Hosted by one of Asia-Pacific’s mobile pioneers, Ronen Mense, “Epicenter” is a series of in-depth interviews with renowned business leaders and industry influencers that are shaping today’s digital economy. Originally born at the ascend of pandemic marketing (the pilot episode aired on the first month of global lockdowns), “Epicenter” has become a go-to resource for executive insights on current events within the orbit of APAC’s tech ecosystem. The 20-minute show airs on LinkedIn Live and YouTube, with C-suite guests from some of the region’s most reputable and innovative companies such as YOOZOO Games, Tech in Asia, JD Central, Amanotes, Disney+ Hotstar, Times Internet, among others. Season 3 is ongoing.
Hosted by one of Asia-Pacific’s mobile pioneers, Ronen Mense, “Epicenter” is a series of in-depth interviews with renowned business leaders and industry influencers that are shaping today’s digital economy. Originally born at the ascend of pandemic marketing (the pilot episode aired on the first month of global lockdowns), “Epicenter” has become a go-to resource for executive insights on current events within the orbit of APAC’s tech ecosystem. The 20-minute show airs on LinkedIn Live and YouTube, with C-suite guests from some of the region’s most reputable and innovative companies such as YOOZOO Games, Tech in Asia, JD Central, Amanotes, Disney+ Hotstar, Times Internet, among others. Season 3 is ongoing.

Sonika Manandhar, a trailblazing co-founder and CTO of Aloi Global, shares unique insights and invaluable lessons from her wide-ranging experience as a woman tech founder from Nepal, a perspective that is sure to inspire and empower.
In an intimate conversation with Ronen Mense, Sonika provides anecdotes on glass-ceiling challenges, such as dealing with prejudices, overcoming work archetypes, and relentless upskilling.
A large chunk of the episode is devoted to a deeper understanding of powering microfinance for informal sectors - and how that is transformational not just for business owners but also for the day-to-day lives of many.
Also a UN Environment Young Champion of Earth and National Geographic Explorer awardee, Sonika closes the episode with her 4Ps principles of people, planet, profit, and prosperity. Watch the episode to discover why one can’t exist without the other.