Program

This program is built with cloud computing companies and professionals in mind.  Our core programming will take place from October 17 – 21, beginning with a welcome reception the night of October 17 and ending with a dinner with a special guest. In the time span of five days, through individual meetings, conferences, company tours, and in-depth, interactive presentations, delegates will learn about the Chinese market, meet potential customers and partners, talk with established Bay Area businesses like Intel, Oracle, Deloitte, and Silicon Valley Bank, and otherwise prepare to expand their business or knowledge in China.

The Bay Area Council will demonstrate the platform it has built in partnership with the Yangpu District Government in Shanghai that accelerates California businesses. We will hold several meetings with government, business and academic leaders in Shanghai, highlighting two districts – Yangpu and Pudong – where companies can find strong state and university support for their growth. You will visit Chinese companies actively seeking foreign partners, academic leaders and meet government representatives who can help your company access favorable policies for talent, real estate, taxation, and investment. Delegates will also get first look at: Yangpu Cloud Center, Yangpu Cloud Demonstration Center (to be completed in 2012), the Business Accelerator Building, and the BAC Digitization High Tech Park (first ever in China).

Finally, on October 20, we will travel to Hangzhou, another designated cloud computing center in the Yangtze River Delta region, to get a better idea of what business opportunities look like in China’s second-tier cities as presented by both government and companies.  You will learn more about the city’s tentative plans to build an infrastructure and energy-focused cloud cluster with companies like Alipay, Taobao, GE, China Telecom, and others.

We will also utilize “downtime” during meals and receptions to invite participation of experienced expats and local business people to provide analysis on market trends and candid feedback on challenging issues such as hiring, protecting IP, building a brand, and brokering new relationships in the public and private sectors.

Logistics

Hotel:

Our guests will stay at Hyatt on the Bund, a 5 star luxury hotel, uniquely located on the banks of the Huang Pu River in Shanghai. You will enjoy spectacular views of the Bund and the Lujiazui financial center in Pudong, exceptional business services, and the benefit of being in close proximity to many of the most important attractions of traditional downtown Shanghai.

Ground Transportation:

From arrival until departure, guests will be transported in private cars or luxury buses.

Dining:

Shanghai’s cuisine is as diverse and internationally influenced as its residents. This trip is structured to allow delegates to taste a wide variety of the best Shanghai has to offer.

Air Travel:

The Bay Area Council has negotiated discounted rates with Cathay Pacific, which are available to the delegates.

Reasons to attend:

• If you are considering opening an operation or finding partners in China in the next few years.
• If you seek Chinese customers for your companies products and services.
• If you have an operation in China and are considering expanding.
• If you would like to deepen your relationships with Chinese Government and Business leaders.
• If you would like to deepen your relationships with Bay Area and U.S. companies in China.