Rewrite The Rules

Powerful stories of senior Asian women leaders who've overcome the odds to achieve career and business success. It's not just discussions, it's about empowerment, representation, and paving the way for leaders of tomorrow. If you're a current or aspiring woman leader or an ally, join us and learn from their stories.

Hosted ByRitu G. Mehrish

Powerful stories of senior Asian women leaders who’ve overcome the odds to achieve career and business success. It’s not just discussions, it’s about empowerment, representation, and paving the way for leaders of tomorrow. If you’re a current or aspiring woman leader or an ally, join us and learn from their stories.


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Building a career through continuous learning and discovery

In this episode of “Rewrite the Rules,” join us as we sit down with Minette Navarette, the president of Kickstart Ventures Incorporated.

How to get help, sponsors and your shot at success

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Dr. Rao, Executive Director of INSEAD Africa Initiative and Hoffman Institute for Business and Society Asia.

How to focus on what’s most important

In this episode of “Rewrite the Rules,” Rajita welcomes Arpita Pal Agrawal, MD and CEO of Diya Vikas Capital, to discuss her journey from electronics engineering to leading a social impact investment firm.

Journey from Teaching to Publishing

Join us in this episode as Nora Nazerene, the publisher of Penguin Random House Southeast Asia, takes us through her journey from being a teacher to steering one of the most prestigious publishing houses in the region.

How to Harness Tech for Change

How do you turn a passion for technology into a powerful tool for inclusivity and change? In this episode, Pratima Amonkar, Area Lead for Cloud and AI Strategy at Microsoft, shares her remarkable 25-year journey in tech.

How the First Woman Regional CEO Helms Japanese Beauty Brand

In this episode, Nicole Tan, the President & CEO of Shiseido Asia Pacific (APAC), delves into her journey, the challenges as a woman leader, and the keys to her success.

Discover strong, female leadership stories on Rewrite The Rules S2

Have you ever wondered why, in the vast landscape of leadership, we only hear a handful of women’s voices, especially from Asia?

Redefining Rules, One Conversation at a Time

As we wrap up this season of Rewrite the Rules podcast, we reflect on the inspiring stories shared by our guests. From overcoming challenges to redefining success, each conversation has been a journey of growth and empowerment.

From Intern to CEO in Less than a Decade

In this episode, we delve into Ardelia’s career journey – from starting as an intern at Mapan while still in college to becoming the CEO, Ardelia shares her path through McKinsey, GoJek, and GoPay, highlighting her passion for social enterprise and fintech.

I don’t need to be a man to be successful

Explore the finance and sustainability boardrooms with Ami Moris, the former CEO of the investment banking group at Maybank.