In this episode of Taiwanese Change Makers, host Adrian de Courcey sits down with Richard deVries, founder and CEO of Geber Consulting, a leading brand strategy agency helping Taiwanese companies expand internationally. Richard shares his unique journey - from winning a one-way ticket to Taiwan in an online auction to building a successful branding and marketing consultancy over two decades.

He discusses the evolution of Taiwan’s business landscape, the challenges of B2B branding for OEM companies, and how AI is reshaping marketing. Plus, Richard opens up about his passion for endurance sports, including competing in Ironman races, and how discipline in athletics translates to entrepreneurship.

Whether you're interested in Taiwan’s business ecosystem, global branding strategies, or the mindset of a triathlete-entrepreneur, this episode offers valuable insights.

In this episode of Taiwanese Change Makers, host Adrian de Courcey sits down with Kara Atchison, a seasoned engineer-turned-entrepreneur with a remarkable career spanning NASA’s Space Shuttle Program, global defense giants, and her own Taiwan-based supply chain venture, SCM Solution. Kara shares insights on high-stakes teamwork at NASA, the challenges of launching a business in Taiwan, and how geopolitical shifts like U.S.-China tariffs are reshaping supply chains. Tune in for practical advice on entrepreneurship, cross-cultural leadership, and why Taiwan is a hub for hardware innovation — plus, hear Kara’s favorite Taiwanese street food spots!