Business Development Outbound Mission to Asia
Clean Tech-Waste Treatment
OBJECTIVES
Following the success of the Cleantech summit held in Vancouver last December, BDC Capital (BDC) and Monte Jade Canada (MJ Canada), with support from the B.C. Government - Ministry of Small Business, Technology and Economic Development, and the Canadian Consulate General in Guangzhou, China, are pleased to invite Canadian companies to participate in a follow - up mission to China and Vietnam this summer. This mission will focus on municipal and industrial waste and wastewater treatment sectors and represents a unique opportunity for Canadian Companies to showcase their capabilities in a rapidly expanding market. Participation will be limited to ten companies.
WASTE AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT IN CHINA AND VIETNAM
As part of its economic stimulus package, ChinaĦĤs central and provincial government allocated 36 billion RMB (~CAD$6.5 billion) towards environmental projects. Furthermore, as of this January, China's Ministry of Environmental Protection has granted approval to 153 projects around the country involving investments of roughly 470 billion RMB (~CAD$85 billion). For example, the city of Shenzhen recently approved 23 sewage projects with 10 of which have been launched.
In Vietnam, Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) recently announced a US$15 million program aimed at assisting the provincial governments in effectively managing projects related to municipal and provincial pollution. The city of Ho Chi Minh also announced the construction of a US$35 million sewage plant with processing capacity of 3000 m3/day.
We believe that it is the right time for Canadian companies to target these regions as they begin investing heavily in infrastructure and solutions dedicated to waste and wastewater treatment.
BENEFITS OF MISSION
Tentatively set between June 27 and July 4, 2009 this mission will allow the limited Canadian participants to maximize face time with potential partners in Asia. The mission will visit Shenzhen (China) and Hanoi (Vietnam). Delegates will have the opportunity to:
Present their products/solutions (with local translation provided) to potential clients that specialize in waste and wastewater treatment; and
Have quality face time with local companies and related government officials through pre arranged one on one meetings, business luncheons, and networking events; and
Participate in site visits of local treatment facilities/local companies to gain better understanding of the treatment process, solutions in place and unmet needs; an
Enjoy follow up liaison provided by the organization committee (up to 3 months); and
List company profiles & logos on the mission website (up to the mission date)
TARGET PARTICIPANTS
Companies focused on developing, marketing, or investing in waste and wastewater treatment technologies and solutions, cleantech industrial associations, government officials, research and design institutes, municipalities and public authorities, industrial regulators, decision makers from related bureaus and administrative departments, non-profit organizations, service agencies, and individuals etc.
AGENDA (TENTATIVE):
Date
Activities
Location
June 27~28
Jun 27
Leave Vancouver
Jun 28
Arrive in Hong Kong & Transfer train/bus to Shenzhen
June 28 ~ July 1 Shenzhen, China
Jun 28
Arrive in Shenzhen
Hotel in Shenzhen (3 nights)
Jun 29
Company presentations (morning)
TBD
Jun 29
One-on-One meetings (afternoon)
TBD
Jun 29
Business luncheon
TBD
Jun 29
Dinner with one-on-one companies
TBD
Jun 30
Site visits of local companies/treatment facilities
TBD
Jul 1
Bus from Shenzhen to Hong Kong
TBD
Jul 1
Flight from Hong Kong to Hanoi
TBD
July 1 ~ July 4 Hanoi, Vietnam
Jul 1
Arrive in Hanoi
Hotel in Hanoi (3 nights)
Jul 2
Company presentations (morning)
TBD
Jul 2
One-on-One meetings (afternoon)
TBD
Jul 2
Business luncheon
TBD
Jul 2
Dinner with one-on-one companies
TBD
Jul 3
Site visits of local companies/treatment facilities
TBD
Jul 4
Sightseeing in Hanoi
TBD
Jul 4
Flight from Hanoi to Hong Kong
Jul 4
Flight from Hong Kong back to Vancouver
Jul 4
Arrive in Vancouver
REGISTRATION:
<Canadian Participants>
Total Package: $7,000 per person registering before April 30, 2009 or $8,000 per person registering between April 30 and May 31, 2009
This package will cover all basic expenses including:
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Roundtrip flight between Vancouver and Hong Kong (economy class)
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Roundtrip flight between Hong Kong and Hanoi (economy class)
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Ground transportation in Shenzhen and Hanoi
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Hotel and meal arrangements for the whole trip (7 days)
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Written and oral translations (Chinese and Vietnamese) for company PPTs, presentations, one-on-one meetings and site visits
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City tours in Shenzhen and Hanoi (subject to time constraint)
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Conference facilities in Shenzhen and Hanoi
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Business luncheons with local conference attendees
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Event management fees
Total Package excluding flight in/out of Canada: $5,000 per person registering before April 30, 2009 or $6,000 per person registering between April 30 and May 31, 2009. Itinerary coverage is the same as Total Package except for the round - trip flights between Vancouver and Hong Kong.
Please note that participants are responsible for obtaining visas and a minimum of two weeks is required for processing.
For registration and payment please contact Ms. Clare Chen by email at clare.chen@bdc.ca or by phone at (604) 666.3064 or Mr. Victor Scutaru by email at victor.scutaru@bdc.ca or by phone at (416) 952.8254.
<Chinese and Vietnam Participants>
China:
Please contact Ms. Leanne Yi of B.C. Trade and Investment Office in Guangzhou by email at lyi@bcinternational.ca or by phone at +86.20.2831.7413 for registration.
Vietnam:
Please contact Mr. Leon Tran by email at leon.tran@asiawave.biz or by phone at +84.90.778.2968 for registration.
Companies interested in participating in one-on-one meetings and/or inviting the delegates for site visits should register before April 30, 2009.
Registration form
ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE
Monte Jade Science & Technology Association, Canadian Chapter (MJ Canada)
MJ Canada is a not-for-profit organization that supports entrepreneurship and investment in technology companies located in Canada and Asia. The Association began in Silicon Valley in 1989 and created the Canadian Chapter in 1997. MJ Canada focuses on bridging businesses and investment opportunities between Canadian and Asian firms through match - making missions and related services
BDC Capital Inc.
BDC Capital is the Venture Capital Group of the Business Development Bank of Canada. BDC Capital is a major VC investor in Canada, active at every stage of the company's development cycle, from seed through expansion, with a focus on technology-based businesses that have high growth potential and are positioned to become dominant players in their markets.
SPONSORS
Global Monte Jade 7/22 2008 Monte Jade July Semiconductor Forum -
The Outlook of Semiconductor, a "maturing" industry?
Date: Tue. July 22, 2008
Global MJ and Taiwan MJ 2008 Global Monte Jade Summit & Taiwan Monte Jade Annual Conference
Theme : Prospects for the New Global Era
Date: Jul. 29 ~ Aug. 3, 2008
Monte Jade November Financial Forum:
"The impact of the economic downturn to businesses, investments, and individuals"
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
The following event is hosted by Global Monte Jade
Panelists:
Tracy Wan, Former President & COO, The Sharper Image
Jonas Miller, Senior VP and Treasurer of UCBH Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiary, United Commercial Bank
Farley York Lee, CPA, CIA, Senior Manager, Deloitte Financial Advisory Services, LLP Moderator:
Lilly Chung, a Lead Client Service Partner of key strategic Deloitte clients
Panelist: Tracy Wan
Tracy Wan, Former President & COO of The Sharper Image, one of the most noted multi-channel retailer. At The Sharper Image, Tracy was President & COO for seven years, and the CFO for six years during a 18-year career (1988-2006). As President, Tracy led the company and her teams during the highest revenues and earnings growth periods, as well as took the company successfully through downturns to regain sales and earnings. Tracy served on the board of directors at The Sharper Image through 2006.
She had responsibilities for the Sharper Image's overall strategic initiatives, and all aspects of operations. Tracy's leadership also included two public offerings, added 100 stores in premier locations, grew e-commerce sales to more than $100 milion, and added two distribution centers.
Tracy spent five years in public accounting, and is a CPA. Her other experiences include serving as VP of Finance for a real estate investment company where she was responsible for the finance and accounting of a group of REITs and public partnerships. Tracy currently lives with her husband and daughter in the San Mateo.
Since the beginning of 2008, Tracy is the Founder and Principal of Tracy Wan Advisory and Consulting Services. Client companies are in the businesses of: multi-channel retailing, e-commerce, social network, direct marketing, product design and manufacturing, investment firms, and non-profit. Services span from business plans, financial plans, retail operations and management, on-line marketing plans and execution, acquisition and investment evaluations, executive coaching and leadership training. Tracy is highly regarded as a team builder, strong communicator, and passionate leader.
Panelist: Jonas Miller
Mr. Jonas Miller is Senior Vice President and Treasurer of UCBH Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiary, United Commercial Bank. He oversees the investment portfolio, liquidity, foreign exchange, and interest rate risk management of the company. He has served in various capacities at the bank since 1993. He obtained his B.A. from U.C. Berkeley and M.B.A. from the University of Washington, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst.
Panelist: Farley York Lee
Mr. Lee is a Senior Manager in the Deloitte Financial Advisory Services practice. He specializes in business reorganizations and forensic investigations. He has worked in a variety of industries including consumer business, telecom, manufacturing, and technology. He has over ten years experience in assisting and advising companies in numerous distressed situations. Prior to Deloitte, he spent fourteen years in the private sector in a number of industries, including technology, transportation, and financial services.
Mr. Lee's experience in financial advisory and reorganization services include performing value maximization, strategy, cash forecasting, operational turnaround consulting, financial modeling, due diligence, valuation, business plan & viability assessments. He specializes in financial consulting engagements for debtors, creditors (including unsecured creditors committees), and lenders involved in turnarounds, loan workouts, and bankruptcies.
Representative engagements include Calpine, Upright Inc., Good Guys, Chiron, Qwest Communications, MCI WorldCom, Sega GameWorks, Legacy Estate Group, CellNet Data Systems, Bronco Coal, Natural Wonders, and Citigroup.
Education:
MBA, Finance, University of San Francisco
BS, Accounting and Finance, UC Berkeley
Professional Affiliations:
Association of Insolvency & Restructuring Advisors (board member)
Turnaround Management Association
Member of America Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member of AAMA (Asia America Multi-Technology Association)
Moderator: Lilly Chung
Lilly Chung is a Lead Client Service Partner of key strategic Deloitte clients. She is the regional Women's Initiative leader, Semiconductor Affinity Group leader, and an executive member of Deloitte's Chinese Services Group. Ms. Chung started her career in a series of technical roles at TRW, Fairchild Semiconductor and Xerox. Later she joined Xerox's Strategic Business Office and developed her consulting career with CSC Index, KPMG, and Ernst& Young. Her experience expanded from business process reengineering to ERP implementation and organizational effectiveness. Lilly has helped major companies such as Acer Computer, Apple, Applied Materials, Cisco, Siemens, Solectron, and Xerox to improve their operational efficiencies. Her work was written up in Fortune Magazine. Ms. Chung currently serves as a Board Member of Monte Jade Association. Ms. Chung holds an MBA from the Harvard University, both B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California, and an M.S. in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management from Stanford University.
Date:
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Venue:
China Stix Restaurant,
2110 El Camino Real Santa Clara, CA 95050 USA
Tel: (408)244-1684
Time:
6:30 am
Fee:
Member $25, non-member $30 Student $20, Extra $5 for site registration
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