In this episode of Startup or Shutup!, host Colin (@NurseColin) sits down with global travel entrepreneur Vincent Wong — founder of Chubit Travel and VYVEM Tours — to unpack his inspiring journey from Brooklyn to Colombia. Vincent shares how he turned his personal passion for travel into a full-time business, what it takes to run international companies, and why Medellín changed his life.

We talk entrepreneurship, leadership, culture shock, concierge-level service, and making big bets on your dreams — even in a pandemic. If you’ve ever dreamed of launching a business in another country, this is your roadmap.

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🎧 Topics covered include:

• Vincent’s entrepreneurial journey from NYC to Medellín

• Founding Chubit Travel and launching VYVEM Tours during a global shutdown

• What it’s like building and managing teams across borders

• Creating luxury travel experiences in a crowded market

• Cultural values learned from Colombia

• Vincent’s personal “Shutup!” moment when everything was on the line

• How to start a travel business from scratch

• Mistakes, mindset, mentorship, and meaningful growth

• Rapid fire round: window vs aisle, dream destinations, and $500 startup ideas

• What's next for Vincent — and why he’s not done yet

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