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UBC Sauder Leadership Series: Straight Talk on the Hard Stuff

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Join UBC Sauder Dean Darren Dahl for "Leadership: Straight Talk on the Hard Stuff"

Gain candid insights on leadership challenges and growth from Dean Darren Dahl, followed by a panel discussion on leadership in the global expansion of Chinese enterprises. This event is a unique opportunity to learn from experts and network with industry professionals!

Key Sessions:

Leadership: Straight Talk on the Hard Stuff 

In any organization, taking a significant role as leader involves both successes and failures. Good learning and professional growth can be defined in both instances. A candid discussion will provide useful takeaways to utilize in your own leadership journey. After three years in the Dean role at UBC Sauder, Darren will give an inside look at lessons learned.

Panel Discussion | GLOCALization in Leadership: Leadership for Chinese Enterprises in the Global Market

​​UBC Sauder alumni and industry leaders will discuss leadership in the context of Chinese enterprises going global. They will share their experiences, challenges, and success strategies, providing valuable insights to help businesses and professionals achieve greater success in global expansion.

Event Agenda:

1:30 – 2:00 pm Check-in
2:00 – 2:05 pm Welcome and UBC Sauder Introduction
2:05 – 2:55 pm Leadership: Straight Talk on the Hard Stuff
2:55 – 3:30 pm GLOCALization in Leadership: Leadership for Chinese Enterprises in the Global Market
3:30 – 4:00 pm Networking

Speaker

Darren Dahl

Dr. Darren Dahl

Dean & Innovate BC Professor, UBC Sauder

Globally recognized for work in strategic marketing, entrepreneurship, creativity, and social influence. Award-winning academic, past recipient of the Killam Research Prize and 3M Teaching Fellowship. Ranked #1 professor worldwide for marketing research by AMA.

Panelists

Hao Lei

Hao Lei

UBC IMBA 2023 | General Manager of Fit Great Network Technology

Jane Yang

Jane Yang

UBC MBA 2005 | EY Greater China Government & Public Service Market Segment Leader

Patrick Ye

Patrick Ye

UBC IMBA 2014 | Vice General Manager of ZEGA Machinery

Freeman Xu

Freeman Xu

General Manager of eBay Asia-Pacific Business Analytics Center