The Continuing Financial Crisis: Perspectives from the North and the South
Justin Yifu Lin, World Bank Chief Economist, explores the divide between developed and emerging countries and the global coordination required to ensure a stable recovery from the economic downturn.
Acting Globally: Entertaining Locally
A panel of experts in global marketing and management discuss the challenges and opportunities of taking music artists cross-border at the 2010 Media and Entertainment Conference.
How Investing in the Base Can Bring Investors out on Top
Alvaro Rodriguez Arregui of IGNIA Partners discusses the dual goals of his venture capital fund to support high-growth social enterprises that serve the base of the pyramid while providing consistent, high returns for his investors.
Orkut v. Facebook: The Battle for Brazil
There's a red-hot battle raging for the loyalty of Brazil's social networkers. Lauren Frasca explores the histories and strategies of the two top contenders - Orkut and Facebook - and dives deep to discover what domination by either of these networks could mean for this developing nation.
Approaches to Change: Conquering the Crisis of a Century
Michihisa Shinagawa, president and CEO of Sumitomo Corporation of America, discusses the structural changes that have allowed the company to reinvent itself and navigate turbulent economic times.
Growing Liz Claiborne, Inc.: An Interview with Co-founder, Jerome A. Chazen '50
Jerome A. Chazen speaks at length on co-founding and growing Liz Claiborne, Inc. and offers perspectives on globalization in the years ahead, the role of his eponymous Institute at Columbia, and career guidance based on his own vast experience.
China - Opportunities in Transition
Jack Perkowski, chairman and CEO of ASIMCO Technologies, Inc., offers advice and strategy for doing business in China and understanding the mindset of a typical Chinese businessperson.
Acciona and the Global Renewable-Energy Sector
On November 8, 2007, Columbia Business School's Energy Club welcomed Peter Duprey, CEO of Acciona Energy North America, to discuss the company's guiding philosophy and business strategy in the renewable-energy industry.
International Paper and the global market
Chairman and CEO of International Flavors and Fragrances and former President of International Paper talks about the forthcoming restructurings and realignments planned at International Paper to meet the challenges of the global marketplace.