Grit

In 2020, Airwallex lost nearly half its revenue overnight. Today it's worth $11 billion.

Jack Zhang reflects on the decisions that kept the company alive, raising capital during uncertainty, and leading through its toughest chapter.

This episode is a candid look at why Jack chose to keep building, even when a $1.2 billion acquisition was on the table.

Guest: Jack Zhang, founder and CEO, Airwallex

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Creators and Guests

Host
Joubin Mirzadegan
Partner, Kleiner Perkins
Guest
Jack Zhang
Founder and CEO, Airwallex

What is Grit?

Grit explores what it takes to create, build, and scale world-class organizations. It features weekly episodes highlighting the leaders who are pushing their companies to make a difference. This series is hosted by Joubin Mirzadegan, go to market operating partner at Kleiner Perkins, a venture capital firm investing in history-making founders.