From Zero 2 Revenue Chris Yap

Join us as we explore the inspiring journey behind Monument Hobbies. Founded in 2016, our guest shares his story of turning a lifelong passion for creativity into a thriving business. Starting as a child with a love for LEGOs and drawing, he pursued computer science and engineering but never let go of his artistic side.

Discover how Jason Craze's diverse experiences—from being a creative genius to taking up engineering, and product development—shaped his entrepreneurial path. Our guest reflects on the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, sharing insights on the necessity of continuous learning, the role of mentors, and the importance of self-reflection. He candidly discusses the struggles of maintaining creative passion while managing a business and the critical moments of self-doubt and resilience that shaped his path.

Hear about the pivotal moment that led to the creation of Monument Hobbies and how he turned his creative passion into a successful venture. This episode offers valuable insights and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and creatives looking to blend their passions with business.

In this podcast episode, we dive into the world of entrepreneurship with a seasoned business growth guru who shares insights from his journey and offers game-changing advice for fellow entrepreneurs.

Our guest was immersed in the entrepreneurial spirit, influenced by his grandfather's ventures. He attributes his drive for success to the burning desire for freedom to shape his path and make a difference.

As an EOS Implementor, Chris Spear specializes in strategic planning and developing a culture that drives success. He has honed a crystallized system that guides businesses on what to do and when to do it, ultimately leading to growth and achievement. By managing human energy effectively, he creates an environment where everyone is aligned and motivated to reach common goals.Central to his philosophy is the idea of freedom—the freedom to work with whom you want, pursue your passions, and create value in the world. This freedom, he believes, is the ultimate reward for entrepreneurs who are willing to put in the work and take risks.

Entrepreneurship isn't for everyone. Being an entrepreneur is about creating value, enjoying freedom, and doing what you love. Ask yourself: Do you get it? Do you want it? And do you have what it takes to succeed?

In this episode, Chris Yap featured the CEO of Global Chamber, Doug Bruhnke. Doug discussed how expanding globally can be safe and easy by having the right partners. Doug emphasized that age does not matter when starting a business.

This episode will provide business owners and leaders an education on how Global Chamber can help connect with trade partners worldwide.

Global Chamber® is a fast-growing community of CEOs, executives and leaders in 525 metro regions around the world… connecting member businesses to new opportunities and advancing growth and success. It’s the only chamber of commerce in the world operating in hundreds of locations that helps exporting, importing and investing members to connect through warm introductions to clients, partners, projects and resources.

Doug Bruhnke is a global entrepreneur dedicated to helping members of Global Chamber® successfully reach new markets across 525 metros – everywhere!

He is a two-time expat with Dupont in Tokyo and Singapore with over 30 years of global business experience in nearly all countries and segments. Doug is founder/CEO of Global Chamber® and is also regional advisor for U.S. Global Leadership Coalition and a member of global groups including Arizona District Export Council.

Doug has a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from University of Utah and an EMBA from Michigan State University, and is co-inventor on 5 patents. Doug was born in Mt. Kisco, New York and is now based in Scottsdale, Arizona and Palo Alto, California.

Connect with Doug on LinkedIn and follow Global Chamber® on Twitter.

In this episode, Chris Yap featured the Managing Director of HR & Co, Ticki Favaroth. Ticki discussed the importance of awakening company leaders while enabling talents to transform organizations and optimize growth. Ticki emphasized the importance of inclusion and diversity in any organization, as well as the importance of awarding and recognizing the performances of people.

This episode will provide leaders in private and government organizations an overview of how leadership awakening and talent enablement transform organizations and optimize growth.

HR&Co. is a human resources provider and advisory services firm to growing organizations and government agencies. Our clients are continually seeking ways to maximize their business, operations and people resources.

At HR&Co., we know what it’s like to lead organizations, people and processes. Backed by our dedicated team of people experts, broad perspectives, and industry knowledge, we help our clients deliver results.

Our human resources services enable organizations to achieve optimal results by providing the tools, solutions, knowledge, and expertise that allows companies to flourish.

Our success comes through being partners, advisors, problem-solvers, solution builders, and partnering with you by providing end-to-end tailored human resources.

Ticki Favaroth is a senior global human resources and talent leader with over 17 + years of strategic industry and global experience guiding senior executives to achieve organizational results through a holistic approach to human capital.

Through strong partnerships with business leaders and a solid understanding of their business model, lead teams in developing comprehensive people and organizational strategies, designing aligned policies, and implementing operational processes.

Driving results to achieve a balance between a complex set of priorities and contributing to an engaged, high performing, and sustainable workforce committed to the organizations’ mission.

In this episode, Chris Yap featured the Co-Founder and CEO of FBC Asia Pacific, Siva Subramaniam. Siva described the evolution of the customer experience industry from his early years in Pan-Am Airlines working as a booking agent 40 plus years ago to leading an outsourcing operation of over 14,000 employees. Siva emphasized the importance of customer service transformation to keep customers happy and how advantageous it is for companies to operate customer service from the Philippines.

This episode will provide leaders in the Customer Experience role key principles to keep employees motivated and loyal while keeping customers not only happy but converting them into raving fans.

FBC Asia Pacific, stands for Faster, Better, Cheaper. We are a Customer Experience Specialists helping companies transform to support the future generations using Artificial Intelligence and Chatbots.

Siva Subramaniam has 35+ years in the Customer Experience Industry and has led major companies like United and American Airlines, American Express, Samsung, UPS, Comcast to achieve their CX Goals.

Connect with Siva on LinkedIn.

In this episode, Chris Yap featured the CEO of Pycap Venture Partners, Stuart Browne. Stuart described how his experience as a CFO of a multinational company prompted him to establish his own VC company were evaluating multiple investment opportunities excited him versus focusing on only one.

Stuart articulated what entrepreneurs need to be mindful of when trying to raise capital from Venture Capitalists. Stuart emphasized the importance of having revenue traction prior to pitching to VCs.

This episode will provide entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs looking to secure VC funding practical advice on how to increase their probability of success in raising capital.

Pycap Venture Partners is a venture capital and corporate finance firm providing financing and value creating solutions for early stage companies, administrative, investment and management services for venture capital and private equity investment vehicles, and educational courses for universities, incubators, events and conferences.

Stuart Browne is the CEO of Pycap Venture Partners, a venture capital and corporate finance firm. Stuart is also interim CFO of numerous tech companies and an Investment Committee Member of a $350M Ontario Government backed Fund.

In addition, Stuart instructs courses related to venture capital, corporate finance and entrepreneurship at the Schulich School of Business, MBA and MFIN programs, as well as UofT School of Continuing Studies. Stuart has been featured in news outlets including BloombergTV, BNN, Globe & Mail, the Toronto Star, and Techvibes.

Connect with Stuart on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.