Global companies work in an increasingly competitive environment and require perspective on the advantages of doing business in emerging markets, particularly China. Those who know how to manage and rapidly configure their supply chain in emerging markets will outpace competitors in seizing market share. These same companies, however, have long been focused on product safety, quality and cost savings in emerging markets. Recent events have made these issues high-profile problems for consumers, investors and regulators. To capture opportunities in emerging markets, companies have to overcome some complex supply chain challenges.

Join our distinguished panel of industry experts to discuss:

· The key drivers of globalization and supply chain expansion into China for 2010

· The level of supply chain globalization today and how it will change over the next couple of years

· Major barriers and risks around doing business in China

· Different challenges around compliance, code of conduct, and financial risk in working with Chinese suppliers

Panel speakers will be:

· Kevin Cornish, Aravo CTO: A senior IT professional with more than 20 years experience , Kevin champions Aravo’s forward-looking technology strategy, manages Aravo’s engineering team and refines the company’s SaaS-hosting strategy to enable worldwide enterprises to better manage complex, global supply chains.

· Jason Bush, Executive Editor, Spend Matters: Jason is regarded as one of the leading technology pundits and thought leaders in the trade, procurement and operations worlds. His current research and interest areas include the future of P2P technologies, global sourcing, risk management and performance management.

· Lisa Reisman, Editor, MetalMiner and Managing Director, Aptium Global: Lisa’s has over 15 years of experience in management consulting and direct materials sourcing. In addition to past roles at Andersen and Deloitte Consulting, Lisa has also owned and operated her own metals trading company, sourcing and selling a full range of metal products from and to emerging markets.