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WHO WE ARE Global China Connection (GCC), a registered non-profit organization, is the world's largest student-run network dedicated to improving relations between China and the rest of the world. GCC acts as a nonpartisan platform for students and professionals to develop their global networks of personal and professional relationships. Our management is located in New York and Beijing, but our network includes university chapters throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

OUR MISSION

To cultivate friendships and bridges between China and the international community by creating a global network of current and future leaders.

OUR VISION

To facilitate a future where connections with China define and strengthen the international community.

WHAT WE DO

Hosting conferences that promote discussion about China’s development is a focus of Global China Connection. In 2009, GCC hosted two conferences that brought together leading thinkers to share their knowledge and participate in the conversation about China's future. These forums based on issues such as the global financial crisis, sustainable development, political corruption, as well as relations between locals and multinational corporations.

IN JUST FOUR YEARS… Four years ago, GCC consisted of a few students from Columbia University and a handful of other universities in North America; today, our chapter network extends to over 60 universities across the globe. In 2007, we started as a small organization with a big dream. Today, we are building relationships that will change the world.


1ST CANADIAN CONFERENCE

“GROWING OPPORTUNITIES IN CHINA”

CONTEXT Canada has always been in a relatively warm relationship with China. Unfortunately notable gaps in cultural understanding are still very prevalent. Thus, it is our mission to bring the GCC objective to our great nation and cultivate friendships and bridges by creating a network of current and future leaders. Our conference will allow industry professionals to educate the minds of eager young Canadians with a hopeful eye toward the mystical Orient. With these newly acquired knowledge and freshly developed skills, we hope to facilitate an environment where students from top local and international universities may gain useful insights.

CONTENT Industry professionals and acclaimed academics from across Canada, China will convene in discussion panels that will foster a generation of more globally-conscious Canadian youths. These presentations will be attended by delegates from Queens University, McGill University, University of Western Ontario, University of Toronto, Wilfred Laurier University, and select American universities.


WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

KEYNOTES Keynote speakers give speeches that convey the central message of this conference. The keynote will consist of industry professionals, governors and acclaimed scholars who have a profound understanding on the Chinese market, trade relations and policies.

PANEL DISCUSSION A panel of experts will discuss questions brought forth by the moderator and audience. It engages not only the panelists but also the student delegates, making it a perfect opportunity to communicate ideas and interact with the top-notch professionals.

NETWORKING Throughout the day of the conference there will be snack breaks intended to provide time for personal chats and networking with the speakers.

FINAL NETWORKING GALA Time to have fun and celebrate your success of one day of intense learning experience!

TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION Don’t want to travel alone? Want the complete conference experience? GCC provides accommodation and transportation for our entire delegation! Please consult GCC chapter at your school for detailed itinerary and fees. Free complementary transportation services includes hotel to conference facility and back, hotel to networking gala.


KEYNOTES

PARADIGM SHIFTS AMID GLOBALIZATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH PRESENTED BY DR. KARL MOORE Well-Known Consultant, Columnist at Forbes, Published Author, Professor at McGill University, Associate Director of Advanced Leadership Program, and Module Director on the International Masters for Health Leadership

Dr. Karl Moore has 12 years of experience in sales and marketing management positions in the high tech industry with IBM, Bull and Hitachi. He also has extensive experience in teaching executive education and MBA programs with leading universities including: Oxford, LBS, Cambridge, Darden, INSEAD, Duke, the Drucker School, the Rotterdam School of Management, IIM Bangalore, Queen's and McGill. His current focus is on postmodern leadership and globalization. His topic “China the society – paradigm shift amid globalization and economic growth” will cover current social changes in China, the impact on consumer behaviour and the way businesses operate as well as business ethics and property rights. With the multitude of social issues facing the Chinese population today, the government and Chinese society must find a way to cope with their continued growth. Dr. Karle Moore will talk about the changes in policy and culture and their prospective effects on businesses.

CHINA ON THE GLOBAL STAGE – CHINESE MACROECONOMICS PRESENTED BY MR. PETER HARDER Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Senior Policy Advisor to Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP and President of the Canada China Business Council

Peter Harder has 16 years of experience as the deputy minister in federal departments, including the Treasury Board, Solicitor General, Citizenship and Immigration, Industry and Foreign Affairs and International Trade. He served as Co-Chair of the Canada China Strategic Working Group while working with Foreign Affairs. His thirty-year-experience in international affairs and public policy gives rise to his unique insights in Sino-Canadian relationship. His topic “China on the global stage – Chinese Macroeconomics” will cover China’s 12th 5 Year Plan, generalizations about the Chinese economy, and the economic ties between China and the west. With the current tumultuous state of the global economy, China newest economic plan is hoping to address some of the issues its economy is facing. Mr. Peter Harder will talk about China’s role once the dust settles, and how Canada needs to put themselves in a position to take advantage of it.


BUSINESS IN CHINA – A MULTINATIONAL CORPORATION’S PERSPECTIVE PRESENTED BY MR. BENJAMIN BOEHM Vice President of International Business at Bombardier, President and CEO of Guelph Junction Railway.

Mr. Benjamin Boehm is a seasoned professional in the aerospace industry. He overlooks the deployment of Bombardier’s international aerospace initiatives, aimed at accellerating the company's global reach with a special focus on Asia. Mr. Boehm leads an international team tasked with the development and execution of Bombardier’s international business strategy and plans. In his previous role as VP – Commercial Aircraft Programs, Mr. Boehm lead the program management teams for all Commercial Aircraft programs including the CRJ series aircraft, the Q400 turboprops and the newest addition to the family, Bombardier’s mainline jetliner the CSeries aircraft. In addition to Bombardier, Mr. Boehm also serves as the President and CEO of Guelph Junction Railway. His topic “Business in China – A Multinational Corporation’s Perspective” will look at the intricate interplay between the government and the private sector. He will share Bombardier’s outlook on the Chinese aerospace industry and how Bombardier is doing its part to take advantage of the world’s second largest economy.

PANELS

TOPIC 1 FINANCE, TRADE AND ECONOMICS With uncertainties looming over global macroeconomics, many looked to China - a country with over 3 trillion dollars of foreign reserves and near 10% annual growth since 2008 to save the day. However, some argues that China is due to have a hard landing. This panel will examine the health of the Chinese economy, pegging of the Chinese Yuan, its impacts on international trade and effects on Chinese internal consumption. More, insights regarding the efficiencies of the Chinese equities market, relative lack of investment vehicles as well as transparencies of Chinese companies will be shared.

TOPIC 2 SOCIETY, BUSINESS AND GOVERNANCE China has long been perceived as a unique, promising and yet challenging business environmental for many western firms. To a large extent, the Chinese government acting through sets of comprehensive central policies controls the overall direction of the world’s second largest economy. It is therefore imperative for business leaders to understand the objectives and underlying drivers of governmental decisions. This panel will dissect the interplay between social forces, governmental policies and private sector demands. China’s balanced growth strategy – resolving social conflicts while maintaining economic growth will be examined. For background information pertaining to these topics, refer to “More on China” section of our website at gccCanada.ca/?page_id=294


LOCATION

CONFERENCE Reichman Family Lecture Auditorium (ES1050) Earth Sciences Centre University of Toronto (Downtown Campus)

HOTEL Novotel Toronto 45 The Esplanade M5E 1W2 Toronto


ITINERARY

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 2012

TIME ACTIVITY

7:45 Bus Departure from Novotel

8:00 – 9:10 AM Coat Check, Registration. Refreshments provided

9:10 – 9:30 AM Opening Remarks by Bob Dechert

9:30 – 10:30 AM “China on the global stage – Chinese macroeconomics” by Peter Harder

10:30 – 11:30 AM “Finance, Trade and Economics” Panel

11:30 – 12:30 PM Lunch break, food provided

12:30 – 1:30 PM “Businesses in China - A multinational corporation’s perspective” by Benjamin Hoehm

1:30 – 2:30 PM “Paradigm shifts amid globalization and economic growth” by Dr. Karl Moore

2:30 – 2:40 PM 10-Minute Break. Refreshments provided

2:40 – 3:40 PM “Society, Business and Governance” Panel

3:40 – 4:00 PM Closing Remarks

4:20 Bus Departure from Earth Science Center towards Novotel

6:30 Bus Departure from Novotel towards Gala facility

7:00 – 10:00 Networking Gala


GCC CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE

In 2011, GCC hosted two conferences that brought together leading thinkers to share their knowledge and participate in the conversation about China's future. These forums featured panels and keynote speeches based on issues such as the global financial crisis, sustainable development, political corruption, as well as relations between locals and multinational corporations. Our more than fifty speakers have included professors, CEOs, economists, lawyers and social activists. Networking sessions allowed attendees to confer with speakers, make professional connections and build friendships with like-minded students.

CULTIVATING TOMORROW’S LEADERS On July 9, 2011, Global China Connection hosted "Cultivating Tomorrow’s Leaders,” the third annual Asia conference, in Beijing. The leading change-makers of Sino-Global relations were brought together to share their stories of personal growth and in particular, how they have overcome the subtle cultural differences that have profound impact in international trade. Over 400 student leaders representing China, United States, Europe, Latin America, and more engaged in the discussion.

CHINA ON THE GLOBAL STAGE More than four hundred attendees flocked to Columbia University's Roone Arledge Auditorium for the third annual U.S. conference, “China on the Global Stage” on March 20, 2011. Managing Director at Goldman Sachs James Li and KPMG Americas Partner Mark Barnes delivered keynote addresses. Other prominent speakers included Vice President of China Daily USA, Lyndon Cao; Chairman of the Hong Kong Association of New York and CEO of NewsChina, Fred Teng; The Wall Street Journal’s editor, Lingling Wei; Forbes Magazine Contributor, Gordon Chang; and Founder of The China Business Network, Janet Carmosky.


CANADIAN CHAPTERS

GLOBAL CHINA CONNECTION, THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO CHAPTER GCC UWO was founded in January 2011. Our cabinet saw a need for a professional business-orientated club and was aware of the key position China will play in the global economy. GCCUWO is a gateway for UWO students to learn about the business culture in China, to network with like-minded students and to provide the resources they need to succeed in their studies and careers. UWO is proud to initiate the inaugural GCC Canadian Conference this January. Visit www.gccuwo.org for more information.

GLOBAL CHINA CONNECTION, UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO CHAPTER

GCC UofT was recently founded in September 2011. Being the newest Canadian GCC chapter, we are delighted to have the inaugural GCC Canadian Conference take place in UofT. GCC UofT is first student club in UofT aiming to understand China and her relevance to Canada as the next global superpower. We also aim to build a mutual understanding and lasting friendships between future world leaders, both within UofT and with the over 60 GCC chapters around the world

GLOBAL CHINA CONNECTION, WILFRID LAURIER CHAPTER

GCC LAURIER was founded in 2011. We exists to be a culminating platform where the finest student leaders gather to abolish the language, cultural, and societal barriers standing in the way of building a better tomorrow. GCC Laurier creates a special link between its local community, the other 60 international chapters, and of course with China herself. We pools

resources from a variety of universities and professional organizations to provide our members with the best resources, empowering them to succeed in our increasingly global world.

GLOBAL CHINA CONNECTION, QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY CHAPTER GCC Queen’s was founded in January 2010 as one of the first GCC Canadian chapters. Since its inception, our organization has rapidly grown in size, membership, and brand. Our chapter's mission is to bridge the gap between China and students at Queen's through a series of events such as the annual New York trip, workshops on Chinese business etiquette, and other social and professional events. We are excited to take part in the inaugural GCC Canadian Conference and bring GCC's presence to Canada.

GLOBAL CHINA CONNECTION, MCGILL UNIVERSITY CHAPTER

GCC MCGILL was founded in 2009 and is one of the fastest-growing organizations in building networks among students and professionals from China and North America. Our chapter aims to encourage social, cultural, and business exchanges for GCC members across North America through conferences and social events. We are proud to be collaborating with exceptional chapters from UWO, UofT, Laurier and Queens in organizing our first national Canadian Conference themed “Growing Opportunities in China.”


PRICING DELEGATE FEE

Covers cost of conference: $30

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION Covers two nights stay at Novotel Toronto (Friday and Saturday), free complementary transportation (see page 2), Wifi, gym, pool and sauna: $70

TRANSPORTATION

For transportation cost from local GCC chapter to Toronto and back, please contact local chapter representatives.

NETWORKING GALA

Covers cost of food, please contact local chapter representatives for pricing information.

REGISTRATION To register for the Global China Connection Canadian Conference, please contact your local GCC chapter representatives. Or, register online at “http://bit.ly/GCCCC”

UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO

https://www.facebook.com/GCCUWO Booth in UCC Atrium Victor Xu: [email protected]

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO https://www.facebook.com/GCCUofT Booth: Tuesday, January 17th 2011 at the Bahen Centre from 10am-4pm; More booth hours will be announced Lisa Yao: [email protected]; 416-836-1877

SIR WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO https://www.facebook.com/GCClaurier Brittney Feng: [email protected]

OTHER UNIVERSITY We welcome delegates from all other universities. However, only hotel accommodation and complementary transportation services will be provided (see page 2). Victor Xu: [email protected]

MCGILL UNIVERSITY

https://www.facebook.com/groups/38128164486/ Jack Ni: [email protected]

QUEENS UNIVERSITY https://www.facebook.com/groups/174369801565/ Ruby Chung: [email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/GCCUWO

https://www.facebook.com/GCClaurier

https://www.facebook.com/groups/38128164486/

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