Join the Wharton Club of Northern California for an engaging discussion with Dr. Alan MacCharles, co-author of Unlocking International Joint Ventures. Discover the differences between M&A and joint ventures and gain practical insights and strategies for thriving in today’s complex global business environment.

 

Key Topics:

• Joint Ventures as a Strategic Tool: Learn how to leverage joint ventures with a practical playbook for international success.
• Managing Market Uncertainty: Gain critical insights on navigating uncertainty and optimizing tariff strategies.
• Real-World Strategies: Explore proven case studies and expert tactics for collaborative success and effective tariff management.
• Designing Resilient Corporate Structures: Understand how joint ventures can help minimize tariff impacts and other business disruptions.

Dr. MacCharles will draw on frameworks from his recent book (Wiley, November 2024, co-authored with Mark Schaub of King & Wood), which blends academic research, practical guides, and real-world case studies. The session will feature interactive discussion and up-to-date examples addressing today’s challenges.

About the Speaker:

Dr. Alan MacCharles leads the Lifelong Learning and Executive Education Program at Duke Kunshan University (DKU). Previously, he spent nearly 28 years with Deloitte in the UK and China as a Strategy and M&A Partner. Dr. MacCharles is a recognized advisor on geopolitics and business instability, and a frequent speaker to Fortune 500 CEOs. His recent series on ‘Reglobalization’ (co-authored with Dr. Ken Dewoskin) is featured in Fortune.

With extensive experience in joint venture formation, commercial due diligence, and corporate strategy across industries—including financial services, life sciences, hospitality, and manufacturing—Dr. MacCharles brings a wealth of practical insight. He holds a BA from the University of Waterloo, an MBA from London Business School, and a DBA from Cranfield University School of Management.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable strategies for international business success! 

 

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