Entrepreneur Stories

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Bringing you real, raw and relatable stories and insights from real-world entrepreneurs, recorded monthly in front of a live audience at Banyan Workspace in Hong Kong. I dive into the lived experiences of founders who, despite any success to date, continue to push boundaries and feel like they're just beginning. If you're starting-up, scaling, navigating tough decisions, or simply looking for a community of like-minded individuals who understand what it's like when your dreams feel invisible to everyone around you, welcome home! Follow me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff/

  1. Jul 1

    Mark Francis | Failing and Scaling - A Serial Entrepreneur's Playbook

    What makes some start-ups succeed where others fail? What do you need to know to avoid the pitfalls that every new business owner has to negotiate? A serial entrepreneur shares hard-won lessons on building, scaling and leading businesses in Asia. Learn from hard-won experience in this unmissable conversation hosted Rasheed Shroff in front of a live audience of entrepreneurs at Banyan Workspace, Hong Kong.  Mark Francis is an exited founder with extensive experience in the HRTech, fintech, and executive search industries across Asia-Pacific since 2007. Currently, he is the CEO of Preferrd, an HRTech startup that leverages data-driven solutions to optimise hiring strategies while gamifying incentivised referrals to source accurate and relevant talent.  What you'll learn: Scaling Smart - How to navigate the pitfalls of rapid growth and build a resilient business Embracing Failure - How to turn setbacks into powerful pivots and future successMastering Capital - Learn what investors and financing providers really look for in scaling businessesFuture-proofing Talent - How leverage Tech and HR to build high-performing teamsThriving as a Founder - Strategies for work-life integration with a young family Connect with Mark:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-francis-80337a8/ Connect with Me (Rasheed Shroff): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff/  Banyan Workspace: https://banyanworkspace.com/  Don’t forget to Like, Follow & Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs and experts on building meaningful success.

  2. Jun 10

    Fai Chan | The Secret to Scaling a 0-1 Brand

    From Corporate to Entrepreneur! Fai Chan is living proof that close to 15 years working in corporate (including Disney, Fossil Group and CASETiFY) is the perfect training ground for personal creative entrepreneurial revolution. In 2019, Fai took a leap of faith and launched Pair Pair Full with a mission to promote positivity and pride in our city. Their playful mismatched socks depicting much-loved Hong Kong imagery were an instant hit, and the past 5 years have seen remarkable growth, with stores at IFC, K11 Musea, The Peak Tower and at HK International Airport. Today, Pair Pair Full isn’t just a sock brand – it’s a powerful homegrown icon in its own right, blending fashion with culture and art.  What you'll learn: Why your corporate experience is your greatest entrepreneurial assetThe exact steps to turn a creative spark into a viable, scaling businessWhy local heritage is the secret sauce for Pair Pair Full’s unique identityHow Fai navigated the transition from steady income to payroll responsibilityScaling from weekend stalls to the IFC and HK International AirportRaw reflections and insights for those ready to start their own journey Connect with Fai:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fai-chan-a7566b13/ Connect with Me (Rasheed Shroff): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff/  Banyan Workspace: https://banyanworkspace.com/  Don’t forget to Like, Follow & Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs and experts on building meaningful success

  3. May 20

    Urmila Menon | How to embrace your vulnerability and turn it to your advantage

    Urmila Menon is a creative educator, writer and public speaker who believes in the power of stories to turn pain into purpose. In today’s media-savvy world, an authentic backstory can prove a powerful tool; defining your purpose, building connections, engaging customers. In this conversation with serial entrepreneur and podcast host Rasheed Shroff, Menon takes readers on an inspiring journey of discovery to harness their own narrative through her sharing her own personal experiences.  What you'll learn: * Leverage your unique perspective and journey as a catalyst take control * Build profound connections, foster trust and unlock authentic influence * How to feel seen, valued, and contribute your full potential Connect with Urmila:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/urmila-menon/ Connect with Me (Rasheed Shroff): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff/  Banyan Workspace: https://banyanworkspace.com/  Don’t forget to Like, Follow & Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs and experts on building meaningful success.

  4. Apr 29

    Jo Lodder | An inspirational 3000km journey of resilience and rediscovery

    When his young career as a professional jockey was suddenly halted by a critical back-injury aged 24, Jo’s whole life plan halted with it. Faced with the very real possibility of sinking into decline, he made the conscious decision to reinvent himself, and today he has become not only a successful property entrepreneur but one of our city’s most inspiring fundraisers through his ‘Run for Freedom’ movement and the Action Asia Foundation. In his own words, “Life has a way of testing us, but it's our response to adversity that defines us” What we cover: 🌟 The story behind ‘The Story’: The steeplechase fall that ended Jo’s riding career and what happened next 🌟 The Secrets of Self-Motivation: Finding the impetus to start again after losing it all 🌟 Reinventing yourself: Jo’s journey from jockey to event management to property entrepreneur 🌟 The dark truth behind expat life: Alcohol and the hedonism of success in Hong Kong 🌟 Rediscovering purpose: "Embrace change, and you'll rewrite the story of you life" 🌟 Running through adversity: transformative tales from his 3000km run from the Great Wall to Hong Kong Connect with Jo:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-lodder/ Connect with Me (Rasheed Shroff): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff Entrepreneur Stories on IG: https://www.instagram.com/entrepreneurstories.hk/ Banyan Workspace: https://banyanworkspace.com Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs and experts on building meaningful success.

  5. Apr 16

    Carmen Salameh | PART 2 Two business podcast hosts share what they have learned

    In this special 2-part conversation, the hosts of two Hong Kong business podcasts, Entrepreneur Stories and Asian Business Owners, expose the realities of running your own business. From the challenges of setting boundaries with demanding clients to the critical importance of finding the right support both in and out of the office, Rasheed and Carmen share the challenges they've faced - and how they've overcome them. Connect with Carmen:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-salameh-705059b1/ Connect with Me (Rasheed Shroff): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff/  Banyan Workspace: https://banyanworkspace.com/  Don’t forget to Like, Follow & Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs and experts on building meaningful success.

  6. Apr 9

    Carmen Salameh | PART 1 Two business podcast hosts share what they have learned

    In this special 2-part conversation, the hosts of two Hong Kong business podcasts, Entrepreneur Stories and Asian Business Owners, expose the realities of running your own business. From the challenges of setting boundaries with demanding clients to the critical importance of finding the right support both in and out of the office, Rasheed and Carmen share the challenges they've faced - and how they've overcome them. Connect with Carmen:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-salameh-705059b1/ Connect with Me (Rasheed Shroff): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff/ Banyan Workspace: https://banyanworkspace.com/  Don’t forget to Like, Follow & Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs and experts on building meaningful success.

  7. Mar 4

    Christine Yu & Nicole Denholder | Demystifying finance to fix the Gender Investment Gap

    Why do women retire with an average of 25% less wealth than men? Find out the shocking statistics around the Gender Investing Gap, the impact that it has on an individual and global scale, and why being an active participant in your finances in a non-negotiable in today’s world.  Sophia is Hong Kong’s first and only B2B women-focused financial education platform, and its founders describe themselves as “obsessed” with strengthening women’s financial independence and education. In this special episode to mark International Women’s Day, Christine and Nicole help you cut through the jargon and blast apart myths and stereotypes. Connect with Christine:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-yu-88512435/ Connect with Nicole:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-denholder-9ab117aa/ Connect with Me (Rasheed Shroff): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff/ Banyan Workspace: https://banyanworkspace.com/  Don’t forget to Like, Follow & Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs and experts on building meaningful success.

  8. Feb 4

    Michael X. Campion | Unlock the power of authentic communication to gain the ultimate leadership edge

    Michael X. Campion empowers Asia’s top executives to arm themselves with the ultimate leadership edge. With 25+ years in personal development and 15 years commanding stages globally (audiences of 1,000+), Michael transforms how his clients influence, persuade and inspire others.  Michael shares his unique journey with me and the Entrepreneur Stories audience in this intimate and interactive conversation. His wealth of experiences - as a University of Edinburgh MBA graduate, a RBS investment banker, a Hong Kong National Football Team player, an award-winning saké entrepreneur (Four Fox) and highly successful podcaster - all fuel his practical, high-impact approach. What we cover: 🌟 The Mindset Shift - How his intentionality as a 15-year-old beat raw talent 🌟 The Playbook - Direct tactics from Michael's own journey and coaching CEOs & celebrities that you can use in your next pitch or meeting 🌟 The Brand Acceleration - How to translate your personal and unique story into undeniable authority 🌟 The Actionable Framework - A simple, powerful routine to make every conversation, email and presentation convert 🌟 And so much more! Connect with Michael:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelxcampion Connect with Me (Rasheed Shroff): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff Banyan Workspace: https://banyanworkspace.com Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs and experts on building meaningful success.

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Bringing you real, raw and relatable stories and insights from real-world entrepreneurs, recorded monthly in front of a live audience at Banyan Workspace in Hong Kong. I dive into the lived experiences of founders who, despite any success to date, continue to push boundaries and feel like they're just beginning. If you're starting-up, scaling, navigating tough decisions, or simply looking for a community of like-minded individuals who understand what it's like when your dreams feel invisible to everyone around you, welcome home! Follow me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheedshroff/

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  • Creator
    with Rasheed Shroff
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © with Rasheed Shroff
  • Show Website
    Entrepreneur Stories