Tropical MBA / DC Black
Tropical MBA is a content platform and community for digital nomads and founders, built by Dan and Ian over 10 years ago in Bangkok as an alternative to the Silicon Valley track. They host in-person events (DC Black Global events) and produce a podcast featuring interviews with prominent entrepreneurs and business thought leaders. The platform serves 7 and 8-figure founders through their DC Black membership community.
Dan and Ian started this event and community to build a gathering place for digital nomads and founders, particularly in Asia, offering an alternative to the Silicon Valley track.
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