Armenians and More Hosted by *Grigor Tsolakyan*
In this episode of ARMENIANS AND MORE, Grigor Tsolakyan sits down with Ararat Baghdasaryan, founder of American Global Freight, to explore a journey that spans from the markets of China to the competitive logistics landscape of the United States. Ararat opens up about the cultural shifts required to succeed globally, the “America Factor” of unlearning past habits to adapt to a new system, and why true freedom is the heartbeat of the American Dream.
Beyond the business of freight, we delve into the unique “Yerevan vibe” of Glendale and why the Armenian community thrives so powerfully in Southern California. From managing high-stakes international trust to building strategic bridges with Armenia’s growing potential, this conversation offers a masterclass in resilience and global entrepreneurship.
Real stories.
Real experience.
No fake motivation.
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• Golden State Credit Consulting | +1 (949) 532-9132 |
• LA Casa – Cigar Lounge | +1 (818) 533-5838 |
• NEOLYNX | +1 (818) 696-5010 |
• American Global Freights | +1(818) 220-8800 |
• Nation Star Auto | +1 (747) 777-1111 |
• The Rose Travel | 225 E Broadway, Unit 208, Glendale |
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⏱ *Chapters*
00:00 – Highlights: The reality of starting a business in America
01:05 – Introduction: Meeting Ararat Baghdasaryan
01:45 – Starting in China: The foundations of a logistics career
03:25 – The “America Factor”: Forgetting your past experience to survive
06:30 – Life in China: Learning the language and business culture
09:33 – Moving to the USA: Why America feels like home from day one
11:45 – Defining the “American Dream” through freedom
13:16 – Why Glendale? Finding the “Yerevan Vibe” in California
16:26 – Logistics as a Bridge: International trade and timing
18:38 – Why Armenians succeed abroad: Ambition vs. environment
21:28 – Investing in Armenia: Utilizing talent and regional potential
24:13 – Building Trust: The meeting that changed everything
28:18 – Advice for Newcomers: Looking outside the box
30:35 – Business Culture: Dealing with Armenian vs. foreign entrepreneurs
33:13 – Blitz Questions: Favorite cities and essential tools
34:55 – Closing & Gift: Good to Great
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«ARMENIANS AND MORE»-ի այս թողարկման հյուրն է «American Global Freight» ընկերության հիմնադիր Արարատ Բաղդասարյանը: Գրիգոր Ցոլակյանի հետ զրույցում Արարատը պատմում է իր մասնագիտական ուղին՝ Չինաստանի շուկաներից մինչև ԱՄՆ-ի մրցակցային լոգիստիկ ոլորտ: Նա անդրադառնում է գլոբալ հաջողության համար անհրաժեշտ մշակութային փոփոխություններին, նախկին փորձը «մոռանալու» և ամերիկյան համակարգին հարմարվելու կարևորությանը, ինչպես նաև այն գաղափարին, թե ինչու է հենց ազատությունը համարվում «ամերիկյան երազանքի» հիմքը:
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7 Comments
Another great interview. I enjoy you asking open-ended questions and allowing your guest to talk and give the listener a glimpse into their thoughts. In business, just as in life in general, perspective is an interesting thing. Keep it up, Grig!
The channel is doing great job! And guest seems talented young armenian! Vorakov mardik en. mer azge zarganum e. Apreq 🙏 👏
Wishing you the absolute best ahead 🔝
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I know AGF many years. Truly trustful partners.
Interesting podcast!