Agenda

Day 1 Sunday, 13 December
16:30-18:00 Early Registration
18:00-20:30 Networking, Mixer and Cocktail/Banquet (By Invitation Only)
Day 2 Monday, 14 December
8:30-9:00 Registration
9:00-9:10 Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:10-9:45 Keynote Address
9:45-10:45 Moving Forward: Navigating Through an Uncertain Financial Landscape
As a result of the economic crisis, the international financial landscape has drastically changed. In a recovering international market, understanding how to deal with these uncertain challenges both domestically and internationally could mean the difference between capitalizing on the opportunities of a recovered market, or ultimately failing due to the inability to adapt. This panel will help CEOs and CFOs better understand the economic confusion and then deal with these challenges to ultimately position your company for financial success. Finally, our experts will discuss the new global market dynamics, China’s evolving role as an emerging global leader and how this affects your company’s stock exchange listing.
10:45-11:15

Networking and Refreshment Break

11:15-12:00 Successfully Raising Capital in Any Stage and Every Stage
In every stage of a company’s lifecycle, capital is the key to continuing strong expansion and innovation, while combating the challenges of an ever-changing global market. As a result, it is imperative that companies continue to successfully raise additional capital. Thus, in a market where creditors and traditional lending institutions have conserved their funds and tightened lending restrictions, all options must be considered. The IPO, for example, has started to show strong promise again for raising money and international listing opportunities are open for both listed and non-listed companies. On the other hand, non-traditional methods offer their own unique advantages, providing an avenue to raising the capital your company needs. This panel will provide an in-depth discussion on the variety of opportunities available for raising the capital needed to grow success.
12:00-13:30 Lunch and Networking 
13:30-14:30 Risk Management: How to plan for the unthinkable 
An organization can be full of opportunities and risks, as a CEO and CFO it is vital to understand the risks faced for the organization and then to eliminate them via an effective strategic approach. However, how can a CEO and CFO prepare for the unthinkable? The panel will discuss about how to accurately plan in an increasing dynamic environment. Issues will be on how; Climate change, Energy, Commodity Prices, competition, financial market risks and supply chain risks, affect businesses and how to overcome some of these issues.
14:30-15:30 M&As: Chinese Companies Going International
Pursuing M&A in the international market can serve as a viable option for Chinese companies to expand on the international forefront. However, for any company looking to expand its international stronghold, it also poses high risks and numerous challenges. How do you evaluate the opportunities and risks in a global landscape? In this panel, experts will discuss the risks, challenges and advantages of Chinese companies pursuing M&A’s internationally, while also addressing an even more fundamental question, Is an M&A right for my company?
15:30-16:30 Reporting Financials
Keeping in compliance with financial regulations is an integral function of the CFO. However, the effects of misreporting, money laundering, and accounting scandals have raised awareness in transparency and called for greater compliance with both domestic and international standards. Panelists will discuss how reporting standards, such as the IFRS and US GAAP, and changing global stock exchange regulations will affect both accounting and reporting procedures for your company’s financials. Additionally, this session will guide company executives through FCPA standards to maintain legal accord and avoid unnecessary litigations.
16:30-17:00 Networking and Refreshment Break
17:00-18:00 Leadership and Culture
Cutting edge technology, value-creation investing and astute risk-management are all invaluable tools in a company’s toolbox. However, these individual components cannot create business success without empowering leadership to harness these advantages. In our “Leadership” session, management experts and organization leaders will engage in an open discussion on developing business leadership both for the CEO’s and CFO's and for the employees. Panelists will debate management styles and organization cultures in a lively and thought-provoking close to the conference.
18:00-20:00 Cocktail Party
Day 3 Tuesday, 15 December
9:00-11:30 Company Meetings
Both during the morning and afternoons, companies will have the opportunity to present their businesses to investors. Multiple investor meetings will be taking place concurrently. For interested companies, please send in the application form found on the last sheet of this brochure.

Company Meetings will only be made available to invited companies.
11:30-14:00

Rodman & Renshaw Lunch with Special Guest Speaker Wesley K. Clark

14:00-18:00

Company Meetings Cont'd
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