Building in the age of AI: A CBS Founder’s Journey from consulting to startup - A CMC "Ask Me Anything" with James Wang '20

Join us for an inspiring Ask Me Anything session with James Wang, founder of Career Duck (careerduck.io) and Columbia Business School alumnus. James’s story is a testament to the power of reinvention: an international student came to the U.S. to study chemical engineering, he transitioned into consulting at Accenture, moved on to sales strategy at Salesforce, and ultimately took the leap into entrepreneurship. Along the way, he earned his MBA at Columbia Business School, deepening his understanding of business and expanding his network.

In this candid conversation, James will share the pivotal moments and motivations behind each career transition—from leaving the stability of corporate consulting to building an AI-powered platform that is looking to solve an age-old problem in career development. He’ll discuss how AI has transformed what’s possible for solo-founders, the challenges and breakthroughs of launching Career Duck, and what he’s learned from his 8-month journey so far about building products, teams, and a business from the ground up.

Whether you’re interested in entrepreneurship, product development, or navigating your own career path, this event offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand how a founder’s journey unfolds before, during and after CBS and to ask your own questions about the realities of startup life, AI innovation, and career growth.

Reserve your spot for an evening of real insights, hard-earned lessons, and candid advice from someone who's walking the path many of you aspire to—and is still building.