Newswise — Irvine, CA – (November 16, 2015) The UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business Center for Global Leadership has joined The Economist Events as a supporting association for the Cuba Summit to be held December 3, 2015 at the Four Seasons Hotel, 2800 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington D.C. With in-depth insight and analysis and a distinctly global perspective, the Cuba Summit will explore the most pressing issues facing potential investors in Cuba.
Participants will hear from Economist editors, senior leaders and those most familiar with Cuba to learn how to navigate the short- and long-term risks and opportunities of doing business there. Featured Cuba Summit topics include:• A look at Cuba's political and macro-economic environment.• Navigating the financial landscape: Transitioning from the dual currency system• Foreign experience of economic reform—lessons for Cuba• Repercussions of changes in foreign policy and their impact on investment• The outlook for infrastructure: Opportunities through PPPs• Start-up Cuba! Exploring the potential of Cuba’s unique labor market• The risks in expanding to Cuban markets• Lessons to be learned from current companies active in Cuba, for those considering entering the market
Join business leaders from across the world who are watching Cuba closely to assess new market opportunities that could arise. To date, foreign businesses operating in Cuba have faced many restrictions, which have prevented them from responding quickly to emerging opportunities. A 2014 reform to the foreign investment law improved some terms for foreign investors and signaled an increase in official interest in expanding the scale and scope of foreign business involvement. In this context, a shift in US-Cuban relations will give a further boost to Cuba’s integration with the global economy, opening a new frontier for international companies.
To register for the Cuba Summit or for more information, call 212-541-0539 or visit: economist.com/events-conferences/americas/cuba-2015. Save $400 on the standard registration rate by using the special promotional code: CFG400.
About The Paul Merage School of Business at UC Irvine The Paul Merage School of Business at UC Irvine offers four dynamic MBA programs, a Master of Professional Accountancy, Master of Science in Biotechnology Management, Master of Science in Engineering Management, and PhD and undergraduate business degrees that deliver its thematic approach to business education: sustainable growth through strategic innovation. The school graduates leaders with the exceptional ability to help grow their organizations through analytical decision-making, innovation and collaborative execution. In-class and on-site experiences with real-world business problems give students the edge needed to help companies compete in today’s global economy.
Seven Centers of Excellence and an Executive Education program provide numerous and varied opportunities for students and the business community at large to enhance their education experience and update their professional expertise. The Merage School consistently ranks among the top 5-10 percent of all AACSB-accredited programs through exceptional student recruitment, world-class faculty, a strong alumni network and close individual and corporate relationships. For more information, visit: merage.uci.edu. ###
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