
Nutraceuticals – One Of The Fastest Growing Market Segments In Asia
This episode features our conversation with Daniel Mabey, the Asia Region President of the United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA). more
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This episode features our conversation with Daniel Mabey, the Asia Region President of the United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA). more
This episode features our conversation with Jacob Cooke, the Co-Founder and CEO of WPIC Marketing + Technologies. more
This episode features our conversation with Kirsten Johnston, Founder and CEO of JWDK, a brand design firm specializing in cultural and place identity in China. more
This episode features our conversation with Susan Heffernan, a strategic advisor for brands in the health, wellness, beauty, and lifestyle sectors. more
This episode is part 2 of a 2-part series of our in-depth conversation with Diego Dultzin Lacoste, co-founder of OnTheList. more
This episode features part 1 of our in-depth discussion with Diego Dultzin Lacoste, co-founder of OnTheList. more
This episode features our conversation with Jerome Spitzer, co-founder of French Creations, a prominent F&B group headquartered in Hong Kong. more
This episode features part 2 of our in-depth discussion with Gordon Domlija, an advertising and media specialist with over 25 years of experience in communications and marketing. more
This episode features part 1 of our big discussion with Gordon Domlija, an advertising and media specialist with over 25 years of experience in communications and marketing, and an expert in growing companies in China and Asia Pacific. more
This episode features our conversation with Joanna Hutchins, an expert in brand growth and innovation with extensive experience across various product sectors of the China market. more
This episode is part 2 of a 2-part series of our conversation with Gil Chavez, a seasoned specialist in global marketing and communication. With a career spanning over three decades, Gil has honed his expertise in marketing, particularly in the Asian region. more
This episode features our conversation with Joseph Cooke. He is the Co-Founder and President of WPIC Marketing + Technologies, and he recently returned from his first trip to China in 38 months. more
This episode is part 1 of a 2-part series of our conversation with Gil Chavez, a seasoned specialist in global marketing and communication. With a career spanning over three decades, Gil has honed his expertise in marketing, particularly in the Asian region. more
This episode continues our conversation with Morgan Keldsen. We discuss the history and growth of Stüssy, a popular streetwear brand that Morgan worked with, helping them in APAC. more
This episode is part 1 of our conversation with Morgan Keldsen. We discuss Morgan’s background, how he got into China and began working with Nike, and what makes the brand so iconic around the world. more
This episode continues our conversation with Igor, as we talk more about omnichannel retail and marketplaces, premium branding and pricing, and the future of retail and commerce. more
This episode is part 1 of a 2-part series of our conversation with Igor Duc. We explore the consciousness of consumers today, how it has developed over the years, brand legitimacy, and other engaging topics. more
This episode is part 3 of a three-part series of our conversation with Dave McCaughan. We concluded the discussion by talking about Dave's time at Coca-Cola and how he got ads approved in the Chinese market. more
This episode is part 2 of a three-part series of our conversation with Dave McCaughan. He continue the discussion by talking about Japanese consumer trends, youth marketing, and how it has changed over the years. more
This episode is part 1 of our conversation with Dave McCaughan. We discuss Dave’s extensive work in marketing brands in Asia. He explains why he chose the name BIBLIOSEXUAL for his company. more
APAC Business Podcast The Negotiation Despite being world's mo… more
This episode is part 2 of our 2022 greatest hits. more
This episode is part 1 of our 2022 greatest hits. We've put together some of our favourite clips and moments for you to enjoy over the holidays, and look forward to seeing you again in 2023 for some of our best guests to date! more
This episode is part 2 of a two-part series of our conversation with Arnault Castel. He shares how Kapok works with brands in his store, which brands are doing well resonating with consumers in Asia, whether or not it’s important to have a brick-and-mortar presence in today’s D2C environment, and more. more
This episode is part 1 of a two-part series of our conversation with Arnault Castel, the founder of Kapok in Hong Kong. He shares what brought him to Hong Kong, what made him start Kapok, his curated ecosystem, and why customers keep coming back. more
This episode is part 2 of a two-part series with Charles Lavoie, the VP of Marketing & Head of Creative Labs at WPIC Marketing & Technologies. We continue to talk about creativity and the role it plays in APAC marketing. more
In this episode with Jacob Cooke, the CEO of WPIC Marketing + Technologies, we dive deep into the current state of China's consumers, and what Jacob is seeing from his vantage point as we are in the midst of the 11/11 Singles’ Day shopping festival. more
This episode is part 1 of a two-part series where Charles Lavoie, the VP of Marketing & Head of Creative Labs at WPIC Marketing & Technologies talks about creativity and its role in APAC marketing. more
This is part 2 of a two-part series with William Bao Bean. In the episode, he shares his view of M&A activity in Asia over the coming years and explains why there is a flood of capital coming to the region. more
Episode 152 is part 1 of a two-part series where host, Todd Embley sits down with William Bao Bean, General Partner at SOSV and Managing Director of Orbit Startup to discuss his work as a venture investor and how COVID impacted his activities and work processes, and what defines successful startups in Asia. more
This is part 2 of a two-part series with Louis Houdart, the founder of Creative Capital. In this episode, he shares how the world is truly changing from a geographical and category angle when it comes to Chinese brands, especially in the West. more
Episode 150 is part 1 of a two-part series where host, Todd Embley sits down with Louis Houdart, the founder of Creative Capital to discuss importance of strong concepts, branding excellence within China, and just how important it is to always focus on a brand’s image. more
This is part 2 of a two-part series with Akio Tanaka. In the episode, the discussion is more focused more on Asia's startup and investment landscape. more
Episode 148 is part 1 of a two-part series with Akio Tanaka, the co-founder and partner at Headline VC, a technology-focused VC firm headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. He is one of the most influential investors in Japan. more
This episode is part 2 of a two-part series of our conversation with Patrick Deloy where we discuss the merging of omnichannel retail consumers in Asia and the metaverse. more
This episode is part 1 of a two-part series of our conversation with Patrick Deloy, the Managing Director at Merkle. We cover a wide range of topics including the current state of omnichannel retail in APAC trends and tactics the West could emulate. more
This episode is part 2 of a two-part series of our conversation with Chuk Besher where we discuss Chuk’s experience as a news anchor for CNN Japan an how foreigners can partner with Japanese companies or government bodies. more
This episode is part 1 of a two-part series of our conversation with Chuk Besher, the Executive Producer at 3Minute, a Japanese internet media company that provides mobile social networking and mobile technology services. more
This episode is part 2 of a two-part series of our conversation with Jeff Daggett where we continue the conversation by discussing Jeff’s time leading Disney in Japan. more
This episode is part 1 of a two-part series of our conversation with Jeff Daggett, the Founder and CEO of Aisonne, a brand and retail development & management company offering brand, retail, hospitality, and licensing management services and representation in Japan and the US. more
In this episode we speak with Massimo Lazzari, the President and Representative Director at Columbia Sportswear Japan. more
This episode is part 2 of a two-part series of our conversation with Ricky Samuel where he continues to talk about building e-commerce partners in Japan and what he learned about targeting the Japanese market for the first time in his career. more
This episode is part 1 of a two-part series of our conversation with Ricky Samuel, the E-Commerce Lead at Mindshare, a global media agency, where he helps clients in understanding their e-commerce-related challenges to drive success. more
This episode is part 2 with Bill Tung, Managing Director at Peaks Consulting, where we continue our conversation around localizing for consumers in Japan. more
This is part 1 of a two-part series of our conversation with Bill Tung, the Managing Director at Peaks Consulting. We also cover topics like the common mistakes brands marketing to APAC consumers, optimizing your organizational structure to thrive in foreign markets, and how to prepare for complaints and returns operating in an overseas market. more
Elyse Ribbons is the founder of Cheeky Monkey Theater, radio show host, actor, and… more
Elyse Ribbons is the founder of Cheeky Monkey Theater, radio show host, actor, and… more
Liam Mather is Head of Public Affairs and Communications at WPIC Marketing + Techno… more
Zarina Kanji is Alibaba's Head of Business Development for Health & Wellness an… more
Art Dicker is Director at R&P China Lawyers. In this episode, he talks to us ab… more
Kimberly Kirkendall is the founder and President at International Resource Developm… more
Mark Williams is Chair of Political Studies at Vancouver Island University. In this… more
Karen Raghavan is a brand and growth advisor to beauty brands. In this episode, she… more
Jim Fields is Founder and CEO of Relay Video, a Beijing-based creative marketing ag… more
Mark Simon is an international hockey consultant. He spent 15 years in the Chinese ho… more
Cameron Wilson is one of China’s top football experts. Cameron comes from a rock-soli… more
Alvin Wang Graylin is China President of HTC. In this episode, Alvin and Todd have an… more
Michael Zakkour is the founder of 5 New Digital. He joins the show once again to shar… more
Catch some of our favorite moments from 2021 in this single episode, as Todd Embley l… more
Gordon Houlden is the Director of the China Institute at the University of Alberta. H… more
Craig Smith is the CEO of Burton Snowboards in China. Craig shares how he's bringing… more
Elsbeth van Paridon is founder of The China Temper, a print and digital publication w… more
Carly & Rosie work for the China division of Control Risks, a global consultancy… more
Jacob Cooke is Co-Founder and CEO of WPIC. He joins the show to share how the 11/11 S… more
Steve Hoffman is Chairman and CEO of Founders Space. We ask Steve to recount what it… more
Justin Downes is President of Axis Leisure Management. He joins the show to discuss t… more
Jacob Cooke is Co-Founder and CEO of WPIC. He joins the show to share s… more
Freddie Bacon is Director of Sport Development at Axis Leisure Manageme… more
Freddie Bacon is Director of Sport Development at Axis Leisure Manageme… more
Rui Ma is a China Tech Analyst and creator of Tech Buzz China. In this… more
Rui Ma is a China Tech Analyst and creator of Tech Buzz China. In this… more
John Kalller is Co-Founder of unpackAI. He joins the show to share what… more
Elijah Whaley is VP of Marketing at Launchmetrics. He shares insight in… more
Justice Hampton is Director of Merchandising at WPIC. We talk to Justic… more
Mark Dreyer is a former Sky Sports and Fox Sports reporter. Mark has be… more
Elaine Ann is Founder and Director of Kaizor Innovation, a consultancy… more
Gregory Prudhommeaux is the Founder of NextStep Studio, an accelerator… more
Angela Zhang is Associate Professor of Law at The University of Hong Ko… more
Zak Dychtwald is the founder and CEO of Young China Group, a think tank… more
Zak Dychtwald is the founder and CEO of Young China Group, a think tank… more
One of the reasons that The Negotiation podcast was created was to provide a plat… more
And Sarah Kutulakos, Executive Director at the CCBC. They discuss major… more
Joseph Constanty is Director of International at NIU Technologies, the… more
Andrew Sigfrids is the founder of ASIG Design, a multi-disciplinary arc… more
Sam Michael is an Executive Director at AtmosAir Solutions, a leading a… more
WPIC CEO, Jacob Cooke, shares insights from the ground in China.… more
Kseniya Otmakhova is a Schwarzman Scholar and Director of Public Relati… more
Daphne Tuijn is Co-Founder and CEO at Chaoly, a data insights and intelli… more
Gregg Turner is the Founder and Managing Director of Shenzhen High Perfor… more
Benjamin Wahl is Head of China for the German football club Borussia Dort… more
Charles Lavoie is the new Director of Creative Labs at WPIC. We take the op… more
Yoann Delwarde is CEO and Co-Founder of Infinity Growth ltd., a Shanghai-ba… more
Kevin Hui is President of Can Life Sports. We explore if China can become a… more
Wendy MacKenzie Pease is Owner and President of Rapport International, a Bost… more
Professor Min Ye is an author and an Associate Professor of International Rel… more
Everything you need to know about the modular housing industry in China.… more
For this episode of The Negotiation, I’m really excited to bring you a conver… more
In this episode of The Negotiation, we speak with Mark Kristofic, Managing Pa… more
As we alluded to last week we wanted to get two of our favourite guests who are… more
Welcome back to another episode of The Negotiation. This is a bit of a shorter… more