At a bustling café in Shenzhen's MIXC World, investor Lu Zechuan recently observed a telling scene: at a nearby table, a fellow investor was passionately outlining financing strategies to an employee from DJI. With DJI's sleek headquarters, dubbed "Sky City," serving as the focal point, such interactions have become a common sight within a five-kilometer radius. Since the dawn of 2025, nearly 20 startups launched by former DJI staff have successfully raised funds, reflecting a burgeoning trend. Nowadays, some seasoned professionals need only hint at their intention to leave DJI, and they can swiftly secure a staggering RMB 20 million valuation in their angel funding round.

This surge in investor enthusiasm can be largely attributed to the remarkable success stories of benchmark cases like Bambu Lab and EcoFlow. Drawing from these examples, investors have crafted a valuation rationale: "A DJI pedigree signals a proven methodology and positions the entrepreneur as a premium investment prospect." This mindset has profoundly reshaped the venture capital landscape in Shenzhen. Financial advisors now routinely station themselves around DJI's headquarters, offering guidance to departing employees on how to craft compelling entrepreneurial pitches. Consequently, niche projects within the "DJI ecosystem" are finding it easier to attract capital, with some valuations soaring threefold within just three months. A clear valuation hierarchy has emerged in the venture capital arena, with entrepreneurs hailing from DJI and Huawei commanding the highest premiums, followed by those from Xiaomi. Teams with other industry backgrounds face more rigorous due diligence, while seasoned entrepreneurs are beginning to flex their pricing muscles.