Shaikh Fadilah Ahmad - From Diplomacy to Coffee: Embracing The Shifts

This week, Trisha interviews Shaikh Fadilah Ahmad, a former diplomat from Brunei, Darussalam. Shaikh Fadilah shares his rich career experiences spanning 30 years and his seamless transition to 'coffee diplomacy' after retirement -at least from the Diplomatic Service. The conversation dives into the importance of cultural intelligence (CQ) and how Fadilah applied his early learnings of respect and cultural adaptability in his diplomatic career. They also discuss his successful pivot to owning a coffee shop, mentoring young entrepreneurs, and his involvement in social causes. His passion for coffee culture and art exhibitions in his cafe is underlined, offering a unique blend of business, personal connection, and social impact.You can connect with Fadilah on LinkedIn and/or explore his cafe (especially the cake gallery) via his website and if you are lucky enough to visit in person -enjoy!