In this episode of The Negotiation, Todd sits down with Filip Zieliński, a seasoned entrepreneur and long-time China resident with a wealth of experience across various industries, including green energy, tech, F&B, retail, and education.The conversation starts with a deep dive into China’s booming green energy space. Filip has had a front-row seat to China’s EV revolution - shaking up the global auto industry - through his work for Green Cell, a leading green battery company. Filip also shares details on his latest venture, which aims to help Chinese students gain admission to top global universities. He breaks down how China’s engagement with international education has changed in recent years with the disruptions of the pandemic and a more mature “consumer” of international education opportunities.Finally, we deep dive into China’s rapidly evolving startup ecosystem. Filip has an optimistic view of China’s start-up scene and highlights several sectors primed for significant growth, especially in biotech and hard tech. Listeners will find much to learn from Filip's fascinating business journey in China.Topics Discussed and Key Points: A glimpse into China's green energy and education sectors.The allure of Shenzhen and China's diverse local business environments.Green Cell and the electric vehicle revolution in China.Entrepreneurial challenges in China's education sector.Thriving industries in China, including biochemistry, pharmaceuticals, and battery production for electric vehicles.The evolution of retail technology in China.Global immigration through startup visas.The role of intensive preparatory services.Data-driven decision making in college applications.The power of networking in education.