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In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Sarah Megginson during Money20/20 Asia in Bangkok for a conversation on personal finance, media, communication, and making money conversations more accessible.Sarah is a personal finance expert, author of 'How to Raise Rich Kids', media spokesperson, and former senior editor across leading Australian finance publications. With over 20 years of experience across property, finance journalism, and consumer money education, she brings a practical and approachable lens to how people think, talk, and learn about money.In this conversation, Sarah shares her journey into media and personal finance, the finance trends she is watching in 2026, regional differences across Southeast Asia, the changing world of media and communication, and the work behind helping parents raise financially confident children.A special thank you to Money20/20 Asia for having Exponential as one of the media representatives during the event. We would also like to thank our partners at Midas PR for making this conversation happen and for their support behind the scenes.Follow Sarah’s personal finance content on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneymargarita/What we cover in this episode:00:00 – Introduction01:09 – Sarah’s origin storyHer journey into media, property, finance journalism, and personal finance education.04:58 – Finance trends to watch in 2026The key themes Sarah is keeping an eye on across personal finance, money habits, and consumer behavior.09:59 – Regional differences and Southeast Asia opportunitiesHow personal finance conversations differ across markets and where Sarah sees opportunity and challenges in the region.23:40 – Media, communications, and technology trends in 2026How trust, attention, and technology are evolving in the finance media landscape.32:03 – How to Raise Rich KidsSarah’s work as an author and why financial education needs to start earlier, at home and in everyday conversations.37:02 – What’s next for SarahUpcoming projects, announcements, and areas she is excited to explore.38:26 – Thinking about personal financeReflecting on your money-management approachIf you’re interested in personal finance, media, money education, parenting, or the future of financial communication, this episode offers a thoughtful and practical conversation with one of the most approachable voices in the space.#TheExponentialShow #Money2020Asia #PersonalFinance #FinancialEducation #MediaTrends #HowToRaiseRichKids #MoneyMargarita #MidasPR #FinanceForFamilies

In Episode 34 of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Ben Lephilibert, a pioneer in food waste management and sustainability in the hospitality industry.As the CEO of LightBlue and Co-Founder of The PLEDGE on Food Waste, Ben shares how over a decade of working closely with kitchens, chefs, and systems has shaped his perspective on one of the world’s most overlooked problems.From the early days of building LightBlue to developing scalable methodologies and technology, this conversation explores what it really takes to change industry behavior at scale.Chapters:00:00 Intro02:28 Origin Story — From launching LightBlue in 2013 to building The PLEDGE on Food Waste, what drove Ben to tackle this problem?14:03 The ‘Made It’ Moment — When did it become clear that LightBlue’s methodology could influence industry standards?16:11 Busting Myths — What are the biggest misconceptions about food waste that still exist today?23:33 Lessons from the Ground — Memorable (and sometimes frustrating) moments working with kitchens and chefs34:26 From Systems to Tech — The evolution from audits and processes to building scalable tech solutions like FIT43:24 Inside the Bin — After 13 years, does restaurant waste still surprise him?52:51 Untapped Opportunities — Where is the biggest opportunity in solving food waste today, and what is Ben building toward?58:04 Staying the Course — What keeps him motivated after more than a decade in this space?About the Sponsor:This episode is supported by True Digital Park, Thailand’s most comprehensive soft-landing platform for international individuals and companies.From business registration and visa & work permit support to deep immersion in Thailand’s business and cultural ecosystem, True Digital Park helps you build and scale with confidence.Watch the full episode to understand how food waste can be tackled not just through awareness, but through systems, discipline, and scalable solutions.

In Episode 33 of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Ankit Upadhyay, Founder & General Partner at A2D Ventures, Co-Founder & CEO at VentureGrid, and Co-Founder of Venture Spark, for a deep conversation on building startup infrastructure across Thailand and Southeast Asia.From venture platforms to founder enablement and ecosystem building, Ankit shares how he approaches investing beyond just writing cheques — focusing instead on building systems, networks, and platforms that help startups scale sustainably.We explore ecosystem gaps, regional opportunity areas, sector trends beyond the AI hype cycle, and what early-stage founders in Thailand can do differently to increase their odds of success.Chapters00:00 – Introduction02:10 – Origin Story. Key career milestones and the motivations that led to launching A2D Ventures.09:04 – Building an Ecosystem of Your Own. The startup infrastructure challenges Ankit is addressing through A2D Ventures, VentureGrid, and Venture Spark.24:23 – Regional Trends. Opportunities and structural challenges for startups in Thailand and the wider Southeast Asia region.26:46 – Sector Trends Beyond the AI Buzzwords. Where real investor activity is flowing, and which verticals are showing long-term potential.36:02 – Advice for Early-Stage Founders. Hard-earned lessons from investing in and working closely with startups across the region.43:27 – What Can We Do Better? How The Exponential Show can better tell founder and business stories in Southeast Asia.46:58 – Embracing Failure. Ankit reflects on his biggest professional setback and the lessons it taught him.50:28 – The Next Frontier. What major goals and ambitions he is working toward in the coming months.This conversation is especially relevant for founders, operators, investors, and anyone interested in how Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem is evolving.A special thank you to our episode sponsor, True Digital Park, Thailand’s most comprehensive soft-landing platform for international individuals and companies.True Digital Park brings together workspace, community, and ecosystem support to help businesses and talent launch, grow, and scale in Thailand.If you’re building in Thailand or exploring expansion into the region, this ecosystem matters.If you enjoy conversations at the intersection of startups, venture capital, and ecosystem building in Southeast Asia, make sure to subscribe to The Exponential Show.

On the 3rd and 4th of February, our host, Mayank Singh, had the privilege of representing Exponential at The Game Changer – Outlook 2026 & Beyond, a milestone 2-day gathering of business leaders with Thai, regional, and global footprints.Hosted at the stunning Nai Lert Park in Bangkok, the event is part of a larger series leading up to the World Bank and IMF Annual Meeting 2026 in Bangkok.Over two packed days, leaders across geopolitics, finance, AI, family business, digital assets, cybersecurity, and global trade shared powerful insights on navigating uncertainty and building long-term resilience.Below is a breakdown of the key themes and conversations from the event.– Setting the Stage: The Spirit of Dialogue & Global ‘Disorder’Dr. Supachai Panitchpakdi (former Director General, WTO & UNCTAD) reflects on global uncertainty, geopolitical fractures, and the importance of smaller nations participating actively in shaping the future.– Risk vs Opportunity in a Changing World OrderDr. Suthiphand Chirathivat (Chairman, Central Group) discusses AI, climate risk, geopolitical instability, and Thailand’s role in global discourse.– Generational Stewardship & Global ScaleCount Gerald van der Straten Ponthoz (AB InBev) shares lessons on long-term stewardship in multi-generational businesses.– Thailand’s Path to a Proptech UnicornMichael Kenner (Lifull Connect / FazWaz) outlines why Thailand hasn’t produced a proptech unicorn yet—and the structural shifts that could change that.– Stewardship, Values & Going Global the Thai WayDr. Harald Link (Chairman, B. Grimm) reflects on leadership, partnership, and leaving organizations better than we found them.– Kaizen & Sustained Growth in Uncertain TimesRamesh Raju (Kaizen Institute Thailand) shares why only 1 in 9 companies sustain growth over a decade—and how continuous improvement changes that.– Traditional Finance Meets Digital AssetsWin Phromphaet (Kasikorn Asset Management), Sakolkorn Sakavee (Bitkub), Poramin Insom (Satang/Firo), and Pichai Chawla (B2 Hotel Group) explore global debt, decentralization, blockchain, and contrarian investing.– Cybersecurity in the Age of Quantum ComputingG T Venkateshwar Rao (Posidex Technologies) explains why quantum-safe cryptography will become critical for financial institutions.– Thailand 2026 & The World Bank PerspectiveKwanpadh Suddhi-Dhamakit (World Bank) highlights high-potential sectors for Thailand including advanced manufacturing, agribusiness, digital services, sustainable tourism, and creative industries.– Geoeconomics, AI & the Rise of a Multi-Polar WorldDr. Supachai returns to discuss weaponized economics, digital transformation, and the need for balanced multilateralism.– Emerging Markets, Commodities & Asset BubblesDr. Marc Faber shares his views on global economic shifts, lean governance, and emerging market opportunities.– Building Human Bonds in BusinessChef David Thompson reflects on fulfilment, mentorship, and Thailand’s cultural rhythm.– AI as Infrastructure, Not Just a ToolParuey (CEO, Spacely AI) shares how AI must be measured by business outcomes, not adoption metrics.– Automate or Be Automated: The AI Reality CheckTiwa York closes the event with a grounded perspective on AI, LLMs, AGI, and the future of work.This special episode is a reflection on leadership, long-term thinking, AI, geopolitics, finance, and Thailand’s place in an increasingly complex worldA big thank you to K. Prinn Panitchpakdi for the invitation and for hosting such a meaningful dialogue-driven event.Thanks again to Plethora IT for supporting this episode.And thank you to our audience for tuning in.If you enjoy conversations at the intersection of business, policy, AI, and entrepreneurship in Southeast Asia — make sure to subscribe.

In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Pratt Hetrakul, Chief Strategy Officer at Movefast, to unpack how marketing leaders should think about measurement, media effectiveness, and decision-making in an increasingly complex, AI-driven world.With a career spanning analytics, marketing science, and performance measurement, Pratt shares a practitioner’s perspective on what it really means to scale media outcomes, where companies go wrong with measurement, and how leaders can balance data, models, and human intuition when making high-stakes decisions.This conversation is especially relevant for marketers, founders, and business leaders navigating growth in Thailand and Southeast Asia.What we cover in this episodeOrigin story: Pratt’s journey into analytics, marketing science, and strategic decision-makingBuilding a measurement mindset: What “scaling media outcomes” truly means from a measurement perspectiveCommon measurement mistakes: The biggest errors companies make when trying to measure marketing performanceScaling with science: How strong measurement frameworks change campaign outcomes and business decisionsData vs intuition: Balancing models, data, and human judgment in leadership decisionsThe Thailand context: How mature media measurement is in Thailand and the region todayWhat’s next: How measurement is evolving as media, AI, and technology continue to change🎯 Episode SponsorThis episode is supported by True Digital Park, Thailand’s most comprehensive soft-landing platform for international individuals and companies. True Digital Park brings together workspace, community, and ecosystem support to help businesses and talent launch, grow, and scale in Thailand.

In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Michael Ray, Co-Founder & CEO of WILDER Hydration, for a wide-ranging conversation on building modern consumer brands, community-led growth, and the evolving fitness and wellness landscape in Thailand.Michael shares the thinking behind launching WILDER, what makes it resonate with today’s health-conscious consumers, and why community, partnerships, and real-world activations play such a critical role in brand building. The discussion also explores distribution, content, startup realities in Thailand, and what lies ahead as WILDER continues to grow.This episode will resonate with founders, operators, brand builders, and anyone interested in the intersection of sports, fitness, wellness, and entrepreneurship in Southeast Asia.IntroductionMichael’s origin story and the journey behind WILDERWhat problem WILDER solves and why the product resonates todayCommunity-led growth: WILDER Training Club, events, and activationsDistribution & reach: what has worked and what hasn’tFitness & wellness trends shaping Thailand todayThe startup ecosystem in Thailand: opportunities and challengesLooking ahead to 2026: goals and milestones for WILDERClosing reflectionsThis episode is sponsored by Swish.Swish operates sports rental facilities across multiple locations in Bangkok, with a strong focus on basketball and community-driven sports experiences. Beyond court rentals, Swish runs Swish Academy for basketball training, hosts pick-up games, leagues, and events, and actively collaborates on partnership activations across sports, fitness, and wellness.Swish is playing a meaningful role in building active, connected communities through sport in Bangkok.A special thank you to Syd Sanchez, founder of Swish, who personally hand-delivered Swish merch for both the guest and the host — a gesture that perfectly reflects the community-first ethos behind what Swish is building.

In the final episode of The Exponential Show for 2025, host Mayank Singh sits down with Surasit Sachdev, Founder & CEO of Hungry Hub, to unpack the journey of building and scaling one of Thailand’s leading dining marketplaces.From early motivations to market expansion, this conversation explores the realities of building a two-sided platform in Southeast Asia, navigating cross-border growth, and staying close to both restaurant partners and diners.Origin story and what led to Hungry HubSolving for restaurants and diners at the same timeKey pivots and evolving market dynamicsExpanding to Singapore and Malaysia - lessons from new marketsCatering to international travelers in ThailandLessons for the next generation of Thai foundersWhat’s next for Hungry Hub in 2026 and beyond🙏 Episode SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Naivedyum — home-made fusion, vegan and vegetarian food made with fresh ingredients and aromatic spices, cooked with love, care, passion, and pride.

This episode features Prinn Panitchpakdi, Chief Executive Officer at Four Seasons Advisory and a seasoned leader across finance, investments, policy advisory, and capital markets, in conversation with our host Mayank Singh.With decades of experience spanning financial advisory, government-linked initiatives, capital markets, and startup advisory, Prinn brings a rare, ground-level perspective on how Thailand’s business and investment landscape is evolving — and what founders, investors, and operators should be paying attention to as we move toward 2026 and beyond.In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore Prinn’s professional journey, Thailand’s opportunities and structural challenges, the realities of raising capital locally, and the role networking and policy play in long-term business success.🎧 What we cover in this episodeIntroduction: Setting the context for the conversation with Prinn PanitchpakdiPrinn’s career journey: Key milestones across finance, advisory, policy, and leadership rolesThailand’s business landscape heading into 2026: Emerging opportunities, risks, and structural challenges for businesses and startupsThe role of government policy in shaping growth: How policy decisions influence capital flows, industries, and investor confidenceRaising capital in Thailand: What founders often get wrong, and how to approach fundraising more strategicallyPersonal branding and networking for leaders: Why visibility, trust, and long-term relationships matter more than everLessons for founders and business leaders: Advice for SMEs, startups, and executives building in Thailand todayClosing reflections and final takeaways🤝 Episode SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Plethora IT. Plethora IT partners with startups and SMEs to navigate their marketing, branding, and digital growth journeys — combining strategy, execution, and technology to help businesses scale sustainably.Learn more about Plethora IT here: https://www.plethorait.com/If you’re a founder, investor, or business leader building in Thailand — or considering Southeast Asia as your next growth market — this episode offers grounded insights from someone who has worked across policy, capital, and execution at every level.👉 Subscribe to The Exponential Show for more conversations with founders, investors, and leaders shaping the region’s startup and business ecosystem.

In Episode 27 of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Louise Blein and Amarine Erbs, co-founders of Yours — a fast-growing platform reshaping how Thailand buys and sells pre-loved items.Yours is not just a marketplace. It’s a movement toward circular living, more mindful consumption, and community-powered sustainability.In this conversation, Louise and Amarine break down what it takes to build trust in the pre-loved space, how they’re growing a loyal community, and why educating consumers and stakeholders is key to driving long-term change.This episode is packed with insights for:✔️ Early-stage founders✔️ Sustainability and circular-economy advocates✔️ Marketplace builders✔️ Anyone curious about Thailand’s startup landscapeA special thank you to Space Bangkok for sponsoring this episode, and to Jenn Weidman, whose leadership in supporting meaningful entrepreneurship (including through the WE-Can women’s entrepreneurship program) has helped empower founders across Thailand.📌 About YoursYours is a centralized platform for buying and selling pre-loved items in Thailand, with a mission to make sustainable consumption easy, accessible, and community-driven.Learn more: https://www.yours-th.com/

This episode features Kari Harteva, partner at August Leadership, in conversation with our host, Mayank Singh. Kari draws from his incredible wealth of experience to shed light on:Kari's journey in corporate and business leadershipLeadership: why organizational success starts at the very topTeams: identifying and managing A, B, and C players Mentoring & coaching leadersPersonal branding and thought leadershipUnderstanding the Thai business landscapeAdvice for leaders and managersThis episode is sponsored by NoMorr - premium plant-based gelato crafted with love 🫶🏻. Dairy-free, no added sugar, and low calorie - perfect for guilt-free indulgence. Grab yours today: linktr.ee/nomorr.gelato

In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Harprem Doowa, Co-Founder & CEO of Eazy Digital — a fast-growing insurtech company modernizing how insurance businesses operate.A serial entrepreneur and one of Thailand’s most recognized startup leaders, Harprem shares his journey through the country’s evolving tech ecosystem, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how he’s using data and AI to simplify the complex world of insurance distribution.🎬 What you’ll discover in this episode:– Harprem’s life as a serial entrepreneur– Observations on Thailand’s startup ecosystem– Solving insurance industry problems with Eazy Digital– The role of AI in transforming insurtech– Emerging opportunities in insurance technology– The importance of personal branding for founders– Key lessons learned along the entrepreneurial journey– What’s next for Eazy Digital💬 Whether you're an entrepreneur, tech founder, or investor curious about Southeast Asia’s startup landscape, this episode is filled with honest reflections and practical insights from someone who’s been through the grind of building multiple businesses from the ground up.🥤 Episode Sponsor — Asia BeveragesAsia Beverages creates healthier, non-alcoholic drinks designed to help people live their best lives — focused on wellness, balance, and mindful living. Explore their portfolio, including AYA, AYA Pop and Söshul, at asiabeverages.co.#TheExponentialShow #EazyDigital #HarpremDoowa #Insurtech #Entrepreneurship #AI #StartupStories #ThailandStartups #AsiaBeverages #Leadership #Innovation

In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Tareef Jafferi (Founder & CEO) and Taarif Jafferi (Chief Business Officer) of Happily.ai — a platform blending behavioral science, AI, and people analytics to build happier, higher-performing workplace cultures.From their early career paths to building one of Thailand’s most recognized people-tech startups, this episode dives deep into the intersection of leadership, empathy, and innovation in modern organizations.🎬 What you’ll discover in this episode:– Reef and Tim’s career paths and how they converged into – What it really means to create happier workplaces– AI in the workplace: balancing technology with empathy– The role of rewards and gamification in driving engagement and behavioral change– Working with family and building a company culture grounded in trust– Insights on Thailand’s startup and business ecosystem– Lessons learned from building Happily.ai⏱️ – What’s next for Happily.ai💡 Whether you’re an entrepreneur, HR leader, or simply curious about the future of work, this episode offers valuable insights on how AI and empathy can coexist to drive meaningful organizational change.🌐 Learn more: Happily.ai🥗 Episode Sponsor:This episode is brought to you by https://www.chewgreen.com/ — Thailand’s healthy and sustainable snack brand founded by Thanyathorn (Pear) Chatlaong, a former guest on The Exponential Show.#TheExponentialShow #HappilyAI #Leadership #FutureOfWork #Entrepreneurship #EmployeeEngagement #PeopleAnalytics #WorkCulture #AI #ThailandStartups #ChewGreen

In this episode, host Mayank Singh sits down with Marty Knox, Founder & CEO of Chardo Animation, to explore the fascinating world of animation, AI, and entrepreneurship. With decades of experience in storytelling and production, Marty has built a career spanning international milestones — and now leads Chardo Animation in Thailand with a vision for the future.🎬 What you’ll discover in this episode:- Marty’s origin story: his journey into animation and the milestones leading to founding Chardo Animation- AI in animation: from Sora and Veo 3 to the future of creative studios in 2025 and beyond- Animation as a service vs. IP creation — what’s the right model for studios today?- The evolution of animation consumption and its relevance across industries- Living, working, and building a business in Thailand: the good, the bad, and the real challenges- What’s next for Chardo Animation, their original IP Teewa, and Marty’s vision for the futureWhether you’re a founder, creative professional, or simply curious about where animation is heading, this episode is packed with insights on creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship.👉 Watch now and subscribe to The Exponential Show for more founder stories and entrepreneurial journeys.📌 Learn more:🌐 Chardo Animation: www.chardo-anim.com🎥 Teewa the Food Doctor (YouTube): https://youtube.com/@teewathefruitdoctor💼 Marty Knox on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyknox/#TheExponentialShow #ChardoAnimation #MartyKnox #Entrepreneurship #Animation #AI #Storytelling #ThailandStartups

Our host, Mayank Singh, sat down with Patama Tipyavat, endearingly referred to by her students as 'Kru Palm', to talk about her work with Little Palms Art Studio. As an early years educator and as a parent, Palm shared her thoughts and experiences on a wide range of topics including:Starting her own art studioThe role of art in early educationThe pros and cons of growing up with technologyChoosing the right extracurricular activities1The power of word-of-mouth and social media marketingThe challenge of expectation-setting with parentsThe gaps in Thailand's early-learning landscapeBuilding a community around Little Palms Art StudioAdvice for parents and aspiring business owners#ExponentialShow #LittlePalmsArtStudio #EarlyYearsEducation #CreativeLearning #ParentingInThailand #ArtForKids #KruPalm #ThailandEntrepreneurs #EdTech #StartupStories #WomenInEducation #ChildDevelopment #PassionToBusiness #ParentingTips #BangkokMoms

This episode features Mrinal and Manisha, founders of HappyLyfe, a Thai online marketplace for sustainable products.Their discussion with our host, Mayank Singh, was a deep-dive into the the past, present, and future of HappyLyfe, covering:The genesis of HappyLyfeSustainable consumerism in ThailandFinding the right vendors and partnersOnline sales channels and the offline opportunityWorking with your spouseChallenges and learnings along the wayThe new offline store launchGiving back Tune in to this inspiring conversation with Mrinal and Manisha to discover how passion, purpose, and perseverance are shaping the future of sustainable living in Thailand and beyond.#TheExponentialShow #HappyLyfe #SustainableLiving #ThailandStartups #Entrepreneurship #FoundersJourney #SustainableProducts #StartupStories

This episode features Sirintra Jittrawong, Managing Director at MicroFiber Industries, in conversation with our host, Mayank Singh. With her illustrious background in marketing and business leadership, it came as no surprise that Sirintra's insights in this episode proved to be a masterclass in B2B marketing strategies. The dialogue covered:Sirintra's career journey and transition from B2C to B2BWhat has changed and what hasn't in B2B marketing over the yearsRegional nuances in B2B marketing1Developing an understanding your customersCommon mistakes in B2B marketingAdvice for marketers#TheExponentialShow #B2BMarketing #MarketingStrategy #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #CustomerInsights #MarketingTips #ThailandBusines

In this episode, Pradeep Pandey, Co-Founder and CSO at CarsmeUp gives a peek under the hood. In conversation our host, Mayank Singh, Pradeep shares his insightful and honest views on:CarsmeUp's origin storyTheir positioning and quest for product-market-fitThailand and SEA's used car marketThailand's startup landscapeChallenges and learnings along the wayThe next frontier for CarsmeUp#TheExponentialShow #CarsmeUp #StartupStories #ThailandStartups #UsedCarMarket #EVRevolution #FoundersJourney #ProductMarketFit #FutureOfMobility

Jenn Weidman, CEO of Space Bangkok, sat down with our host, Mayank Singh to talk about her journey and work.In this episode, Jenn sheds light on:The inception of Space BangkokThe impact of Space Bangkok's work on individuals, teams, and organizationsWE-Can and the power of communityLost Your Bounce? and Jenn's work as an authorNew projects on the horizonSpreading the message of hope and resilience🔗 Learn more about Space Bangkok: https://www.space-bangkok.com/📘 Get your copy of Lost your Bounce?: Amazon link#TheExponentialShow #JennWeidman #SpaceBangkok #WomenEntrepreneurs #Resilience #LeadershipDevelopment #WECanCommunity #PersonalGrowth #SocialImpact #MentalWellbeing #HopeAndHealing #ThailandEntrepreneurs #Changemakers

Episode 17 of the Exponential Show features Kush Sodhia, CEO and Co-Founder of Papaya, in conversation with our host, Mayank Singh.In this episode, Kush shares stories and insights on:- His journey to becoming a founder- The problems Papaya solves for restaurants and their customers- Why Thailand was the right place to start- The Southeast Asia opportunity- Fundraising as an early-stage startup- The perception vs reality of being a startup founder- What’s next for PapayaTune in for an honest and insightful look into startup life, scaling in SEA, and building tech for the restaurant industry.#ExponentialShow #StartupJourney #PapayaApp #ThailandStartups #SaaS #RestaurantTech #Founders #SEAstartups #TechEntrepreneurship #StartupStories

For Ep. 16 of the Exponential Show, Dave McCaughan talked all things storytelling with our host, Mayank Singh.In this conversation, Dave shares invaluable lessons on how stories shape brands, businesses, and human connections:- Finding his way into advertising and Asia- The importance of storytelling- AI in storytelling- Original voice- People, not consumers- Life stages- Upcoming projectsTune in for a deep dive into the power of storytelling in business and beyond!#TheExponentialShow #DaveMcCaughan #Storytelling #BrandNarratives #MarketingStrategy #AIInStorytelling #Advertising #ConsumerInsights #BusinessGrowth #MarketingLeadership #HumanConnections #Entrepreneurship #LifeStages #OriginalVoice

Ep. 15 of the Exponential Show features Paul Meyers in conversation with our host, Mayank Singh. Paul is the Head Coach at Asia Founder Coaching. As a seasoned entrepreneur himself, Paul shared his thoughts, experiences, insights, and anecdotes on:- The journey from being a founder to a founder coach- Asia Founder Coaching & Founders Circle- Coaching isn't mentoring- What stops founders from seeking help- The most (and least) common founder challenges- Founders' mental health- Finding the right coach- Upcoming projects Learn more about Paul and his work at Asia Founder Coaching here: www.asiafoundercoaching.comPaul is also an avid writer covering a myriad of entrepreneurship topics. You can access a lot of valuable information through his newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2n7jj9dz #TheExponentialShow #PaulMeyers #FounderCoaching #Entrepreneurship #StartupJourney #BusinessGrowth #FounderMindset #StartupCoaching #Leadership #FounderChallenges #MentalHealthForFounders #ScalingStartups #AsiaFounderCoaching #StartupSupport #EntrepreneurMindset

For Ep. 14 of the Exponential Show, we have Dr. Tobias Endress‬ in conversation with our host, Mayank Singh. Dr. Endress is a faculty at the School of Management at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) and the Chapter Director of Startup Grind Bangkok. In these roles and the ones he has held in the past, he has accumulated a wealth of experiences, knowledge, insights, and connections; all of which he very readily shares with the community. This interview covers a myriad of topics including:- Inculcating a 'Startup Mindset' through education- Translating corporate experience to education and startups- The present and future of the Thai startup ecosystem- Collaboration between entrepreneurship educators- The Startup Grind Community- The power of pursuing your passions- Advice for founders and wannapreneurs- Blockbuster startup exits and private equity in Thailand- Upcoming publications and eventsHuge thanks to our friends at ‪Multiply Marketing‬ for sponsoring the production of this episode. #TheExponentialShow #TobiasEndress #StartupMindset #Entrepreneurship #AIT #StartupGrind #ThailandStartups #FounderAdvice #BusinessGrowth #StartupCommunity #MultiplyMarketing #Innovation #EntrepreneurMindset #PrivateEquity #StartupEcosystem

For Ep. 13 of the Exponential Show, Abhinandan Sekhri, Co-Founder of Newslaundry, shared learnings and insights from his entrepreneurial journey with our host, Mayank Singh. In course of this episode, Abhinandan reflects on: - Life in news & entrepreneurship - Pioneering the subscription model in India - News in the age of AI - Content formats - horses for courses - Dealing with toxicity in news - The next chapter for Newslaundry Huge thanks to our friends at ‪ @Multiply_Marketing for sponsoring the production of this episode. #TheExponentialShow #AbhinandanSekhri #Newslaundry #NewsEntrepreneurship #SubscriptionModel #NewsAndAI #ContentFormats #MediaInnovation #TacklingToxicity #FutureOfNews #StartupJourney #MultiplyMarketing #MediaEntrepreneurship #NewsInTheDigitalAge #PodcastInsights #BuildingInIndia #NextChapter #NewsIndustryTrends

For Ep. 12 of the Exponential Show, our host visited The Waserstoff's office to speak with Sushant and Soneshwar about their entrepreneurial journeys. The conversation covered a multitude of topics: Following entrepreneurial dreams The Wasserstoff and the tech incubation model Exciting AI and blockchain projects they're working on Looking past the AI and blockchain hype Cool new trends in technology The India opportunity The next frontiers for The Wasserstoff Huge thanks to our friends at Multiply Marketing for sponsoring the production of this episode. #TheExponentialShow #TheWasserstoff #Entrepreneurship #TechIncubation #AIProjects #BlockchainInnovation #TechTrends #IndiaOpportunity #StartupJourney #FutureOfTechnology #MultiplyMarketing #InnovationLeadership #TechEntrepreneurs #AIAndBlockchain #BuildingInIndia #NextFrontiers #PodcastInsights

In Ep. 11 of The Exponential Show, our host, Mayank Singh, sat down with Suhail Narain, founder and CEO of Hudle to discuss the changing sports landscape of India and how Hudle is playing a role in this paradigm shift. During the discussion, Suhail shared his thoughts and insights on: - Choosing the path of entrepreneurship - Building a sports community platform - The critical role of a good founding team - The evolution of India's sport culture - The advantages and challenges of building in India - Exploring opportunities outside India - The next chapter in Hudle's journey https://youtu.be/LhGATdOJ7qA Huge thanks to our friends at Multiply Marketing for sponsoring the production of this episode. #TheExponentialShow #SuhailNarain #Hudle #SportsEntrepreneurship #SportsCommunity #IndiaSportsCulture #StartupJourney #Entrepreneurship #SportsPlatform #BuildingInIndia #GlobalOpportunities #FoundingTeam #HudleJourney #MultiplyMarketing #SportsEvolution #PodcastInsights #IndiaStartupEcosystem #SportsIndustryTrends

In Ep. 10 of The Exponential Show, Mayank Singh talked to Arpan Bhutda, partner at What the Flavors! As the first episode of The Exponential Show shot in India, this one's extra special for us ❤️. During the conversation, Arpan shared his thoughts on: - What WTF is - Working in the snacking capital of India - Innovating with pani puri - Managing diversity in consumer preferences - Working with family - The power of Social Media - The value of getting your hands dirty - Catering to different demographics - Balancing localized sourcing with standardized flavors - The next frontier for WTF Huge thanks to our friends at  @Multiply_Marketing  for sponsoring this episode.

In Ep. 9 of The Exponential Show, Kevin Law-Smith, founder of Asia Beverages, speaks with our host, Mayank Singh. In this discussion, Kevin shed light on: - Scratching the entrepreneurial itch - Creating wellness beverages - Turning core values into a business - Transparency in ingredients - Waiting for the right partners - Giving back to society - Choosing Thailand and S.E.A. - What's next for Aya - Advice for new entrepreneurs Thanks to Multiply Marketing for sponsoring the production of this episode and A2D Ventures for facilitating the interaction. #TheExponentialShow #KevinLawSmith #AsiaBeverages #Entrepreneurship #WellnessIndustry #TransparencyMatters #CoreValuesInBusiness #SocialImpact #StartupJourney #ThailandBusiness #SEAMarket #AyaBeverages #NewEntrepreneurs #BusinessAdvice #MultiplyMarketing #A2DVentures #PodcastDiscussion #EntrepreneurialJourney

In Ep. 8 of The Exponential Show, Dennis Keller, CEO of Seaplane Asia, speaks with our host, Mayank Singh. Dennis shares his experiences, opinions, and insights on: How it all started for Dennis Understanding the seaplane market The rationale for starting in Southeast Asia The challenges in Southeast Asia Importance of risk-taking and failure Being an entrepreneur and an investor Advice for young founders Thanks to our friends at Multiply marketing for sponsoring the production of this episode. #TheExponentialShow #DennisKeller #SeaplaneAsia #Entrepreneurship #SeaplaneIndustry #SoutheastAsiaBusiness #StartupChallenges #RiskTaking #YoungFounders #BusinessAdvice #InvestorInsights #PodcastInterview #StartupJourney #AviationBusiness #LeadershipLessons

Ep. 7 of The Exponential Show has Michael Cluzel, group CEO at Eatigo, in conversation with our host, Mayank Singh. In this episode, Michael shared insights on: Michael's entrepreneurial journey and the genesis of Eatigo Leveraging co-founder synergies Building and scaling in SEA Going through a milestone strategic merger Updates for investors The soon-to-be-launched revamped user experience Advice for new and aspiring founders As Eatigo and the Fun Now Group turn the page on a new chapter, there's a lot of promising news around the corner for their investors, customers, and users alike! We'd like to thank our friends at ‪Multiply Marketing for sponsoring this episode. Also, a shout-out to The Glasshouse at S31 Sukhumvit for hosting us. #TheExponentialShow #MichaelCluzel #Eatigo #EntrepreneurialJourney #StartupStories #ScalingInSEA #BusinessGrowth #CoFounderSynergies #InvestorUpdates #RevampedUserExperience #AspiringFounders #FunNowGroup #PodcastInterview #StartupInsights #MultiplyMarketing #TheGlasshouseS31 #BusinessPodcast #SEAEntrepreneurs #StrategicMergers #StartupAdvice

In Ep. 6 of The Exponential Show, Mayank Singh talked to Syd Sanchez, the face of the Swish sports ecosystem. In this conversation, Syd shared his experiences and thoughts on: Syd's journey of becoming an entrepreneur The impact of the Swish community The importance of synergistic partnerships Youth basketball in Thailand The present and future of Thai basketball The next chapter for Swish In Syd's own words, Swish is an 'experience' for people who love the sport of Basketball. Huge thanks to our friends at https://www.multiply.asia/  for sponsoring this episode. #TheExponentialShow #SwishBasketball #BasketballCommunity #ThaiBasketball #SportsEntrepreneurship #YouthBasketball #CommunityImpact #ExperienceSwish #SportsTalk #FutureOfBasketball #MultiplyMarketing

In Ep. 5 of The Exponential Show, Mayank Singh talked to Thanyathorn (Pear) Chatlaong, CEO and co-founder of Chew Green. In this conversation, Pear shared candid learnings and meaningful insights on: - Pear's founder journey - Going from Zero to One - Why sustainable sourcing matters - Support at home and from the community - Striking a balance between B2B and B2C - Advice for new founders - Communicating the brand story In their own words, the team at Chew Green 'are snackers looking to make snacks REAL & GOOD for our health, the people who make them, and the planet where they're made.' https://www.chewgreen.com/ Huge thanks to our friends at Multiply Marketing for sponsoring this episode. #TheExponentialShow #ChewGreen #FounderJourney #Sustainability #Entrepreneurship #ZeroToOne #B2BMarketing #B2CMarketing #BrandStory #StartupAdvice #SustainableSnacking #HealthAndPlanet #BusinessInsights #FemaleFounder #ChewGreen #LeadershipJourney

In Ep. 4 of The Exponential Show, Mayank Singh talked with Tiwa York to learn about his journey, Thailand's startup ecosystem, the FinnoEfra Accelerator, and much more! In this incredibly insightful conversation, Tiwa shed light on: - Tiwa's entrepreneurial journey so far - The Rollercoaster Journey of a Startup Founder - Advice for Marketing Agencies (and Mayank) - The Pros and Cons of Starting Up in Thailand - The need for startup heroes in Thailand - The FinnoEfra Accelerator - Getting into the FinnoEfra Program - Don't fall in love with your product If you're a post-revenue startup in Thailand ready to take things to the next level, apply to the FinnoEfra Accelerator today: https://www.finnoefraaccelerator.com/ Huge thanks to our friends at https://www.basedstudio.co/ for hosting us! #TheExponentialShow #Entrepreneurship #StartupJourney #ThailandStartups #FinnoEfraAccelerator #TiwaYork #MarketingAgencies #StartupEcosystem #BusinessGrowth #StartupAdvice #AcceleratorProgram #Innovation #ThaiEntrepreneurs #PostRevenueStartups #BusinessMentorship

In Ep. 3 of The Exponential Show, Mayank Singh, sat down with Vijay Saraff to learn about his journey of innovating from within The Saraff Group - a family business conglomerate. In this conversation, Vijay shared his insights on: - Vijay's entrepreneurial journey - Innovating in a family business environment - Thailand's local business ecosystem - Breaking down barriers with technology - The importance of learning and systems - Advice for startup founders and ecosystem players Shout out to our friends at Multiply Marketing‬ for sponsoring this episode. #TheExponentialShow #entrepreneurship #FamilyBusiness #Innovation #thailandbusiness #techinnovation #startupadvice #learningandgrowth #BusinessEcosystem #MayankSingh #VijaySaraff #MultiplyMarketing #businessinsights

In Ep. 2 of The Exponential Show, our host, Mayank Singh, sat down with Pietro Borsano to explore how entrepreneurship education and international exposure are empowering the next generation of Thai founders and family businesses. In this conversation, Pietro shared his insights on: Bridging the gap between academics and entrepreneurship Rise and evolution of the Thai startup ecosystem Benefits of starting up in Thailand The pivotal role of Family businesses in the Thai economy Importance of leveraging international collaborations Advice for startup founders and ecosystem players Shout out to our friends at Multiply Marketing for sponsoring this episode.

For the inaugural episode of The Exponential Show, we sat down with Gagan Singh, CEO of WOWS Global‬ to learn about his personal entrepreneurship journey and his insights on SEA's regional startup scene. In this interview, we discussed: Becoming an Entrepreneur Startup Phases Understanding Southeast Asia Breaking Down Leadership Styles Raising Capital in the Funding Winter What's Hot & What's Not? The WOWS Investment Portal Thanks to our friends at Multiply Marketing for sponsoring this episode!