This week’s guest, joining us from Tokyo, is Amanda Kanai. Amanda was an investment banker at Morgan Stanley for several years, working in international equity and debt financing and cross-border M&A in Beijing and Hong Kong. Amanda then relocated to Japan where she started working in venture capital, first at gumi Cryptos Capital and then setting up her own advisory firm EValue Capital. Having made her own career pivot into venture investments, Amanda is now helping connecting entrepreneurs and startuppers with capital.

Ep. 9 with Amanda Kanai

This week the Tech Shift F9 podcast hosts Paolo Durante, Founder and CEO of J CUBE, a software company based in Japan specializing in 3D CGI / VFX / Anime, and cloud-based solutions for the Internet of Things. Paolo went from a small town in Northern Italy and a university course that wasn’t quite what he wanted to an incredible career with cutting edge 3D and VFX tech companies in the US, Europe and Asia, to launching his own businesses in Hong Kong and then Japan. Paolo’s journey shows how you shouldn’t be shy in pursuing your passions and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Find out more about J CUBE: https://j-cube.jp

Ep. 35 with Paolo Durante

Introducing this week's special guest on the Tech Shift F9 podcast: Le An Lacaba, the dynamic CEO of 2xYou. This innovative company focuses on revolutionizing the way solopreneurs and small business owners hire, manage, and nurture executive assistants. Le An's journey is fueled by passion and determination, propelling her towards early success and now driving tangible change not only in the Philippines but also on a global scale.

Find out more about Le An and 2xYou at https://2xyou.com/

Ep. 36 with Le An Lacaba

This week on the Tech Shift F9 podcast, we have the pleasure of welcoming Andrea Moussa, a remarkable nutritionist and educator. Currently serving as the Obesity Patient Educator at Novo Nordisk in Abu Dhabi, Andrea's journey into this field began with a deeply personal challenge. Her mission now revolves around empowering individuals to embrace healthy living and adopt positive lifestyles. In our conversation, we explore her inspiring transition from the fitness industry to educating high school students, to her present role assisting patients from diverse global backgrounds. Join us as we delve into the profound challenges confronting us in today's ever-evolving world

Ep. 37 with Andrea Moussa

When the world got a bit too small for her, Julie Ying Baron decided to take her career into space! After a career in commodities trading around the globe and setting up her commodities business, Julie decided to pivot into space mining by setting up Via Space, a company devoted to democratizing access to space resources for a sustainable future.

I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with Julie about her career and personal journey, the challenges she faced and the vision she has set for herself and her company.

Find out more about Julie and Via Space here: https://www.viaspaceholdings.com/

Ep. 38 with Julie Baron

Join us on the Tech Shift F9 podcast this week as we explore the fashion world with Rachel Gallagher, a former English teacher turned fashion model, writer and beauty pageant competitor. From Australia to the US and China, her journey is as captivating as her insights.
In this episode, we discuss:
👗 Transitioning from academia to the runway
💪 COVID-induced transitioning into writing
🌿 Sustainability in fashion
💡 How to combine one’s varied interests into a great career journey

Find out more about Rachel on https://www.therachelgallagher.com/

Ep. 39 with Rachel Gallagher

In this week’s episode of Tech Shift F9, we are excited to welcome Katriona Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Kaya, a firm that is redefining the landscape of business strategy and consulting.

With a vast background in shaping strategies across various industries and markets, Katriona brings unparalleled insights. Today, she delves into her transition from a seasoned strategist to an entrepreneur, discussing how her extensive track record fueled the creation of her own pioneering business.

Find out more about Katriona here: https://www.teamkaya.com/

Ep. 40 with Katriona Lee

This week on the Tech Shift F9 podcast, we host Daniel Lim, the founder and CEO of Pi-xcels, a tech company redefining retail experiences with data, connecting offline & online shopper purchase behaviors through IoT & Analytics.

Daniel really wanted to be a banker but eventually found his calling in tech. Daniel’s career is a testament of not letting difficult market conditions affect your long term goals, but also that your long term goals and passions can change and you’ve got to adapt and re-tool yourself.

Find out more about Pi-xcels here: https://www.pi-xcels.com

Ep. 41 with Daniel Lim

After teaching for several years in Japan, when COVID hit, Emory Takagi took the opportunity to pivot herself into a career in UI/UX design that combined her interests in art, creativity and technology. Emory is now Lead Product Designer at JGC and shares with us her inspiring journey from the US to Japan and the challenges of tackling new cultures, new jobs and finding her path in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Ep. 42 with Emory Takagi

On this week’s episode of the Tech Shift F9 podcast, we’re orbiting the financial universe with Kay Van-Petersen, the Jupiter-chasing Managing Partner at Ascent Capital and Strategic Executive Advisor to the HODL Group. Kay’s a finance jedi by day, sci-fi junkie by night, and a change-maker in the ever-evolving cryptosphere. From steering macro investment strategies to sparring in Muay Thai, Kay's as multifaceted as they come. Buckle up as we dive into an open and genuine conversation about careers, finance, digital assets and a lot more!

Ep. 43 with Kay Van Petersen

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Techshift F9 podcast! IThis week we have a truly inspiring guest, Claudia Curran, the CEO and founder of The Inner Impact.

Claudia's journey is remarkable, spanning nearly two decades in finance before pivoting to executive life coaching. In this episode, she shares her experiences from the dot-com boom, through the global financial crises, and into her new role, emphasizing the importance of cultural fit and mentorship.

Tune in to hear Claudia’s personal story of resilience and adaptability, including the events that led her to discover her true calling. Her insights offer valuable lessons for anyone considering a major career change.

Find out more about Claudia at: https://theinnerimpact.com/

Ep. 44 with Claudia Curran

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