An Indianness Journey From Food to Fame with Shrimoyee Chakraborty
In this episode, I sit down with the trailblazing Chef, Shrimoyee Chakraborty, Presenter and Producer at Bagh Films Limited. From her early days in Kolkata's suburbs to becoming a culinary and media sensation in London, Shrimoyee's journey is a testament to tenacity, vision and passion.
Discovering Passion Beyond Code with Ravi Simhambhatla of Avis Budget Group Inc.
The journey from humble beginnings to industry leadership contains invaluable lessons and experiences.
In this episode, I sit down with Ravi Simhambhatla, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital and Innovation Officer of Avis Budget Group Inc. With an eventful career marked by tenures at Virgin America, Tesla and various airlines, Ravi models resilience, adaptability and the transformative power of technology.
Overcoming Personal Tragedy on the Path to Public Service with Congressman Shri Thanedar
In today’s episode, I’m honored to chat with Shri Thanedar, Ph.D., Congressman. From a modest beginning in India to establishing himself in America, Shri displayed relentless ambition and resilience. Each step in his life, be it his role as a scientist, an entrepreneur or a congressman, demonstrated a version of the immigrant dream.
Globe-Trotting Grit with Sushma Bhatia of Google
On this episode, I’m joined by Sushma Bhatia, Global Head of Strategy and Operations at Google, who shares her experience of diverse cultures around the world and how they shaped her into the successful leader she is today.
Sustainably Balanced with Vijay Sankaran at Johnson Controls
On this episode, I’m joined by Vijay Sankaran, Chief Technology Officer at Johnson Controls, to hear his insights into creating a sustainable work-life balance that can propel future success.
A Prescription for Change with Nitin Sahney at PharmaCord
On this episode, I welcome Nitin Sahney, Founder and CEO of PharmaCord, not only to hear about his professional journey but also to glean his unique insights on the pharma and healthcare industries in the US and the work he is doing to improve them.
Byte-Sized Lessons for Success with Ashwin Bharath at Revature
On this episode, I’m joined by Ashwin Bharath, CEO and Co-Founder of Revature, for an insightful perspective on how success ripples outward from leaders who work on behalf of their colleagues and team members.
A Prescription for Community with Chintu Patel at Amneal Pharmaceuticals
On this episode, Chintu Patel, Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Amneal Pharmaceuticals, joins me to share details about his journey of founding an immensely successful pharmaceutical company. Amneal is now one of the top four largest Generic Pharmaceutical Companies in the US, with an annual revenue in excess of $2.0B.
Going the Extra Mile with Ravi Puri at Capgemini
The pursuit of success is rarely a nine-to-five job. It requires a full commitment, both in and out of the office.
On this episode, I’m joined by Ravi Puri, Chief Portfolio Officer at Capgemini. He shares his unique journey of achievement as the child of Indian and Scandinavian parents.
Autonomous Achievement with Dr. Vivek Lall at General Atomics Global Corporation
One of the strengths of coming from a multicultural background, as so many Indian Americans do, is the ability to bridge the cultural gaps that often divide global organizations.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Vivek Lall, Chief Executive at General Atomics Global Corporation, to explore the effect that a diverse background has on the ability to merge disparate cultures.
A Masterclass in Ambition with Dr. SP Kothari at MIT Sloan School of Management
On the journey to success, good fortune is nothing unless it is paired with hard work, and hard work can often be enough to overcome bad fortune.
On this episode, I’m joined by Dr. SP Kothari, Professor and Former Assistant Dean Dean at the MIT Sloan School of Management.
Rx for Success with Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan at BayCare Health System
On this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan, Chief Physician Executive at BayCare Health System, who offers her prescription for professional growth as an Indian American healthcare leader.
Fencing and Financing with Sunil Sabharwal, formerly at IMF
On this episode, I’m joined by The Honorable Sunil Sabharwal, former US Board Member to IMF, who describes a diverse professional career in seemingly disparate fields, but which Sunil has used to pursue growth and development at every turn.
Learning From the School of Life with Shailja Dixit at Curio Digital Therapeutics Inc.
On this episode, I’m joined by Shailja Dixit, CEO at Curio Digital Therapeutics Inc., to hear about the lessons her life experiences taught her, and how those lessons cultivated passions that she has since pursued in her personal and professional life.
Earning Your Wings with Swami Iyer at Virgin Galactic
With a strong work ethic and a supportive community, Indian Americans can successfully achieve greatness in all industries.
On this inaugural episode, I’m joined by Swami Iyer, former President of Aerospace Systems at Virgin Galactic. He shares with me how his determination, cultivated through a childhood of scarcity, allowed him to pursue a career in which he is quite literally reaching for the stars.