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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.
Episodes
23 episodes
What Retirement! - We will do Food Trucks! - Birth of Gully UK
From One Food Truck to a UK Street Food Empire – The Gully UK Story | Founder in the Chair PodcastIn this episode, I sit down with the incredible father-son duo Sudhir and Avi Sethi, the founders of @gully.uk, the UK’s leading Indian st...
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Episode 19
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Family Business and Everything in Between - Amit & Jaspreet Kaley
Amit and Jaspreet Kalley are the husband and wife co-Founders of Mixala, a new and unique chai that is blended with adventurous flavours. With their British, Indian and Tanzanian background, they are using their global heritage to disrupt the c...
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Episode 20
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49:02
Mother built a business as products were harming her baby - Gurdip
The heartfelt journey of a mother trying to make sure her daughter with complex health conditions was kept safe, and how this then birthed her business, her WHY is strong.La~Jo is a luxury, eco-friendly home fragrance brand, crafted wit...
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Episode 21
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27:42
Sandy Phgura - Pain to Power
Sandy Phgura is an empowering Spiritual Mindset Coach on a mission to help women heal from mental and emotional suffering. After enduring 19 years in a narcissistic relationship, she overcame the shadows of psychological and emotional ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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26:43
The Adoption Journey from India - Gurpreet from Baani's
"Today, I’m sitting down with an absolutely inspiring woman. Not only did she qualify as a financial advisor while launching her own business, but she also embarked on the incredible journey of adoption—welcoming a beautiful baby girl into her ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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36:04
Dynamic Duo - Not just Life Partners, but also Business Partners
Today, we have a remarkable story that showcases the power of teamwork and passion. Meet Kully and Joaty, a dynamic husband-and-wife duo who are not just partners in life but also in business! Together, they're managing their thriving medical a...
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Episode 16
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31:23
The Founder of Founder in the Chair - Veena Nayyar
Meet Your Host: Veena Nayyar – Founder in the ChairIn this special episode, Veena Nayyar, the founder and host of Founder in the Chair, shares her own journey as an entrepreneur. With a strong background in sales, multiple business vent...
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51:20
Sabrina Dhanda - As an entrepreneur be prepared to wear multiple hats!
Sabrina is the creative force behind Party Giant, a luxury event decor company specializing in bespoke celebrations. With a passion for design and social media, she has built a thriving brand that not only delivers stunning decor but als...
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33:22
Parul Ganatra - Award Winning Ayurvedic Hair & Skincare
Parul Ganatra is the founder of The Silk Glow, an award-winning Ayurvedic hair and skincare brand. Since launching in 2022, she has won Business Woman of the Year 2024 at the She Awards. Her products, praised by the Daily Mail and BBC, h...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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31:27
A former Pharmacist turned Holistic Health Consultant
Meet Indy, a former pharmacist turned holistic health consultant.After years in the pharmaceutical industry, Indy recognised the limitations of conventional medicine and embarked on a path to holistic healing. With a deep passion ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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35:51
Redefining the Traditional Estate Agency Model - Fairoaks Group
Fairoaks is transforming the property industry by redefining the traditional estate agency model. With a personalized, seamless approach, they put property owners at the heart of every transaction, ensuring a service that’s tail...
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Episode 13
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40:04
Aman Sunner - Energetic Hygiene: Cut the Cords After Each Client
Energetic Hygiene: Cut the Cords After Each ClientEnergy is contagious—so who are you letting into your space?@amansunnermentoring shares the importance of energetic hygiene and how interactions can impact our mental state....
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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34:44
Multi Award Winning, Friendly Female Accountant - Saira Majid
Meet Saira Majid: Multi Award-Winning Accountant Empowering EntrepreneursIn this episode of Founder in the Chair, I’m joined by the incredible Saira Majid, a multi-award-winning accountant and the founder of Saira Majid Accountants. Wit...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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29:48
Urvashi Lad's Transformative Journey into becoming a Business Founder
In this episode of Founder in the Chair, Veena speaks to Urvashi on her journey to self discovery and her journey to entrepreneurship which started accidentally. Urvashi didn’t have an entrepreneurial background and neither was it in her family...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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24:18
From Passion to Multi Award Winning Property Finance Leader - Akhil Mair
Akhil Mair: From Passion to Multi Award Winning Property Finance LeaderAkhil Mair is the Managing Director of Our Mortgage Broker, a specialist property finance brokerage in the UK. With over two decades of experience, Akhil has ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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28:54
The Founder who knew when to SHUT SHOP - Tejal Bathia
From Kitchen Dreams to a Spiritual Calling | Founder in the Chair with Tejal BathiaIn this episode of Founder in the Chair, I sit down with the incredible Tejal Bathia, a woman who turned her accidental kitchen start-up into a thriving ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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37:01
The Founder who went from Banking to a Theta Healing Practitioner - Luvleen Kaila
From Banking to Theta Healing: Luvleen Kaila’s Transformational Journey | The Founder in the Chair PodcastIn this episode of The Founder in the Chair, we explore the journey of Luvleen Kaila, a former banker turned Theta Healing Practit...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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29:31
Not Your Typical Yoga Teacher - Deepa Sapra
Deepa Sapra isn’t your typical yoga teacher—she’s a force of nature. A yoga therapist, transformation guide, and true limit-breaker, Deepa has built a thriving business that redefines what it means to practice yoga.Forget the idea that ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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35:37
Glamber - Rewriting the Rules of the South Asian Wardrobe
Glamber wants to bring everyone access to traditional South Asian clothing while reducing the need to own. That's better for the people and for the planet.About Amber the FounderLike any great business start-up story…it all st...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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23:55
Big Fat Indian Pop Up - South Asian Businesses Coming Together
Listen to why Rai started pop up events for the South Asian entrepreneurs. Her motto is "The best time to help support a small business is always today"She only started in 2024 and she has managed to shine a spotlight on so many business...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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21:45
Instagrammable - Viral Business/Nashtaa Slough
📍 How Nashtaa Went Viral – No Ads, Just Instagram! | Founder in the Chair 🎙️Meet Juslena Randhawa, the powerhouse behind Nashtaa Cafe & Restaurant, a thriving chain serving up a unique fusion of Indian and English flavours in Slough...
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Episode 3
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28:17
An International DJ, Coach and a Family Man - Sukh Sapra
Meet Sukh Sapra – International DJ, Business Owner, and CoachSukh Sapra isn’t just about mixing beats—he’s about mastering the balance between craft and business. With years of experience as a globally recognized DJ, a successful entrep...
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Episode 2
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Breaking Cycles & Awakening Intuition | Chintal Kakaya – Founder in the Chair Podcast
What happens when life forces you to pause and question everything?In this episode of Founder in the Chair, we sit down with Chintal Kakaya, a Transformation Guide & Spiritual Mentor, who helps empaths, cycle breakers, and change-ma...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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