Your Grit Story

By: Eric Chan
  • Summary

  • Welcome to Your Grit Story, where we chat with founders, leaders and changemakers who live by passion and perseverance to make the future a reality. Let’s be inspired by the stories of Grit!

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Episodes
  • #Origins | Super Charging Business Growth with Tech | Tran Binh Ngoc | Founder Rockship
    Jun 27 2024

    🚀 Supercharging Business with Tech


    We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Tran Binh Ngoc , the inspiring founder of Rockship, on our podcast. 🌟 This episode takes a deep dive into Ngoc's fascinating journey, from the early days at NUS Overseas Colleges to the innovative work at Rockship.


    Ngoc, who met our host Eric during their NOC days more than 10 years ago, shared invaluable insights on how experiences at tech companies like Zendesk, honestbee, and Indeed shaped the path to founding Rockship. We also delved into the ever-evolving world of no-code and low-code development, discussing tools like Bubble and FlutterFlow and how they compare.


    Rockship's story is one of innovation and impact. Ngoc explained why Rockship focuses on fully automating software development and the unique solutions they offer to their B2B customers. We also explored the challenges and pivotal moments that come with running a tech startup. Ngoc shared candidly about hitting limits, knowing when to pivot, and finding new opportunities.


    This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in tech innovation, entrepreneurship, and the transformative power of AI. Tune in now and get inspired by Ngoc's journey and Rockship's incredible innovations. 🎧


    Side notes: This episode was recorded in Apr 2024


    #Podcast #TechInnovation #StartupJourney #Rockship #AI #NoCode #LowCode #SoftwareDevelopment #B2B #Innovation #Entrepreneurship


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    35 mins
  • #Investing | Exploring Global Investments and Tech Frontiers | Alexander Piskunov | Founding Venture Partner, Kaan Ventures
    Mar 5 2024

    In our latest podcast episode in the #Investing series, we had the privilege of hosting Alexander Piskunov, a Founding Venture Partner at KAAN Ventures. As a founder-turned-investor, Alexander is an esteemed professional with a remarkable background in investments, institutional fundraising, and portfolio development across the USA, Europe, and Southeast Asia.


    Alexander's expertise spans emerging markets, making him a highly sought-after mentor and adviser in prestigious acceleration programs like the Founder Institute and Techstars. Additionally, he shares his wealth of knowledge as a guest lecturer at University of Cambridge. Having founded and successfully exited his own exotic wines startup, he shares his experience in starting up from scratch.


    As the Founding Venture Partner at Kaan Venture Partners, Alexander brings a unique perspective on navigating the intricacies of the tech startup landscape. His experience spans investment banking, pan-European technology M&A, and cross-border tech private equity. With a background as a partner at Ruvento Ventures, a global venture capital fund specializing in early-stage deep-tech investments, Alexander has been at the forefront of shaping the future of innovative technologies.


    Join us on this insightful podcast episode as Alexander Piskunov, Founding Venture Partner of Kaan Venture Partners, shares invaluable insights, stories, and advice drawn from his diverse career. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the evolving landscape of finance and technology, this episode is not to be missed.


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    44 mins
  • #Investing | The Story Behind Brave Southeast Asia Tech Podcast | Jeremy Au | Investor, Podcast Host at Brave Southeast Asia Tech Podcast
    Aug 31 2023

    🎙️ Podcast Spotlight: "Your Grit Story" Investor Series with Jeremy Au 🎙️


    In this episode, we had the honor of hosting Jeremy, a dynamic entrepreneur-turned-investor, as he unveiled his story behind BRAVE Southeast Asia Tech Podcast


    No stranger to the #startup community, Jeremy Au started his journey as a founder, spearheading his ventures in the ever-evolving tech landscape. Yet, his fervor for the industry surpassed personal projects, leading him to embrace a new mission: catalyzing innovation on a grander scale. Thus began his transformation from a founder into a pivotal figure in the world of investments.


    We spent time unpacking brainchild, the "Brave Southeast Asia Tech Podcast." which captures the narratives of exceptional individuals and companies shaping Southeast Asia's tech realm. Through insightful dialogues, Jeremy's podcast has emerged as a valuable avenue for tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and investors, offering profound insights into the region's thriving tech ecosystem.


    In this 52-min episode, we also spoke about

    - Lessons in Company Building: Disrupting the Norms: 🏗️

    - Balancing Family, Work, and Life ⏰

    - Had a good launch about countless topics 😄


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    52 mins

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