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BEYOND THE CLASSROOM the importance of establishing harmonious relationships with Indian partners and aligning objectives to better ensure success. Alain Monie, president and chief operating officer, Ingram Micro – “There are definitely very high-growth opportunities, but with specific challenges,” warned Monie. India is a complex environment and while good management is available and a key factor to success, the challenge is keeping it. Ed Fuller, president and managing director, Marriott International Lodging – Community relations is critically important in India. To succeed, companies must give back to Indian communities in very meaningful ways. Fuller concluded that, “In spite of challenges, India’s diverse economy and talent make it an ideal place for going, working and interacting.” A special appearance was made by actress Malaika MASTER ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR FROM 50 FEET IN THE AIR Experience personalized full-time and part-time MBA programs. Arora Khan, who gave a highly entertaining luncheon address on The Business of Bollywood. Closing Comments Andy Policano summarized the day’s discussion reiterating the points: It’s not about offshoring, but rather “best shoring.” Companies should consider planning products here and implementing in India. Many go to India first for cost savings, but they stay for the quality. The Strategic Initiatives in India conference was cosponsored by TiE. Corporate sponsors included: Marriott, Conexant, Ingram Micro, The Allergan Foundation, Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth, Irvine Chamber of Commerce, Ducommun Technologies and HireRight. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT merage.uci.edu/go/compare
Leadership Styles Mix It Up in Distinguished Speaker Series IN ITS THIRD YEAR, the Distinguished Speakers Series (DSS) is increasingly visible and influential, according to Shaheen Husain, executive director of corporate relations for the Merage School. “Instead of the Merage School seeking out sponsors and speakers, they’re asking to be a part of the event! Top leaders want to participate, which is a clear indication that this program is having the desired impact,” Husain says. Featured speakers from 2007-2008 included: Ed Coleman, former chief executive officer, Gateway, Inc.; Rick W. Rayson, managing partner of Deloitte & Touche USA LLP; Eric Brandt, chief financial officer of Broadcom; and James Mazzo, chairman and CEO of Save the Dates for the 2008-2009 series: NOVEMBER 18, 2008 Greg Creed, President & Chief Concept Officer, Taco Bell FEBRUARY 10, 2009 Alexis Livanos, President, Northrop Grumman Space Technology APRIL 7, 2009 Jim Caudill, President, Black & Decker Home Division MAY 19, 2009 Bob McKnight, CEO,Quiksilver ADDRESSING NEARLY 500 business leaders from Irvine and the surrounding Orange County area, Andy Policano, economist and Dean of The Paul Merage School of Business stated, “There is no such thing as a local economy. We’re in a global economy…companies that are thriving here are global companies.” Dean Policano opened the annual Irvine Chamber of Commerce Business Outlook meeting with a forecast that the next decade would likely bring higher inflation, slower growth and a shift in wealth from the United States to other countries in the world. He also concluded that large numbers of foreign investments would make it harder for the federal government to curb inflation simply by putting more money into the banks. Policano pointed out that a Merage education prepares tomorrow’s business leaders for Greg Creed President & Chief Concept Officer Taco Bell BEYOND THE CLASSROOM Please join us for our Distinguished Speaker Series NOVEMBER18 FEBRUARY 10 APRIL7 MAY19 Advanced Medical Optics. Each of these top corporate leaders shared his organization’s approach to creating sustained growth through strategic innovation and provided insight into his company’s particular successes in the global economy. “The Distinguished Speakers Series provides students and business people alike with a snapshot of how companies have succeeded in the past and insight into different leadership styles and how they contribute to success,” said Angela Kim, a student at The Paul Merage School of Business. “I have learned many lessons from this program that I plan to apply in my own future endeavors.” Each year the DSS brings to campus key business leaders who address current business issues, leadership, ethics, and other relevant topics. The series is sponsored by the Merage School’s Center for Leadership and Team Development and supported by corporate sponsors. Sponsors for 2007-2008 included, at the platinum level, Verizon Wireless and Volvo Cars of North America. Deloitte, Jones Day, HireRight, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Wells Fargo were silver sponsors for the year. This year’s sponsors are Verizon Wireless, Capital Group, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Wells Fargo. success in this new environment. Kerry Vandell, professor of finance and director of the Merage School’s Center for Real Estate, reported that Orange County was “faring better than many other parts of California.” Len Hunt, former president and chief executive officer of Kia Motors America summarized the impact the global economy has had on the automotive industry and what to expect moving forward. Alexis Livanos Corporate Vice President & President of Space Technology Northrop Grumman Each of the speakers will address the importance of strategic innovation. Jim Caudill President, Hardware & Home Improvement Black & Decker Policano, Vandell Discuss Global Economy at Annual Business Outlook Conference Bob McKnight Chief Executive Officer Quiksilver “ What happens in the ” OC does not stay in the OC. This is a global economy. — Merage School Dean Andy Policano 23 Merage | 2008 – 2009
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