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  1. Yanni & Leo: Making Thailand Eat Better | Ep #41

    2d ago

    Yanni & Leo: Making Thailand Eat Better | Ep #41

    In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Yanni and Leo, founders of OLY Snacks, for a conversation on building a better-for-you snack brand in Thailand.OLY is a high-protein cereal snack brand created by two founders with complementary backgrounds: one in food science and one as a fitness enthusiast. Their mission is to make snacking healthier, more enjoyable, and more accessible by combining taste, quality ingredients, and better nutrition.In this conversation, Yanni and Leo share the story behind OLY, how customer preferences are changing, what it takes to compete in a crowded snack market, and why community and collaborations have played an important role in their growth.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.What we cover in this episode:00:00 – Introduction02:00 – Origin storyYanni and Leo share their backgrounds, key milestones, and what led them to start OLY Snacks.05:30 – Changing customer preferencesHow consumer needs are evolving, and how OLY’s products are built around better snacking, taste, and nutrition.13:53 – Competing in a crowded marketWhat it takes to build a new snack brand while competing with large incumbents and established players.17:23 – Community and collaborationsWhy partnerships, community, and collaborations have been important in growing awareness and building trust.22:30 – Thailand as a baseThe pros and cons of building a consumer brand from Thailand, and what the local market teaches founders.25:33 – What’s next for OLY SnacksUpcoming goals, milestones, and what Yanni and Leo are working toward next.If you’re interested in food startups, consumer brands, health-focused products, entrepreneurship, or building from Thailand, this episode offers a practical look at what it takes to create a modern snack brand.#TheExponentialShow #OLYSnacks #FoodStartup #ConsumerBrand #ThailandStartup #Entrepreneurship #HealthySnacking #TrueDigitalPark

    30 min
  2. Kitiya Vongkamjan: Safe Foods from Farm to Fork | Ep #40

    May 29

    Kitiya Vongkamjan: Safe Foods from Farm to Fork | Ep #40

    In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Kitiya Vongkamjan, Founder and CEO of UniFAHS, for a conversation on food safety, biotech, phage technology, entrepreneurship, and building science-led solutions from Thailand for global markets. Kitiya’s journey spans academia, research, food science, and entrepreneurship. Through UniFAHS, she is working on phage-based innovations that improve food safety and sustainability across the food supply chain, from farms to processing plants and beyond. This conversation explores the transition from academia to entrepreneurship, the opportunity for Thailand to become a stronger biotech and agritech hub, the realities of fundraising in a difficult market, and the lessons Kitiya has learned as a founder and parent. 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. 00:00 – Introduction 01:39 – Kitiya’s origin storyHer journey from academia to entrepreneurship, and the lessons from research and teaching that shaped how she builds UniFAHS. 04:56 – The problem UniFAHS is solvingHow UniFAHS is using phage technology to improve food safety from farm to fork. 11:19 – Thailand as a biotech hubKitiya’s experience building in Thailand, and the opportunities and challenges for biotech and agritech in the country and region. 18:00 – Raising capital during the funding winterHow UniFAHS raised a seed round in Thailand, and what helped the company secure investor confidence during a difficult fundraising environment. 21:35 – Untapped opportunities in agritechAreas in agriculture and food systems that Kitiya believes remain underserved in Thailand and Southeast Asia. 27:16 – Lessons from parentingHow being a parent has influenced the way Kitiya leads, builds teams, and operates her company. 31:02 – What’s next for UniFAHSUpcoming goals, milestones, and announcements as UniFAHS continues working toward safer and more sustainable food systems. If you’re interested in biotech, agritech, food safety, entrepreneurship, or Thailand’s role in science-led innovation, this episode offers a practical look at what it takes to build deep-tech solutions from the region. #TheExponentialShow #Biotech #Agritech #FoodSafety #PhageTechnology #UniFAHS #ThailandStartup #Entrepreneurship #TrueDigitalPark

    37 min
  3. Rashmi Sharma: Full-Spectrum Leadership Development | Ep #39

    May 25

    Rashmi Sharma: Full-Spectrum Leadership Development | Ep #39

    In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Rashmi Sharma, Founder of Innergy.Club, for a conversation on leadership, human performance, wellness, and how people management is evolving in the age of AI. Rashmi brings years of experience working with leaders and teams across global organizations, helping them navigate change, build resilience, and unlock performance in more human-centered ways. In this conversation, we explore her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, the role of leaders in an AI-enabled workplace, the connection between physical and mental health and team performance, and how parenting has shaped the way she thinks about people, growth, and leadership. 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. What we cover in this episode: 00:00 – Introduction 01:32 – Rashmi’s origin storyKey career milestones, leadership experiences, and the journey that led to starting Innergy.Club. 04:03 – From corporate to entrepreneurshipHow corporate life prepared Rashmi for building her own venture, and the surprises that came with the transition. 09:45 – People in the age of AIHow the role of people, managers, and leaders may evolve as AI tools reshape the workplace. 17:21 – The 3 dimensions of leadershipRashmi explains leadership through cognitive, social, and physiological dimensions. 22:28 – Wellness and performanceThe role physical and mental health play in individual and team performance, and whether leaders are taking it seriously beyond surface-level conversations. 32:37 – Lessons from parentingHow becoming a parent shaped Rashmi’s understanding of people, personalities, and leadership. 38:10 – What’s next for Innergy.ClubNew goals, announcements, and milestones Rashmi is working toward in the near future. If you’re interested in leadership, people management, wellness, AI at work, or building high-performing teams, this episode offers a grounded look at what leadership may need to become next. #TheExponentialShow #Leadership #FutureOfWork #PeopleManagement #AI #Wellness #InnergyClub #TrueDigitalPark

    45 min
  4. Alex D. Scheer: Enabling Trust in Autonomous Finance | Ep #38

    May 18

    Alex D. Scheer: Enabling Trust in Autonomous Finance | Ep #38

    In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Alex D. Scheer, CEO and Co-Founder of zkMe, during Money20/20 Asia in Bangkok. This conversation explores how trust, privacy, and identity verification are becoming critical as finance moves toward more autonomous systems. Alex shares the journey behind zkMe, the problem the company is solving, and why privacy-preserving identity infrastructure matters for the next generation of financial services. We also discuss the opportunity in Thailand and Southeast Asia, his experience at Money20/20 Asia, and what it meant to win the Startup Pitch Competition at the event. 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. What we cover in this episode: 00:00 – Introduction 01:14 – Alex’s origin story His professional journey, early experiences, and what led him into digital identity, privacy, and autonomous finance. 06:42 – The problem zkMe is solving Why trust and identity verification matter in Web3, fintech, and autonomous financial systems. 14:25 – Thailand and Southeast Asia opportunity Why the region is an important market for digital finance, identity infrastructure, and privacy-led innovation. 17:09 – Money20/20 Asia and the Startup Pitch Competition Alex reflects on the experience of presenting at Money20/20 Asia and winning the Startup Pitch Competition. 21:21 – Challenges and lessons as an entrepreneur The realities of building a startup, navigating uncertainty, and the key lessons learned along the way. 23:15 – What’s next for zkMe The major goals, milestones, and areas of focus Alex is working toward in the coming months. If you’re interested in fintech, digital identity, autonomous finance, privacy, Web3 infrastructure, or Southeast Asia’s role in the future of financial innovation, this episode offers a practical look at where the industry may be heading next. #TheExponentialShow #Money2020Asia #Fintech #AutonomousFinance #DigitalIdentity #PrivacyTech #zkMe #StartupPitch #MidasPR

    28 min
  5. Eric Euwes & Jirat Boomuang: Understanding Composable Banking | Ep #37

    May 11

    Eric Euwes & Jirat Boomuang: Understanding Composable Banking | Ep #37

    In this episode of The Exponential Show, host Mayank Singh sits down with Eric Euwes, Chief Commercial Officer, and Jirat Boonmung, Head of Solution Engineering, Asia at Akkuro, during Money20/20 Asia in Bangkok. The conversation explores how banking technology is evolving, why composable banking architectures are gaining attention, and how financial institutions can modernize without being locked into rigid legacy systems. Eric and Jirat share their perspectives on the shift from traditional core banking to more flexible, modular systems, the role of AI in banking transformation, and what these changes ultimately mean for both banks and end customers. 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. 00:00 – Introduction 01:50 – Origin stories 04:24 – What is composable banking? 10:51 – AI and the future of banking systems 17:10 – What customers gain from better banking architecture 19:39 – What banks gain from composable systems 25:35 – Opportunities and challenges in SEA & Thailand 31:17 – Real-world success stories 38:00 – What’s next for Akkuro If you’re interested in fintech, core banking modernization, AI in financial services, or the future of banking infrastructure in Southeast Asia, this episode offers a practical look at where the industry is heading next. #TheExponentialShow #Money2020Asia #Fintech #ComposableBanking #CoreBanking #BankingTechnology #DigitalBanking #AIinFinance #Akkuro #MidasPR

    43 min
  6. Sarah Megginson: Telling Stories About Numbers | Ep #36

    May 8

    Sarah Megginson: Telling Stories About Numbers | Ep #36

    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 – Introduction 01:09 – Sarah’s origin story Her journey into media, property, finance journalism, and personal finance education. 04:58 – Finance trends to watch in 2026 The key themes Sarah is keeping an eye on across personal finance, money habits, and consumer behavior. 09:59 – Regional differences and Southeast Asia opportunities How personal finance conversations differ across markets and where Sarah sees opportunity and challenges in the region. 23:40 – Media, communications, and technology trends in 2026 How trust, attention, and technology are evolving in the finance media landscape. 32:03 – How to Raise Rich Kids Sarah’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 Sarah Upcoming projects, announcements, and areas she is excited to explore. 38:26 – Thinking about personal finance Reflecting on your money-management approach If 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

    44 min
  7. Ben Lephilibert: Tackling Food Waste | Ep #34

    Mar 27

    Ben Lephilibert: Tackling Food Waste | Ep #34

    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 Intro 02:28 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 chefs 34:26 From Systems to Tech — The evolution from audits and processes to building scalable tech solutions like FIT 43:24 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.

    1h 1m
  8. Ankit Upadhyay: Building a Venture Ecosystem | Ep #33

    Mar 2

    Ankit Upadhyay: Building a Venture Ecosystem | Ep #33

    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. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction 02:10 – 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.

    57 min
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    2024 - 2026
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