14th China Biz Dev & Matchmaking Trip (Early Reg. Cut-off) March 23, 2009

What: Meet 100s of Chinese companies & partner up with those matching your needs, be they selling or sourcing, finding deals or finding capital, on our 14th trip from 7/11-7/21.

Where: Shanghai, Chengdu (a hub in Western China), Changsha (another large 2nd/3rd-tier city), Beijing

Who: Business owners and executives interested in China

How Much: Various depending on the package chosen; Subsidies available.

Event URL: www.MeetChinaBiz.org

Email Address: [email protected]

Learn More: Email info(at)meetchinabiz.org or call 617.606.3360

Misc: Cost subsidized; Early-bird pricing ends 4/30/09; Pre-trip matchmaking; Piggybacking or leverage without going possible; Economical and effective -- perfect for SME and emerging companies.

•Do you know that the “heart” of the Chinese stimulus plan is to boost domestic consumption, so anything that can help achieve that goal, be it tangible product offerings or intangible marketing prowess, shall be in demand in China?

•Do you know that nowadays it is often easier for a Chinese manufacturer to get bank loans to import equipment than to export products?

•Do you know that Chinese manufacturers are beginning to pay attention to productivity and efficiency, as many of their old advantages (such as low-cost labor) are rapidly evaporating?

•Do you know that more and more Chinese companies are interested in “bottom-fishing” for depressed assets in the US, be they properties, talent, or businesses?

China used to be a sourcing destination for US businesses. While it may still be for many businesses that have a well-balanced strategy that did not solely rely on China’s extreme low costs of the past, however, the prospect of selling into China is looking brighter and brighter, with more and more prospective customers becoming ready (politically encouraged), willing (acquisition mentality-driven) and able (i.e., foreign reserves-rich) to buy American products (and services if you know how to “package” it).

Backed by pre-trip matchmaking efforts, MeetChinaBiz’s 14th trip will take place from 7/12-20 and cover, aside from Shanghai and Beijing, such 2nd/3rd-tier cities as Changsha and Chengdu.

Amply subsidized by various local hosts, it is an economical, yet effective channel for small and midsize companies to quickly tap into China. We will meet collectively 1000s of businesses and have the opportunity to visit plants and zones as well as individual companies of interest.

If you are interested but can't decide yet, simply start with the matchmaking and discussions first without committing to going right away. You may also attend one of our upcoming roundtable discussions. Feel free to email us at [email protected] (or call 617.208.0470) if you have any questions or would like any additional information.

Official Website: http://www.MeetChinaBiz.org