On this episode of Flight Log, Chris Fitch takes private-equity investor Chihiro Kurokawa thousands of feet up to explore what risk, courage, and self-investment actually look like beyond the boardroom.

Chihiro went from writing insurance claims at Progressive to becoming a Dallas-based investor operating in healthcare and auto dealerships through ZT Corporate. Now he talks openly about the terrifying first steps, the false sense of safety in traditional careers, why “doing nothing” is its own dangerous bet, and how systems and checklists shape both flying and private equity.

And in true Flight Log fashion, Chris hands over the controls mid-conversation — giving Chihiro the airplane and using the moment to illustrate trust, leadership, and why every great investor needs the right “who” long before the “how.”

If you’re an entrepreneur, a W-2 escape artist, or someone wrestling with the fear of doing your first deal, this episode hits you right in the spine.

Buckle up, follow the coastline, and enjoy the ride.

At the end, Chris gives his usual invite:
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This episode of Flight Log was produced by Martin Brothers Media. Check out @martinbrosmedia on instagram or visit martinbrothers.media for all your aviation media and marketing needs.