An American in Shanghai: Life in the Fast Lane

The Long Beach - Qingdao Sister City Association presents a special evening with Jim (James) Rice.

Jim Rice serves as Vice President of the Dutch food company CSM nv and CEO for the company’s operations in Greater China. He joined the company in March 2010 and has been in China since 1987.

Prior to joining CSM, James was the President of Tyson Foods operations in China. His career in China included roles as Plant Manager, Sales Director, and General Manager with leading consumer products companies.

Jim served as a member of the Board of Governors of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai for 4 years from 2007 to 2010. He currently serves on the Advisory Board of the University of Southern California Global Executive MBA Program, and as Head Road Captain of Harley Owner's Group Shanghai Chapter. When not at work, you can find him on a motorcycle somewhere in China!

Jim's Talk will highlight:

• The first-ever Shanghai HOGS (Harley Owners Group) ride from Shanghai to Qingdao—he’s not your average corporate executive!

•  A forthcoming Hollywood film, “Americatown, Shanghai” starring “Big Love’s” Bill Paxton=(www.americatownshanghai.com)

Join us to hear the latest: What is the pulse of the Chinese regarding Americans today? What are the best opportunities for U.S. products in the world’s fastest-growing markets? How can Americans get a share of the jobs, investments, and other opportunities in China now? No one
knows the answers better than Jim Rice, Governor, American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai.

FREE PARKING available BEHIND the building on Seaside Way in the parking garage.

Seating is limited - Register Here!