{"title":"Ken Wilcox","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the works of \u003cem\u003eKen Wilcox\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author in the realm of Finance \u0026amp; Investment. Known for his engaging writing style and deep insights, Wilcox provides a comprehensive understanding of complex financial landscapes, with a particular focus on international markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe China Business Conundrum\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a captivating analysis of the intricate dynamics of doing business in China. It is a must-read for anyone interested in global finance, offering strategies to navigate the challenges and opportunities within the Chinese market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough his books, Ken Wilcox combines his profound knowledge of financial systems with real-world examples, making his collections both educational and accessible. Whether you're a seasoned investor or new to the financial sector, Wilcox's works are designed to inform and enlighten.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-china-business-conundrum-by-ken-wilcox-9781394294169","title":"The China Business Conundrum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevealing account of the struggles and surprises when forming a financial joint venture with China\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe China Business Conundrum: Ensure That Win-Win Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice\u003c\/i\u003e describes former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) Ken Wilcox's firsthand challenges he encountered in four years “on the ground” trying to establish a joint venture between SVB and the Chinese government to fund local innovation design—and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) efforts to systematically sabotage the project and steal SVB's business model. This book provides actionable advice drawn from meticulous notes Wilcox took from interviews with people from all walks of Chinese life, including Party and non-Party members, the business elite, and domestic workers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescribing a China he found fascinating and maddeningly complex, this book explores topics including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDifficulties in transplanting SVB's model to China, from misunderstandings about titles and responsibilities to pitched battles over toilet design\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEthics and practices widely adopted by Chinese businesses today and why China must be met with realistic expectations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWilcox's own honest missteps and the painfully learned lessons that came afterwards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngrossing, enlightening, and entertaining, \u003ci\u003eThe China Business Conundrum: Ensure That Win-Win Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential cautionary tale and guidebook for all Western bankers, C-suite executives, consultants, and entrepreneurs seeking to do business within China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000771100908,"sku":"9781394294169","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11481333482684.jpg?v=1763303419"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ken-wilcox.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}