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Speakers On China
China has captured the attention of the business world for years, as more and more companies have moved manufacturing operations and broadened their market strategy in this growing economy. Why has China become such a hotbed for growth in recent years? What are the potential pitfalls and what are the keys to success? How do US-China or EU-China relations play into the opportunity there, including the issues of cyber security and intellectual property? Here is a list of speakers who discuss the risks and rewards of doing business in China and the state of our relations with the country.Let us know if you are interested in one of our speakers for your event.
Anja Manuel
Founding Partner & Principal, RiceHadleyGates, LLC
Fees
- Local: Under $10,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US West: $10,001 - $20,000*
- Europe: Please Inquire
- Asia: Please Inquire
Anja Manuel
Anja Manuel is a founding partner and principal at RiceHadleyGates, LLC, a strategic consulting firm, which she co-founded along with former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and others. The firm assists CEOs and senior executives at major US companies in key emerging markets such as China, India, and the Middle East. She teaches at Stanford University’s International Policy Studies Program and is a leading expert on globalization, emerging markets, and America’s shifting role in international leadership. Anja is a former State Department official, international lawyer, and author of the critically-acclaimed book, This Brave New World.
Jeffrey Garten
Dean Emeritus, Yale School of Management and Former Undersecretary of...
Fees
- Local: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Europe: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
Jeffrey Garten
At the complex intersection of global politics, economics, investment, and financial markets sits Jeffrey Garten. Few experts can boast such high-level experience in both government and business, as well as a deep knowledge of the global economic picture. He has earned an unparalleled reputation. His experience, from the emerging markets to the dean’s office at the Yale School of Management, has made him a hot commodity for organizations whose survival depends on a clear picture of the state of the global economy and the underlying implications of America’s policies.
James Winnefeld
Former Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Four-Star United States...
Fees
- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Europe: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*
James Winnefeld
Admiral Winnefeld was the ninth Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and formerly the nation’s second highest-ranking military officer. He graduated with distinction from the Naval War College, and is a member of the Georgia Tech Engineering Hall of Fame and the Georgia Tech Advisory Board. Admiral Winnefeld has been involved in many of our nations conflicts in last century including, commanding USS CLEVELAND and USS ENTERPRISE during the nation’s initial response to the terrorist attacks of 9/11.
Zachary Karabell
Authority on Future Trends, Geopolitics and the Changing Global Economic...
Fees
- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Asia: $20,001 - $35,000*
Zachary Karabell
Zachary Karabell is a renowned economist and the author of The Leading Indicators: A Short History of the Numbers That Rule Our World. With his prolific, award-winning writing career, illustrious background on Wall Street, and PhD from Harvard, he offers audiences a tour de force of what’s to come and shows that optimism is a vital ingredient for capitalizing on current economic opportunities. He brings a unique perspective to the discussion of globalization and the economic environment and shares insights on how to use big data to get a real picture of the global economy.
Joel Brenner
Former National Counter Intelligence Executive & Author of America the...
Fees
- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
Joel Brenner
Joel Brenner is the former national counterintelligence executive and mission manager for counter intelligence at the Office of the National Counterintelligence (CI) Executive, which directs national, inter-agency CI for the government. He is the author of the book, America the Vulnerable: Inside the New Threat Matrix of Digital Espionage, Crime and Warfare. Brenner is a cyber security expert and provides business strategies on this complex issue. He also addresses global risk management, privacy, and data security.
Michael Hayden
Former Director of the CIA & NSA
Fees
- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US West: $55,001 - $75,000*
- Europe: $55,001 - $75,000*
- Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*
Michael Hayden
General Michael Hayden, the former director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA), was on the frontlines of geopolitics and the war on terror. After having served nearly 40 years in the Air Force, he became the longest-tenured NSA director and the number one military intelligence officer in the country, overseeing the entire security community. He has also served in senior staff positions at the Pentagon, the National Security Council, and more. Hayden addresses security, intelligence, crisis management, terrorism, and geopolitics.
Anil Gupta
Expert on Strategy & Globalization
Fees
- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
Anil Gupta
Anil Gupta is one of the world’s leading experts on globalization and business strategy in Asia. The author of Getting China and India Right, his strategies help managers excel through his deep, on-the-ground understanding of the growing global economies, with a focus on market development and long-term thinking. His presentations include case studies of companies that are on the right track, and he explores methods of changing mindsets, adapting organizations, and reinventing strategy. When CEO’s need to know how to prepare for an Asia-centric future, they turn to Gupta.
Haiyan Wang
Expert on Global Strategy, Co-Author of Getting China and India Right and...
Fees
- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Asia: $20,001 - $35,000*
Haiyan Wang
Haiyan Wang is an expert on global business strategy, the managing partner of China India Institute, and the author of Getting China and India Right and the Quest for Global Dominance. Noted the world over for her vast expertise, she was among the first Chinese to study international business after China opened its doors to the outside world. She shares insights on the biggest global trends affecting business and how organizations can leverage the market and the resource opportunities presented by the China and India phenomenon to achieve global dominance within their industries.
Michael Colopy
Global Trends, Foreign Policy, and China Affairs Expert
Fees
- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US West: $10,001 - $20,000*
- Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Asia: $20,001 - $35,000*
Michael Colopy
Michael Colopy is a global trends, foreign policy, and China affairs expert. He co-founded the International Commerce Consultants Incorporated, a firm specializing in trade issues in East Asia. He has advised major corporations on China’s political and economic agenda, and his record of accurate predictions stands out. He has served as staff in the U.S. House and Senate, a partner in a lobbying firm, and a consultant to foreign governments. His presentations are dynamic as he addresses global trends and the global challenges businesses face, especially in dealings with China.