Taiwanese Change Makers
Discover Taiwan's most innovative minds in "Taiwanese Change Makers," a podcast featuring conversations with the island's groundbreaking entrepreneurs, technologists, artists, and scientists. Each episode uncovers the stories and insights of visionaries who are shaping Taiwan's future through cutting-edge startups, technological breakthroughs, artistic innovation, and scientific discovery. Join me, Adrian de Courcey, as we explore the ideas and passion driving Taiwan's emergence as a global hub of creativity and innovation.
Taiwanese Change Makers
From Ironman to Impact: Revital Shpangental's Story of Building a Business and a Greener Future in Taiwan.
In this episode of Taiwanese Change Makers, Adrian de Courcey sits down with Revital Spangenthal - entrepreneur, ESG advisor and endurance athlete to explore why Taiwan is a thriving hub for innovation, sustainability and business growth in Asia. With over 25 years of experience guiding global tech companies into Asian markets, Revital shares key insights on Taiwan’s competitive edge in semiconductors, AI, healthcare, and even agriculture. She also discusses the importance of long-term thinking in business, Taiwan’s path to net-zero by 2050, and how lessons from Ironman races apply to entrepreneurship. A lifelong vegan and sustainability advocate, Revital offers practical advice on reducing carbon footprints and why Taiwan is the perfect place to live, work, and make an impact. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, innovation, and the future of Taiwan.