Coffee Chat Series with Mr Daniel Ni

We hosted an exclusive Industry Master Coffee Chat with Mr Daniel Ni (MBA 2018), Co-founder and CFO of Cornwall Medical. This intimate session offered valuable insights on transitioning from investment banking to entrepreneurship in China’s burgeoning healthcare start-up sector.

Key Highlights:

• Career Transition: Mr Ni shared his inspiring journey from Investment Banker in Beijing to co-founding Cornwall Medical. He discussed the challenges and opportunities of moving from corporate life to the start-up ecosystem, emphasising the importance of skills like financial analysis and negotiation, alongside adaptability and creativity.
• Healthcare Start-up Insights: Drawing on his experiences, Mr Ni provided an insider’s view of China’s healthcare landscape, highlighting rapid advancements in medical technology and the significance of strategic financial planning, illustrated by Cornwall Medical’s successful HKD60M Pre-A Series fundraising.
• Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: He encouraged participants to take calculated risks, leverage their MBA networks, and focus on long-term goals despite short-term challenges, sharing practical tips on funding and team building.

The chat with Mr Ni inspired attendees with actionable insights for transitioning into entrepreneurship and exploring opportunities in the fast-evolving healthcare industry, fostering meaningful discussions and connections.