John is a community-driven entrepreneur and proud father of two, originally from Hong Kong. After 9 years in the hospitality industry, he dove into entrepreneurship — experimenting with affiliate marketing, social media, and online communities — all of which led him to his true calling: building spaces that bring people together.In 2021, he launched Alt_ChiangMai, Thailand’s first designed and purpose-built coliving and coworking space for digital nomads and remote workers. Then in 2024, with the support of the community, he crowdfunded and opened Alt_PingRiver, a peaceful riverside space designed to foster deep work, meaningful connections, and personal growth.John thrives on connecting with people from all backgrounds.
I will shares personal stories of learning how to build intentional human connections — and how those lessons became the foundation for my coliving business - Alt_ChiangMai & Alt_PingRiver.
The presentation will focus on the relational skills often overlooked in entrepreneurship and explores how authentic relationships can become the most powerful driver of community and purpose-driven business.
I will shares personal stories of learning how to build intentional human connections — and how those lessons became the foundation for my coliving business - Alt_ChiangMai & Alt_PingRiver.
The presentation will focus on the relational skills often overlooked in entrepreneurship and explores how authentic relationships can become the most powerful driver of community and purpose-driven business.