1. A Unique Approach To China Business Development

2. Challenges To SMEs When faced with a new market like China
Where to start?
Who to talk to?
How are others doing it? …

3. Many Resources Available…
Many organizations, such as
service firms
trade associations
government agencies
run China conferences / forums / seminars from time to time
Very Helpful, but…
They share common shortcomings
Lack of consistency
Lack of “depth” (follow-up)

4. Learning to Doing: A Quantum Leap
Hearing 10 times ≠ Doing Well for the 1st Time
Needs:
Handholding
Continuous learning
Accesses
On-the-ground support …

5. MeetChinaBiz Was Created With These Needs in Mind
A Networking + Development Group
To not only inform and educate, but also enable SMEs to turn China into an opportunity
Size: >10,000 worldwide (90% US-based)
Coverage: 7 Chapters in CT, MA, NJ, NY, PA & Midwest
Op. offices in China (BJ, SH & GZ)
Playing 2 roles for SME members:
“In-house China Counsel” in the US
“Rep Office” on the ground in China

7. 3 Program Tracks Executive Roundtables Inbound Matchmaking Events
Peer Networking
Compare Notes
Frequent & Consistent
Inbound Matchmaking Events
Inbound Chinese Executive Delegations
1-on-1 Meetings
1-2 times a year
Multiple chapter locations
Business Development Missions
Outbound delegations to China
Multiple, diversified cities each time

8. Executive Roundtables

9. Inbound Matchmaking
Inbound Chinese Executive Delegations

10. Inbound Matchmaking
1-on-1 Meetings

11. Inbound Matchmaking
US- China CEO
Networking