Join the GTI & SchwarzVault Community
We are building a community of Schwarzman Scholars and alumni who are actively creating, trading, and scaling ideas across borders.
Whether you are exploring a business idea, launching a venture, or looking to connect with China’s manufacturing ecosystem, GTI and SchwarzVault provide a platform to turn ideas into real-world execution.
Through GTI, participants engage in hands-on cross-border trading projects — from product selection and supplier sourcing to international marketing and fulfillment. SchwarzVault extends this experience by showcasing scholar-backed ventures and connecting them with partners, resources, and global opportunities.
We welcome individuals and teams who are curious, entrepreneurial, and eager to build in oreder to address a global issue - there is a place for you here.
What You Can Do Here
🌍 Launch a Cross-Border Trading Project
Test your ideas in real markets and gain hands-on experience through GTI’s trading competition.
🚀 Showcase Your Venture on SchwarzVault
Feature your product or business and connect with a global network of scholars, partners, and potential collaborators.
🤝 Explore Partnerships & Collaborations
Work with fellow scholars, alumni, and external partners across industries and geographies.
📈 Learn by Doing
Build real execution experience in sourcing, branding, marketing, and cross-border operations.
Application Process for GTI Annual Trading Competition
Explore Ideas & Prepare Your Proposal
Join GTI roundtable chats to exchange ideas, explore target markets, and shape your initial cross-border trading concept. Use the official 1-page proposal template to outline your product, target country, and early strategy.
Receive Alumni & Committee Feedback
Teams with an initial proposal can receive feedback from the GTI Committee and alumni with strong cross-border trading experience. Use this stage to refine your idea, strengthen your market logic, and prepare for the next round.
Submit Your Final Proposal
Finalize your product direction, target market, and team structure, then submit your formal proposal for review. Approved teams will be officially registered to join the live cross-border trading competition.
Build, Trade & Compete for the Prize
Launch your real trading project, tell your brand story, and document your journey through trading blogs and execution updates. Top teams will be recognized based on performance, impact, and execution quality, with the chance to win prizes and showcase their results.
Brand Partnership
If you are interested in brand partnerships, media collaborations, or sponsorship opportunities with Schwarzman Scholars, please fill out the form below. Our partnerships team will get in touch within 3 business days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some of the most common questions we receive. We hope you find them helpful.
If you have further questions, feel free to reach out via the "Brand Partnership" tab above.