"A Shrinking World, or a Growing Global Economy?" presented by Lynn Myers, Retired, Manager of Pontiac Division, General Motors Corporation.

"Dollars and Values" Presented by Mr. Doug DeVos, President, Alticor, Inc.

"Global Technology Drivers" - Presented by Joe Gingo, Vice President of Goodyear Tire Company

"Customer Satisfaction Globally" - Presented by Claes Fornell Chairman of the Board, CFI Group

"Global Corporate Banking" presented by Thomas Ogden, Executive Vice President, Global Corporate Banking, Comerica.

Presented by James C. Epolito, President and Chief Executive Officer, Michigan Economic Development Corporation

Speaker Ray Dalio Renowned investor, philanthropist, and New York Times best-selling author Ray Dalio is keynoting this year's China Town Hall event, organized bythe National Council on US-China Relations and hosted locally by Michigan State University. Each year this event is broadcast from Washington, DC, and hosted by local institutions all over the country. Join us to hear Mr. Dalio's thoughts on the future of the US-China relationship, and come back for our follow-up panel discussion on Friday, November 13th, at 11am. Who should attend: businesspersons, community members, faculty and students interested in hearing about the many opportunities and challenges of the US-China relationship The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. The monthly GB Club luncheons provide outstanding speakers and relaxed networking opportunities. With extensive international experience, the speakers wrap personal insights around a practical and up-to-the-minute approach to conducting international trade.

Speaker Panel presentation Together with the MSU Asian Studies Center and the MSU Office of China Programs, we're proud to bring you this panel to discuss the future of the US-China Economic and Political Relationship. Our esteemed panelists include Tom Rawski, Emeritus Professor of Economics at the University of Pittsburgh and expert on the development and modern history of Chinas economy; Yan Liang, Professor of Economics at Willamette University and specialist in Post Keynesian-Institutionalist approach to international trade and finance, financial macroeconomics and economic development with a regional focus on China; Brian Connors, Executive Director of the Michigan-China Innovation Center, and Joe Miao, experienced global automotive industry professional. The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. The monthly GB Club luncheons provide outstanding speakers and relaxed networking opportunities. With extensive international experience, the speakers wrap personal insights around a practical and up-to-the-minute approach to conducting international trade.

Speaker Jade Sims, Certified Trainer This training prepares business professionals in all major areas of international trade, including the domains of Global Business Management, Global Marketing, Supply Chain Management, and Trade Finance. Participants will receive the knowledge and resources required to sit for the NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) exam, an accreditation confirming knowledge in international trade. The CGBP designation shows employers and the public that the individual is proficient in global business and capable of working with the level of expertise and professionalism that is required in todays competitive environment. The CGBP designation is managed by NASBITE International, a non-profit 501(c) 3 corporation. NASBITE is a professional organization of educators, trainers, service providers and practitioners and the leading U.S. organization supporting the training and education in the field of global business. Jade Sims has been a Certified Global Business Professional since 2012 and a Certified Trainer since 2017. The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. The monthly GB Club luncheons provide outstanding speakers and relaxed networking opportunities. With extensive international experience, the speakers wrap personal insights around a practical and up-to-the-minute approach to conducting international trade.

Speaker Business, Government & Academic Panels This special, no-cost, 3-day (Dec 7-9) online conference series on brand protection issues post-pandemic, looking into the future. Hosted by the A-CAPP Center and sponsored by MSU International Business Center, the conference series offers opportunities for attendees to share and learn from Center experts, as well as their expert partners in industry, academia, law enforcement, and government. Learn more about each session by going to the registration page; we recommend that you start out with Session 1: Hot Topics on Brand Protection in China. The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. The monthly GB Club luncheons provide outstanding speakers and relaxed networking opportunities. With extensive international experience, the speakers wrap personal insights around a practical and up-to-the-minute approach to conducting international trade.