Register to the June 30 China Forum by hitting the "Register >" button.

Please note that the registration is FREE but you must register to attend.

Limited seating - First come first served!

As part of the MBDA Access to Global -China program, we are providing a quarterly forum to discuss various issues in doing business in China and doing business with Chinese companies in the U.S.A.

During quarter's China Forum, we will touch on an important preparation step - Chinese cultural tips from an expert in this area, Mr. Z.J. Tong from the Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute. We will also provide an update on the upcoming Chicago MED week Access to Global Economy China workshop on Aug 13 and Aug 14.

For more information on our workshops, please see www.chicagomedweek.com.

Agenda

1. Introduction - George Mui - MBDA Access to Global Economy - China Program
2. Preparation Phase - China Business Cultural Tips - E. J. Tong - Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute
3. Status of upcoming Access to Global Economy workshop during MED week:
4. Summary of Chinese companies from "meetchinabiz" - Shawn He
5. Summary of Chinese companies from "PACTRANS" - Kitty Pon                  
6. Open Discussion 

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION - MBDA's GLOBAL SUPPORT SERVICES

MBDA’s objective is to provide access to the global economy for minority business enterprises (MBEs). In 2009, the Chicago Network Enterprise Center is making a special effort to provide support for MBEs in expanding their corporate strategy and international business development goals through one-on one sessions and upcomming events. Details are listed below:

1. PREPARATION – Develop a global strategy that integrates the international business objectives into the overall company strategy. Educate the leadership team in the business culture of the international target markets. Identify potential partners in the local markets.

2. ORIENTATION – Travel to the target international market and experience the culture. Meet with potential partners. Study market assumptions locally. Practice local business networking and identify potential business and cultural barrier.

3. IMPLEMENTATION – Identify key personnel to manage the globalization projects. Recruit staff or establish partnership with local companies that can implementation your company strategy. Establish a communication process that integrates into your company operations.

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Register to the June 30 China Forun by hitting the "Register >" button.

Please note that the registration is FREE but must register to attend.

Limited Seating - First Come First Served!