In this insightful discussion, ski enthusiast Bill Stenger, who aims to revitalise a Vermont mountain town, joins his business partner Ariel. They reveal their ambitious plan to transform a ski resort into a bustling year-round destination. The conversation uncovers how they tapped into the EB-5 visa program, promising jobs and investment. However, millions go unaccounted for, leading to a rollercoaster of financial mismanagement and fraud as troubled investors band together. The fallout exposes ethical dilemmas and the dark side of ambitious development.