Today's podcast guest is Rosaline Chow Koo, the Founder & CEO of Asia's leading InsurTech startup, CXA Group. We chat about the advantages & disadvantages of navigating business in Asia as an Asian American serial entrepreneur.
Rosaline grew up in a poor and chaotic environment, developing survival skills and becoming street smart (especially during events like the L.A. Watts riots). This adversity early on in life is what ultimately contributed to the success she has now, giving her the resilience and motivation to push through when times are tough.
Listen to this podcast episode to hear how Rosaline built the biggest InsurTech startup in Asia, why she thinks there are more opportunities in Asia than the US, and advice for aspiring female leaders on how to navigate the glass & bamboo ceilings.
Timestamps & Topics
0:00 - Preview** **
1:30 - Rosaline's introduction & upbringing in the States.
7:20 - Rosaline's career & entrepreneurial journey from the US to Asia
13:00 - What exactly is CXA Group? Why did she found it?
16:21 - Cultural differences when doing business in Asia. More opportunities in Asia?
23:05 - How did she navigate the barriers as a female Asian founder?
26:20 - Other advice for young people facing the bamboo & glass ceilings?
28:15 - Was Rosaline a born entrepreneur? What is her passion?
32:50 - Culture shocks when living in Singapore. Life in Asia & challenges when expanding CXA to other countries.
38:50 - Rosaline's future plans & career advice for young people
