Events

Sep 1-2, 2021: HKTDC Belt & Road Summit

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Aug 042021
 

On September 1-2, the Hong Kong Trade Development Corporation will host its Belt & Road Summit which provides insights from business leaders on the multilateral collaboration and business opportunities in the countries along the maritime and logistics “Belt and Road”.  This year’s 6th edition will focus on “Driving Growth Through Fostering Regional and International Trade” and will be a hybrid of in-person and virtual to accommodate the global travel restrictions.

Through our partnership with HKTDC, all ACSI Members in good standing are able to attend the event for free ($520 value). Additional information on the event is attached and listed below. If you or a representative from your organization are interested in attending, please reply to this email and I will provide the necessary codes and credentials.

Tentative Program.
Full Website
Investment and Business Matching Session

For more information, please contact colin.renk@americachinasociety.org

May 20, 2021: Working with International Distributors Webinar

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Apr 132021
 

Creating and managing a distribution relationship in another country can be intimidating.

  • How do you find and evaluate a good partner?
  • What should be included in the contract?
  • What are some common pitfalls?
  • How do you minimize your business and legal risks?

Don’t go it alone and learn by trial and error.  This webinar will cover international distribution relationship do’s and don’ts and explain practical strategies to help you succeed in developing global partnerships.

We will discuss topics like: whether to allow the distributor to control local product registrations, how to plan for transition after termination, what does ‘exclusivity’ mean, practical documentary and structuring tips, and determining when it makes sense to form your own in-country presence and go direct.

REGISTER HERE

FEATURED SPEAKER:       

Matt Levy: Partner, Faegre Drinker

Matt is a Partner in the firm’s Corporate Practice with a focus on cross-border transactions and international trade.  He has experience in more than 40 countries helping both public and private companies expand and operate internationally.  He advises on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, inbound and outbound foreign direct investment, corporate reorganizations, export controls and trade sanctions compliance (EAR, ITAR and OFAC programs), and US and foreign antitrust.  He acts as a business advisor to his clients and delivers practical solutions to complex problems.  Matt previously lived in China and speaks and reads Mandarin. 

May 13, 2021: Virtual Roundtable with Chinese Commercial Consul Mr. Hu

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Apr 202021
 

On May 13th, ACSI will host a virtual roundtable discussion with Chinese Commercial Consul Mr. Yingzhi Hu to discuss the current and future outlook on trade & investment in addition to the opportunities forward in the Indiana-China business relationship. This ACSI Member exclusive event will include a short presentation by Mr. Hu followed by a moderated Q&A session.

Date:
Thursday, May 13th
11:00am – Noon ET

Registration:
ACSI Members – Free
https://acsiroundtable.eventbrite.com

*Note: This event is only open to current ACSI Members*

April 29, 2021: Future of U.S.-China Trade Webinar: A view from Indiana

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Apr 202021
 

U.S. states are where the rubber meets the road when it comes to US trade policy. What distinguishes state-level policies from the national narrative? How can states continue attracting investment when there is increasing tension at the national level?  To understand these topics, this CEO Webinar will specifically focus on Indiana, and an important Indiana-based company in a highly strategic industry, Rare Earth Materials.  If you are interested in these topics, then join Christopher Marquis, Cornell professor and host of the China Corner Office Podcast, for a live Webinar recording featuring guests, Craig Allen, President of the US-China Business Council (USCBC), Colin Renk America China Society of Indiana and Mitchell Spencer founder of Indiana-based Polaris Rare Earth Materials.  On April 29, they will sit down to discuss these topics and more.

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April 21, 2021: China Policy & Business Webinar

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Mar 232021
 

Recently, China announced the contents of its 14th Five-Year Plan (FYP) and set national economic goals out to 2035. As a blueprint for China’s social, environmental, and economic development, what can we expect from China’s latest economic roadmap, and what does it mean for American businesses? Please join this discussion hosted by the America China Society of Indiana, Greater Cleveland Chinese Chamber of Commerce, and Greater Columbus Chinese Chamber of Commerce on April 21, 2021 at 2:00 pm EST.

Speakers:

Kim Kirkendall, President, International Resource Development, Inc.
John Holden, Senior Director, McLarty Associates
Sunny Yang, Attorney, Porter Wright

Following the presentation and Q&A, we will have 30 minutes of virtual speed-networking for attendees.

 

Date:
April 21, 2021 (Wednesday) 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET

 

Admission:
Free for all three chamber members, $30/person* for Non-members.
Dial-in and Zoom virtual meeting information will be sent out before the event.

 

Event Registration:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/china-policy-business-webinar-tickets-147443514521

 

Mar. 16, 2021: From Foundations to Frontiers

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Mar 082021
 

Join us for the presentation, “From Foundations to Frontiers”, a landmark study of the enduring contributions of Chinese Americans to American society from the 1800s to today.

The evidence-driven study details the contribution across the following seven industries: Arts & Culture, Civil Rights, Public Service and Politics, Business Leadership & Entrepreneurship, Infrastructure, Military & National Security, Public Health, and Science & Technology.

This virtual presentation will provoke curiosity and offer a new perspective on Chinese American contributions, while identifying, quantifying and showcasing the contributions of the Chinese American community through data and storytelling.

The event will be a 30 minute presentation followed by a facilitated discussion.

Meeting Registration – Zoom

Mar. 4, 2021: Business Opportunities in China’s Greater Bay Area Webinar

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Feb 152021
 

Join the Hong Kong Business Association of the Midwest and the Global Chamber for a discussion prompting the question “How can businesses capitalize on the growing business opportunities in China’s Greater Bay Area and ASEAN?” Our panel of global experts from Hong Kong and the Chicago markets share their insights and experience helping U.S. companies to enter new markets for expansion and beyond.

Panelists:
Jeffrey Campos, Executive Director of Global Chamber
Winchell Cheung, Midwest Director of Hong Kong Trade Development Council
Thomas Wong, Partner of CW CPA
Nico Tung, Director of Asia Operations at Fox Racing
Mark Staublin, President of Hong Kong Business Association of the Midwest

Date: March 4, 2021
Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm ET
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5852677717674142991

Mar. 2, 2021: Virtual Roundtable with Craig Allen

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Feb 012021
 

Join Craig Allen (President, US-China Business Council) as he provides a quarterly update to ACSI Members on the latest coming out of Washington D.C. including insights into President Biden’s future China policies. Additionally, participants will be able to participate in a Q&A dialogue on how these changes may affect Indiana business.

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