The Brand Called You

In this enlightening episode of TBCY, Stephen Ibaraki sits down with Adria L Dunn, founder of The Vine and Zero AI. Adria shares her remarkable journey from growing up with humble beginnings in Wisconsin to becoming a visionary leader driving global impact and human connection at scale. Learn how her transformative experiences, from solo travels at 18 to high-stakes finance roles in Singapore and Miami, shaped her passion for purposeful community building.Adria reveals the inspiration behind The Vine, her groundbreaking community fostering altruistic connections, and introduces Zero AI—a pioneering platform using artificial intelligence to build trust, unite diverse groups, and solve the world’s most pressing challenges. Discover how Zero AI is set to revolutionize networking for governments, corporations, non-profits, and entire countries by creating safe, authentic spaces that foster collaboration and shared purpose.Whether you’re passionate about technology, philanthropy, or creating meaningful impact, this conversation is packed with wisdom, practical advice, and inspiration. Hear Adria's core philosophy on the power of giving, the future of AI in human connection, and her vision for a more trusting, abundant world.

Join us for an inspiring episode of TBCY’s "Leaders Who Care" series as Mark Sadovnick sits down with Reuben Ramirez, retired Assistant Chief of Police from the Dallas Police Department. Reuben shares his unique journey from growing up on a hay farm in South Texas to serving nearly three decades with Dallas PD. Dive deep into the realities of policing, the impact of secondary trauma, and the urgent importance of officer mental health and wellness.Discover how Reuben’s humanities-centered education, family values, and contrarian approach shaped both his leadership style and his innovative wellness initiative, Checkpoints. Reuben now champions first responder health at Versaterm, utilizing technology and empathy to revolutionize wellness in law enforcement. Whether you’re interested in public service, leadership, or humanity’s next steps in mental health, this episode is a must-watch

From Melbourne to Canada to the U.S., Austin Fowler’s journey took him from quantum computing labs to global philanthropy. Inspired by Opportunity InternFrom Melbourne to Canada to the U.S., Austin Fowler’s journey took him from quantum computing labs to global philanthropy. Inspired by Opportunity International’s “hand up, not hand out” approach, he’s building bridges between resources and the unbankable—transforming potential into prosperity at scale.00:28 – About Austin Fowler Austin Fowler is the Founder and CEO of Stairway Invest.

What does it mean to be a Chief Reframer? Stela Lupushor joins The Brand Called You podcast to challenge outdated workplace models. From AI integration to human capital ROI, she shows how to rethink systems, not just tweak them. A must-listen for future-ready leaders.00:31- About Stela LupushorStela is the founder and chief executive re-framer of Reframe.Work. She is also the program director, strategic workforce planning and HR Be Peace Council at the Conference Board and facilitates conversations with Fortune 500 corporation members on building new global workforce strategies.She also is the human capital analytics center leader at the Conference Board, shaping its research agenda.Stela is also the founder chairperson of the board of directors of ‘Amazing’, a non-profit organization extending the work horizon for women and empowering them to thrive in the workplace of the future.

In this engaging episode of The Brand Called You, Alexander Thomson—commercial real estate leader and first Canadian chair of NAIOP. From over $2B in developments to shaping livable urban spaces, Alex shares insights on redefining success, building communities, and leading with long-term impact.00:35- About Alexander ThomsonAlex is the founder of Prevail Consultants, offering strategic guidance as a trusted advisor and fractional executive for companies and entrepreneurial owners alike.

David Belt turned dumpsters into pools, junkyards into country clubs, and derelict buildings into cutting-edge tech incubators. As the founder of Newlab, he champions “critical technologies” that serve society—not just Silicon Valley. His story is a masterclass in turning constraint into creativity and vision into impact.00:26- About David BeltDavid Belt is the Co-Founder and CEO at Newlab, a hardware-focused startup accelerator in Brooklyn, New York.

Discover the power of standards-based management in this insightful episode of The Brand Called You! Host Ashutosh Garg welcomes Derrick Van Mell, Principal of the Center for Management Terms and Practices, for a deep dive into why organizations desperately need common language, ethical leadership, and clearly defined standards for competence.Derrick shares pivotal moments from his own 25-year advisory journey, revealing why less than 10% of businesses follow a real strategic plan—and how standards-based management can transform chaos into collaboration. Hear how a caring boss inspired Derrick’s whole approach and learn why younger managers are embracing ethics, compassion, and a global mindset.We also explore Derrick’s book “Atoms and Orchestras,” the impact of management standards across countries and industries, and actionable advice for both leaders and frontline employees. If you want to unlock long-term strategic execution and create fulfilling workplaces, don’t miss this episode!

In this illuminating episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Stewart Cohen, CEO & Managing Partner of SuperStock, and Director of Stewart Cohen Pictures. Stewart shares his fascinating journey in the worlds of photography, film, and media archiving. Dive in for a structured summary complete with key timestamps and discussion highlights![00:01:01] What Sparked Stewart Cohen’s Journey Into Photography?The early influence of iconic French photographers and the emotional power of imagesFirst photo purchase: Cartier-Bresson’s celebrated image and its impact on Stewart’s passionThe ways photographs transport viewers to different worlds and instill wanderlustIndia’s Pushkar and its allure as an early photographic bucket-list destination

From fleeing war-torn Lebanon to skiing in Davos, to Harvard, Lehman, and beyond—Yalda’s story is one of bold pivots, fearless grit, cultural fusion, and relentless purpose. A mother of three, a global citizen, and a leader who truly cares.00:24- About Yalda AoukarYalda Aoukar is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Bracket Capital, a leading private markets investor based in Los Angeles, which she co-launched in 2017.

Anna Reger’s story is not just one of survival, but transformation. From growing up in poverty and facing tragedy to building multi-million dollar businesses and pioneering products like Flip Lok, she’s proof that resilience and purpose create unstoppable force. This episode of Leaders Who Care shines a light on how grit, grace, and bold action rewrite destinies.00:09- About Anna RegerAnna is the founder of Flip Lok.