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International Business in China for Fun and Profit

Event SXSW Interactive 2009
Format Panel
Organizer Kris Krug Raincity Studios
Description There are myriad misconceptions about doing business in China, but with a massive market, talented workbase and intriguing culture, there are also many compelling reasons for entrepreneurs to consider expanding their enterprises to Asia. Practical questions are answered by a panel of ex-pat entrepreneurs.
Questions
Answered
  1. How does one work through the byzantine permits and bewildering paperwork?
  2. Why should I bother expanding to China (or anywhere else)?
  3. What's in it for me? Is there real money to be made?
  4. What are the dangers/drawbacks of doing business in China?
  5. What are the business benefits of outsourcing to yourself?
  6. How does open source software fit into opening up communications amidst an (to westerners) confusing political climate?
  7. How do i eat, sleep, breathe etc.? Really.
  8. How does one resolve the personal social/political tension created when doing business in a foreign country?
  9. Why do we (the West) think about China in the way we do?
  10. What is the profile of tech labor force in China?
Panelists Sage Brennan (Mobile Monday Shanghai), Dan Harris (China Law Blog), Kris Krug, moderator (Raincity Studios), Andrew Lih (andrewlih.com), Christine Lu (thechinabusinessnetwork.com)
Level Advanced
Category Business / Entrepreneurial