charlie Sull, co-founder of CultureX and an expert in corporate culture talks about how culture impacts business success, how AI is revolutionizing cultural measurement, and the role of leadership in shaping a company’s values. From navigating hybrid work to measuring cultural performance with AI, this episode uncovers key strategies for aligning culture with business goals.

00:34- About Charlie Sull

• Charlie is the co-founder of CultureX, where he helped develop a new kind of artificial intelligence to measure and improve culture. 

• Charlie Sull is a globally recognized expert in corporate culture and AI. He is the co-creator of the most-read series in MIT Sloan Management Review history

• He's a podcast host of a podcast titled Culture Champions. 

Bianca Baumann, VP of Learning Solutions & Innovation at Ardent Learning, shares how her diverse industry experience, including marketing, shaped her innovative L&D approach. In this insightful conversation, she discusses the power of learner-centric design, the role of technology, and why L&D should be separate from HR. Plus, a sneak peek into her book Think Like a Marketer, Train Like an L&D Pro!

00:37- About Bianca Baumann

• Bianca is the vice president of Learning Solutions & Innovation at Ardent Learning.

• She teaches learning experience design.

• She's the co-author of a book titled " Think Like a Marketer, Train Like an L&D Pro”.