Global Business Forum

Global Business Forum 
2006-2007 Breakfast Seminars
Co-sponsored by HRMA’s Student Outreach Committee

Focus on Hong Kong and China
China soon will overtake Japan as our third-largest export market. Whether you’re thinking of conducting business in China or currently have Asian business partnerships, these practical seminars will provide you with invaluable information, timely best practices, and expert guidance.  Led by seasoned Alverno business faculty experienced in global business, each session also features a local business leader. These seminars are particularly valuable for small and medium sized businesses.  

The Hidden Costs of Doing Business in China        
October 5, 2006 - 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Featuring Regina Grantz, Associate Professor, Alverno College School of Business and Frank Bryant, Vice President, Strategic Development, In-Sink-Erator (a division of Emerson Electric in Racine).  Regina Grantz, professor in residence at the U. S. Commercial Service in Hong Kong, recently completed research on conducting business in China. Focusing on the challenges for businesses entering the Chinese market, she will discuss how Hong Kong can provide an effective avenue to enter this market. Frank Bryant will share information about the ‘level playing field’ of globalization, including key business insights regarding the internal and external barriers to successful operations in China.

Human Resources as Competitive Advantage in China
Feb. 8, 2007 - 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Featuring Jim Henderson, Assistant Professor, Alverno College School of Business & Co-Chair, HRMA Student Outreach Committee, and Catherine Cagigal, Vice President, Human Resources for Pentair Asia-Pacific in Shanghai. As Beijing sells ownership stakes in its state-owned companies, the goal isn’t capital; it’s transparency – importing Western business and management practices.  How can you best align your business decisions with your global workforce strategy and China’s culture? Learn how to incorporate global HR best practices in China. 

Marketing and Business Development in China    
April 26, 2007 - 7:30 -9:00 a.m.
Featuring Carol Vollmer Pope, Associate Professor, Alverno College School of Business and Ulice Payne, Jr., Managing Member, Addison-Clifton, former Chair Foley & Lardner’s International Business Team. Focusing on successfully growing businesses in China via marketing and business development insights, join this discussion about developing strategic value propositions.  You will also explore negotiating deals with partners in often complex relationships, and managing new products/services, product/channel strategies, and more.

Price:  $25 for HRMA members. $35 per person, $99 for all three seminars for non-HRMA members. $15 for students from HRMA-sponsored student SHRM Chapters. Seminars include breakfast and reference materials.
 
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