Episodes
Join us for an engaging conversation with Suhasini Sampath, the dynamic co-founder of Yoga Bar, a brand that has revolutionised the healthy snack market in India.
Listen as Sharavana Raghavan delves into Suhasini's journey from being a Chartered Accountant to an innovative entrepreneur in the FMCG sector. Suhasini shares her inspiring story, from her initial inspiration during a yoga class in the US to creating a successful health food brand that emphasises clean and healthy...
Published 07/25/24
Join us for this compelling conversation with Mr. Murali Mahadevan, the visionary leader behind Sri Krishna Sweets, a brand that has become synonymous with delightful taste and high quality in the Indian sweets market.
Listen as Sharavana Raghavan engages Mr. Murali in a deep dive into the fascinating journey of Sri Krishna Sweets, from its humble beginnings as a restaurant in Coimbatore to its status as a leading sweets brand with national and international acclaim.
Mr. Murali begins...
Published 06/30/24
Join Sharavana Raghavan for the continuation of an enlightening conversation with Kiran Reddy, the visionary behind Sathyam Cinemas, as they delve deeper into the transformative strategies that shaped an iconic cinema brand.
In this episode, Kiran discusses the aftermath of his decision to sell Sathyam Cinemas, reflecting on the dynamics of making choices that are right for the business but personally challenging. He shares insights on how he navigated the complexities of branding and...
Published 05/24/24
Join us for an engaging and insightful conversation with Mr. Kiran Reddy, the visionary former owner and CEO of Sathyam Cinemas. Dive deep into how Kiran transformed a family-run cinema into an iconic brand that redefined the movie-going experience in Chennai and beyond.
In this episode, Kiran shares his initial challenges and the unconventional journey from a business graduate to a cinema magnate. He discusses the pivotal moments when Sathyam Cinemas was just a dream under threat of being...
Published 05/14/24
Join us for this insightful conversation with the advertising and brand building veteran, Ambi Parameswaran.
Listen as Sharavana Raghavan gets Ambi to delve into the transformative shifts in Indian advertising, the nuances of brand building, and the evolving dynamics of consumer engagement.
Ambi opens the discussion by tracing his entry into the branding field, reflecting on the mentors and experiences that shaped his illustrious career. He shares his perspective on choosing between...
Published 04/13/24
Join Sharavana Raghavan in this stimulating episode of the Vitral Tamil Podcast featuring Venu Srinivasan, CEO of Leo Coffee. This discussion delves into Leo Coffee’s journey from a family-run business to a modern FMCG brand.
Venu shares his upbringing in a coffee-centric family and pivotal business lessons learned. He then discusses Leo Coffee’s evolution, maintaining traditions while embracing innovation, and the significance of filter coffee in India.
Sharavana and Venu explore...
Published 03/30/24
In this captivating episode of the Vitral Tamil Podcast, host Sharavana Raghavan welcomes the esteemed Karthik Srinivasan, a communications consultant, Personal Branding Coach and a key LinkedIn influencer. Dive into a candid conversation where Karthik shares his experiences and wisdom on personal branding, advertising critiques, and the importance of language in business.
Karthik embarks on a journey through his professional life, unveiling the narrative behind his renowned blog, Beast of...
Published 03/15/24
In this episode of the Vitral Tamil Podcast, host Sharavana Raghavan sits down with Rati Shetty, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of BankBazaar.com.
Despite being a Tamil podcast, this episode predominantly unfolds in English – a little twist for our listeners who might find themselves thinking in Tamil but speaking in the language of global business! 😊
Rati shares her journey to the top of the FinTech world, from the early inspirations behind BankBazaar to her evolving role as CPO....
Published 02/29/24
In this episode of the Vitral Tamil Podcast, host Sharavana Raghavan delves into the world of legacy branding with Jayaram Rajaram, the strategic mind behind Bril's multifaceted expansion.
Jayaram, a third-generation leader of this iconic stationery brand, now navigating new territories in home care, reveals the evolution of Bril from its inception.
This episode is a treasure trove for entrepreneurs and brand enthusiasts aiming to understand the transformation of a traditional brand in...
Published 02/13/24
In this episode of the Vitral Tamil Podcast, host Sharavana Raghavan engages in an enlightening conversation with Krishna, an accomplished actor, writer, and ad-film director. Krishna, the visionary behind Black Box Films, unravels his journey into the realm of ad filmmaking and the inspiration behind his creative venture.
This episode is a goldmine for young marketers and advertising enthusiasts keen to understand the intricacies of ad film production. Sharavana skillfully guides the...
Published 01/30/24
In the Vitral Tamil Podcast's debut episode, hosted by Sharavana Raghavan, a riveting dialogue unfolds with FMCG stalwart Mr. C.K. Ranganathan of Cavin Kare.
This episode is a treasure trove for young marketing professionals and college students aspiring to crack the FMCG code. Sharavana, navigates through Ranganathan's journey, from the inception of Velvet to the heights of Cavin Kare. They delve into leadership, innovation, and the nuances of consumer behaviour in India's multifaceted...
Published 01/14/24