The Brand Called You

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Vineet Mohan—Co-Founder and CEO of FastTrackr AI—shares his journey from a global leadership career at HSBC to building an AI-led platform transforming the US wealth management industry. He discusses cross-cultural leadership, founding a startup, solving operational inefficiencies with AI, and what it takes for experienced leaders to build compliant, scalable AI products.00:39- About Vineet MohanVineet is a co-founder and CEO of FastTrackr AI, which is an AI led platform purpose built for the US wealth management industry.

What if the mind is more like a colony of ants than a supercomputer? In this eye-opening episode of The Brand Called You, Gaurav Suri—Distinguished Scientist at Stanford University, Associate Professor at San Francisco State University, and co-author of "The Emergent Mind"—dives deep into the concept of emergence and how it can help us understand both human and machine intelligence. In conversation with Ashutosh Garg, Gaurav Suri shares his fascinating personal journey from consulting to neuroscience, the interplay of mathematics and psychology in his work, and what neural networks can teach us about consciousness, self-control, and the future of AI.Discover how intelligence emerges from simple components, why computers can't "change their minds" like humans, and what this all means for the next generation of artificial intelligence. Plus, learn how insights from neuroscience and ancient Indic philosophy align—and why kindness might be the ultimate lesson.

In this thought-provoking episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with renowned trauma expert and author Eugene Lipov. Dr. Lipov, Chief Medical Officer at Stella Mental Health and author of “The God Shot,” discusses his groundbreaking approach to trauma, the true nature of PTSD (or, as he suggests, Post-Traumatic Stress Injury), and how a pain management technique is transforming lives.Discover how Eugene Lipov’s family experience with trauma reshaped his medical journey, why the stigma around PTSD is so harmful, and the astonishing science behind the revolutionary “God Shot.” They also delve into trauma's contagious nature, how it affects families, why animals experience PTSD, and the profound implications of viewing trauma as an injury rather than a disorder.If you or someone you know has struggled with trauma or believes there’s no hope for healing, this episode offers powerful insights and a message of hope.

Join us for an inspiring episode of "The Brand Called You" featuring bestselling author and entrepreneur Kae G Wagner, founder of The Bold Authors Network. In this rich conversation, Kae unveils her remarkable journey from winning her first writing award at 13, through her transition from nonfiction to fiction, and her success with the "Frankie Girl" series. She shares the personal stories that shaped her novels and her mission to empower authors—especially introverts—who struggle with marketing.Discover actionable strategies for book promotion, the vital role of metadata in getting noticed by AI and search engines, the power of reader engagement, and the importance of building your own audience asset through newsletters. Kae also highlights unique collaborative opportunities for writers and gives an inside look at how The Bold Authors Network supports its members in mastering both the mindset and skillset needed for successful book marketing.

Step into the world of self-love, resilience, and authenticity in this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You! Host Ashutosh Garg welcomes multi-talented author, journalist, and dance movement therapist Michal Bardavid from Istanbul, Turkey. Discover the wisdom behind her book, "Becoming a Peacock: Strut Your Way Into Self-Love," and learn how the majestic peacock serves as a powerful metaphor for embracing your uniqueness.Together, they dive into Michal’s eclectic career journey—from covering political conflict zones to teaching at universities and running a dance therapy studio—and explore how these experiences shaped her understanding of human emotion, self-worth, and the importance of loving oneself unconditionally.In this episode, Michal shares actionable insights on overcoming rejection, building resilience, nurturing positive self-talk, breaking free from societal validation, and the vital role of authenticity. She also opens up about personal setbacks and how vulnerability can empower others.Tune in to gain practical advice for your own path towards confidence, emotional well-being, and a life elevated by self-love

In this episode of The Brand Called You, a Dubai-based industrial leader shares how family values, resilience through crises, and long-term thinking have helped build globally competitive businesses—while staying deeply aligned with the UAE’s vision for innovation, diversification, and social impact.00:38- About Kabir M ValraniKabir is the vice chairman of the Al Shirawi group. He's the CEO of Aswan International Engineering & Modern Plastic Industry.He's a fellow member of the YPO, and he's from Harvard. 

In this insightful conversation, Tushar Kansal—Founder & CEO of Kansaltancy Ventures—shares his journey across marquee institutions, his philosophy on venture capital, and hard-earned lessons on resilience, trust, and mentorship. From evaluating founders to navigating investor dynamics, this episode offers grounded wisdom for entrepreneurs building for the long term.00:32- About Tushar KansalTushar is the founder and CEO of Kansaltancy ventures. He's a venture adviser with many VC funds and contributes to a portfolio of over 400 companies in more than 60 countries.

A remarkable journey from rural grit and early entrepreneurship to pioneering digital health innovations. This episode traces how integrity, service, and relentless curiosity shaped a healthcare innovator who is redefining remote patient care, empowering seniors and veterans to live healthier, longer lives at home.00:09- About Kent E DicksKent Dicks is a seasoned entrepreneur and digital health innovator with over 30 years of experience building scalable technology platforms in healthcare and enterprise services.He is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Life365.

A deep dive into how Microsoft for Startups has evolved into a powerful global ecosystem—accelerating founders from idea to scale—through insights from Sally Ann Frank, author of The Startup Protocol and The Unicorn Protocol.00:09- About Sally Ann FrankSally Ann Frank is Global Lead for Health & Life Sciences at Microsoft for Startups, driving digital health and life sciences innovation and supporting founders with strategic growth, technical enablement, and go-to-market acceleration.She brings over 25 years of experience in high-tech business development and startup ecosystems and is the author of The Startup Protocol and The Unicorn Protocol, offering practical guidance for founders at every stage.

In this powerful episode of “The Brand Called You,” host Ashutosh Garg welcomes Amber Hollingsworth, an addiction recovery specialist and content creator from South Carolina, USA.Amber shares her journey from an unexpected entry into addiction counseling to founding the Hope for Families Recovery Center, where she emphasizes the often-overlooked role of families in recovery.Learn about her Invisible Intervention Method, the truth about relapse, how digital addictions mirror substance addiction, and how technology—including AI—is reshaping recovery support.Amber also discusses her YouTube channel “Put The Shovel Down” and introduces Amber AI, a virtual assistant offering 24/7 guidance based on her expertise.If you or someone you love is affected by addiction, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical insights.