The renaissance of Asia is at the center of the world’s attention. Fueled by its robust growth, Asia has embarked on a multi-faceted evolution, transforming into a global powerhouse as witnessed through its rising middle class and its rapid shift from manufacturing to services. The 2006 Wharton Asia Business Conference seeks to examine the progress to date of Asia’s transition and its impact across industries throughout the world, as well as to explore the underlying opportunities and challenges of the future.
DATE: Friday, November 10, 2006
TIME: 7:30 am - 6pm
LOCATION: Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue
Panels
Capital Markets in Emerging Asian Markets
Asian capital markets, notably China, have emerged onto the global scene as opportunities
for investments and high returns. The roles of capital markets in supporting the economic advances of Asian countries, as well as improvements needed for future development are discussed in this panel.
Private Equity and Hedge Funds in Asia
Global private equity houses and hedge funds have been hanging up signs in Asia as the region improves its capital market liquidity and access to debt financing tools. This panel explores topics ranging from the impact of continuous privatization and capital market reforms to corporate restructuring in Asia by private equity firms.
Local versus Global
As Asian firms consider future expansionary and developmental strategies to fuel growth, they must find a balance between globalization and localization. Strategies and case studies of successful companies as they make (or do not make) their transitions from local to global are discussed in this panel.
Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital
The Asian formula for successful entrepreneurship is explored in this panel, with emphasis on the growing relationship between Venture Capital and entrepreneurship. The interplay between the two groups is necessary for Asia to execute a transition from imitation to innovation into the future.
High Growth Industry Panel: Telecommunication, Media, Technology
Asia's adoption of mobile technology and a great involvement and interest of firms in this sector reflects an intensely competitive market. This panel discusses developments to the TMT industry and the opportunities present for firms and individuals alike.
