19th Annual U.S.-China Trade Conference
"Making Decisions in the
New U.S.-China Trade Order"
November 13-14, 2018
Chicago, IL
Co-Chairs:
Lou Longo, Partner, Plante Moran, PLLC
Ralph Yoo, Associate, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP;
Clyde Kofman, Senior Vice President, Data Solutions, UL LLC
Why was this event critically timely and important?
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U.S. and China trade relations are entering into a chapter that is so drastically different from we have ever seen before in such an unpredictable manner in such a short time
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The present and the future are clouded with uncertainties that have changed and will continue to change with the brink of an eye with no clear path to stay on track
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Many multinational companies as well as consumers are unprepared for such a drastic change
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China is actively promoting its “One Belt One Road” initiative and has expanded to “Digital Belt and Road.” The success of the initiative will change the world economic landscape
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Blockchain technology and cryptocurrency have dominated the news, created tens of thousands of jobs, and created a flood of conferences and seminars. While many have made hundreds of millions in engaging this technology, many more have lost hundreds of millions in the process. What is the implication on trade, eCommerce, and fintech?
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Industrialization comes with environmental issues. After decades of disregard of the environment, China is imposing a number of rules to protect its environment and even restricts the import of wastes. What is the implication for U.S. companies operating in China and what are the opportunities for Green Technology?
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This highly condensed, comprehensive conference will contiue to update the current economic and business climate in China and will address some of the operational and management issues in operating U.S.-China business. At the same time, as we make decisions for the future, it will focus on the future trends and business sectors that warrant discussion.
Electronic version of the conference book is available to conference attendees and USCCC members free. For other, the cost will be $75. Please contaact us at info@usccc.org or 312-368-9911.
Registration and Continental Breakfast.
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Opening Remarks.
9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
The Honorable Edward Burke, Dean & Finance Committee Chairman, Chicago City Council
Welcome Remarks; Messages from Co-Chairs.
9:15 a.m. – 9: 30 a.m.
Lou Longo, Partner, Plante Moran, PLLC;
Ralph Yoo, Associate, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP;
Clyde Kofman, Senior Vice President, Data Solutions, UL LLC
U.S. Manufacturing Offshoring in China.
9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Alexander Hammer, Lead International Economist & Head of China Research, United States International Trade Commission (USITC)
Why and How Are Our Business Impacted by the U.S.-China Trade Dispute? A Panel Discussion.
10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Moderator:
Andy Rice, Senior Vice President, The Jordan Company;
Panelists:
Steve Sirota, Chief Operating Officer, SES, LLC;
Michael Rodenberg, President, Murakami Manufacturing
Coffee Break.
10:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Entrepreneurship, Technology and Launch of New Products in the New Trade Era.
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Clyde Kofman, Senior Vice President, Data Solutions, UL LLC
Immigration Policy: How to Attract Talent and Capital.
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Ralph Yoo, Associate, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP
Executive Lunch
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
U.S., China, and Mexico: How Can Global Trade Lead to Prosperity?
1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Rogelio Sánchez, Vice President, Corporate Finance, Gruma Corporation (Mexico)
Lessons Learned: How Do We Stay Competitive in the Everchanging Global Economic Environment? Case Studies.
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Moderator:
Lou Longo, Partner, Plante Moran, PLLC;
Panelists:
Daniel Dwight, President & CEO, Cooley Group;
Jeff Albright, President, ESP International;
Tom Koltun, President and CEO, Kolcraft Enterprises
Tariffs Under the Current Administration: Mitigation Strategies and Solutions.
3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Eric Rock, Esq., Rock Trade Law LLC
Coffee Break and Networking Session.
3:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
The Future of Transportation and Logistics in the U.S.
3:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Dr. Robert Martinez, Vice President, Norfolk Southern Corporation and Former Associate Deputy Secretary of Transportation
Chinese Companies in the U.S.: Rapid Change and the Impact. A Panel Discussion.
4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Moderator:
Siva Yam, CPA, CFA, President, U.S.-China Chamber of Commerce;
Panelists:
Leo Liu, CFO, Anbang International;
Rozan Simoni, Esq., General Counsel - North America, COFCO International;
Nicholas Sheets, Esq., Attorney at Law, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Cocktail Reception / Networking.
5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Conference Schedule
Tuesday, November 13th
Registration and Continental Breakfast.
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
What Have We Learned and What Do We Plan to Do After Our Trips to China? A Panel Discussion.
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Moderator:
Siva Yam, CPA, CFA, President, U.S.-China Chamber of Commerce;
Panelists:
James Richter, President, The Metraflex Company;
Jay Fine, President, CompX Fort; TBA
Cross Border E-Commerce: Implications, Opportunities, and Challenges in the U.S.-China Trade Dispute
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Eric Rock, Esq. Rock Trade Law LLC;
Siva Yam, CPA, CFA, President, U.S.-China Chamber of Commerce
Coffee Break and Networking Session.
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Technology Transfer: How Can You Protect Your Investments in U.S.-China Trade?
10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Steve Shape, Managing Partner, Dennemeyer & Associates, LLC
Will the U.S.-China Trade Dispute End Soon? What Is Your Contingency Plan? A Townhall Meeting.
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 P.m.
Moderator: Weifang Zhou, President, UL Connected Technologies
Adjourn.
12:00 p.m.