Winston Ma

Winston Ma is a successful author and venture capitalist, and has been credited with helping to shape modern "Chinese venture capital." His highly acclaimed book, The VIPs: Mastering the Art of Sustainable Investing, has been lauded as a seminal work on "sustainable investing" in China.

Ma was born and raised in China, and went on to attend college in the United States, studying finance and economics at Harvard, MIT, and the Executive MBA program at Stanford. He is the Founding Partner of Morningside Venture Capital, which he founded in 1999. Morningside has invested and directly advised over 300 companies worldwide, working in tech and healthcare, AI, robotics, and manufacturing.

Ma's book, The VIPs: Mastering the Art of Sustainable Investing, is a comprehensive guide to China's venture capital industry. It traces the history of Chinese venture capital from its beginnings to the present day and provides insight into how to best invest in the industry. It emphasizes the importance of long-term sustainability and outlines strategies for responsible investments. Ma argues for a different approach to investing than the traditional "buy-and-hold" approach. He emphasizes the need to take into account macroeconomic forces and emerging technologies when making investment decisions. The book aims to provide actionable advice to help investors maximize returns while minimizing risk.

Ma has been a frequent speaker at high-profile events such as the World Economic Forum and the Global Entrepreneurs Summit, and has spoken in both China and the U.S. His work has been featured in prominent publications such as Forbes, The Economist, and Yale's Global Business Journal. Ma’s expertise has also been sought out by a variety of organizations, including the U.S. Department of Commerce, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization, and Google.

Ma has been praised for his accomplishments in the industry. He has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the United Nations “Leadership in Sustainable Investing” award, and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Ma is also a valued advisor for numerous companies and organizations, providing valuable guidance and support to their efforts.

Winston Ma has been an instrumental force in helping to shape modern Chinese venture capital. His book, The VIPs: Mastering the Art of Sustainable Investing, is a must-have resource for anyone interested in investing in Chinese companies. Ma has been widely recognized for his accomplishments, and his expertise and insight are sought after all over the world.