The Reena Gore Podcast - Unleash & Thrive

Reena Gore

The business intelligence podcast for African SME owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are serious about building companies that last.Hosted by Reena Gore — business growth coach, leadership mentor, and AI & digital automation strategist based in Nairobi, Kenya — Unleash & Thrive exists for one reason: to give East Africa’s most ambitious leaders the frameworks, conversations, and raw truths they need to scale with systems, lead with purpose, and build beyond themselves.Every episode goes deep on the issues that actually keep African business owners up at night:🔹 Building systems and operations that run without you🔹 Retaining your best people in a competitive market🔹 AI and digital automation tools accessible to African SMEs🔹 Corporate governance and succession planning🔹 Leadership that closes the management gapThis is not a motivational show. This is a business growth platform — where real experts, proven founders, and experienced leaders share what actually works in the Kenyan and East African market.New episodes every two weeks.Follow Reena Gore:Website: www.reenagore.netLinkedIn: Reena GoreYouTube: @Reena_GoreBuilt for Africa. Designed for leaders who mean business.

  1. Aug 6

    Boardroom Lessons for Growing Businesses | Reena Gore ft. Sarit Shah | Unleash & Thrive Podcast 🎙️

    Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to build a business that stands the test of time? Welcome to Episode 1 of the Unleash & Thrive Podcast, hosted by Reena Gore. In this insightful inaugural episode, Reena sits down with Sarit Shah, Chairman of the Safal MRM Foundation, for a compelling conversation on the critical role of leadership, governance, and strategic decision-making in business growth. Drawing from years of boardroom experience, Sarit shares practical lessons that every entrepreneur, business owner, executive, and aspiring leader can apply to build resilient, scalable, and sustainable businesses. Whether you're running a startup, scaling an SME, or leading an established organization, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you think like a boardroom leader. In this episode, you'll discover: The importance of strong leadership in business growth How effective boards create long-term value Common mistakes growing businesses make Corporate governance made practical Building sustainable businesses that last Leadership lessons for entrepreneurs and executives Strategies for scaling with confidence If you're passionate about entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and business excellence, this conversation is for you. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode: Like this video Subscribe to the channel Share it with fellow entrepreneurs and business leaders Leave your biggest takeaway in the comments below About the Host Reena Gore is an entrepreneur, business strategist, author of Decoding Business Growth, and leadership expert dedicated to helping businesses unlock sustainable growth through practical strategies and transformational leadership. Guest Sarit Shah Chairman, Safal MRM Foundation #UnleashAndThrive #ReenaGore #SaritShah #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #CorporateGovernance #BusinessStrategy #SMEs #MSMEs #BusinessPodcast #LeadershipPodcast #ScalingBusiness #ExecutiveLeadership #DecodingBusinessGrowth #Entrepreneur #BusinessSuccess #AfricaBusiness #KenyaBusiness #GrowthMindset Support the show

    Boardroom Lessons for Growing Businesses | Reena Gore ft. Sarit Shah | Unleash & Thrive Podcast 🎙️
  2. Jun 28

    Publishing With Purpose: How Dooso Built Zion Publishers Into a Purpose Driven Business - Reena Gore

    Send us Fan Mail What does it take to build a publishing house with purpose, profit, and staying power in the African market? In this episode of Unleash and Thrive, host Reena Gore — CFO-turned-executive coach and founder of Intellique Solutions — sits down with Dooso, CEO of Zion Publishers, for a raw, real, and deeply insightful conversation on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the business of publishing. From navigating the challenges of the African book and media industry to building a brand rooted in values and vision, Dooso shares the hard lessons, bold decisions, and strategic moves behind Zion Publishers' growth story. In this episode, we cover: ✅ How Dooso built Zion Publishers from the ground up ✅ The leadership principles driving a purpose-led publishing business ✅ Business growth strategies that work in the African market ✅ Managing teams, culture, and the people side of entrepreneurship ✅ The role of faith, focus, and financial discipline in business success ✅ Lessons for CEOs and founders building sustainable businesses in Kenya and beyond Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business leader, or someone building something meaningful — this conversation will challenge how you think about growth, legacy, and what it truly means to lead. 🎙️ Subscribe to Unleash and Thrive for weekly conversations on business growth, leadership, and the mindset that separates thriving businesses from surviving ones. 🌐 Learn more about Reena Gore: https://www.reenagore.net 📩 Connect with Reena on LinkedIn: [Your LinkedIn URL] #UnleashAndThrive #ZionPublishers #AfricanEntrepreneurs #BusinessGrowth #CEOInterview #LeadershipPodcast #KenyaBusiness #PublishingInAfrica #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessPodcast Support the show

    Publishing With Purpose: How Dooso Built Zion Publishers Into a Purpose Driven Business - Reena Gore
  3. May 21

    Nobody Handed Her a Seat at the Table — So Lillian Ngala Built Her Own | Reena Gore

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Unleash and Thrive, we sit down with leadership expert, HR Director and founder of the Lillian Ngala Network — Lillian Ngala. This conversation dives deep into: • Growth mindset and resilience • Leadership and people management • Networking that creates real opportunities • Women in leadership and boardroom growth • SME growth and financial literacy • Reputation, curiosity and personal branding • Purpose, philanthropy and giving back to society Lillian Ngala shares practical insights on: How to build meaningful relationships Why your reputation matters The importance of self-belief How women can rise into leadership positions What SMEs are missing when it comes to people management Why networking is more than exchanging contacts One of the biggest lessons from this episode: “What you’re seeking is seeking you.” If you are an entrepreneur, corporate professional, SME owner, leader, or someone looking to grow personally and professionally, this episode is for you. Watch until the end for valuable gems on leadership, networking and purpose. Guest: Lillian Ngala Podcast: Unleash and Thrive Don’t forget to: • Like • Comment • Subscribe • Share this episode with someone building their career or business. #Leadership #Networking #WomenInLeadership #SMEs #CareerGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #Mindset #BusinessGrowth #UnleashAndThrive #Lillianngala Support the show

    Nobody Handed Her a Seat at the Table — So Lillian Ngala Built Her Own | Reena Gore

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The business intelligence podcast for African SME owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are serious about building companies that last.Hosted by Reena Gore — business growth coach, leadership mentor, and AI & digital automation strategist based in Nairobi, Kenya — Unleash & Thrive exists for one reason: to give East Africa’s most ambitious leaders the frameworks, conversations, and raw truths they need to scale with systems, lead with purpose, and build beyond themselves.Every episode goes deep on the issues that actually keep African business owners up at night:🔹 Building systems and operations that run without you🔹 Retaining your best people in a competitive market🔹 AI and digital automation tools accessible to African SMEs🔹 Corporate governance and succession planning🔹 Leadership that closes the management gapThis is not a motivational show. This is a business growth platform — where real experts, proven founders, and experienced leaders share what actually works in the Kenyan and East African market.New episodes every two weeks.Follow Reena Gore:Website: www.reenagore.netLinkedIn: Reena GoreYouTube: @Reena_GoreBuilt for Africa. Designed for leaders who mean business.