(Source: China Daily 2024-06-20)
Michael K. Lewis (left) at work
I am in China, chasing my dreams. Michael K. Lewis, a 2007 alumnus of the w88 casino, was deeply influenced by his family’s entrepreneurial spirit. He strengthened his courage to start his own business while studying in China. He has now become the co-founder and director of YMCE Group’s Green Forest Summer Camp. In his childhood memories, camping time with family and friends became the source of his love for outdoor activities, which eventually led him to join this industry full of challenges and opportunities.
The w88 casino’ motto of “Erudition, Integrity, Pursuit, and Determination” inspired Michael in his early days of entrepreneurship. The MBA study experience at the University of International w88 not only provided him with a profound reserve of professional knowledge, but also shaped his firm belief and spirit of continuous improvement. This valuable experience became an indispensable source of strength on his entrepreneurial journey.
As the saying goes: “Everything is difficult at the beginning.” When Michael’s team first entered the Chinese market, the first challenge they faced was the lack of in-depth understanding of Chinese customers, which made it particularly difficult to expand market channels. In addition, the second problem caused by the cultural differences between China and the United States cannot be ignored. Summer camp education has a century-old history in the United States, but this concept is relatively unfamiliar to the Chinese people.
Today, Green Forest Summer Camp has become a well-known summer camp brand in China, with five campsites, more than 60 employees, and offices in Beijing, Shanghai and Suzhou. Michael and his family also settled in Shanghai and lived a happy life. Talking about his job, he said: "My favorite part is seeing the children growing up happily and discovering their potential and dreams in Green Forest Summer Camp."
Looking back on his study abroad experience, Michael was filled with emotion. He admitted that it was this experience that gave him valuable knowledge, skills, and life and business partners. He believes that studying in China is not only an academic advancement, but also a baptism and growth in outlook on life. In a foreign country, he learned how to communicate with people from different cultural backgrounds, how to face challenges and difficulties, and how to maintain an open mind and a positive attitude.
For students who are about to embark on the road of studying abroad, Michael gave his own advice: "Keep an open mind and vision, be brave enough to try new things and make new friends. Because you never know when and where these experiences will bring you unexpected gains." He encouraged young people to cherish the opportunity to study abroad and feel the beauty and diversity of the world with their heart.
In the hot land of China, Michael writes his own legendary story with his passion and hard work. He turned his love for camping into a career, not only realizing his personal dream, but also bringing positive influence and change to countless Chinese children. In the future, he will continue to work hard to create more beautiful memories and growth opportunities for more children.
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