The Quest for Success
Welcome! Thanks for joining us on this journey. We are a father and son duo on the quest to find the formula to success, and understand what success means to different people. Our goal is to take a deep dive into people's stories and interview people from a range of backgrounds in this quest for success.
About us:
Jam is an experienced founder with over 18 years of experience. He is passionate about helping businesses overcome their supply-chain challenges and achieve success. He is in his final year of the Harvard OPM program where he is deepening his knowledge and network.
Dylan is a renewable energy engineer turned entrepreneur, currently working on building a community based equipment rental platform. He recently completed the Stanford ignite program, a business and entrepreneurship course where he found his love for the startup hustle.
Together, we are on the quest, the quest for success!
Episodes
118 episodes
He Backed More Than 250 Startups Then Walked Away | Michael Batko
He backed more than 250 startups worth $4.5 billion. Then he walked away.In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Michael Batko, the former CEO of Startmate and co-founder of Hourglass AI, ...
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What a Serial Entrepreneur Learned About Living Longer | Tomaž Erjavec
What does it mean to truly succeed? For Tomaž Erjavec, the answer is simple: "Success is being alive and present."In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Tomaž Erjavec, a Slovenian serial ...
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The CEO Who Makes Sugar, Wine and Electricity – Sebastian Budeguer
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Sebastian Budeguer, CEO of Grupo Budeguer, for an insightful conversation on family business, leadership and building a legacy that spans generations.
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Why Smart People Said His Idea Would Fail – Mohan Murali’s Journey
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Mohan Murali, founder and CEO of Axletree Solutions, for an insightful conversation on entrepreneurship, resilience and building a global technology busines...
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Turning a Small Loan into a Multi-Million Dollar Empire - Souraabh Shaw
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Souraabh, Managing Director of MAKS Group, for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership and building businesses that create lasting impa...
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Toilet Paper is Free. Why Aren't Period Products? Remy Tucker is changing that!
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Remy Tucker, founder of On the House, for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, social impact and building a business that solves real-world pro...
A Life Well Lived - Remembering Nimal’s Legacy of Generosity and Purpose
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, we come together to reflect on the life and legacy of our father and grandfather, Nimal. This is a deeply personal conversation for us, one that goes beyond success, business or achievement. It ...
Scaling a Legacy – Arthur Strommer on Manufacturing, AI and Modern Leadership
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Arthur Strommer, Vice President at MTE Thompson, for an insightful conversation on leadership, innovation and navigating the complexities of a family busine...
From Athlete to Entrepreneur: Bronte Campbell's Inspiring Story
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Bronte Campbell, four-time Olympic medallist, entrepreneur and CEO of Athletica, for a powerful conversation on resilience, discipline and life beyond elite...
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How Ash Jayasinha Reinvented Himself from Musician to Entrepreneur
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Ash Jayasinha, entrepreneur, musician and real estate innovator, for an inspiring conversation on success, resilience and the power of reinvention.A...
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Jeremy Cabral on AI, Scaling and What Founders Get Wrong
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Jeremy Cabral, co-founder of Finder.com, for a forward-thinking conversation on entrepreneurship, global scaling and the transformative power of AI....
Hospitality, Cricket and Giving Back – David Cruse’s Journey Through Life, Legacy and Relationships
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana travel to Melbourne to sit down with David Cruse, owner of Spicy Wicket restaurant in Glen Waverley and a beloved figure in Australia’s Sri Lankan community, for a warm a...
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He's 17 and Already Changing Education | Neth Dharmasiri
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Neth Dharmasiri, a 17-year-old entrepreneur and co-founder of Thadus Code Labs , for an inspiring conversation on innovation, education and creating impact ...
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You're Too Scared to Look Stupid...That's Why You're Stuck | Doone Roisin
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Doone Roisin shares her journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful entrepreneur and podcaster, highlighting how her early life shaped her views on ambition, money and independence. ...
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He Left Music to Build an Agricultural Empire | Elias Chimely
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Elias Chimely, a Mexican entrepreneur in the agricultural space, for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation on self-discovery, creativity and redefini...
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The Man Building Sri Lanka's Future in Global Trade | Rohan Masakorala
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Rohan Masakorala, a leading voice in Sri Lanka’s logistics and international trade sector, for an insightful conversation on success, leadership and the fut...
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The Mindset That Wins Championships - Asanka Gurusingha
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Asanka Gurusinha, Sri Lankan cricket legend, for a powerful conversation on success, leadership and resilience. Drawing from his journey from humble beginni...
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100 Episodes Later - Reflecting on the Journey of The Quest For Success
In this special milestone episode of The Quest For Success Podcast, we take a moment to pause, reflect and look back on the incredible journey that has brought us to our 100th episode.Over the past two years, we have had the privilege o...
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Two Gold Medals and a Seat in Parliament | Liesl Tesch's Journey
Unlock the incredible resilience and relentless drive of Liesl Tesch a 7 times Paralympian and two times gold medalist, inspiring MP, and trailblazer breaking barriers in sport and politics. Discover how overcoming a life-changing injury propel...
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Unbreakable Mindset: Josef Rubin’s Journey from Favela to Entrepreneurial Impact
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sits down with Josef Rubin, a Brazilian entrepreneur, mentor and investor, for a powerful conversation on redefining success beyond material wealth. Josef shares his beli...
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How Allan Brown's Difficult Past Made Him a Better Coach and Leader?
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Allan Brown, coach and leader, for a deeply moving and honest conversation on resilience, personal growth and redefining success. Drawing from a challenging...
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An Inside Look At India's Manufacturing Future With Harsh Bansal
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sits down with Harsh Bansal, Managing Director of BMW Industries, for a thoughtful conversation on success, family values and sustainable growth. Drawing from his upbring...
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The Mentorship Secret Behind Lasting Family Enterprises – Suresh Mutha
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sits down with Suresh Mutha for a reflective conversation on success, family enterprise and long-term impact. Drawing from his upbringing in a large family and his journe...
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The Long Game: Relationships, Resilience & Results - Jaynish Dodhia
What does real success look like when it’s built on values, relationships, and long-term thinking?In this conversation, we sit down with global entrepreneur Jaynish Dodhia to unpack a life built on values, relationships, and bold bets. ...
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From Working-Class Roots to Retail Leader - Mark Newman
In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, we sit down with Mark Newman for a thoughtful conversation on success, leadership and personal growth. Drawing from his journey from a working-class upbringing in England to a respected career i...
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