"Huh? ...... final finale? Tang Bao's brows furrowed suddenly.

Similarly, Kate and Hinton also heard the conversation of the man not far away, and immediately realized that Tang Bao was in trouble, and the last auction item ......

Kate and Hinton's eyes fell on Tang Bao. Especially Kate, she was nervous and blamed herself, Tang Bao had already instructed her to remind her of the progress of the charity auction, but she was attracted by the meeting between Tang Bao and Starr, and she didn't take the auction to heart at all.

"Boss, I'm ......" Kate looked at Tang Bao worriedly, Tang Bao was in this dilemma, which could be said to be caused by her mistake.

Well.

Tang Bao, who came back to his senses, looked at Kate's nervous expression, showed an indifferent smile, and comforted: "Hehe, it's just a little accident, the sky can't fall." ”

Strictly speaking.

This was Kate's work mistake, but Tang Bao had no intention of holding him accountable. As he said, it's not a big deal.

"Huh? Boss, do you have a solution? Kate asked nervously.

Then.

Hinton kindly reminded: "Tang, the auction process of the exquisite pendant is a little out of control, and it is really irrational for you to participate in it again!" ”

"Hmm."

Tang Bao replied softly, and at this time, the auction price of the exquisite pendant rose wildly to more than five million US dollars, far exceeding the value of the pendant itself. The auction price needs to be secondary, the key is that several guests participating in the auction in the venue have obviously "fought" out of the fire, and the meaning of competition is very obvious! If he mixes in, it will muddy the water even more......

Tang Bao had no doubt that as long as he showed his determination to win the exquisite pendant, it would not be difficult for all bidders to retreat.

But.

That would also push you to the forefront. And several people who participated in the auction were obviously stimulated by the female companions around them, and obviously lost their minds...... Tang Bao was also not sure whether the other party would give up. If the other party also goes out and knocks to the death. That's hilarious.

Arguably.

As long as Tang Bao participates in the auction of exquisite pendants, whether it is a hasty deal or an all-out effort, it will become a lace news hyped by the media.

Maybe.

Tomorrow, the headlines of various newspapers in the United States will frantically break the news: Don "fights" with competitors in order to win the favor of his female companion at the charity gala auction, regardless of his image...... And this "female companion" may be his personal assistant Kate, or it may be Leia, who is sitting next to him.

The competition for exquisite pendants is very fierce, and the auction price soars like a rocket, and finally. The transaction price was $13.2 million, and it was sold by a young man in his twenties! The young man who successfully photographed the exquisite pendant hugged the female companion next to him and kissed him to celebrate.

Equally.

The guest who presided over the auction was a sixteen or seventeen-year-old female singer, who was also thrilled by the auction results. is using beautiful words to constantly praise and thank the young man for his charity and love...... However, after only a few words, he was interrupted, and Starr hurried onto the stage.

See here.

The singer was stunned, but he could only return to his seat in a daze. Obviously, she hadn't figured out the gravity of the matter yet.

on this.

Tang Bao was a cold bystander throughout the whole process. As if watching a play, he didn't say half a word. And Hinton and Kate were also silent, and did not ask Tang Bao how to remedy it. After all, Tang Bao participated in the charity gala. After enjoying the delicious food and drink, it is "a dime a dime", which is really too much.

Seat.

Starr was calm, though an unmanageable accident ruined the cheerful atmosphere of the charity gala. But he very wisely chose to ignore it, and in his thanks, he attracted a hot pursuit of the exquisite pendant. and the young man's bold donation of more than 10 million US dollars, all avoided.

……

Soon.

Starr's speech was completed, the charity dinner came to an end, and the guests left, while some chose to stay and communicate.

Tang Bao, Hinton and the others also left the banquet hall.

"Mr. Hinton, you don't have any real estate in New York, or go to my ......," Tang Bao invited.

"Oh, no. Thank you for your kindness, Don. Léa rented an apartment near the school, where I live temporarily. Besides, I'll be leaving tomorrow. Next time I'm in New York, I'll definitely visit you. Hinton smiled and shook his head, declining Tang Bao's invitation.

Well.

Tang Bao smiled and nodded, he just invited politely, and he didn't expect Hinton to really go to his house to borrow it.

"Don, I'm sure some of the most powerful reporters will soon learn that you didn't donate a penny at the charity gala. Seriously, I'd love to know how you'll handle the rest of the storm! Hinton said with a smile, and then solemnly reminded Tang Baodao: "Greed has always been the place where Wall Street has been criticized, and your behavior at this charity gala is very likely to be infinitely magnified!" Especially when you have just made a lot of money from the futures market, you are more sensitive. Perhaps, the media will criticize and accuse you of corporate social responsibility......"

"I understand."

Tang Bao smiled and nodded, how could he not have thought of what Hinton said. Naturally, there is no talk left on this kind of thing.

"Speaking of which, I am one of the major shareholders of the Coca-Cola Company, and as long as the Coca-Cola Company transfers funds to the foundation, it is equivalent to spending money on me. However, in order to avoid leaving a handle on the media, I decided to donate another amount of money in my personal capacity! ”

"The charity auction is over, Don!" Hinton said.

"Yes, but who has made a rule that you must participate in a charity auction to be charity?" Tang Bao asked with a smile.

"Uh......" Hinton was stunned, it really didn't prescribe. However, everyone is keen to rely on charity auctions to raise funds.

One is that it is easy to attract the participation of celebrities, it is relatively easy to raise funds, and at the same time, it also builds a platform for communication with the upper class.

Other than that.

This kind of charity auction is all about participation, and even if you spend less money, it will not be so noticeable, after all, all you care about is the final amount of money raised.

"Individual Donation...... Tang, your worth is there, and the amount of money you donate is worth considering, if you are not careful, it may backfire. Hinton reminded.

on this.

Tang Bao dared to agree. It stands to reason that as long as you are charitable in your heart, no matter how much money you give, you should be praised. But that's not the case! For example, if two people donate $1 million in the same way, perhaps one person will be warmly praised, while the other person will be criticized and ridiculed by public opinion. Why? The two donors are worth only $5 million while the latter has $500 million.

So.

Hinton's reminder is very right, Tang Bao's worth is there, if he only donates a small amount or does not meet the expectations of the outside world, he may be self-defeating and blamed. The money is spent, and it hasn't ended up well......

"Well, Coca-Cola organized this charity gala, and it couldn't just be patronized to ask the guests to pay for it, and they didn't say anything, right?"

Tang Bao asked.

Hinton's eyes lit up and he said, "Don, you mean to refer to the donation amount of the Coca-Cola Company?" ”

"Hmm."

Tang Bao smiled and nodded.

"As far as I know, the Coca-Cola Company will allocate a fixed amount of money from the company's profits every year to the foundation, and the fundraising for the charity gala is only a supplement, and the amount is not large. Hinton said.

Leia, who had been standing silently next to her, suddenly said: "If I remember correctly, Coca-Cola's profit a few years ago far exceeded expectations, and Coca-Cola not only increased its dividends significantly, but also made a major move, that is, Coca-Cola announced that they would donate the same amount of money as much money raised by the charity gala that year!" ”

Forehead.

Tang Bao looked at Leia with some surprise.

Hinton frowned: "Well, is there one?" ”

"Only once!" Léa replied with great certainty, and then, without further ado.

Hey.

Tang Bao didn't care about Leiya's attitude, but he was in a good mood, and Leiya's words made him feel at ease.

"Heh, then refer to the highest standards of the Coca-Cola Company, tonight, I will donate the same amount of money raised by the charity gala. Well, in order to show my enthusiasm for philanthropy, I asked Phoenix Investment Group to plan and establish a Phoenix Charity Fund! Tang Bao said with a smile.

Forehead.

Kate and Hinton were stunned, and even Leia glanced at Tang Bao. I'm afraid everyone didn't expect Tang Bao to suddenly think of setting up a charity fund.

"Don, to be honest, as long as you come up with Coca-Cola's highest donation standard, you shouldn't be sad. The Phoenix Charitable Foundation is not necessary, of course, the establishment of the Phoenix Charitable Foundation can better help you integrate into the local society in the United States...... Although the United States is very developed, there are many poor people in need of help! For Tang Bao to set up the Phoenix Charity Fund, Hinton is very appreciative.

Even he had an idea about the Phoenix Charity Fund in his heart. Charitable funds under the management of enterprises are generally separated from the enterprises, and the management of the enterprises will not participate in the management! In most cases, charitable foundations are managed by people of social prestige or relatives of the company's top executives.

"No, Mr. Hinton, you are mistaken. My positioning for the Phoenix Charitable Foundation is not limited to the United States, but also to countries around the world...... "Tang Bao said with a smile.

There are poor people in the United States, but can they compare with China? Can it be compared with African countries? The U.S. government spends its own money on the military, so he doesn't have the leisure to worry about it.

Let's be honest.

At the charity gala, Tang Bao came up with the idea of establishing the Phoenix Charity Fund. But it was China and the countries he wanted to expand his business to. Therefore, Tang Baocai emphasized that "benefiting the ...... of countries around the world", which implicitly means that Americans cannot enjoy the benefits of this charitable fund alone.

"Tang, I have to say, you will really seize the opportunity......" Hinton also understood Tang Bao's potential meaning, and couldn't help but admire.

……

Tang Bao smiled slightly and didn't say much. (To be continued......)