Reborn, back to a small county town to become a wealthy family

Chapter 756 The Club's Positioning

The 28th of this month happened to be a Saturday, and Luo Yang invited a few friends to a small gathering at a business club.

There weren't many people, but each person invited had a specific purpose.

For example, He Maosong, Liu Haishan, and Cai Fujun are old friends that Luo Yang has known since the early stages of his entrepreneurship. They not only have a close relationship, but they also serve as a bridge between him and Zhejiang East Capital.

Chen Liyang, the secretary-general of the Yangshi Chamber of Commerce, also specially invited Yu Haiping to accompany him, fearing that he would be neglected.

Because of him, Luo Yang maintains a certain relationship with the Shanghai Yangshi Chamber of Commerce and uses the Chamber as a bridge to get to know professors and experts from Yangshi in Shanghai's university circles. There may not be any practical benefits yet, but as Luo Yang's layout in high-tech industries increases, the demand for high-end talent and cooperation with top universities under his name will only increase.

Another is Fu Bin, who is also Luo Yang's partner in industrial real estate. The prospects for their future cooperation are also becoming increasingly broad.

Because he knew that ten years later, the domestic real estate industry would begin to decline, and it would be a decline like the setting sun. Only industrial real estate would retain some vitality, and his manufacturing companies needed to expand across the country. Fu Bin's industrial real estate would be the best partner.

Similarly, he also invited Dong Xuan.

Although the woman had expressed her willingness to submit to him, Luo Yang still needed her connections in the financial circle.

Although Dong Xuan isn't a big shot, she's the only person Luo Yang knows at this level, and she's the kind of person he can somewhat trust.

Of course, Han Dongming and Cao Shuyu were completely unexpected.

He didn't expect Han Dongming to still be in Shanghai, and that he had called him this morning.

This guy wanted to invite him for drinks that night, but after Luo Yang told him he had something else to do, he kept asking. After learning about the club, he insisted on coming over to join in the fun, and even brought Cao Shuyu along.

Manager Zhu Jialiang and Deputy Manager Shen Jinglan guided everyone on a tour of the entire clubhouse.

Finally, everyone gathered in an antique-style hall on the third floor, where they enjoyed the aromas and teas under the guidance of incense and tea masters.

"Brother Luo, that's impressive."

Among the crowd, Liu Haishan reacted the most strongly: "You quietly set up a club. When it comes to business acumen, you're the best."

"Brother Luo, can I sign up for a membership here now?"

Cai Fujun smiled and chimed in, "I've made up my mind. I'm going to be the first VIP member of the Jiangnan Club."

"The trial operation will begin tomorrow."

Luo Yang responded with a smile, "I've just invited everyone here today to help me find fault, so that things won't be leaky once the trial operation starts."

He wasn't really looking to make a lot of money from the club; his main purpose was to have a place to entertain friends and clients in the future. Cai Fujun hadn't even started browsing the club yet, but he was already clamoring to get a VIP card. This was to give Luo Yang face, and it was also a favor.

In fact, not only Cai Fujun, but all the people who were invited today will be given a VIP card as a courtesy.

If Luo Yang really wanted to commercialize this club, he could have invited Jiang Tao and a few others he had met at the Yanhuang Business Club, but he didn't do so.

That's not necessary.

As his business empire grows larger, more "friends" in the business world will naturally become aware of this place and become VIP members due to various collaborations or other reasons.

"So, what are your thoughts?"

After stopping Cai Fujun from his eagerness to become a member, Luo Yang asked everyone for their opinions on the club.

"The decor is of a high standard."

Liu Haishan was the first to speak again: "And I also experienced it during the visit. The service staff you hire here are all of good quality. They must have received professional training. Anyway, it looks quite high-class. When I come to Shanghai to entertain people in the future, your place will be my first choice."

"Old Liu, you'd better keep your word."

Cai Fujun jokingly said, "Don't let them see you at the Baijinhang Palace nightclub again."

"Hahaha"

The others understood and laughed.

There are many Zhejiang businessmen in Shanghai, and they have many small groups and organizations among them, especially various associations.

He Maosong was quite frank: "I know some friends and can introduce some small groups to hold parties here, but whether I can keep them depends on Brother Luo's abilities."

His words were very honest.

Connections and people can be introduced, but in Shanghai there are many places like Jiangnan Club. High-end decorations are not enough to attract this group. To retain people, it is necessary to see if Jiangnan Club has any unique features.

"I wonder if you noticed that spacious banquet hall on the fourth floor just now?"

Luo Yang smiled and said, "We can hold some salons and cocktail parties there, like 'The Secret to Wealth' or something."

He Maosong's eyes immediately lit up.

He realized that Luo Yang understood the hidden meaning in Luo Yang's words and came up with a brilliant idea.

The Wealth Code cocktail party held on the Bund last time raised 9300 million US dollars on the spot, giving Gray Rhino's first fund product a good start.

If this fund product is very successful, even if it doesn't reach the maximum return of 50%, as long as it exceeds 20%, the next time a similar product is launched, the threshold for a "gray rhino" will be overwhelmed.

That fund product will be offered again, and the venue will be the banquet hall on the fourth floor of the Jiangnan Club.

Moreover, Luo Yang just hinted at the result: the first fund product has been successful.

"What's the secret to wealth?"

Han Dongming suddenly appeared; he and Cao Shuyu were among the two people present who were unaware of fund products.

Since Luo Yang had invited him and had given him a brief introduction beforehand, He Maosong considered him a friend of Luo Yang, so he explained a little after Luo Yang asked the question.

"I didn't know you were involved in fund products?"

Han Dongming then looked at Luo Yang and said in surprise, "You're a real surprise! Not only are you a great businessman with excellent investment acumen, but you also have some talent in finance."

Luo Yang said modestly, then changed the subject and asked, "There are many top-notch clubs in the capital. With your influence, you must have seen them all. So, what do you think of this Jiangnan Club?"

"The capital city has many top-tier clubs, such as Chang'an Club, Jaguar Club, and Beijing Club."

After taking a sip of tea, Han Dongming paused for a moment before continuing, "However, the founders of those clubs are all big shots in the business world. They have impressive connections and their own aura attracts people in the industry who want to get close to these big shots and obtain business information and channels from them. The Jiangnan Club is still lacking in this aspect."

The words may not sound pleasant, but the reasoning behind them is correct.

Although Luo Yang already has a net worth of tens of billions, when you look at the businesses under his name, none of them are truly influential.

At least it hasn't gotten up yet.

After all, what supports his current wealth is still milk tea and sexy lingerie.

Industries like wind power and drones have yet to gain significant influence, e-commerce platforms are struggling to survive in the gaps left by giants like Taobao and JD.com, and shared bicycles have yet to leave campuses.
New energy vehicle manufacturing and smartphones are still only in the planning stages. His company has no social influence; if it does, it's only in a small area of ​​Yang City, and even then, it's not as well-known as his father-in-law, Jiang Yuanshan.

Therefore, Han Dongming pointed out incisively that it is not impossible for Jiangnan Club to follow the path of the top clubs in the capital, but it is just lacking a bit of skill.

As for the level of decoration and the services offered, those were secondary; he didn't mention them at all.

Dong Xuan sat next to Fu Bin.

After listening to Han Dongming's comments, he glanced at Luo Yang.

She knew Luo Yang; although he kept saying he wanted to retire early and always wanted to slack off, he was actually quite proud inside.

I had already witnessed it after the dinner party at the Min family's house.

How will he handle this?

Dong Xuan thought to herself secretly, a smile playing on her lips.

I'm really looking forward to it.
"This is my club."

Luo Yang didn't show any annoyance, but just smiled and said, "When I first started this, my idea was very simple. Our company didn't have a place to entertain guests in Shanghai, so I thought I'd open a club as an internal company reception venue, and also as a place for friends to get together casually. I didn't think about making any impact, let alone making money."

Han Dongming scoffed when he heard this.

Although he didn't refute it verbally, his expression clearly showed that he didn't believe it.

Because He Maosong had just mentioned Zhejiang business groups, Luo Yang immediately responded by saying that the frequent "Wealth Code" cocktail parties held at the clubhouse were clearly aimed at expanding connections within the business community. Now, saying this again seems a bit...
"Of course, that was my initial thought, but who knows what will happen in the future?"

Luo Yang continued calmly, "As my business empire expands, perhaps the second round of financing for bike-sharing will be held here? At that time, the presidents of Sequoia Capital, Tencent, and a certain internationally renowned investment institution will come to this club to sit and have a cup of tea."

Han Dongming: "."

The corners of her mouth that had just turned up immediately disappeared.

"Lemon CC will be sold next year, and negotiations with the buyer may take place at the Jiangnan Club."

Luo Yang didn't finish speaking, but continued at the same pace: "The acquisition of a project worth tens of billions will be finalized here, and the Jiangnan Club might attract some attention from financial media."

Now it was Dong Xuan's turn to curl the corners of her mouth.

"Brother Luo, you know what, it's actually kind of interesting."

He Maosong suddenly joined in, laughing and saying, "If you really intend to do this, I will definitely help you promote it in the Zhejiang East circle, and also bring a few investment projects to discuss here, to consolidate and expand the reputation of Jiangnan Club in this regard."

"Thank you, Brother He, but it's not necessary."

Luo Yang waved his hand and said, "I'm not in a hurry to make the club dazzling and prosperous. It's better to take it slow. I believe my business empire will grow bigger and bigger. Then, just like what Young Master Han said, interest groups in the industry will naturally flock to it."

Han Dongming felt a sudden tremor in his heart after hearing those words.

He suddenly remembered some of his investigations into Luo Yang, especially the high-tech industries under his name with great potential, which might actually grow into companies worth hundreds of billions in the future.

This possibility is not small.

Moreover, there's something even more terrifying: Luo Yang is only 22 years old this year!
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, he will definitely become a big shot in Shanghai's business world in the future.

"Mr. Luo, could you also get me a VIP membership card sometime?"

Cao Shuyu, who had been silent until now, suddenly spoke up: "IDG's Greater China office is located in the capital, but many of its investment projects are in the south, especially the region I'm in charge of, which is mostly in the Yangtze River Delta. It's really a good place to have some of the initial contact and negotiations for investment projects here."

This is the icing on the cake.

Luo Yang picked up his cup and gestured to him.

"How's the communication going on your end?"

This was a response to his earlier show of goodwill.

“I’ve already contacted headquarters. I was planning to talk to President Luo about it at dinner tonight, but it’s the same here.”

After getting the chance, Cao Shuyu immediately replied to Luo Yang, "Moreover, your secretariat has already contacted me. The headquarters should send an invitation to Shanghai on Monday. We're just waiting for when you have time to go for a face-to-face meeting."

"After next Tuesday."

Since the decision had already been made, there was no harm in telling him directly. Luo Yang then told him the result: "Wednesday or Thursday. I was planning to contact you today anyway."

After saying this, the two of them laughed at the same time.

Apart from Han Dongming, no one at the scene knew what they were talking about and was completely confused.

"No, Brother Luo, what kind of riddles are you two playing?"

Liu Haishan, smoking a cigarette, asked casually, "You have a collaborative project with IDG?"

"Yes, we have some common ideas about the bike-sharing project, and I plan to go to their headquarters next week to discuss it."

Luo Yang briefly mentioned, "I'm going to the United States."

Although it was just a simple explanation, Liu Haishan was no novice. He clearly knew that IDG was a large international investment institution, and that Luo Yang was going to the US headquarters to discuss cooperation. With such a large mobilization, it must be no small project.

He couldn't help but exclaim, "Your business is getting bigger and bigger!"

"Brother, what you're saying..."

Luo Yang said with a double meaning, "Our business collaboration is quite substantial!"

Ok?
Liu Haishan was taken aback when he saw the smile on Luo Yang's lips.

This definitely doesn't refer to Lemon CC and Nayuki.
Are they the three ironclad principles of life?

He couldn't help but think of his trip to Kunshan last year, and his mind was immediately filled with a series of thoughts.
How many days will you be staying in the US?

Han Dongming quickly recovered and interjected, asking Luo Yang, "Can you come back before the 12th of next month?"

"?"

Luo Yang looked at Han Dongming with surprise, and replied, "It depends on the specific situation, because I also need to check on the sales of drones in the US market. If all goes well, I should be back in about a week."

"If I can get back before the 12th, I'll give your club a surprise."

Han Dongming countered with a backhand grab, delivering a Versailles-style jab to Luo Yang.

This guy is interesting.

(End of this chapter)