TGND Beats

This episode of TGND Beats features Melissa Uprety, a renowned human rights activist and lawyer, who shares her inspiring journey from her roots in Nepal to becoming a pivotal figure in global human rights advocacy. Melissa discusses the evolution of reproductive rights, the challenges of legal reform, and the significance of creative, strategic approaches to overcoming systemic injustices. Listeners will gain unique insights into the complexities of policy-making, the intricacies of advocating for reproductive rights, and the importance of collective action in addressing societal disparities. Melissa's experience highlights the critical need for awareness, innovation, and intergenerational commitment to sustain and advance the gains made in human rights and women's empowerment. 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Reeya Shakya, Sukriti Adhikary, Monika Bohara🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya✨ Dive into this compelling conversation to understand the multifaceted challenges and triumphs of human rights advocacy.

Welcome to another enriching episode of TGND Beats, featuring the remarkable Shakchhi Gurung, Procurement Business Partner Lead at Nestlé. With a career spanning over a decade in procurement across the Middle East and North Africa, Shakchhi brings invaluable insights on professional development, ethical leadership, and the importance of mental well-being. In this candid discussion, Shakchhi opens up about the challenges and triumphs of being a white-collar professional in the Middle East, her unique parenting style, and strategies for managing mental health and overcoming trauma. Her holistic approach to life and work offers listeners a blueprint for success in both personal and professional realms. 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Reeya Shakya, Sukriti Adhikary, Monika Bohara🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #LeadershipJourney #MentalHealth #ParentingTips #CareerGrowth #TGNDBeats #SustainabilityInBusiness

In the latest episode of TGND Beats, we're thrilled to feature Nami Baral and Nabin Banskota, the power couple and co-founders of the groundbreaking startup, Niural. Go behind the scenes of their entrepreneurial journey, from the inception of Niural to navigating the complexities of building a startup while nurturing a strong marital bond. Hear how Nami, with her seasoned entrepreneurial experience, and Nabin, share their unique perspectives on innovation, teamwork, and the drive to create something meaningful. Their story is a testament to the power of collaboration, love, and ambition in the competitive world of startups. 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Reeya Shakya, Sukriti Adhikary, Monika Bohara🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #Entrepreneurship #StartupCulture #Niural #TechInnovation #TGNDBeats #PowerCouple

Welcome to another engaging episode of TGND Beats, featuring Purna Kharel, the visionary President & CEO of K&A. Embark on a journey through the evolution of a company that has set new benchmarks in the power engineering industry, offering a wide range of services for power projects around the country. Hear firsthand about the ethos that drives K&A, the dedication to constant learning, adaptation, and the belief in the power of building lasting relationships with clients and employees alike. Purna shares insights into K&A's commitment to excellence, the variety of projects that showcase their engineering and execution capabilities, and their passionate approach to engineering, infrastructure, and design. 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Reeya Shakya, Sukriti Adhikary, Monika Bohara🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #EngineeringExcellence #PowerProjects #Leadership #TGNDBeats #NepaliInnovation #SustainableEngineering

Welcome to another enlightening episode of TGND Beats on Spotify, featuring Dr. Purna Subedi, the innovative mind behind 3H Communication Systems. Listen as Dr. Subedi takes us on a journey of technological advancement and entrepreneurial spirit, revealing the secrets behind pioneering a leading tech enterprise. From groundbreaking technologies to the power of persistence, this episode is a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and global impact. 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Reeya Shakya, Sukriti Adhikary, Monika Bohara🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #TechLeaders #NepaliDiaspora #TGNDBeats #Innovation #CommunicationTechnology #DrPurnaSubedi

Welcome to a new episode of TGND Beats on Spotify, featuring the incredible Jane Dipika Garrett, Miss Universe Nepal 2023. Dive into an enlightening conversation about body positivity, mental health, and the journey to one of the most prestigious pageant titles. Jane shares her insights and experiences, shedding light on the importance of embracing oneself and prioritizing mental health. This episode offers inspiration and powerful messages for everyone striving to understand and practice self-love and mental wellness. 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Reeya Shakya, Sukriti Adhikary, Monika Bohara🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #NepaliDiaspora #TGNDBeats #BodyPositivity #MentalHealth #MissUniverseNepal2023 #JaneDipikaGarrett

Welcome to a very special episode of TGND Beats on Spotify! Today, we're in conversation with our beloved host, Preeti Adhikary. We reflect on the year 2023, a crucial year for The Great Nepali Diaspora. Preeti opens up about the successes, the learning curves, and the personal moments that have marked this year. Tune in for an episode filled with personal anecdotes, professional insights, and the stories behind the voice of TGND Beats. 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Reeya Shakya, Sukriti Adhikary, Monika Bohara🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #NepaliDiaspora #TGNDBeats #PreetiAdhikary #YearInReview #PodcastLife

Welcome to another episode of TGND Beats on Spotify! Today's guest is none other than Shankar Uprety, the visionary behind Hamro Patro. Join us as we explore the journey of this indispensable app and its impact on the Nepali community. Shankar sheds light on the development of Hamro Patro, its growing features, and what it means to innovate for a nation. Tune in for an insightful conversation about tech, community, and the future of digital Nepal. 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Reeya Shakya, Sukriti Adhikary, Monika Bohara🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #TGNDBeats #HamroPatro #NepaliTech #StartupCulture #Innovation

As we draw the curtains on the riveting Season 2 of TGND Beats, join host Preeti Adhikari for a special episode. Today, it's not just about guest interviews; it's a heart-to-heart with the brilliant minds that make this show happen: Subigya Basnet, Reeya Shakya, Romanshika Singh, and Rishikesh Sharma. Dive into behind-the-scenes stories, reflections on the season's highlights, and exciting peeks into what's next for TGND Beats. A heartfelt episode, giving fans a closer look at the passionate team driving the podcast's vision. Don't miss out on this season-ender! 👉 Please like, share, and most importantly, subscribe to our YouTube channel for more tales and reflections from the global Nepali diaspora 🙏🏽 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Romanshika Singh, Reeya Shakya 🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya 🔥 #nepal #nepali #podcast #nepalipodcast #TGNDBeats #SeasonFinale #BehindTheScenes

Join us in this evocative episode of TGND Beats as we sit down with Sneha Shrestha, also known worldwide as IMAGINE. Sneha is a trailblazing Nepali artist who seamlessly blends the rich aesthetics of Sanskrit scriptures with the urban flair of graffiti. From the heart of Kathmandu to the bustling streets of Boston, her unique and meditative artworks have graced exhibitions, commissioned projects, and public walls globally. Dive into a conversation that not only talks about art but also the heart and soul behind every stroke. A must-watch for art enthusiasts and anyone interested in the amalgamation of tradition and modernity. 👉 Please like, share, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more enriching stories of global Nepali professionals 🙏🏽 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Romanshika Singh, Reeya Shakya🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #nepal #nepali #podcast #nepalipodcast #TGNDBeats #SnehaShrestha #IMAGINE #GraffitiArt #SanskritArt #NepaliArt

My guests today are Ashra and Sabin. Ashra is our Chapter Leader for SF and Sabin is our Data Science Lead for TGND.

In today's captivating episode, join Brichaya Shah, Director of Digital Learning Innovation at Kennesaw State University. We explore the frontiers of digital education, how technology is shaping the future of learning, and what it means to be at the helm of such innovation. If you're passionate about education, technology, or both, this episode is not to be missed! Do like, share, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to help us reach more people through the stories of global Nepali professionals 🙏🏽 🎵 Podcast team: Subigya Basnet, Rishikesh Sharma, Romanshika Singh, Reeya Shakya🎶 Title music: Abin Shakya🔥 #nepal #nepali #podcast #nepalipodcast #TGNDBeats #DigitalLearning #KennesawStateUniversity #EducationInnovation

My guest today is Sudeep Acharya who is the CEO/Co-Founder of MTXAPAC. MTXGroup is a global technology consulting firm that enables organizations to modernize through digital transformation. He’s also our first guest from Australia.

My guest today is Sworupa who is the VP of Risk and Analytics at Nuveen (an asset management company) in New York. She is also the fastest Nepali marathon runner.

Lex Limbu is the founder of Tracing Nepal and a popular vlogger with roots in Nepal.

Kirtana Banskota is the Founder/CEO of Banskota Productions as well as the Co-Founder/Producer of South Asian House.

Rupa Laxmi Shah is the Global Program Director at Mozilla. Before that, she used to be the Director of Global Philanthropic Partnerships at Scratch Foundation. Rupa completed her MPA from Cornell University and now is a visiting lecturer there.

Preeti Adhikari is the Founder of the Great Nepali Diaspora, a community of global Nepali professionals. She has over 15 years of experience in various sectors such as tech startups, banking, and non-profits. Most recently, she completed a degree in advanced management from Yale School of Management and worked at a research-based global non-profit called Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), where she helped scale a mask project to Nepal and various Asian countries to reach 100 million people.

Jyoti KC is the first Nepali-born American Analog Astronaut for NASA and a Medical Technician for the United States Air Force.

Ambika P. Adhikari is a Principal Planner with the City of Tempe, Arizona, USA, where he heads its Long Range Planning Division. He has more than 35 years of experience in urban and environmental planning and international development including in the US, Canada, Nepal, India, Mexico, Fiji, and Kenya. He is a Distinguished Adjunct Fellow at the Institute of Integrated Development Studies (IIDS), Nepal. He obtained his Doctor of Design (DDes) degree from Harvard University and Master of Architecture from the University of Hawaii. He has authored one and coedited six books, and published widely in journals and newspapers.

Pukar Hamal is the Founder/CEO of SecurityPal which raised $21M Series, an out of stealth last year. Pukar is also an active investor and startup mentor. Pukar did his Bachelor of Arts at Stanford University.

MrKul Gautam is a distinguished diplomat, development professional, public policy advocate, and human rights activist. He is a former deputy Executive Director of UNICEF and Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations with extensive experience in international diplomacy, development cooperation, and humanitarian assistance. Currently, Gautam serves on the Boards of several national and international organizations dealing with poverty reduction, peacebuilding, inter-faith cooperation, global health, education, and the well-being of women and children, including Nepal Economic Forum, Nepal Public Health Foundation;RESULTS.org; Global Partnership to End Violence against children;andReligions for Peace. Previously, he served as Special Advisor to the Prime Minister of Nepal on InternationalAffairs and the Peace Process; asCo-Chairofthe UN Secretary-General’s IndependentAccountability Panel for Women’s, Children’s and Adolescent Health; and as Board member of the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI);andOXFAM-GB. Gautam is the author of several books including hisAtmaKathain Nepali (2022), GlobalCitizen from Gulmi: My Journey from the Hills of Nepal to the Halls of United Nations(2018) &Lost in Transition: Rebuilding Nepal from the Maoist Mayhem and MegaEarthquake(2015). A citizen of Nepal, Gautam got his higher education in international relations and development economics at Dartmouth College and Princeton University in the USA.

For our eleventh episode, TGND Beats presents Deepa Dahal. Deepa was born in Kathmandu and enjoyed a happy childhood with her large extended family in Nepal. When she was ten, her parents moved to the United States to pursue their academic careers and she moved with them, spending the next few years of her life in Moscow, Idaho. Deepa went on to earn a Business degree from the University of Idaho and then pursued her MBA at the University of New Hampshire. After completing her education, Deepa moved to New York City to begin her career in management consulting, specializing in the healthcare industry. She spent a decade working in this field before taking a career break to travel extensively throughout Latin America. Along the way, she studied Spanish, danced, and soaked up the local culture. Later, she began working as a freelancer and exploring the digital nomad lifestyle, spending months in Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, and back in Nepal. When a good friend and colleague approached her about starting a company together, Deepa moved back to the United States and co-founded DKI Health, a life sciences consulting firm based in New York City. Today, she lives in Seattle and continues to oversee the company's consulting practice, which has grown into an exciting and rewarding professional venture. With a passion for travel and a deep interest in the healthcare industry, Deepa brings a unique perspective and diverse skill set to her work. She is committed to helping her clients and teams succeed and making a positive impact in the world.

Our guest for the tenth episode is Suman Khatiwada. He is the Co-founder, CTO, and Board Director of Syzygy (See-suh-jee) Plasmonics based in Houston which has been called one of the best climate tech companies in the world and has raised $115M in funding. Suman has 18 patents and is a mentor, speaker, and entrepreneur. He is also a mentor/expert for the Great Nepali Diaspora’s Nepal Venture Studio incubator.

Our guest for the ninth episode is Pema Sherpa. Pema Sherpa is the founder of Pema Solutions whereas a Keynote speaker and corporate trainer, she helps organizations boost employee productivity, performance, and innovation. Her expertise in mindfulness and neuroscience stems from her traditional training and academic research at Harvard University where she studied mind-body relationships. She is passionate about teaching mindfulness practice without stripping away its robust philosophical and scientific implications while keeping it relevant and accessible. Pema has worked internationally with thousands of employees at companies such as General Motors, Morgan Stanley, Manulife Financial, NYU, Fordham Law, and more.

Our guest for the eighth episode is Sushil Bhattachan who is the CEO of AgileMove Inc, a digital transformation and enterprise agile transformation company. He has 20+ years of  Engineering/Product Management leadership experience and is also an Enterprise Agile Transformation Coach.

Our guest for the seventh episode is Navaneet or Nick Koirala. Navneet (Nick) Koirala is a Nepali- American entrepreneur and philanthropist. He has over 15 plus years of professional experience in Finance and Accounting from Big 4 Accounting firms and Fortune 500 Companies before he started his entrepreneurial journey as a Day Trader and Tax Advisor. He believes the biggest gift that we can pass on to others is knowledge of wisdom through spirituality and your learning experience.

Our guest for the sixth episode is Sam Thapaliya. Sam is an entrepreneur, programmer, AI infrastructure and blockchain engineer from Nepal. He is the founder of Zebec,a  real-time, frictionless, and continuous streams of payments. He is also one of core contributors of Nautilus and founding advisor of Cedro and Eclipse. Since its inception in 2020, Zebec has raised over $35M in funding. Companies he has advised have gone on to raise millions of dollars.  Sam completed his bachelor's degree at Menlo College in information systems. And while at college he has published 2 US patents on models for monetization of videos.

Our guest for the fifth episode is Bikul Koirala who is a seasoned Entrepreneur from Colorado, USA. He was the Co-Founder of Lacuna Diagnostics (acquired by Heska), a networking platform for hospitals and pathologists, and kDuo Productions, a radio app for 60+ countries. With an educational background in business administration and chemistry, Bikul has various experiences in Biotech, Edtech, and Veterinary Medicine. He is co-leading TGND’s Nepal Venture Studio incubator and is looking forward to supporting Nepali startups

Our guest for the fourth episode is Nirnaya Lohani. Nirnaya is a Chief of Staff for LMS Marketing at LinkedIn and has over 15 years of experience working in Consulting, Strategy, and Program Management. She is also the communications co-lead for North America’s chapter of Women@LinkedIn which is one of the largest Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that aims to : 1. build an inclusive community of women and allies. 2. uplift women and those who identify as women in the workforce 3. empower and enable them to find their voice. She is passionate about mentoring and developing a new generation of leaders.

Our guest for the third episode is Gaurika Singh. She is a Nepali swimmer that is known for being the youngest athlete to represent Nepal at the Olympics, having competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics at just 13 years old. Recently, she also made the Forbes 30 under 30 lists. She also participated in various international competitions for Nepal, including the 2015 and 2019 FINA World Championships in Russia and South Korea. In the South Asian Games, she won a total of four gold medals, two silvers, and three bronzes. Gaurika completed her high school in the UK and is pursuing a degree in international relations at Tufts University, where she continues to train and compete in swimming events. She is passionate about inspiring young people, especially girls, to pursue their dreams and believe in themselves.

Our guest for the second episode is Chanda Thapa. She is the Principal of the Law Office of Chanda Thapa based in NYC which she started 5 years ago. She specializes in deportation defense and family-based immigration. Before that, she worked as an associate attorney at Chhetry & Associates P.C. and has over 10 years of experience in Immigration and Nationality Law, Family Law, and Property Law. She has a Doctor of Law degree (JD) from the University of Arizona.

Our guest for our very first episode is Roshani Pandey who is a high school classmate and a dear friend. Roshani is the founder of True Root Financial, an independent fiduciary investment advisor and wealth planner. Roshani has over 19 years of experience with Goldman Sachs, BlackRock, Cambridge Associates and Bessemer Trust. Being a fee-only registered investment advisor, True Root Financial is legally and ethically bound to always keep the client's interest first. This means no commissions or product pushing and no conflict of interest to the extent possible.