Speaker Luiz Eugenio Porto Severo de CostaMr. Porto Severo assists U.S. businesses with interests in Brazil. A graduate of the PUC Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, he served as counsel in the areas of consulting and tax litigation at law firms Castro, Barros, Sobral Advogados and Barbosa Gomes, Müssnich & Aragão Advogados. He is currently a member of the Bichara, Barata & Costa Law Firm. He is author of articles published in books specializing in Tax Law,and has delivered numerous lectures throughout Brazil. His post-graduate studies in state law were completed at the State University of the State of Rio de Janeiro - UERJ.LLM, and in tax from Northwestern University (USA). Member of the Brazilian Bar Association, Rio de Janeiro section. Other confirmed speakers include: Angelo Oricchio, CEO, Paramount Coffee Chuck Bird, Director of International Sales, Neogen Corporation Bruce Thelen, Member,Dickinson Wright PLLC Saulo Gouveia, MSU Assistant Professor of PortugueseThe 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.

We hope you join us on Thursday, October 11 for the healthcare forum. This luncheon is sponsored by Delta Dental.

If you're attending the Product Innovation Management Annual Global Conference, say hi to the JAMS editor, who will be there Oct. 19-21.

The JAMS Editor will participate in a meet the editors panel and doctoral consortium at the Society for Marketing Advances conference in Orlando.

We hope you join us on Thursday, November 1 for the for the Celebration of Regional Growth Awards. This luncheon is sponsored by PNC and Loomis, Ewert, Parsley, Davis & Gotting, P.C..

As the two largest economic powers in the world, the US and China have become more and more closely connected and dependent upon each other from business and trade to cultural exchange. Due to the intensive connections between both countries, global supply chain management has become more critical than ever; however, as issues arise along with the economic development of China, it becomes increasingly difficult for companies to stay competitive in this rapidly growing market. This Forum was created to enhance students and professionals understanding of the current situation in the Chinese market, as well as to provide a platform for them to interact and further benefit each other.

JAMS Editor Tomas Hult will be visiting professor at the University of Innsbruck from December 4-6; say hi if you are in the area!

JAMS Editor Tomas Hult will be visiting professor at the Uppsala University from December 6-8; say hi if you are in the area!

We hope you join us on Thursday, December 13 for the Economic Forecast with Mitch Stapley, Chief Fixed Income Officer, Fifth Third Asset Management. This luncheon is sponsored by Fifth Third Bank.

Spartan Motors, Inc. President and CEO John Sztykiel will kick-off the 2013 luncheon speaker series of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Economic Club. Sztykiel has two decades of management experience at Spartan Motors, and led the company through one of its most dynamic periods of growth. The focus of his talk will be on the importance of leadership to an organization and its employees.