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Founder in the Chair
Founder in the Chair is more than just a podcast—it’s a platform where real stories meet real ambition.
Every business has a beginning, but what truly drives an entrepreneur to take the leap? What fuels their resilience through the highs and lows? In each episode, we dive deep into the why behind the brand, uncovering the personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs of founders from all industries.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a business owner looking for inspiration, or simply someone who loves hearing raw and honest stories of success, failure, and perseverance—this podcast is for you.
Your story matters. Your journey is worth sharing. And Founder in the Chair is here to help you tell it.
🎧 Tune in. Get inspired. Take your next step.
Founder in the Chair
What I Learned Running a Factory at 14 | Joti’s Founder Journey
From running around her parents’ factory as a child to helping lead the second generation of her family business, Joti Reehal’s story has come full circle. What started with a career in IT — cut short by arthritis and chronic pain — became the spark that led her back to fabrics, furnishings, and the world she grew up in.
For the last 22 years, Joti has worked in her family’s manufacturing business while building her own brand, Asraana, where she brings bespoke soft furnishings to homes, commercial spaces, and interior design projects. Her journey is one of resilience, creativity, and balancing family legacy with personal passion.
In this episode, Joti shares:
- Lessons from running a factory at just 14 years old
- How illness reshaped her career path and identity
- The creation of Asraana and her love for soft furnishings
- Building collaborations with interior designers and creative communities
- Finding pride in carrying her parents’ knowledge forward into the future
Connect with Joti:
🌐 Website: https://www.asraana.co.uk
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asraana.uk
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joti-reehal-70571722
If you have a story to share, to inspire, or to encourage someone to take a step into the world of entrepreneurship, then please get in touch, the world needs to hear more stories, it's not always an easy ride, by sharing we may just help someone to take the first step or to grow in their business journey.
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