Late August.
Kyle led a group of people on a flight overseas, naturally to better promote the animated film, "Finding Nemo."
The list of accompanying personnel was as follows:
Bill McNichol, former CEO of Fox and current President of Page Pictures;
David Meisel, Vice President of Waterworld Animation and one of the directors of "Finding Nemo";
Taro Hashimoto, President of SpongeBob House merchandise chain stores and Director of Golden Dawn Family Entertainment Department;
And so on, a total of 17 people.
Of course, if Kyle's security team were added, the number would surely increase by more than a dozen.
At the same time, Alexander, Director of the President's Office and Chief Assistant to the Chairman of Golden Dawn Group, arrived in London, UK, two days in advance to act as a trailblazer.
"Everyone will have to make do for now, but in a few months, when we go to Europe to promote the film again, we can completely fly on our company's own plane," Kyle said loudly in the first-class cabin of the flight.
Our own plane?!
"Boss, are you referring to the super-midsize business jet you ordered from Gulfstream in June 1998—the Gulfstream G200, which is also one of the most luxurious business jets in the world?" David Meisel's eyes lit up immediately.
"That's right, that's the one. It will be delivered by the end of October this year," Kyle said with a smile.
As soon as his words fell, everyone present felt a surge of joy.
With a company-exclusive plane, who would bother with public flights?
What's more, that was a Gulfstream G200!
The selling price alone was as high as 25 million US dollars, and if luxurious interiors were added, it would inevitably increase by several million US dollars.
How could the comfort of public flights compare?
Bill McNichol suddenly said, "I haven't even flown on the company's exclusive plane many times."
"Stop it, old man!"
Kyle immediately laughed and scolded, "When you were the CEO of Fox Pictures, you must have flown on Fox Pictures' exclusive plane quite a bit, right?"
"Don't mention it, don't mention it!" Mr.Bill quickly waved his hand.
Mr.Bill was showing off to everyone.
For a moment, everyone in the cabin burst into laughter.
Kyle had to go overseas this time to promote "Finding Nemo"!
As of now, although Page Pictures has already established an overseas distribution network, it is only in its initial stages, with a weak foundation and a very fragile structure. Once targeted by those with ulterior motives, it would inevitably suffer enormous damage.
It must be taken seriously!
"I must go personally to stabilize those greedy fellows," Kyle thought to himself.
Several months ago, when "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," "300," and "The Blair Witch Project" were released overseas, the local kingpins in various countries and regions overseas took advantage of Page Pictures' "youth" and resorted to petty schemes.
As far as Kyle knew, the box office share they withheld, which should have belonged to Page Pictures, amounted to over 13 million US dollars.
"How greedy is that~"
"The shameless embezzlement of these people is almost blatant!"
They forced Kyle to come in person. Their extreme arrogance infuriated Kyle!
Mr.Bill, Taro Hashimoto, David Meisel, and others accompanying him all had their respective roles.
Bill McNichol, as the president of Page Pictures and a former CEO of 20th Century Fox, has been in Hollywood for decades, experiencing countless ups and downs. He enjoys a certain level of recognition globally and possesses an extremely wide network of contacts.
His participation can ensure better promotion and distribution of "Finding Nemo" in various countries and regions overseas.
David Meisel's role is also significant!
He is one of the directors of "Finding Nemo," and his position in Waterworld Animation is second only to President Stephen Sorenberg.
Every company needs a public face, especially for entertainment companies.
Without a doubt, David Meisel is a public face and a prominent figure promoted by Kyle.
Some might ask, "Aren't you worried that he will become famous and then jump ship to another company?"
Hehe!
Kyle was very confident.
Stock options and company IPO share allocations were all methods Kyle used to control David Meisel.
Would you be willing to give up these hard-earned things if you changed jobs?
Taro Hashimoto, President of SpongeBob House merchandise chain stores and Director of Golden Dawn Family Entertainment Department.
"During the Waterworld Animation IPO, I knew you, this little devil, had ideas and were unwilling to accept it."
"But what can you do?!"
Kyle glanced at Taro Hashimoto, who was sitting upright not far away, and couldn't help but narrow his eyes.
Taro Hashimoto is a very combative person, arguably the most aggressive person in the entire Golden Dawn Entertainment Group. At the same time, he is also a very ambitious person.
He often disdained Ms. Donna of the TV Group, Mr.Bill of Page Pictures, and even Victor, the Group CEO.
"What I want is your aggressiveness!"
"Little devil, just honestly become a knife in my hand, constantly restraining and warning those executives."
Kyle knew Taro Hashimoto's character well.
He was a fierce dog Kyle placed among the sheep to balance the entire group.
Didn't Taro Hashimoto himself know?
Of course, he knew!
He is an extremely clever fellow; he willingly walked into the trap and acted as a lackey. In his words, "As long as the goal can be achieved, all means are indispensable on the path to success."
Several hours later... the flight arrived in London.
"Boss, it's 6 PM London time now. I've prepared the hotel for everyone. Everything can start tomorrow."
Upon arriving at London Airport, Alexander, accompanied by a few people from the London branch, was there to pick them up.
"Good. I trust you to handle things!" Kyle said with a smile.
More than two hours later.
David Meisel suddenly came to Kyle's hotel suite and said, "Boss, I'm afraid I won't be able to sleep peacefully tonight. I just received a call from Mr. Lehman's assistant."
Lehman?
Kyle's expression shifted, and he asked, "Is it Lehman Schwartz, one of Europe's largest distributors of movie merchandise, with a net worth of over ten billion dollars?"
"Yes!"
David Meisel shrugged and said with a smile, "Mr. Lehman not only invited me but also Taro Hashimoto. Of course, we two are just pawns; the person he truly wants to see is actually you, Boss."
Kyle pondered for more than ten seconds and said, "I've also wanted to meet him for a long time. If we can finalize a cooperation agreement for merchandise with him, although we will give up a portion of the profits, it will accelerate our expansion in Europe. It's feasible!"
He agreed!
The benefits outweighed the drawbacks, so Kyle had no reason not to agree.
"Knock, knock, knock~"
Just then, Alexander knocked on Kyle's suite door.
"Boss, this is the specific list of companies that embezzled and unjustly withheld our 13 million US dollars," Alexander handed Kyle a document.
Kyle looked at the list, and his face showed a hint of anger.
Lines of eye-catching figures!
It was all his damn money!
They were going too far!
Kyle suppressed his anger and said, "Alexander, help me arrange for them to have dinner in London three days from now. After the ITV television interview is over, I will definitely teach them a harsh lesson. Hmph, do they really think I'm a pushover~!"