Best Rowan Brand Podcasts (2025)

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How Walmart EVP Andrea Albright Creates Psychological Safety 21:23

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This special episode of Women in Retail Talks features a rerun of a previously published interview with Andrea Albright, executive vice president and chief growth officer, International, Walmart and operating partner, Massmart. This episode was originally published on March 18. Albright discusses how operational efficiency across Walmart's global n…

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Building tomorrow's private market portfolio | In conversation with Marc Rowan, CEO of Apollo Global Management 13:42

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In this episode of The CEO Perspectives, Mick Dempsey, President of Mercer Investments & Retirement business, sits down with Marc Rowan, CEO of Apollo Global Management, for a candid conversation on the structural forces reshaping private markets. As one of the architects of the convergence between insurance capital and private credit, Marc offers …

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Redefiners 2025 Wrapped: What's Next for Leaders 46:19

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There was no shortage of challenges for leaders in 2025, as they navigated a year filled with uncertainty and change. Leaders’ skills were tested as they steered their organizations through changes in the global economy, geopolitics, AI transformation, succession planning, and board relationships. In this final Redefiners episode of the season, hos…

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How REI President and CEO Mary Beth Laughton Leads With Purpose 26:38

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Co-Founder Melissa Campanelli interviews Mary Beth Laughton, president and CEO of REI Co-op, a specialty outdoor retailer and the nation’s largest consumer co-op. This interview was recorded at the Women in Retail Leadership Circle On the Road: Seattle event, held on Nov. 6…

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Leadership Lounge: How to Create and Maintain Impact as a Leader 18:21

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Creating leadership impact isn’t about one defining moment—it’s about the ripple effects your leadership generates over time. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, Emma Combe sits down with Shannon Knott and Erin Marie Collins to unpack what meaningful impact looks like today, and how leaders can sustain it. They explore: Why impact extends beyond …

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How PopSockets CEO Jiayu Lin Taps Into Cultural Relevance With Global Reach 30:28

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Jiayu Lin, CEO of PopSockets, a global digital lifestyle company that sells empowering, fun and expressive products for mobile phones. Lin describes the business' 10 years of growth since inventing the original phone grip, how PopSoc…

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From Postnatal Depression to Empowerment & Purpose | Sharifa Begum’s Founder Journey 28:27

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From postnatal depression to national recognition - Sharifa Begum’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. After facing isolation, anxiety, and a loss of identity as a new mother, Sharifa found strength in connecting women, building confidence, and creating space for shared stories. That spark became the SHE Awards UK - a platform th…

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The Inspiring Story of Neelam Challoner | Going Against the Grain & Designing Her Own Life 48:45

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What happens when a 15-year-old girl refuses to follow tradition and chooses her own destiny? Meet Neelam Challoner - multi-award-winning coach, author, and founder of Designer Life. A woman who walked away from expectation to build a life rooted in faith, purpose, and bold self-belief. Her journey is powerful, honest, and deeply empowering - a mas…

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She Left Dentistry to Heal Hearts: Hema’s Journey from Infertility to Purpose 31:21

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What happens when a woman walks away from a secure career to follow her soul’s calling? After six years of infertility, IVF heartbreak, loss, and silence within her community, Hema found her purpose - helping others rise through the same pain. This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply healing. 🎧 Episode Highlights: How Hema transformed from dent…

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The Chaos, Culture & Confidence Behind Punjabi Content Queen Aman Brar 56:30

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Aman Brar is the definition of real, raw and unstoppable. From raising three children to creating content that makes millions feel seen, she has built an empire on authenticity, chaos and culture - without ever compromising who she is. In this honest and vibrant conversation, Aman opens up about motherhood, Punjabi identity, online judgement, and w…

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Why Diets Fail: Rowan on Rewiring Identity, Not Meal Plans 36:21

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Most “transformations” fail because they start with food and workouts. Rowan starts with identity. After walking away from accounting, he spent over 20 years coaching at the intersection of mind, body, and life - helping women rebuild their boundaries, bandwidth, and belief so that change actually lasts. 🎧 Episode Highlights: The Meraki Method - 12…

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The Bus Driver’s Son | Finding Purpose, Healing, and a Voice 32:21

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What happens when you finally stop running from your feelings? In this powerful and moving conversation, Sukhvinder (“Suky”) Grewal opens up about his journey from emotional disconnection to self-awareness — and how becoming a counsellor helped him heal himself first. After 15 years in the civil service, a single counselling course changed the dire…

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The Urgent Race to Create 800 Million Jobs: World Bank President Ajay Banga’s Global Challenge 28:50

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Roughly 1.2 billion young people will reach working age in developing countries over the next 10-15 years. However, current projections show that only 420 million jobs are expected to be created by that time, meaning millions of young people will be left without a clear path to employment. World Bank President Ajay Banga joins Clarke Murphy and Mar…

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Navigating markets: LDI and beyond 14:30

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Over the past five years, we've seen vast changes in interest rate and inflation levels globally, making it important for investors to understand what is driving market dynamics and the impact on portfolio execution and risk management. In this episode of Critical Thinking, Mercer’s UK Head of Investments Helen Hope is joined by US LDI Investments …

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How Carhartt’s Andi Donovan Leads Purposeful Growth Across Wholesale and B2B 26:52

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Andi Donovan, senior vice president of wholesale and Carhartt Company Gear at Carhartt, a global premium workwear brand established in 1889 with a rich heritage of developing durable products for workers on and off the job. Listen in…

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Leadership Lounge: How to Be an Effective Board Director When Everything Is On Fire 18:53

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Board directors operate in an environment of high complexity and volatility. The question isn't whether crises will occur—it's whether directors have the skills, judgment, and relationships to navigate them effectively. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to two of our trusted advisors—Gwenael Quere and Ted Dysart—who share their perspect…

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Quality drives growth by building customer loyalty and trust in the brand- Adrian Hill talks about the embedded quality culture at Morris Lubricants 26:39

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Send us a text The commitment to quality at Morris Lubricants is one of the core company values. The association with quality of the Morris Lubricants brand and its commitment to sustainability is creating business growth opportunities for the business. Adrian Hill Technology Manager at Morris Lubricants talks to Steve Mayo about how the company co…

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CEO Amy Sullivan on Balancing Brand Legacy and Reinvention at The Brand House Collective 20:34

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Co-Founder Melissa Campanelli interviews Amy Sullivan, CEO and chief merchant and creative officer of The Brand House Collective, a merchandising, supply chain and retail operator leading the brick-and-mortar vision and strategy for Kirkland's Home along with Beyond, Inc.'s…

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Sweet Success: How Mars Blends Family, Values, and Growth with former Mars SVP & Head of Corporate Development Valerie Mars 36:38

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How does a more than 100-year-old family-owned business continue to evolve and grow across generations to become one of the largest privately held companies in the world? On today’s Redefiners episode, Clarke and Marla are joined by Valerie Mars, former Senior Vice President & Head of Corporate Development for Mars, Incorporated, to talk about how …

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1 Theme, 2 CIOs, 3 Questions: Navigating Markets in a Macro-Driven Investment Environment with Bon Secours Mercy Health and the Hershey Trust 20:36

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We're excited to launch the first episode of our new Critical Thinking series: 1 Theme, 2 CIOs, 3 Questions. Each episode focuses on one key investment theme, featuring two leading Chief Investment Officers who tackle three big questions shaping today's investment landscape. In this debut episode, Mercer's Andre Boucher sits down with Jim Mahoney, …

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Trust, Faith & Fearless Leadership | Imran Savas on Redefining Success 41:38

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When you stand for something, you’ll be tested. In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, Imran Savas, founder of Tape UK, shares how he built one of the UK’s most values-driven business platforms — without investors, without shortcuts, and without compromising on purpose. From growing up on free school meals to becoming Entrepreneur of the Ye…

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From Pain to Peace: Aman Kaur on Healing Yourself to Heal Your Children 34:50

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When a parent heals, an entire generation transforms. In this deeply honest and heartfelt conversation, Aman Kaur shares how heartbreak led her to discover her purpose — helping parents heal their own wounds so their children can thrive. Through her work as The Mindful Parenting Coach, Aman guides families to move beyond reaction and toward connect…

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Celebrity Endorsements, Brand Partnerships Fuel Tiny Tags' Growth 23:07

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Co-Founder Melissa Campanelli interviews Melissa Clayton, founder and CEO of Tiny Tags, a fine jewelry brand. Listen in as Clayton shares the story behind Tiny Tags, including the growth of the business without external funding.…

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The ABN Resource Lubricants Talent Report Podcast with James Moorhouse & Steve Knapp 1:07:56

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Send us a text The fifth edition of the annual Lubricants Talent Report by ABN Resource is available for free and for you to download from the ABN Resource website. With a record number of participants, the report provides you with deep insight into the key trends impacting the global lubricants workforce. Satisfaction is on the rise, confidence ha…

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Frontier markets debt’s breakout moment 15:17

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With developed markets facing higher debt burdens, elevated rates, and ongoing uncertainty, investors are increasingly considering frontier market debt as a means of diversifying portfolios and achieving long-term growth potential. In this episode of Critical Thinking, host Jean de Kock is joined by Anja Needham and Adam Shenton. Together, they dis…

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Leadership Lounge: How to Build a Top-Performing C-suite: The Leadership Blueprint for Sustained High Performance 16:45

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From Burnout to Alpha Camp | Deepa Bhatti on Rebuilding Women’s Strength 32:01

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Gwyn Simmonds Executive Director of Polaris Laboratories talks fluid analysis its role in equipment reliability and how it is driving customer loyalty. 28:16

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By Steve Mayo

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Dare to Dream, Dare to be Different, Thew World is YOUR Stage | Sonal's Founder Journey 32:53

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Born in Uganda and raised in the UK, Sonal Dave has lived a life defined by resilience, reinvention, and purpose. Diagnosed at birth with congenital hip dysplasia and living with hidden disabilities and chronic pain, she faced barriers at every stage — but refused to let them define her. After a successful career in the civil service, rising to Dep…

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What I Learned Running a Factory at 14 | Joti’s Founder Journey 31:50

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From running around her parents’ factory as a child to helping lead the second generation of her family business, Joti Reehal’s story has come full circle. What started with a career in IT — cut short by arthritis and chronic pain — became the spark that led her back to fabrics, furnishings, and the world she grew up in. For the last 22 years, Joti…

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How Thushara Collins Turned Struggles Into Strength 50:18

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Growing up in 1970s Britain, Thushara Collins and her family faced racism and even physical attacks simply for being different. Those challenges built her resilience and independence — qualities that would carry her through motherhood, study, and a remarkable legal career. From taking her law exams just six weeks after a C-section, to building an a…

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Good governance: The hidden lever behind investment success 18:07

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With increasing uncertainty and market complexity putting decision makers under mounting pressure, governance shines through as a tool for gaining a potential competitive edge. In this episode, Helen Hope is joined by Jay Love and Boutros Thiery, to unpack what good governance is, explain why poor structures may hinder investors, and break down how…

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"The Truth About Karma, Energy & Soul Lessons | Gautami | Founder in the Chair 40:36

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✨ What if the struggles you face today aren’t random — but patterns carried from past lives? In this episode of Founder in the Chair, Veena sits down with Gautami, an astrologer, numerologist, and past life regression therapist, to explore how karma, energy, and soul lessons shape our life path. From Bollywood beginnings to guiding people through t…

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Building Dacora: Kristie D’Ambrosio-Correll on Starting an Ultra-Luxury EV Company 35:53

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Kristie D’Ambrosio-Correll, CEO and co-founder of Dacora Motors, the first American ultra-luxury electric automotive brand. D’Ambrosio-Correll shares when she realized her dream of launching an American automotive brand could become …

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The Art of the Superhero Turnaround with former Marvel Entertainment CEO Peter Cuneo 29:47

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Marvel Studios and many of its numerous characters are household names around the world. Their superhero-powered movies earn hundreds of millions and sometimes billions of dollars at the box office, including the #2 top grossing movie of all time – Avengers: Endgame. They’re also arguably one of the top turnaround stories of the past 20 years, as t…

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IKEA US Commercial Chief Antonella Pucarelli on People-First Leadership 20:25

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Co-Founder Melissa Campanelli interviews Antonella Pucarelli, chief commercial officer of IKEA U.S. Listen in as Pucarelli shares her journey to IKEA, how her global experiences have shaped her leadership style, IKEA's commitment to a people-first culture, its digital trans…

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Private markets in motion: Navigating complexity and innovation in today’s private markets 15:38

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Private credit has evolved rapidly over the past decade, becoming one of the most in-demand asset classes for investors seeking diversification, income, and resilience in portfolios. Yet with this growth has come added complexity, from structural shifts in lending markets to new product innovations and heightened regulatory changes. In this episode…

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Leadership Lounge: Built to Last or Built to Learn: How Leaders Can Develop Resilience 18:32

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In an era where adaptability trumps consistency, the leaders who survive and thrive are those who've mastered the art of bouncing back stronger. Yet our Global Leadership Monitor reveals that leaders' preparedness to face threats such as uncertain economic growth and geopolitical uncertainty is at its lowest point since we began tracking in 2021. T…

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Harry Rowan Shell Panolin talks Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants 19:46

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Send us a text Depending on which analysts data you take the annual market growth rates for biodegradable lubricants range between 4.7% and 14 % between 2025 and 2032. From a user perspective the terminology used in this area can be confusing and selecting the right product can make a real difference both in terms of performance and the impact on e…

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Rowan Founder and CEO Louisa Schneider on Pivoting to Follow Your Brand 'Why' 20:05

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Louisa Schneider, founder and CEO of Rowan, an ear piercing and hypoallergenic jewelry brand with studios across the U.S. Schneider discusses her entrepreneurial spirit and the genesis of the brand, her strategies for maintaining Row…

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From Two Sarees to a Legacy Brand | Sana’s Journey with Mona Lisa Sarees 25:07

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From just two sarees to a thriving fashion and community brand — this is the inspiring story of Sana, the founder of Mona Lisa Sarees and the force behind the Mona Lisa Pop-Up Shops. At just 19, Sana moved to the UK with no business experience. What started as a search for the perfect outfit for her daughter’s first birthday has grown into a legacy…

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Turning Struggles Into Change: How Kaneez Started Dr. Expat to Make a Difference in Dubai 34:02

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From redundancy to resilience, Kaneez Nabijee’s story is one of transformation and purpose. After leaving a 13-year career in finance, Kaneez took a leap into the unknown — building Dr. Expat, a medical recruitment and licensing consultancy that’s now a trusted name across the UAE and GCC. In this conversation with host Veena Nayyar, Kaneez opens u…

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The Leadership Lessons That Shaped Us: Celebrating 100 Episodes of Redefiners 35:49

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After four years and 100 episodes of extraordinary conversations with world-class leaders, what are the most powerful leadership lessons that have emerged? In this milestone episode, hosts Simon Kingston and Marla Oates dig through the Redefiners archives to share the top 10 leadership insights. From Ruth Porat's revelation that not having a rigid …

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The evolution of private markets 19:38

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As private markets have evolved, investors have shifted their approach away from a one-size-fits-all portfolio structure focused on closed end funds towards more bespoke constructions. Alongside this, liquidity concerns amongst both LPs and GPs have prompted a strategic reassessment of the role co-investments and secondary transactions play in mode…

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How Anthropologie's Anu Narayanan Takes a 'Change or Fail' Approach to Her Career 33:00

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Anu Narayanan, president of women's and home at Anthropologie, a global lifestyle brand in the URBN portfolio. Listen in as Narayanan shares her career journey in retail, how she infuses creativity and risk in her teams' everyday wor…

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They Said I Was Too Dark & Ugly – My Journey to Self-Worth Through Dance | Nina's Choreography 41:22

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From childhood trauma and a life-changing firework accident to battling depression and rejection in Bollywood, Nina’s journey is one of resilience, passion, and self-belief. In this episode of Founder in the Chair, she shares how dance became her healing outlet, the challenges she faced building a business in a new country, and the single act of su…

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Leadership Lounge: Leadership Under Fire: How Mentorship Can Help C-suites Turn Headwinds Into Opportunity 18:59

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C-suite executives face an unprecedented cascade of simultaneous challenges—AI transformation, regulatory upheaval, geopolitical instability, and economic turbulence. Unlike previous generations who weathered single crises, today’s leaders must navigate sustained uncertainty that many have never experienced before. So, how can the right mentor tran…

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Mandeep Bains on Legacy, Loss & How to Keep Your Wealth Out of the Government’s Hands 30:58

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What happens when you hit burnout and realise you’ve been living on autopilot? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Mandeep Bains — financial advisor, father, and truth-seeker — to talk about the moment he lost himself… and how he found purpose again. We explore masculinity, identity, faith, and what it really takes to leave a legacy that last…

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Bucherer’s Jillian Chisari on Marketing Luxury Watches in a Digital World 24:43

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Jillian Chisari, vice president of digital at Bucherer, a leading luxury watch retailer. Listen in as Chisari details the difference between luxury and traditional retail marketing, balancing the legacy of the Bucherer brand with inn…

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Lubricant Expo Europe 2025 Raymond Pietersen shares insight into the upcoming expo 11:12

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Send us a text Raymond Pietersen Event Director for Lubricant Expo Europe 2025 shares insight into the forthcoming event taking place in Dusseldorf 16th to 18th September. Its the largest Lubricant Expo so far with over 90 speakers and over 250 exhibitors with visitor number expected to be in excess of 4000. Raymond shares whats new and how the eve…