Where Strategy Meets Design

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'Where Strategy Meets Design' is a leadership podcast that explores how workplace design drives business success across Southeast Asia. In each episode, industry leaders and workplace experts from Paperspace Asia discuss pressing business challenges faced by different sectors. Through real case studies and expert insights, we reveal how strategic workplace design can transform organizational pain points into opportunities for innovation, talent retention, and competitive advantage.

Episodes

  1. 10/03/2025

    From Cubicles to Culture: How Design Shapes Psychological Safety

    The way a workplace is designed can either amplify silence or create the conditions for people to speak up, share ideas, and perform at their best. In our latest podcast with Dr. Peter Brace, Founder of PsychSafety Asia-Pacific, we explore how trust and safety shape collaboration, innovation, and business outcomes. When leaders and workplaces create environments where employees feel safe to speak up and take risks, organisations unlock higher engagement and resilience. At Paperspace Asia, we are award-winning strategists who design offices into thriving workplaces, driven by data-backed employee insights. We are located in Singapore, Bangkok, and Manila. 📩 Book a meeting with us: https://paperspace.asia/book-a-meeting/ Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: /paperspaceasia Instagram: /paperspaceasia TikTok: /paperspaceasia 🌐 Visit our website: https://www.paperspace.asia/ About the Podcast: Where Strategy Meets Design is a leadership podcast that explores how workplace design drives business success across Southeast Asia. In each episode, industry leaders and workplace experts from Paperspace Asia discuss pressing business challenges faced by different sectors. Through real case studies and expert insights, we reveal how strategic workplace design can transform organisational pain points into opportunities for innovation, talent retention, and competitive advantage.

    35 min

  2. 07/31/2025

    Designing for Hypergrowth: How Wise Scaled Across Asia

    In our latest episode, we talk to long-time client Wise on their ability to adapt their office to the hypergrowth stage they're in. We explore how important it is to be flexible and agile enough to always have an environment prepared for growth.At Paperspace Asia, we are award-winning strategists who design offices into thriving workplaces, driven by data-backed employee insights. We are located in Singapore, Bangkok, and Manila. About the Podcast:'Where Strategy Meets Design' is a leadership podcast that explores how workplace design drives business success across Southeast Asia. In each episode, industry leaders and workplace experts from Paperspace Asia discuss pressing business challenges faced by different sectors. Through real case studies and expert insights, we reveal how strategic workplace design can transform organizational pain points into opportunities for innovation, talent retention, and competitive advantage.

    20 min

  3. 05/23/2025

    Designing for Everyone: How Inclusive Workplaces Drive Business Success

    Inclusive workplaces aren’t a nice-to-have—they’re business-critical. In our latest podcast with Emily Hake from Google (Project Executive), we explore how inclusion directly impacts performance. When people feel safe to be themselves at work, they engage more fully, take ownership, and drive innovation across teams. This episode is a must-listen for leaders rethinking what it really takes to build high-performing organisations from the inside out. Kickstart your own journey here: https://paperspace.asia/your-workstyle/ #InclusiveWorkplace #Leadership #CultureAndPerformance #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceStrategy #PaperspaceAsia

    18 min

  4. 04/15/2025

    Architect to Country Director: How Architectural Thinking Drives Business Transformation

    From architect to Country Director, Joel Golimlim shares how his foundation in design helped him navigate the evolving role of leadership—mentoring a growing team, sustaining company culture, and moments of uncertainty. It’s a story about leading with clarity, grit, and a strong sense of purpose. At Paperspace Asia, we are award-winning strategists who design offices into thriving workplaces, driven by data-backed employee insights.We are located in Singapore, Bangkok, and Manila. Book a meeting with us: https://paperspace.asia/book-a-meeting/Follow us on social media:LinkedIn:   / paperspaceasia  Instagram:   / paperspaceasia  TikTok:   / paperspaceasia   Visit our website: https://www.paperspace.asia/ About the Podcast:'Where Strategy Meets Design' is a leadership podcast that explores how workplace design drives business success across Southeast Asia. In each episode, industry leaders and workplace experts from Paperspace Asia discuss pressing business challenges faced by different sectors. Through real case studies and expert insights, we reveal how strategic workplace design can transform organisational pain points into opportunities for innovation, talent retention, and competitive advantage.

    28 min

  5. 04/09/2025

    From Interior Designer to COO: How Creative Roots Power Karen Calalec's Leadership Journey

    What does it take to go from an interior designer to regional COO?   In this episode, host Edward Musiak, CMO of Paperspace Asia, sits down with Karen Calalec, COO of Paperspace Asia, to unpack her journey from interior design to entrepreneurship—and now leading cross-border operations. Learn how she bridges cultural differences, scales teams across Southeast Asia, and uses design thinking to drive operational excellence.   At Paperspace Asia, we are award-winning strategists who design offices into thriving workplaces, driven by data-backed employee insights.We are located in Singapore, Bangkok, and Manila.   Book a meeting with us: https://paperspace.asia/book-a-meeting/Follow us on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/paperspaceasia/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paperspaceasia/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@paperspaceasia   Visit our website: https://www.paperspace.asia/   About the Podcast:'Where Strategy Meets Design' is a leadership podcast that explores how workplace design drives business success across Southeast Asia. In each episode, industry leaders and workplace experts from Paperspace Asia discuss pressing business challenges faced by different sectors. Through real case studies and expert insights, we reveal how strategic workplace design can transform organisational pain points into opportunities for innovation, talent retention, and competitive advantage.

    28 min

  6. 03/11/2025

    Why Long-Term Business Growth Requires Workplace Strategy

    usinesses are struggling because their outdated workplace strategies can't keep pace with today's ruthless market demands—is yours next?   Join host Edward Musiak, CMO of Paperspace Asia, and guest speaker Narita Cheah, CEO & Co-Founder, as they explore why long-term business growth is deeply connected to workplace strategy. From fostering innovation to attracting and retaining top talent, discover how forward-thinking organizations are leveraging their workspaces as a catalyst for sustained success.   At Paperspace Asia, we are award-winning strategists who design offices into thriving workplaces, driven by data-backed employee insights.We are located in Singapore, Bangkok, and Manila.   Book a meeting with us: https://paperspace.asia/book-a-meeting/ Follow us on social media:LinkedIn: paperspaceasia  Instagram: paperspaceasia  TikTok: paperspaceasia     Visit our website: https://www.paperspace.asia/   About the Podcast:'Where Strategy Meets Design' is a leadership podcast that explores how workplace design drives business success across Southeast Asia. In each episode, industry leaders and workplace experts from Paperspace Asia discuss pressing business challenges faced by different sectors. Through real case studies and expert insights, we reveal how strategic workplace design can transform organisational pain points into opportunities for innovation, talent retention, and competitive advantage.

    24 min

  7. 02/12/2025

    Office Design: The Hidden Weapon of Asia’s Fastest Growing Tech Companies

    The tech industry in Southeast Asia is booming, but how are companies truly differentiating themselves beyond their products and services? Join host Edward Musiak, CMO of Paperspace Asia, and guest speaker Sombat Ng, Chief Experience Officer, as they dive into the challenges tech companies face in driving innovation and retaining talent. Discover how leading tech organizations are transforming their workplaces into powerful tools for competitive advantage and cultural transformation.

    33 min
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'Where Strategy Meets Design' is a leadership podcast that explores how workplace design drives business success across Southeast Asia. In each episode, industry leaders and workplace experts from Paperspace Asia discuss pressing business challenges faced by different sectors. Through real case studies and expert insights, we reveal how strategic workplace design can transform organizational pain points into opportunities for innovation, talent retention, and competitive advantage.

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