GPI Global Policy Institute

DC Startup Week is the Greater Washington, D.C. Region’s largest community-driven, entrepreneur-focused event. Each year, thousands of people come together to learn, support, and celebrate the Region’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystems. The Global Policy Institute and BAU International University jointly held a workshop on China, the Rise of Asia and Other Emerging Markets: Challenges and Opportunities for US Enterprises on Monday, September 24th at 1:00 pm at BAU International University.DC Startup Week audience learns about China’s business model

In cooperation with DC Startup Week, on September 24th the Global Policy Institute and BAU International University  jointly held a workshop on: China, the Rise of Asia and Other Emerging Markets: Challenges and Opportunities for US Enterprises

This interactive workshop was very ably conducted by Sheldon Ray, Senior Vice President, Investment & Portfolio Manager, Raymond James. Sheldon Ray is a leading international markets and finance expert, with firsthand experience on China and Asian markets.

Paolo von Schirach, GPI President, was the moderator.

Mr. Ray gave all attendees the opportunity to understand and discuss with him the dynamics at the foundation of China’s phenomenal 30 years growth. Among the issues he covered:

• What lessons can be learned from China’s economic development model
• How American entrepreneurs can be better prepared for a new environment featuring Chinese competitors, large and small
• How American companies can constructively engage Chinese counterparts in order to increase market penetration and sales in Asia
• Is there a good way out the current dispute on trade with China?

DC Startup Week is the Greater Washington, D.C. Region’s largest community-driven, entrepreneur-focused event. Each year, thousands of people come together to learn, support, and celebrate the Region’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystems. GPI and BAU University are proud co-sponsors of the week long series of events held across Washington, DC.