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An Entrepreneur in Asia by Irl Davis Why Read This Book What is happening in Asia is by far the most important development in the world today. Nothing else comes close...for the entire planet. The modernization of Asia will forever reshape the world as we move toward the next millennium. -John Naisbitt, Megatrends Asia -Do you want to know about the practical side of doing business in China? -Are you planning to expand internationally? -Do you feel that you must remain competitive in today's marketplace? -Are you considering expanding your product lines? If you answered yes to one or all of the above questions, then Irl Davis, founder and CEO of A/D Electronics Hong Kong, Ltd., has the book for you. An Entrepreneur in Asia: A Personal Journey of Global Proportions is a must-read guide for every businessperson wanting to expand to the international marketplace! Why An Entrepreneur in Asia? Consider the following: China is currently the fastest growing consumer economy in Asia, and It is and the second largest world economy. (That's no typo, it is the second largest world economy.) In addition to China, other Asian economies are continuing to grow and expand their manufacturing operations. Collectively, the Southeast Asian and the China region offers a population of over 1.5 billion consumers, workers, and managers and is continuing to grow. Most Asian governments are stable and pro-business, and all are actively seeking foreign investment from companies like yours. But how do you go about it? How do you wrangle the proper paperwork, travel time, cultural differences, language barriers, and political land mines that are inherent in doing business overseas? To whom do you turn for help? Whom can you trust in a foreign land? Look no further, Irl Davis has been there and done that, and now he shares his expertise in his new book, An Entrepreneur in Asia. The An Entrepreneur in Asia also shares with readers the local customs that might trip them up if they're not properly informed and contains numerous personal anecdotes that are written in Irl Davis's no-nonsense style. Isn't it time you considered doing business in Asia? When you do, An Entrepreneur in Asia is your guidebook...

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Mr. Davis has over 30 years experience in Manufacturing, Operations, Sup-ply Chain and Marketing. Extensive experience in China, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Created and managed manufacturing facilities and distribu-tion locations throughout Asia. Marketed and sold electronic products and services in over 17 different countries. Companies call Mr. Davis when they need to develop strategies in emerging markets, creating manufacturing supply chains and to develop global busi-ness strategies. He offers an unique combination of Engineering Manage-ment, Law, International Business and Strategic Planning. Mr. Davis has worked with some of the leaders in the Manufacturing industry. Highlights of his career include: Appointed as a Washington State Trade Representative (2008) and assisted with the development and implementation of international trade, goodwill, and diplomatic efforts in coop-eration with the office of Lieutenant Governor for the State of Washington. Appointed by the Washington State Governor to serve on the Global Competitiveness Council. The council was convened by the Governor to identify ways to enhance Washington's competitiveness in the world marketplace and to help frame the future for Washington. Patent submitted in 2010 related to lasers and their portable applications. Awarded the Marco Polo award in 2005 for global success in International business. In 2005 (revised in 2013) authored The Entrepreneur in Asia a must-read guide for anyone wanting to expand into the international marketplace. In 2008 - 2010 Mr. Davis held the position of USA Representative of ISPAT, the Investment & Sup-port Agency of Turkey, that reported directly to the Prime Minister of Turkey. Specialties: Cross Cultural Negotiations, Foreign Manufacturing, Sourcing and Logistics. International business relationships, Chinese Business Law, Global Business Strategies

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