Open For Business
BFM Media
The flagship entrepreneurship show on BFM, featuring personal business stories from early stage start-ups, all the way to billionaire octogenarians in Malaysia and abroad. Notable guests include Martin Cooper (father of the mobile phone), Julian Assange (founder of WikiLeaks), Ralph Henry Baer (father of video games), Tony Buzan (Mindmap Guru), Isaac Tigrett (Hard Rock Cafe founder), Robert Kiyosaki (Financial Guru), Nick Vujicic (motivational speaker) and more. Tap into this valuable resource of shared experiences for the SME industry, which also touches on news, issues and trends affecting the business community and beyond.
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Mar 16, 2021 • 25min
First To Respond
Communication has proven to be a key priority especially as COVID-19 continues to rage on; but for frontliners especially, direct, clear, and instant two way communication is absolutely essential. Solomon Lorthu, managing director at the Penang design center and site operations at Motorola Solutions Malaysia talks about the two-way radio, the R&D process for product innovation, and how the company has been handling the effects of the pandemic close to home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 16, 2021 • 22min
Real-Time Behavioral and Passive Data
With digital transformation leapfrogging due to the pandemic, data analytics is more important than ever. But data itself isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. InsightzClub, for instance, specializes in real-time behavioral and passive data, providing clients with valuable insights into the changing nature of consumer behavior. We speak to Mritunjay Kumar, co-founder and CEO of InsightzClub, about the ways his startup is engaging with big-name clients, as well as some interesting trends that have cropped up over the last couple of years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 16, 2021 • 22min
Real-Time Behavioral and Passive Data
With digital transformation leapfrogging due to the pandemic, data analytics is more important than ever. But data itself isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. InsightzClub, for instance, specializes in real-time behavioral and passive data, providing clients with valuable insights into the changing nature of consumer behavior. We speak to Mritunjay Kumar, co-founder and CEO of InsightzClub, about the ways his startup is engaging with big-name clients, as well as some interesting trends that have cropped up over the last couple of years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 15, 2021 • 26min
A Credit Stepping Stone for Malaysians
Since April 2020, more than 250 brands have signed with Buy-Now-Pay-Later fintech provider Pay With Split (Split) including Dyson, Lorna Jane, and Gamers Hideout. They’ve also successfully generated some RM10 million in revenue for Malaysian businesses with their BNPL concept. We speak to co-founder of Split Dylan Tan about the recent surge in demand for BNPL, how they make their “no late-fees” model work, and why the whole idea sounds too good to be true. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 11, 2021 • 16min
Paving the Way for UAVs
OFO Tech is a technology solution provider specializing in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) based solutions. They cater for engineering and industrial application in various industries such as construction, infrastructure, city management, and many more. Armi Majid, the founder of OFO Tech, discusses the budding success of their company and how keeping up with technology is ever-important in a constantly changing world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 10, 2021 • 21min
Redefining Gameplay
Matchroom.net defies the notion that eSports is only for professional gamers. There are millions of passionate gamers and fans across this region who enjoy the thrill of eSports and are looking to access competitions and tournaments, playing their favourite games, anytime, anywhere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 10, 2021 • 20min
Bridging the Autistic Education Gap
Schools and students are struggling to cope with the pandemic. This struggle is doubled for those with special needs. We catch up with Gan Huey Sien, principal and founder of SEED, to talk about the progress her education center has made since we last spoke. We also talk about SEED’s new initiatives, and how they plan to plug the professional gap while moving the industry forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 8, 2021 • 20min
The Cloud Is The Future
It’s no secret that the pandemic has accelerated digital transformation around the world, but what does that mean for providers of cloud solutions and digital services? We speak to Iskandar Ahmat, Country Manager of Cloud 4C Malaysia, about the cloud as the next stage in business evolution. We also chat about Malaysia’s adoption rate, challenges during implementation, as well as the cloud’s place in a post-pandemic marketplace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 8, 2021 • 18min
The Lasting Success Of CompuMed
Fiona Limus, founder and CEO of CompuMed, discusses how she’s approached keeping the business afloat since its inception in 1998, her thoughts on entrepreneurship, and how she continues to grow the company in the face of adversity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 4, 2021 • 18min
Waste Not, Want Not
Malaysia’s 2020 ranking on sustainable development goals in consumption and production patterns showed no trend information; clearly, significant challenges still remain. Chelsea Chee, founder of Maeko - a company dedicated to tackle the issue of food waste - shares her thoughts on whether we are able to achieve SDG12 by 2030. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
