[Concurrent] Ukrainian young entrepreneur Ali in Hunan
I am Alex, my Chinese name is Ali, and I am Ukrainian. I have been doing outdoor kids (summer camps) and parent-child activities in China since 2015.
[Commentary] The Ukrainian youth Ali (originally Lisianskyi Oleksll, English name Alex) who speaks fluent Chinese in the screen is the founder of an outdoor company in Changsha, Hunan.
Known as the "Kid King", he came to China in 2015 under the introduction of a friend and developed his hobby into a career here.
He expressed that he hoped that the outdoor activities he did would bring happiness to the children and let them learn skills.
Ali said that he loved outdoor sports since he was a child, and the woods, creeks and farms in his hometown were once his playgrounds.
After obtaining a master's degree in civil engineering, he worked in a company in Ukraine, but he is eager to challenge himself in a new environment and understands different cultures and customs. Ali does not like this kind of work.
Therefore, after traveling through European countries with a backpack on his body, Ali came to China and chose to develop in Changsha, the "net celebrity" city in the eyes of many Chinese.
By chance, Ali got acquainted with his current partner, and their common interests made the two hit it off. Soon Ali started his own outdoor company.
He told reporters that in the process of company registration and operation, the fast, meticulous, and thoughtful service of the Changsha government department made him feel warm.
[Concurrent] Ukrainian young entrepreneur Ali in Hunan
If you have any problem, he will listen to your problem, and if it is difficult, he will help you solve it, right.
He taught me which taxes and which should be stamped, and what my requirements are, which feels particularly good.
[Explanation] Ali said that his outdoor camp often hosts summer camps and outdoor experience teams. He is keen to climb mountains, play games, go wild adventures, and treasure hunts with children.
Ali, who hopes to teach children outdoor knowledge during the game, sometimes makes them "accidentally" discover the fake snake hidden under the leaves in advance, so as to tell the children how to deal with such emergencies and improve them. Ability to solve problems and collaborate in teams.
In Ali’s view, the lack of outdoor sports, excessive use of electronic equipment and other habits affect the physical and mental health of many urban children.
Being close to nature can make children feel happy in outdoor activities and games, which is conducive to their healthy growth.
In the 6 years since coming to China, Ali has continued to participate in various online and offline trainings, actively learning Chinese language and culture, and developing outdoor projects suitable for Chinese children and families.
Although he is tired from work, he enjoys this state very much.
[Concurrent] Ukrainian young entrepreneur Ali in Hunan
In fact, my time to rest is also my job, and my work is also a time to rest.
[Explanation] Nowadays, outdoor sports are becoming more and more Chinese people's way of fitness and leisure, which makes Ali feel gratified.
He said that China's outdoor industry has been prosperous in recent years, with a substantial increase in camps and an increasingly specialized industry.
However, the outdoor industry inevitably has the problem of homogeneity, and making characteristics is the key.
[Concurrent] Ukrainian young entrepreneur Ali in Hunan
I have my own ideas, I have my own culture, right.
All is my (activity), such as going out to play, but also doing interesting things, such as DIY activities.
Playing with children and parent-child activities is also communicating with them. Here we are one of happiness, the second is the team relationship, and the third is the ability to express, so they experience a different way of education.
[Explanation] I love Hunan food, make a cup of green tea every day, and occasionally drink a few sips of white wine... Now, Ali has fully integrated into the local life in Changsha and regards this as his second hometown.
Changsha's culture, scenery, environment, and the warmth and hospitality of the locals are all reasons why he likes it here.
He expressed the hope that in the future, he can buy a house and start a family in Changsha, and continue his outdoor business.
Guan Ziwen reports to Yipeng Wanli Changsha
Editor in charge: [Li Yuxin]