Participate
Have Something
to Lose?
Good. We’re not looking for thought leaders. We’re looking for founders who’ve made costly decisions and can speak to the friction others avoid.
You Might Be Right If
- You're operating in or through Shanghai with real traction
- You've navigated cross-border partnerships, capital, or regulatory complexity
- You value discretion and care about long-term credibility
- You've made decisions that carried real cost—and can discuss the tradeoffs
This Isn’t For You If
- You're seeking exposure or personal brand building
- You want to pitch your company or share “lessons learned”
- You're not yet operating (pre-traction, idea-stage)
- You're uncomfortable with unscripted, candid conversation
What to Expect
Before
We conduct pre-interviews to understand your story—specifically the parts you don't usually share. We agree on boundaries. Nothing goes live without your approval.
During
90 minutes. 4–6 peers. No script. We protect the room so you can drop the performance.
After
Edited episodes reach our curated network. You get access to fellow guests and ecosystem introductions—if you want them.
Application
Apply to Be a Guest
We review every application personally. Response time: 48 hours. If you’re looking for a quick booking, we’re not the right platform.
- Reviewed within 48 hours
- Strictly confidential
- No commitment required