Meta World Peace Discusses Business Ventures and China Ties at BEYOND Expo 2025
Former NBA star Meta World Peace, formerly Ron Artest, shared insights on his transition from professional basketball to entrepreneurship during a panel at the Global Investment Summit of BEYOND Expo 2025. He discussed the personal journey behind his name change, inspired by Buddhism, and reflected on his career highlights, including winning an NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers and playing in the Chinese Basketball Association. Meta emphasized his strong connection to China, where he is known as the 'Friend of the Panda,' and expressed interest in reconnecting with fans via social media platforms like Weibo. Currently, he co-founded 37 Partners, a Hong Kong-based brand lab helping athletes build financial independence through digital marketing and social commerce. He praised China’s innovative ecosystem, particularly platforms like Little Red Book, for integrating content and commerce. Despite geopolitical complexities, Meta remains optimistic about expanding his business into mainland China and the US, stressing the importance of execution, collaboration, and adaptability for young entrepreneurs seeking to navigate the global market.
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Meta World Peace Discusses Business Ventures and China Ties at BEYOND Expo 2025
Former NBA star Meta World Peace, formerly Ron Artest, shared insights on his transition from professional basketball to entrepreneurship during a panel at the Global Investment Summit of BEYOND Expo 2025. He discussed the personal journey behind his name change, inspired by Buddhism, and reflected on his career highlights, including winning an NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers and playing in the Chinese Basketball Association. Meta emphasized his strong connection to China, where he is known as the 'Friend of the Panda,' and expressed interest in reconnecting with fans via social media platforms like Weibo. Currently, he co-founded 37 Partners, a Hong Kong-based brand lab helping athletes build financial independence through digital marketing and social commerce. He praised China’s innovative ecosystem, particularly platforms like Little Red Book, for integrating content and commerce. Despite geopolitical complexities, Meta remains optimistic about expanding his business into mainland China and the US, stressing the importance of execution, collaboration, and adaptability for young entrepreneurs seeking to navigate the global market.
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