
The flagship entrepreneurship show on BFM, featuring personal business stories from early stage start-ups, all the way to billionaire octogenarians in Malaysia and abroad. Notable guests include Martin Cooper (father of the mobile phone), Julian Assange (founder of WikiLeaks), Ralph Henry Baer (father of video games), Tony Buzan (Mindmap Guru), Isaac Tigrett (Hard Rock Cafe founder), Robert Kiyosa... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1904 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Business | |||

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In this episode of Open For Business, we sit down with Dr Shian Lee, the aerospace engineer behind Alphaswift Industries.
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Founded in 2017 as a simple telemedicine app, Doctor Anywhere (DA) became a pandemic darling, raising nearly $176 million from heavyweights like IHH Healthcare and Temasek-linked Pavilion Capital. But in a surprising twist, the digital disruptor spen... more
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In this episode of Open For Business, we look at why coworking seems to have lost its way and whether a quieter, more stripped-back model is the answer.
We speak with Timothy Tiah, founder of Jerry Coworking Space, about building a business that del... more
In late November, Costco filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the “Liberation Day tariffs", and the White House remained surprisingly silent.
BFM speaks with Bryan DeAngelis of Penta Group to decode this "quiet rebellion." Corporate... more
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We speak with Squall Tan, CEO of FeedMe, about how a simple frustration with s... more
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Content revolves around insightful personal business narratives from a diverse array of entrepreneurs, ranging from emerging start-ups to seasoned industry leaders. It explores themes of innovation, resilience, and strategic growth, often featuring guests who share their unique journeys and challenges faced along the way. The discussions frequently touch upon current trends and pivotal issues impacting the business landscape, providing valuable advice and lessons learned that resonate with listeners seeking to navigate their own entrepreneurial paths. Noteworthy is the expansive range of guests, including famous innovators and thought leaders, which adds depth to the stories shared.
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