In this episode, we sit down with Alberto Zandi, the co-founder of Emerald Hospitality Group, Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree, and the host of the 30 & Thriving Podcast.

Zandi shares valuable insights on his entrepreneurship journey, building iconic restaurant brands, and the importance of happiness for success.⁠00:00⁠ - Intro⁠00:33⁠ - Alberto's story⁠04:13⁠ - Finding the right business model ⁠05:08⁠ - Finding the right opportunity ⁠08:19⁠ - Travelling and building a brand⁠10:50⁠ - Working with his twin brother ⁠15:00⁠ - Curating a quality restaurant experience⁠17:10⁠ - 30 & Thriving Podcast⁠21:00⁠ - Success is never final, failure is never fatal⁠21:45⁠ - Defining Success⁠24:06⁠ - Advice to his 21 year old self ⁠25:09⁠ - What's Next Emperor Nero Okwa: ⁠ / nerookwa ⁠, IG: @nero_okwaAlberto Zandi: ⁠ / alberto-zandi-ba0a54130 ⁠Emerald Hospitality Group: ⁠https://emerald-hospitality-group.com/⁠30 & Thriving Podcast: ⁠https://30-and-thriving.com/⁠

After the amazing conversation on Creativity and Entrepreneurship with @BukaTheBuilder we were having an amazing 'back stage' chat and decided to just keep rolling the camera. We covered a lot of interesting themes on navigating identities from growing up somewhere else, Nigeria Culture 4.0, and Predictions for Africa.00:00 - Intro00:33 - Navigating Identities 01:12 - Nigeria Culture 4.001:32 - Add the Old, Enjoy the New 01:42 - African Diaspora 02:14 – Back to the source 02:36 - The Year of Return Ghana 201903:38 - Burna Boy: African Giant Album07:09 - Burna Boy: Touring Craft07:57 – Between 2 options, why not both?08:40 – Culturally Multilingual 08:54 – Creating Nigeria Culture 4.009:16 – We are creating history, right now09:40 – Being aware of the moment 10:04 – New tools to create 10:16 - Nigeria10:40 – Future of Africa, Agenda 206311:03 – Africa Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)12:15 – Mansa Musa, Europe 13:07 – Knowing where you came from 13:17 – We Need New Narratives13:52 – A Time to be Alive 14:43 – African High Speed Railway 16:15 – Africa Ecommerce 17:55 – Learning about my Culture18:24 – PREDICTIONS for Africa21:12 - Travelling across Africa, Hubs 22:16 – AfCFTA22:44 – People follow Opportunities. 23:55 - That’s a Wrap Emperor Nero: IG: @nero_okwaBuka The Builder: IG: @bukathebuilder

In this final episode of the Kilimanjaro series, Nero reflects on his transformative journey, from the challenges of the climb to the profound impact of exploring Tanzania.

He shares insights on self-discovery, the importance of environmental conservation, and the need for greater African travel and collaboration.

Drawing inspiration from a certain Japanese proverb, Nero emphasizes the importance of expanding our horizons and embracing new experiences to broaden our understanding of the world.

This episode takes us to the enchanting island of Zanzibar. I'll describe exploring the historic Stone Town, relaxing on pristine beaches, and immersing myself in the vibrant culture and delicious cuisine.

We'll then catch a ferry to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania's largest city, where I'll experience the blend of old and new.

Leaving the mountain behind, I embark on a thrilling safari adventure. Join me as I explore the Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, encountering incredible wildlife like lions, elephants, and giraffes.

Day 7In this climactic episode, I recount the midnight summit attempt – the physical and mental challenges of climbing in the dark, the exhilaration of reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, and the bittersweet feeling of completing this incredible challenge.

Day 5 - Day 6

Experience the emotional and physical toll of the climb as I descend into the Karanga Valley and confront the stark contrast in landscapes. I'll discuss the importance of mental resilience and the grueling ascent to Barafu Camp, the final resting point before the summit push.