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November is here, and it’s time to go all in—push boundaries, chase big wins, and finish the year strong! From big sales to big wins, nothing is slowing down this month. So grab your coffee and don’t miss out on how our network of entrepreneurs is making an impact this week.

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The Other Group Is Helping Brands Scale DTC Without a Full Team

Every CPG founder knows DTC growth is crucial — but few want the cost, time, complexity, or know-how of building a full in-house team.

With the help of The Other Group, a leading Asian-founded CPG snack brand (previously reliant on Costco, Target, and Kroger) recently grew online revenue by 135% in just 90 days, while saving 70% of projected headcount costs.

By combining brand storytelling, membership-based eCommerce strategies, and retention-focused community building, in-store fans became a thriving digital customer base.

Key Results:
📈 +135% eCommerce Revenue
🛒 +89% New Customers / +110% Repeat Customers
💌 +120% Email Subscribers
📬 +85% Subscription Growth
💰 70% Cost Savings

Founded by Dennis Yao Yu (former Shopify, Art.com, Casio), The Other Group embeds directly with teams as fractional eCommerce and content officers, building scalable growth systems without the overhead.

Connect with Dennis Yao Yu on LinkedIn for more information.

Yamamoto Powers Dodgers to World Series Win

Yoshinobu Yamamoto led the Los Angeles Dodgers to victory with his outstanding pitching, earning the World Series MVP award. His performance was especially crucial as the team faced a thin bullpen throughout the postseason.

In a tense Game 7, Yamamoto entered in the 9th inning with the score tied and helped the Dodgers hold off the Toronto Blue Jays. The team celebrated his effort, with teammates and manager hailing him as the hero of the series.

Read the full article here.

Lisa Ling Opens Up After CBS Departure

Lisa Ling addressed her recent layoff from CBS News, sharing her thoughts and support for colleagues affected by the cuts. She noted that as a contributor, her role was vulnerable but expressed gratitude for her time at the network.

She highlighted her work on meaningful series covering caregiving, psychedelic healing, and spirituality. Ling also announced she is developing a new platform to explore intergenerational strength and healing in more depth.

Read the full article here.

Hong Kong Launches Fintech 2030 Strategy

Hong Kong unveiled a five-year fintech plan to boost AI and tokenization, aiming to strengthen its role as a global fintech hub. The strategy will introduce over 40 initiatives, focusing on data infrastructure, digital payments, and sector-wide resilience.

HKMA Chief Eddie Yue described Fintech 2030 as the third stage of the city’s fintech strategy, following earlier phases that introduced digital banks and practical fintech solutions. The plan reflects fintech’s growing presence in everyday life and the financial sector.

Read the full article here.

UPLIFTING STORY 📖

The Founders Behind Anise Health: How Two Women Are Reimagining Mental Health for the Asian Community

When Nisha Desai and Alice Zhang met at Harvard Business School, a conversation about their struggles with therapy led to the creation of Anise Health, a platform making mental health care culturally attuned and effective for the AAPI community.

Both founders experienced the same problem from different angles: Nisha faced systemic barriers to care, and Alice often felt unseen in therapy sessions. Together, they designed a model where clients don’t have to explain their cultural background—therapy starts with understanding.

Since its launch, Anise Health has facilitated 10,000+ paid appointments, built a network of 60+ licensed providers, and raised $6.4M in funding.

Their goal goes beyond access - it’s about making therapy effective, culturally attuned, and sustainable for the community.

Building Success: How Angel Zhen Built a $500K Solo CPA Firm

Angel Zhen, CPA, MST, has redefined what success looks like in the accounting world. While most accountants chase big teams, corner offices, and endless clients, Angel chose a different path — one that values independence, quality, and impact.

After years in public accounting, he saw how the traditional system rewarded long hours over meaningful results. Determined to do things differently, Angel built a high-performing solo firm that delivers excellent service without sacrificing his life outside work. His approach proves that you can achieve professional excellence while maintaining balance and staying true to your values.

Angel’s journey is an inspiring example of innovation and courage in entrepreneurship. His story reminds us that success is not one-size-fits-all and that meaningful work starts with designing a model that fits you.

Read the full article about Angel Zhen here.

Celebrate his story and vote for him as the 2025 Innovative Practitioner:

LAST WEEK, ASIAN LEADERS DID 🎉

🚀 Tehching Hsieh, Taiwanese-American artist and performance-art pioneer, was awarded the 2025 Tung Chung Prize Special Achievement Award in recognition of his groundbreaking works on migration, endurance, and identity. 

🚀 Rachel Zhang, Asian-American visual artist, received the 2025 YoungArts Jorge M. Pérez Award—an unrestricted prize for artists who strengthen community through art—cementing her rising status in the creative world. 

🚀 Huynh Thien Trieu, General Director of Amway Vietnam, received the 2025 Asia Outstanding Entrepreneur Award at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2025 for his strategic leadership and commitment to sustainability.

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COMPANIES DISCOVERED ✅

Endowus

Endowus is Asia’s “conflict-free wealth partner,” helping people keep their money safe while making it work harder for them. They use professional, institutional-grade investments strategies, so clients can grow their wealth with confidence, without worrying about hidden conflicts or complicated processes. 

Discover how Endowus can help you invest smarter by visiting their platform today.

Kuku FM

Kuku FM is India’s “storytelling platform for creators,” giving podcasters, educators, and storytellers a space to share their stories and reach listeners across the country. They make it easy to create, share, and earn from audio content, turning passion into opportunity. 

Fans can explore all their shows by downloading the Kuku FM: Audio Series here!

Visualize to Strategize

Instead of just writing down your marketing ideas, try mapping them out with colorful notes, doodles, or sketches. Seeing everything on paper makes it easier to spot connections, gaps, and fresh opportunities that a screen might hide. It’s a simple way to turn a jumble of ideas into a clear plan—and sometimes, a few scribbles can spark your next big idea too!

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