Ever met someone whose electric energy pulls you right in? Prof. Zhaoli Meng delivers just that, a restless explorer bridging academia, tech giants like Tencent and JD, and consulting, always chasing fresh challenges.

In this HKUST MBA podcast, Associate Dean Prof. Stephen Shih uncovers her journey: from Tencent to leading HKUST's Center for Technology and Business Ecosystems. Her vivid examples, from TikTok creators to Uber drivers ask us to think differently.

Curiosity fueled her path, including co-authoring the pioneering “Internet Plus” reports that shaped China's digital economy. They dive into her award-winning Harvard Business Review China article challenging platform giants amid rising AI risks Explore her "co-benefit ecosystems" blueprint that turns tech dominance into shared wins.

Tune in for her straight-shooting advice on the dangers of big tech--and how tech can be a force for good.