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Belly2BellyPreview APEC 2023 and San Francisco Update with Darlene Bryant from GlobalSFDarlene Bryant, dchiubryant@globalsf.bizGlobalSF, https://www.globalsf.biz/APEC 1-day spinoff event, https://www.globalsf.biz/apec2023--Feel free to contact us with any questionsBill Kenney, bill@meetroi.comMEET, http://meetroi.com/
2023-08-3009 min
GlobalSF : So FutureStartups in Japan with Yoshi TasakaIn this episode, executive director of Global:SF and Yoshi Tasaka from the Shibuya City Office discuss Japan's latest trends in startups and investment opportunities. Be sure to check out the website: https://shibuya-startup-support.jp/ and blackboxjp.com for additional information for the startup ecosystem in Japan!
2023-03-0919 min
Belly2BellySelectUSA 2023 Preparation a Visit with Darlene Bryant, GlobalSFDarlene Bryant, dchiubryant@globalsf.bizGlobalSF, https://www.globalsf.biz/..SelectUSA Summit, 1-4 May 2023, Washington, DChttps://www.selectusasummit.us/--Feel free to contact us with any questionsBill Kenney, bill@meetroi.comMEET, http://meetroi.com/
2023-02-1611 minGlobalSF : So FutureKicking off the new year with Christina BuiIn this episode, GlobalSF spoke with Kylan Ventures co-founder Christina Bui about the many exciting projects Vietnam has to offer. Since the US-China Trade War, Vietnam's growth potential has been even stronger considering its dynamic workforce and unique geopolitical circumstance in South East Asia. Tune in for more details
2023-02-1513 min
Heja Framtiden367. Darlene Chiu Bryant: The San Francisco and Stockholm foodtech connection (IN ENGLISH)Darlene Chiu Bryant is the founder and Executive Director at GlobalSF – a business network creating connections for San Francisco companies expanding abroad, as well as attracting other businesses to set up shop in the dynamic Bay Area. We met Darlene during the foodtech conference Big Meet in Stockholm. What similarities and opportunities can we find between the two business regions, what is cooking in the SF foodtech cluster, and how can the sector evolve even faster with some true cross-Atlantic collaboration? // Recorded at Epicenter in Stockholm. // Podcast host: Christian von Essen // Check out hejaframtiden.se for more information about the...
2022-09-1508 minGlobalSF : So FutureThe Future of SustainabilityIn this episode, GlobalSF spoke with Villa Copenhagen's Nadia Benouddane and Chef Per Voss Kjærgaard along with award winning Bay Area chef and author, Tanya Holland. GlobalSF is thrilled to have partnered with Villa CPH during their Nordic Food Innovation Tour, including a collaboration between Chef Tanya and Per on a Nordic California Soul dinner. Listen as they discuss the challenges of running a profitable business while remaining aligned with the UN SDGS, and as they share advice for others trying to balance sustainable luxury and hospitality.
2022-08-2527 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Director of Bakar Bioenginuity Hub, QB3-BerkeleyIn today’s episode, Darlene and Bruce talk with David Schaffer, the incoming Director of QB3 (the life science consortium of UC Berkeley, UCSF and UC Santa Cruz), on the origins of QB3, its role in generating research in some of the most challenging areas in biotech today, the challenges of making life sciences research available to companies and eventually to the public, and QB3's place at the center of the Bay Area’s biotech ecosystem.
2022-06-2424 min
Belly2BellySelectUSA 2022 Preparation: A Visit with Darlene Bryant, Executive Director, GlobalSFDarlene Bryant, GlobalSF, dchiubryant@globalsf.bizhttps://www.globalsf.biz/Spinoff event, SelectSF, https://www.globalsf.biz/select-usa-sf-spinoff--SelectUSA Summit, June 26-29, 2022, https://www.selectusasummit.us/--Bill Kenney, bill@meetroi.comMEET, http://meetroi.com/
2022-04-1209 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of Georgia in San FranciscoIn today’s episode, we are delighted to have the Honorable, Levan Beridze, Consul General of Georgia in San Francisco.
Listen in as the Consul General shares Georgia’s economic development and business environment, as well as Georgia’s perspective on regional economic expansion and the strengthening of the transport and transit corridors for additional energy independence and regional economic security.
Also, with regard to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Consul General also illustrates the effects of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine on regional trade, commerce and economic cooperation.
2022-03-3023 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of Japan in San FranciscoGlobalSF congratulates the people of Japan on the occasion of their National Foundation Day, which was on February 11, as well as the 62nd birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan on February 23. In today’s episode, we are delighted to have the Honorable, Hiroshi Kawamura, Consul General of Japan in San Francisco.
Listen in as the Consul General shares the mission and goals of the office, as well as the industry focuses of Japan.
2022-03-1516 min
GlobalSF : So FutureGlobal Trends Transforming the Food and Beverage IndustryThe pandemic drastically changed the direction the food and beverage industry was going. Supply chain crisis and inflation are some of the illustrations of how the pandemic transformed the entire industry.
In today’s episode, we are excited to have George Chen, Founder of China Live San Francisco, a culinary and cultural destination in the heart of San Francisco's Chinatown. Listen in as George shared his thoughts about the global food industry changes as well as his upcoming innovative projects.
2022-03-0222 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of Malaysia in Los AngelesGlobalSF welcomed California’s new and first female Consul General of Malaysia in Los Angeles, Mrs. Anil Fahriza Adenan who commenced her term of service last October.
Listen-in as the Consul General reveals the goals and future plans for the Consulate General of Malaysia in Los Angeles, focusing in particular on business and trade, as well as on cultural development.
2022-02-1625 min
GlobalSF : So Future2021 Covid related transformations open up an exciting 2022In today’s episode, Dr. N. Bruce Pickering, Senior Policy Advisor of GlobalSF is joined by Laura Jenkins, Director of Partnerships of GlobalSF, to share about the accomplishments GlobalSF has made to foster the growth of California’s economy.
Listen in as we reflect on 2021, despite the pandemic being ever-present, how GlobalSF connected the dots around the globe through the 2021 Grand Challenge, GlobalSF’s newest initiative: GlobalSF Women, as well as the upcoming innovation tours that GlobalSF is helping with a regenerative sustainable economic garden in San Francisco.
2021-12-1420 min
GlobalSF : So FutureLet’s Discover Fair Trade Coffee with Progeny CoffeeAccording to Fairtrade International data, an estimated 1.6 billion cups of coffee are brewed every single day, while coffee farmers are stuck in a poverty loop selling their coffees 20% below margin. In today's episode, we are delighted to have Maria Palacio, Co-founder and CEO of Progeny Coffee.
Progeny Coffee is a fair trade coffee brand which aims to provide a high-end customer experience and takes care of its farmers. Tune in and listen to the story behind Progeny Coffee and how Progeny born from the necessity to fix a broken coffee chain. Shop for the fair trade coffee...
2021-11-3019 min
GlobalSF : So FutureLet’s Discover Japanese Sake with KurashuIn today's episode, we are delighted to have Benjamin Knopp, Representative Director of Kurashu, one of our partners of the Food Innovation Tour to Japan which will take place in September 2022, to tell us more about Japanese sake.
Kurashu is a platform for people to easily discover and experience their perfect sake flavor profile and for small, high quality breweries located throughout Japan to connect and understand their customers better. Find your perfect sake match and learn all about the product, the people, and breweries here: www.kurashu.jp
The world of Sake may be...
2021-11-1715 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in San FranciscoCircular economy has been a crucial topic of discussion in recent years all over the globe while the Netherlands aims to achieve a fully circular economy by 2050. In today's episode, we are delighted to have the Honorable Dirk Janssen, Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in San Francisco.
Listen-in as the Consul General shares the ambition of the Dutch economy to be entirely circular as well as the role of his office in building connections for the Dutch technology innovation community in Silicon Valley.
2021-11-0325 min
GlobalSF : So FutureInterim Homeless Housing: Realizing Immediate Impact to Housing the HomelessHomelessness, one of the top priorities for the city and state government to address, has been a crisis for the State of California for years. Interim supportive housing is an effective and cost efficient homeless housing solution that helps reduce homeless encampments and restores dignity.
In this episode, GlobalSF welcomes Elizabeth Funk, Founder & Executive Chairman Of The Board of DignityMoves as well as Executive Director, Sharon Lai. Listen as we learn about the first impact investment fund focused on transitional homelessnesss solutions, their scalable interim homeless housing solutions, and how you can get involved.
2021-10-2222 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of Germany in San FranciscoGlobalSF congratulates the people of Germany on the occasion of their National Day, known as Unity Day, which was on Sunday October 3. In today’s episode, we are delighted to have the Honorable Oliver Schramm, Consul General of Germany in San Francisco.
Listen in as the Consul General shares the mission and goals of the office, as well as the German business footprint in the United States. The Consulate would like to also share that they have a weekly podcast program at www.radiogoethe.org to tell the fascinating stories of Germans coming to San Francisco in th...
2021-10-1517 min
GlobalSF : So FutureLet’s Dive Into Global Supply Chain DisruptionSupply chains have been severely disrupted all around the world. Global challenges such as the pandemic, the US-China trade war, and terrorism have tested the ingenuity, resiliency and flexibility of supply chain leaders, as they have sought to maintain essential operations.
In this episode, Dr. N. Bruce Pickering, Senior Policy Advisor of GlobalSF and Mr. Hans Galland, CEO & Founder of Haulistix as well as Co-chair of the GlobalSF board discuss how to maintain an open flow of logistics under the acute disruption of supply chains. Listen in to learn more about the roles of the governments and...
2021-10-0826 min
GlobalSF : So FutureLet’s Learn More About Hong Kong, the Pearl of the EastHong Kong has been renowned for being one of the world's most prosperous economies and a hub for international trade and investment. Hong Kong is also an art & cultural center that nurtures outstanding talents and possesses world-class art facilities.
In today’s episode, we are excited to have Ms. Jacko Tsang, Director of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in San Francisco, which is dedicated to promoting economic and trade connections between Hong Kong and the 19 states of the Western United States. Listen & learn more about the goals of the office as well as the upcoming webinar in...
2021-10-0118 min
GlobalSF : So FutureNew Trends in the Food & Beverage Industry Since the PandemicThe Food & Beverage Industry was one of the sectors that were most disrupted by the pandemic. Cities in lockdown facilitate the food delivery service industry while restaurants suffer from suspending dine-in services.
In today’s episode, we are excited to have Mr. Hanson Li, Founder of Salt Partners Group, which is a development and investment company focused on the food and beverage industry. Listen in to learn more about Hanson’s first-hand experience of the major changes in foodservice trends.
2021-09-2420 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of Mexico in San FranciscoGlobalSF congratulates the people of Mexico on the occasion of their National Day, which was on Thursday September 16. In today’s episode, we are excited to have the Honorable Remedios Gomez Arnau, Consul General of Mexico in San Francisco.
The Consulate General of Mexico in San Francisco was the first Mexican consulate office opened in the West Coast of the United States. Listen in as the Consul General shares with us more on the mission of the consulate office as well as economic achievements of Mexico and the exciting news of an upcoming economic delegation to San Fr...
2021-09-1722 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of Brazil in San FranciscoGlobalSF congratulates the people of Brazil on the occasion of their National Day, which was on Tuesday, September 7. In today’s episode, we are excited to have the Honorable Ambassador Mr. Adalnio Senna Ganem, Consul General of Brazil in San Francisco.
One of the similarities between the economy of Brazil and California is that both put emphasis on the agriculture industry. Listen in as the Consul General shares with us more on Brazil regarding the aircraft and agricultural development as well as the environmental efforts in reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
2021-09-0923 min
GlobalSF : So FutureInsights from Coyote Ventures: Investing in Women’s Health and WellnessInsights from Coyote Ventures: Investing in Women’s Health and Wellness - A $1T+ market in 2027
Women’s health and wellness are being considered now more than ever. The female technology (femtech) industry is an emerging global market and Femtech companies are sharply on the rise thanks to the awareness of addressing the needs of women.
In today’s episode, we are excited to have Ms. Jessica Karr and Dr. Brittany Barreto, who are the founders and General Partners of Coyote Ventures. Coyote Ventures is a $10M seed-stage venture fund in the United States investing in comp...
2021-09-0319 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of Uruguay in San FranciscoGlobalSF congratulates the people of Uruguay on the occasion of their National Day, which was on Wednesday August 25. In today’s episode, we are excited to have the Honorable Mr. Ignacio Gonzalez, Consul General of Uruguay in San Francisco.
The Uruguayan Consulate in San Francisco was established in 2019. The office intends to act as a bridge not only between Uruguay and the United States but also technology & software innovation spaces as well. Listen in as the Consul General introduces Uruguay in a broad dimension and reveals his goals for one of San Francisco’s newest consulates.
2021-08-2621 min
GlobalSF : So FutureLooking at San Diego with a Fresh AngleSan Diego may be well known for its beaches and wonderful weather, but some may not know that it is also a hub for biotech, pharmaceutical research and innovation.
In today’s episode, we have Dr. Mary Walshok, Associate Vice Chancellor of Public Programs at the University of California San Diego, who also concurrently serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Sociology. Dr. Walshok joins Dr. N. Bruce Pickering, Senior Policy Advisor of GlobalSF to share with us their thoughts on San Diego. Dr. Walshok also explains how California has become a future-focus state.
2021-08-1924 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIs China Moving Forward?In the previous weeks, the Chinese government made several announcements that it would have firmer control over its Finance, Energy and Tech industries. The crackdown of technology giants, for instance Tencent and DiDi has been a controversial topic all around the world.
In today’s episode, we have Dr. N. Bruce Pickering, Senior Policy Advisor of GlobalSF to share his view on China’s economy. Darlene and Bruce also discussed China’s challenges with its "free market economy". We continue to watch how everything will play out.
2021-08-1317 min
GlobalSF : So FutureIn Conversation with the Consul General of Peru in San FranciscoGlobalSF congratulates the people of Peru on the occasion of their National Day, which this year July 28, commemorates the Bicentennial since Peru's proclamation of Independence. In today’s episode, we are excited to have the Honorable Mr. Hernando Torres-Fernández, Consul General of Peru in San Francisco.
Listen in as the Consul General reveals his goals and mission which would be accomplished in multi-dimensional fields across the consular jurisdiction. The Consul General also shared his view on the similarity between San Francisco and Lima, which is the capital and the largest city of Peru. Learn about some of...
2021-08-0518 min
GlobalSF : So FutureGlobalSF-Nestlé Waste Reduction PilotGlobalSF and Nestlé have aligned the City of San Francisco's goal to reduce landfill waste by 50% by 2030 with Nestlé’s ambition for none of its packaging - including plastics - to end up in landfill or as litter by 2025.
The pressure is on for companies to find transformative sustainable packaging solutions that customers want to use. In this episode, we hear directly from Allie Buff, Sustainability Marketing Manager, Nestlé and Marian McMillion, Global Digital Innovation - Nestle’s Silicon Valley Innovation Outpost about Nestlé’s vision for a circular economy and how they plan to reach their ambitious...
2021-07-3010 min
GlobalSF : So FutureThe Upcoming Economic Development in CaliforniaRegarding California’s economic development the office of the Treasurer always takes a vital role as the state’s banker that protects our communities. In today’s episode, we are excited to have the Honorable Fiona Ma, CPA, California State Treasurer as our guest speaker joined by Dr. N. Bruce Pickering, Senior Policy Advisor, GlobalSF.
Treasurer Ma shared several concurrent projects which the California government is undertaking, including the infrastructure, electric car charging stations, and affordable housing projects in order to maintain the competitiveness of California against other states. Treasurer Ma also shared with us her vision of an i...
2021-07-2321 min
GlobalSF : So FutureTrends Driving the New Post-Pandemic WorkplaceThe GlobalSF team was back in the office for the first time since the pandemic. It was great to have the team meet face-to-face, brainstorming and connecting with each other. However, as the world moves forward, the future of the workplace is looking more like virtual offices.
In today’s episode, we have Dr. N. Bruce Pickering, Senior Policy Advisor of GlobalSF to share the accelerating trends of the new post-pandemic workplace in terms of mobility, form of meetings and workers’ health & well-being. Advantages and drawbacks of the post-pandemic offices were also discussed.
2021-07-1613 min
GlobalSF : So FutureCalifornia and Its ChallengesCalifornia has always been a State on the forefront of innovation and technology. However, California faces many challenges in terms of legislation, economy, society and environment. There is still a great disparity between the rich and the poor, a shortage of affordable housing, and climate change seems to bring about more devastating fires.
In this episode, we have Dr. N. Bruce Pickering, Senior Policy Advisor of GlobalSF to share his view of California's current challenges and the reasons why those issues exist. To further study about what California is encountering, the six-session GlobalSF New Economy Conference, which...
2021-07-0917 min
GlobalSF : So FutureGlobalSF Welcomes the Consulate General of Georgia in San FranciscoGeorgia, one of the oldest countries in the world, is also a rising hub for trade and commerce. GlobalSF welcomes the Consulate General of Georgia in San Francisco which officially opened in September 2020. In today’s episode, we are excited to have the Honorable Levan Beridze, Consul General of Georgia in San Francisco, with us. Consul General Beridze introduced Georgia by providing an overview of Georgia's economy and a brief history. He further shared the goals and future plans of the Consulate General of Georgia as being the first representation of Georgia in the West Coast of the United St...
2021-07-0220 min
GlobalSF : So FutureLet's Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Philippines-U.S. RelationsIn today’s episode, we are so excited to have the Honorable Mr. Neil Frank R. Ferrer, Consul General of the Republic of the Philippines in San Francisco with us. Aligning with the reopening of California last week, The Consul General announced that the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco has resumed most of the in-person services, as well as consular outreach services across the consular jurisdiction. He liberally shared his future plans within his upcoming term of service, including the partnership with GlobalSF assisting start-up businesses and interested investors from the Philippines to grow in the U.S., an...
2021-06-2513 min
GlobalSF : So FutureReady to Conquer the Coronavirus Pandemic with GlobalSFSan Francisco was one of the first cities in the world to implement a stay-at-home order. Businesses all over the world experienced a severely hard time during the coronavirus lockdown. With the State of California announcing its reopening in June, there is much to be excited about, and much work to be done to help rebuild and recover.
In this episode, Darlene Chiu Bryant, Executive Director of GlobalSF discusses the positive economic impacts brought to businesses in the State of California, thanks to the reopening. Investors and entrepreneurs from overseas are excited to return and to develop...
2021-06-1804 min
GlobalSF : So FutureCalifornia's Ability To Fail—And To LeadThe six-part GlobalSF New Economy Conference has just concluded this week. We looked at and addressed the unique challenges and opportunities California is facing in the post-pandemic world. Where do we go from here? We will continue to engage the state's policy-makers, including the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the State Treasurer, and the State Senate Majority Leader, as well as the executive staff including those at the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR).
To watch all six sessions, go to https://www.globalsf.biz/new-economy-conference
2021-06-1114 min
GlobalSF : So FutureConnectivity: Bridging the Chasm between Central Valley and the Bay AreaOur guest for this episode:
Dr. Jeffrey Michael is Executive Director of the Center for Business and Policy Research in the Eberhardt School of Business and Professor of Public Policy in the McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific.
Check out the concluding session of GlobalSF New Economy Conference—'The New California Economy: Where do we go from here?' at https://www.globalsf.biz/session-6-nec. Join us on June 9 at 10 am PST in a conversation chaired by California Senate Majority Leader Robert Hertzberg, with California Treasurer Fiona Ma, distinguished economist Laura Tyson, and McKinsey Global Inst...
2021-06-0415 min
GlobalSF : So FutureWhy ‘California Competes’ Is More Than Just a Tax CreditDiscussing the California Competes Tax Credit with BPM’s Abe Valdez Bravo, Sven Jost and Kathy Wong.
On one level, the California Competes Tax Credit is like any government incentive designed to attract economic investment in California. But for savvy business leaders, it can also be a lot more than that. On this episode of the podcast, guests Abe Valdez Bravo, Senior Lead Economist at BPM LLP, Sven A. Jost, Transfer Pricing Practice Leader and Economic Consulting Practice Co-Leader at BPM, and Kathy Wong, Tax Partner at BPM, explain why California Competes is really a business opportunity fo...
2021-05-2721 min
GlobalSF : So FutureCalifornia Always Leads—But Where To?In this episode, Darlene and Bruce provide a recap the New Economy Conference. Recordings of session 1 through session 5 are now available online at:
Session 1: Addressing Challenges and Opportunities Post Covid in California https://www.globalsf.biz/nec-opening-session
Session 2: The International Dimension https://www.globalsf.biz/session-2-nec
Session 3: Investing in the New Economy and Keeping Businesses in California https://www.globalsf.biz/session-3-nec
Session 4: Sustainability and Urbanism https://www.globalsf.biz/session-4-nec
Session 5: Navigating Chinese Investment, Trade, and Technology https://www.globalsf.biz/session-5-nec
2021-05-2114 min
GlobalSF : So FutureWhy can't California disappoint—salvaging the 'tarnished' California brandNew Economy Conference Recap with Darlene Chiu Bryant and N. Bruce Pickering, Ph.D.
In this episode of the GlobalSF podcast, Darlene and Bruce share their biggest takeaways from the first four sessions of the New Economy Conference and give a preview of next week’s final session—Navigating Chinese Trade, Investment, and Technology.
Housing, infrastructure, education, workforce development, and climate change have figured prominently throughout the conference with an emphasis on equity, sustainability, and resiliency through a region-up approach.
Join us next week for the 5th session of the New Economy Conference—Naviga...
2021-05-1417 min
GlobalSF : So FutureCalifornia Gov. Newsom, Lt. Gov. Kounalakis, Treasurer Ma at GlobalSF New Economy ConferenceSign up for our next session on #urbanism and #sustainability on Wednesday May 12 at 10AM PST at https://www.globalsf.biz/session-4-nec. Join us on a journey to understand the impacts of Covid on urban planning in California led by Kate Gordon, Senior Advisor to the Governor on Climate. Speakers include regional economic development expert Kevin Klowden from the Milken Institute, real estate expert Lydia Tan with 30 years of experience, and city innovation activist Peter Hirshberg.
2021-05-0715 min
GlobalSF : So FutureCombating California Exodus—with State Treasurer Fiona MaRegister for the new economy conference at https://www.globalsf.biz/session-3-nec
Darlene and Bruce recap Session 2 of the New Economy Conference and share their key takeaways from the conference so far. This week’s session featured California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis; Oxford University Professor of Globalization and Development Ian Goldin; Supply Chain Consultant and former Director at the World Economic Forum Wolfgang Lehmacher; Haulistix CEO and Co-Founder Hans Galland; and Blue Diamond Growers CEO Mark Jansen. The panel discussed the risks and rewards of global engagement and how California can be a leader in promoting more...
2021-04-3013 min
GlobalSF : So FutureCalifornia's place in the future of global supply chainsAs we kick off our opening session of the New Economy Conference with a conversation with Nobel Prize winner Michael Spence, Director of McKinsey Global Institute Jonathan Woetzel, and Paul Granillo, head of regional economic Inland Empire Economic Partnership, we dived deep into the intertwined concepts of economic recovery and economic justice, bringing prosperity to not just San Francisco or Los Angeles but the whole state of California.
Coming to you next week, we bring you a discussion around the global supply/value chains and California's place there. We get to the heart of the problem as we...
2021-04-2214 min
GlobalSF : So FutureThe New Economy Conference—What to Expect, and Why You Should JoinIn this episode of the GlobalSF : So Future New Economy Series podcast, Darlene Chiu Bryant, Executive Director, and Bruce Pickering, Senior Policy Advisor, give a preview of the upcoming New Economy Conference. They’ll tell us what to expect from an impressive collection of moderators and panelists representing government, private industry, academia, and the non-profit sector from all parts of California and beyond.
Join Senate Majority Leader Robert Hertzberg and Governor Gavin Newson in our New Economy Conference co-hosted by GlobalSF and GO-Biz (Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development). Visit globalsf.biz to get your seat at...
2021-04-1605 min
GlobalSF : So FutureNew Economy Series Part VI – California's role in the future of supply chainsIn this episode of the Global:SF podcast, the sixth in a series on the New Economy, we speak with Wolfgang Lehmacher, former Director of Supply Chain and Transport Industries at the World Economic Forum, and Hans Galland, CEO of Haulistix. Wolfgang and Hans share their thoughts on California’s role in developing more efficient and sustainable supply chains and how such linkages might effect incomes and cost of living in California.
About our speaker:
Wolfgang Lehmacher
Supply Chain and Technology Strategist, Operating Partner, Industrial Innovation Partners, Anchor Group
Wolfgang Le...
2021-04-0922 min
GlobalSF : So FutureNew Economy Series Part V – The International Dimension: Redefining the California Brand in the New EconomyIn this episode of the Global:SF podcast, the fifth in a series on the New Economy, we speak with Stephen Cheung, Chief Operating Officer of the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation. Stephen shares his thoughts on the impact of Covid-19 on the Southern California economy and suggests growth areas for statewide cooperation.
2021-04-0220 min
GlobalSF : So FutureNew Economy Series Part IV - Navigating the Complexities of the US-China Relationship after CovidIn this episode of the Global:SF podcast, the fourth in a series on the New Economy, we speak with Wenli Wang, Partner at MossAdams, and Jennifer Choo, Associate Director of the Stanford China Program. Wenli and Jennifer share their thoughts on trends and developments surrounding the complex and multifaceted relationship between China and the United States and California’s role therein.
2021-03-2622 min
GlobalSF : So FutureNew Economy Series Part III – Rediscovering and Reimagining California's Place in the WorldIn this episode of the Global:SF podcast, the third in a series on the New Economy, we speak with Mark Chandler, Director of Global Engagement for the City of San Francisco, on the evolving role of subnational actors in international trade and diplomacy. Mark discusses opportunities for a deepening of economic, cultural, and social ties among the world’s leading cities in the aftermath of the pandemic and isolationist foreign policy of the previous administration.
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2021-03-1921 min
GlobalSF : So FutureNew Economy Series Part II - How has the pandemic influenced foreign investment in California?In this episode of the Global:SF podcast, the second in a series on the New Economy, we speak with David Nieh, co-founder and managing director of Clear Peak Development, on Chinese investment in California. David discusses the micro and macroeconomic effects of the pandemic on Chinese investment strategies in California. From changes to urban and suburban living to decisions in Beijing, Chinese investors are navigating an increasingly complex environment with implications both globally and locally here in California.
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2021-03-1219 min
Entrepreneurial Thinkers with Rob RyanEp 14. JOLYNN VALLEJO - "Building Bridges between LatAm and Silicon Valley, an insiders view from San Francisco in 2021"On this episode, Ileana and Rob are joined by Jolynn Vallejo, (recently) former Director of LatinSF, an innovative collaboration between GlobalSF & the City of San Francisco. She is an accomplished Economic Development leader, with an expertise in building bridges between Silicon Valley/Bay Area and Latin America. Jolynn is a powerhouse. A musician, relationship builder and single Girl Mom with an incredible story as an Ecuadorian American. She has deep roots and love for her home city of San Francisco, as well as the country of some of her most formative years, Ecuador! An accomplished student of both the Berklee...
2021-03-0934 min
GlobalSF : So FutureNew Economy Series Part I - Reimagining California with Micah Weinberg, CEO of California ForwardIn this episode of the Global:SF podcast, the first in a series on the New Economy, we speak with Micah Weinberg, CEO of California Forward, on the challenges and opportunities related to the Covid-19 pandemic. Micah Weinberg is CEO of California Forward, a statewide nonprofit leading a movement to improve government and create inclusive, sustainable growth for everyone in all of the state’s regions. Micah shares his thoughts on reimagining and reforming an economy that promotes equity while reducing red tape. He’ll also tell us what he considers the biggest problem California must fix before it can...
2021-03-0419 min
GlobalSF : So FutureLet's talk about the Silicon Valley exodusIn this episode, you will hear about the exodus from the San Francisco Bay Area and from California — and how California has always transformed itself in the face of challenges, from the gold rush, to Hollywood, to Silicon Valley. What made us "Silicon" Valley - companies like Oracle and HP - might decide to leave, but a new generation of innovative companies - the Twitter and the Salesforce out there - is here to stay. More importantly, the entrepreneurial spirit of the city — the 7 by 7 square miles of innovation hub — is here to stay with the founders, the investors, and co...
2021-02-2610 min
GlobalSF : So FutureGlobalSF Women Showcase - Pauline Ang, Founder and CT(ea)O of Twrl M!lk Tea™Listen to this episode and subscribe to GlobalSF So: Future podcast for more episodes to come!
In this episode, we celebrate the brand Twrl M!lk Tea which just debuted this month and is now available to order online as well as Pauline Ang, the female founder behind the brand who took her idea to production and direct-to-consumer distribution within one year.
Twrl M!lk Tea™ was founded on an obsession to make a drink we loved even better. The result: a great tasting plant-based m!lk tea that is better-for-you without compromising on ingredients an...
2021-02-2009 min
GlobalSF : So FutureYear of the Ox: GlobalSF wishes you good tidings! (English and Mandarin)On Feb 12 2021, we march into a new Lunar Year, the year of the Ox. GlobalSF executive director Darlene Chiu Bryant sends warm wishes in both English and Mandarin.
2021-02-0905 min
GlobalSF : So FutureAnnouncing GlobalSF-Berkeley SkyDeck partnership, introducing the Global Innovation Program (GIP)For more information on GIP, visit https://www.globalsf.biz/globalsf-skydeck.
GlobalSF is launching our So: Future podcast! We are so excited to have George Panagiotakopoulos, Director of Global Innovation & Partnerships at Berkeley SkyDeck with us to talk about the opportunities SkyDeck provides for startups and the unique Global Innovation Program (GIP) under the GlobalSF-SkyDeck partnership.
Check out our podcast as Laura Jenkins, Director of Partnerships at GlobalSF talked to George about:
02:00 "Global First" Growth with SkyDeck
04:25 Specialized Tracks at SkyDeck for Niche Technologies
06:09 The Gravitational Pull of Silicon Valley on F...
2021-02-0515 min
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