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It's not too late! Ten reasons why you should register for the Lean Global Connection 1. Learn from thought leaders about the strategies, practices and mindsets required to adapt in our fast paced, changing world 2. Network and learn with a like-minded community of 10,000 participants from 120 countries 3. Hear from more than 80 speakers, contemporary thinking and practical case studies that will deepen our applied improvement knowledge 4. Learn what is going on in Australia from speakers like Susan O'Neill, Ana Van Der Merwe and Sarah Aranha 5. Tune in when your schedule allows 6. Get ideas that might apply in your own organisation 7. Take advantage of the recordings and hear new presentations or review those that your really enjoyed at your leisure 8. Make contacts through the networking options 9. This work is hard - the LGC will provide motivation for another year 10. Because it is free!! More information on the event and including the program schedule and list of speakers is available here - https://lnkd.in/ddWTKYwj. You can register for the event via Eventbrite here - https://lnkd.in/dGe_nA4Y

🔍 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 last week, organized by Ganado Advocates and Zampa Debattista. I had the pleasure of joining a panel discussion focused on the internationalisation of local family businesses. Here are my key takeaways: 1️⃣ 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝗼 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴: A solid business structure is essential, but don’t let perfection hold you back. Embrace the challenge and get started. Your current structure needs to support both local and new international operations until everything is fully set up. 2️⃣ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲: Who will lead your expansion? Assigning this task to an overstretched team won’t cut it. Ensure you have the right talent in place—people who are equipped and committed to driving your international growth from day one. 3️⃣ 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰, 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰: Internationalisation should be a deliberate part of your growth strategy, not a reaction to market trends or saturation. Your business purpose, values, and culture should guide your expansion plans—not what everyone else is doing. 4️⃣ 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Different countries mean different markets, cultures, and preferences. Avoid a copy-paste approach. Respect local nuances, adapt where needed, but stay true to your core values. Authenticity wins over rigidity. 5️⃣ 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀: Tap into networks with minimal conflict of interest, such as business representative association, chambers and embassies. These independent entities often provide valuable connections, resources, and advice that can significantly shorten your learning curve. Special thanks to Nick Curmi for ably moderating the panel, and to my fellow panellists Matthew Zampa - VAT Specialist, CPA, Nathan Farrugia and Michael Mercieca for making the discussion insightful and engaging. #FamilyBusiness #Internationalisation #BusinessGrowth #Leadership KastellVP

🌍 Exploring the World of International Business 🌍 I'm thrilled to share that I have successfully completed a workshop on International Business! This experience has broadened my understanding of global markets, cross-cultural dynamics, and the strategic challenges of operating in a globalized economy. A big thank you to the organizers and mentors who shared their valuable insights and expertise. This workshop has equipped me with skills and knowledge that will undoubtedly contribute to my professional growth. Looking forward to applying these learnings and embracing new opportunities in the international business landscape! #InternationalBusiness #ProfessionalDevelopment #GlobalPerspective #LifelongLearning

We are three weeks away from our next event in collaboration with Greater Vancouver Board of Trade - Human by Design: How Technology can benefit our business. The lineup of speakers and panelists covers a diverse range of expertise, promising valuable insights into the intersection of technology and business. Inga Seelemann's keynote, along with the powerhouse panel and technology demos, will offer attendees a comprehensive look at how technology can drive business success. Having Eileen Gullion, Saeed Otufat-Shamsi, Geordie Rose, and Nadia Shaikh-Naeem share their perspectives ensures a well-rounded discussion on the topic. And with Howard Cheung as the moderator, the conversation will be engaging and informative. For those who haven't secured their tickets yet, it's a great opportunity to do so and not miss out on what promises to be an enlightening event. I can imagine attendees will leave with fresh insights, new connections, and a deeper understanding of how technology can shape the future of their businesses. Looking forward to seeing you soon! Human by Design: How technology can benefit your business (boardoftrade.com)

Dr Sharlene Leroy-Dyer is achieving so much including establishing a research hub and a first-of journal all while taking this-and-next gen academics and researchers with her in this vital University domain of Indigenous Business. See the call for papers and the wide range of topics inclusive of community, business, industry, and partnerships. #IndigenousX

Carl Hinze from our Brisbane corporate team will be on an expert panel to discuss building successful business relationships in China, based on the experience of both Australian and American companies. This webinar will be run by Griffith Asia Institute and the University of San Francisco. Definitely a hot topic! If you're interested in joining, register via the link below or click -> https://lnkd.in/g5iXxfBX #China #Australia #crossborder #globallawfirm

🚀 Join this fast-paced workshop to help stimulate your thinking on future international growth. International markets increase the complexity of your business, but you still face one fundamental challenge – where and how to grow. If you are feeling blocked, uncertain or just in need of a review, this session is a great way to start fast tracking your planning for the future. It will give you:   ✅ New and fresh insight about how you view the challenge ✅ What you might do about it ✅ Opportunity to discuss, share and learn with other business leaders facing similar challenges ✅Tips on moving your plans forward and finding new or hidden opportunities and revenue streams This workshop is ideal for those involved in sales and business development of businesses trading internationally. To find out more and to book, please click here 👉 https://shorturl.at/NsO8B

1 Week to Go - 3 More Seats to Full House Female Business Leaders in ASIA - Luncheon Event Powered by: Asia CEO COMMUNITY X GLOBAL CEO COMMUNITY Event Info Registration - Female Business Leaders in ASIA Date: 10th Oct, 2024 (Thursday 11am to 3pm) Venue: Hong Kong, Central RSVP: https://lnkd.in/fnBa9DU Guest List Update (47 Members & Guests) 1. (Panel Speaker) Dr. Mariana Kou - Chairperson & CEO at Cinese International Group (1620:HK) 2. (Panel Speaker) Angel Li - Founding Partner at Avatar Capital Management Pte. Ltd. 3. (Panel Speaker) Kenix Rosie Chan - CEO at RainForest Capital Global Company Limited 4. (Panel Speaker) Jennifer Chan - Co- Founder at Orientis Ltd | Chairman at DT Capital Ltd | Board member, Hong Kong Science Technology Parks | Board member, Hong Kong Competition Commission 5. (Moderator) Maki Wan - Deputy General Manager, Planning and Business Development Department - Mitsubishi Corporation Hong Kong Limited 6. (Keynote Speaker) Lui Tong - Chairman at PRD Angels | Director, China and Hong Kong at EximPe 7. Iris Leung – Partner at KL Gates 8. Felix Wong FCA FCCA CPA - Managing Partner at Intelligent Hall Limited 9. Dr. Claude Chauchard - CHAIRMAN AND CEO at LA CLINIQUE DE PARIS INTERNATIONAL 10. Ella Cheong, JP - Senior Partner at ELLALAN 11. Siew Fong Y. - Regional Director of Marketing and Business Development, Asia at Am Law 50 Firm . . 30. Fiona Lau - Chair at China Family Office Research Institute 31. Michelle Lai - Director at Yonder Consulting 32. Steve Tam- Music School Principal with 30 teachers at Sing and You Vocal Coaching 33. Mill Luk - Executive Director at Kingsmen Hong Kong Limited 34. Rianna Chugani, (ICF ACC) - CEO at Intention Coaching Limited 35. Nicole Y. - Co-founder & Business Director at PROTOP Financial Press Limited 36. Ivan Theodoulou✍️📰🎙️ - Founder at Eight Public Relations Limited 37. Camillus Yang - Managing Director & CFO at aNew Energy Pte Ltd 38. Wilson C. Kwok MA(Hons), CA, FCPA (Practising), CTA, CFP, CFT - Chairman at LKKC CPA Limited 39. Cyndi Tai - COO at REST SOLUTION 40. Winsor Lam - Chief Culture Officer at Geome Green Hospitality 41. Dennis Sit - Barrister-at-Law at City Chambers 42. James Ho - CEO at Linpons Company Limited And more.. Other Upcoming Events London Chapter - Happy Hour 🗓️ Date: 10th Oct, 2024 (5:30pm to 8pm) 🎟️ RSVP: ceo@asiaceo.club (Registered Members can PM us directly) Vietnam Chapter - Business Opportunities in ASIA 🗓️ Date: 31st Oct, 2024 (5pm to 8pm) 🎟️ RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gfMcpRdN Hong Kong Chapter - Business Leaders in ASIA Event 🗓️ Date: 8th Nov, 2024 (2pm to 5pm) 🎟️ RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gCaPAmKQ JOIN ASIA CEO COMMUNITY: https://lnkd.in/fW74hTC ASIA CEO COMMUNITY: www.asiaceo.club Linkedin: https://lnkd.in/ec76qvK #ASIA #BUSINESS #BUSINESSMAN #Indonesia #Australia #Vietnam #BUSINESSWOMAN #CEO #CXO #STARTUP #FINTECH #entrepreneur #china #hongkong #Malaysia #singapore

Why do you want to take your association global? So obvious why did you ask the question?….we want to grow! So I’ll dig down, why do you want to grow? Here it starts getting more interesting….let’s look at some answers. •Revenue - we want to tap into the global market with our products and services. •Sharing is Caring - we have developed so much in the US, and they need it globally. •Ahead of the Curve - we are ahead of the rest of the world, so we have lots to offer those behind us. •Our Work is Done Here - we’ve squeezed every drop we can out of the US market, so we need a new market to tap into. •We’re the Most Authoritative- so the rest of the world should know it too. These are the kind of reasons that we hear for global ambitions. And they are all based on similar assumptions… •THERE is like HERE. •THEY are like US. •IUR SPECIALTY IS UNIFORM across the globe. •The MATURITY MODEL IS STATIC. •They need NOW what we needed THEN. Are we starting to feel a little uncomfortable? Global expansion needs to have a far stronger focus on THEM than US. While it is a noble undertaking, if we think we can save the world on our terms, our path to globalization is going to be a rocky climb. GLOBALIZATION is about LOCALIZATION - not about a bigger market for what you’ve got. So let me ask you a question…Why do you want to take your association global? Let’s talk more about this and other association strategies. You can find me at….

Last chance to join the global business symposium in Spain! Haven't applied yet? Secure your spot with our direct entrance opportunity for self-funded applicants. Don't miss out on this exclusive chance to network and learn from industry leaders. Apply now! https://lnkd.in/eyvVpeKt #GlobalBusinessSymposium #GlobalBusinessSymposiumSpain #InnovationJourney #ConnectGlobally #GlobalBusiness #EntrepreneurshipWorldwide #WorldwideBusinessJourney