The Internet Industry Development Conference was somewhat different from expectations. It basically turned into a salon format with Zhang Chaoyang, Fang Zhuo, and Robin Li speaking by name one after another.
However, since I am not very old and I am in charge of different things, the atmosphere is more important than the form.
The roll call session was interrupted at Ali Tsai Chongxin.
It’s not that he didn’t want to order it, it was mainly because he got a little excited when talking about the future judgment of domestic e-commerce. After talking about it for a while, he forgot about it and returned to his seat.
The active Zhang Chaoyang turned his head and looked at Fang Zhuo, who was communicating with Wang Yan in a low voice, indicating that he would take the roll call.
Fang Zhuo waved his hand to refuse and expressed with his eyes that he was the ugly one.
Zhang Chaoyang prepared to roll call without hesitation.
While the heads of these two portals were communicating across the air, Zhou Kaixuan of TOM Network took the initiative and expressed his desire to talk about the current wireless value-added market.
TOM Network is the well-deserved No. 1 in the wireless value-added market, and Zhou Kaixuan, the actual controller, is definitely qualified to talk about this topic.
Moreover, as the only woman present, her gesture won everyone's appreciation.
“I just heard everyone talk a lot, and I learned a lot. The domestic Internet is developing very fast, and this is true in all aspects.”
“Infrastructure, users, and computer volume are all growing at a rapid pace.”
“Just now President Sina said that a rising tide lifts all boats, and I absolutely agree with this.”
“Because our TOM network relies on the increasing number of mobile phone subscribers.”
Zhou Kaixuan looked at Fang Zhuo and looked at him naturally. The latter responded with a polite smile.
She then said in a probing tone: "But what makes me curious is that Sina is also vigorously developing wireless business. Why didn't Mr. Fang talk about this?"
Zhou Kaixuan said generously: "TOM.com is very interested in comprehensive portals. Mr. Fang knows this, but I also know that Mr. Fang attaches great importance to the SP business and still holds the position of president of Sina Hotline, right?
"
Fang Zhuo said: "Yes, not only TOM is interested in the status of Sina Portal, but we are also interested in the status of Sina Portal."
“Hey, NetEase’s guy is sitting behind you.” Zhang Chaoyang pretended to be dissatisfied and pulled in his competitor. This guy always talks about the status of the portal website. Times are developing, and there’s no telling who will be better in the future.
Ding Lei from behind smiled and said nothing.
Zhou Kaixuan still looked at Fang Zhuo with his eyes: "Then why did Mr. Fang never mention the SP business just now?"
She had listened carefully before. When Fang Zhuo talked about the Internet industry ecology, he mentioned search, instant messaging and other directions, but he did not mention wireless value-added services at all, and this is a market that everyone is currently actively exploring.
Up to now, the number of SP service providers on the market has soared to hundreds, and the competition is fierce and mixed.
Fang Zhuo looked at the way the other party held the microphone, and changed from speaking to Q&A, but he did not avoid it and said: "SP business still has great potential. TOM Network is indeed doing very well, but this business is limited.
It’s harder to take the initiative.”
Zhou Kaixuan instantly understood what Fang Zhuo meant, and saw looks of approval on the faces of the other two heads, Zhang Chaoyang and Ding Lei. The P business depends too much on the operator, and can almost be said to be controlled by others.
She thinks this is a bit different between men and women. Although TOM has also entered the portal, it is due to brand considerations and has no complaints about the A and B permissions with operators.
These three companies have been doing this for a while and are already considering their long-term interests.
Zhou Kaixuan nodded, thinking about Hutchison Whampoa's contact with Fang Zhuo, and said: "I am very interested in talking to Mr. Fang about this. We can discuss it when we have time in the past few days, but now I will talk about our
TOM Network’s thoughts on SP.”
Fang Zhuo smiled, naturally it was impossible to refuse.
Although Zhou Kaixuan is Li Fuhao's confidante, she is indeed very capable. She is the second largest shareholder, and TOM Network has everything in her hands.
So, when she talked about the fields that her company was good at, she was very eloquent, and many people listened attentively.
Fang Zhuo was halfway through listening, and there was a reply from Yu Hong on his phone.
“I contacted Yao Ming and he agreed to contact Sina.”
Fang Zhuo showed this message to Wang Yan, who immediately took his mobile phone to assign tasks.
Zhou Kaixuan’s speech was indeed informative, and she won sincere applause at the end. Moreover, she also revealed the company’s future plans, planning to IPO next year.
It would be fine if I didn’t say this, but when I mentioned this, Fang Zhuo lowered his evaluation in his mind. TOM.com only relied on the SP business to be listed. The profit method was single, and it was difficult to reverse it to the portal model.
The singleness of wireless value-added services is a big problem, and technology is constantly developing. How will TOM deal with it? Of course, if a wave of money escapes from the listing, it is probably no problem.
Fang Zhuo suddenly thought of the person behind her, and his expression paled.
Just one and a half hours is not enough for everyone to speak. The luncheon is at a restaurant next to the Bund. It is not far away and you can enjoy the scenery.
We will continue chatting in the afternoon, and just have a drink at noon to get a little tipsy.
Fang Zhuo did not pay much respect to Zhang Chaoyang in this place. Halfway through the afternoon, during the banquet in the evening, he received a reply call from Yu Hong.
As the marketing director of Yike, Yu Hong urgently performed her duties as a Sina executive today. She first contacted Yao Ming by phone, and then quickly flew him to Houston.
Yike’s team took over Sohu’s brand endorsement negotiations with the authorization from Sina’s president.
Sohu originally negotiated the terms with Yao Ming, and it was almost finalized. Yu Hong carefully weighed the pros and cons, and even talked about the cooperation with Yike, and finally helped her brother company grab people.
Now Sina and Yao Ming are almost finalized, and it only takes less than ten hours from morning to dinner.
“Mr. Fang, Yike is full of elite soldiers.” When Wang Yan learned about this situation, he thought of the team that Yike came to Beijing to support Sina Hotline, and couldn’t help but sigh.
“It’s okay, this is a bit unethical. Come on, let’s go toast Mr. Zhang together.” Fang Zhuo shook his head repeatedly, feeling that this was out of character.
But, that is Dayao.
This has to be criticized for the dull sense of smell of the relevant departments of Sina.
“Mr. Zhang, let me toast you. It has not been easy for our two families in the past two years.” Fang Zhuo held the wine glass and sighed with infinite emotion, “No matter how the competition is, I still admire Mr. Zhang.”
Zhang Chaoyang laughed: "I also admire Mr. Fang very much. We must not be afraid of competition with each other. Only competition can make progress."
Fang Zhuo turned his head and praised Wang Yan: "Mr. Zhang, what you said is so good. Let's finish this cup."
He then said to Zhang Chaoyang: "If Mr. Zhang says this, then we will come over."
Wang Yan should first raise his neck and drink up.
Fang Zhuo finished the drink.
Zhang Chaoyang was very happy and felt that the president and CEO of Sina were quite respectful, so he drank the same toast and said he would come over.
Fang Zhuo and the two had another drink, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
“Mr. Fang, I haven’t saved your number in my phone yet.” Zhou Kaixuan from TOM.com walked over with a smile.
“Mr. Wang, you talk to Mr. Zhang.” Fang Zhuo nodded to Zhang Chaoyang, refilled his glass of wine, and walked a few steps to leave his number for Zhou Kaixuan, and to see if she wanted to say anything else.
At this moment, Zhang Chaoyang’s phone rang.
His expression gradually changed as the conversation progressed.
“Mr. Wang, are you going a little too far?” Zhang Chaoyang said through gritted teeth. Sohu wanted to focus on sports content and was also discussing cooperation with the NBA. It never wanted to encounter Sina with Yao Ming.
Wang Yan felt very embarrassed. He glanced at the president who was chatting with Zhou Kaixuan and walked further and further away, and said: "Mr. Zhang, competition is normal competition. I will toast you again."
Zhang Chaoyang nodded heavily: "Okay, Mr. Wang has a good idea, I have to drink this cup."
This time, he raised his neck and drank the wine first.
Wang Yan was helpless, this move was really all done by Mr. Fang, and he really couldn't afford this praise.
He glanced at the smiling CEO on the other side, drank his third glass, and toasted to Zhang Chaoyang.
This chapter has been completed!