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The Negotiation

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Despite being the world’s most potent economic area, Asia can be one of the most challenging regions to navigate and manage well for foreign brands. However, plenty of positive stories exist and more are emerging every day as brands start to see success in engaging and deploying appropriate market growth strategies – with the help of specialists. The Negotiation is an interview show that showcases those hard-to-find success stories and chats with the incredible leaders behind them, teasing o ...
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Welcome to the Servant Leadership Lab podcast, where we explore the transformative power of servant leadership in the laboratory of life. In this podcast, we will delve into the philosophy and practice of servant leadership, a leadership approach that emphasizes the well-being and growth of individuals, teams, and organizations. We will explore how servant leadership can create a positive and empowering work environment, foster collaboration and innovation, and drive sustainable success. Whe ...
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Arda Ocal – ESPN NHL Host & The Drop Tyler Yaremchuk – OilersNation & Daily-Faceoff Colin Chaulk – Bakersfield Condors Head Coach Brody Clarke – Edmonton Stingers Forward AJ Jakubec – TSN 1200 Ottawa Host Mark Spector – Rogers Sportsnet Reporter Paul Sir – The Basketball Show Host The post July 10th, 2024 – Tyler Yaremchuk, Arda Ocal, & Colin Chaul…
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Jamie Thomas – Winnipeg Jets Team Reporter Sheng Peng – San Jose Hockey Now Wanye Gretz – OilersNation Andi Petrillo – CBC Sports and OneSoccer Mark Spector – Rogers Sportsnet Oilers Reporter Kevin Woodley – InGoal Magazine Cam Tait – Two Minute Warning The post July 8th, 2024 -Andi Petrillo, Kevin Woodley, Jamie Thomas appeared first on Jason Greg…
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Mike Wilner – Toronto Star Jays Reporter Lori Ann Muenzer – Olympic Gold Medalist Lance Lysowski – Buffalo News Sabres Reporter Danny Webster – Las Vegas Review Golden Knights Reporter Steve Hogle – Edmonton Riverhawks General Manager Craig Button – NHL on TSN Scout & Analyst Mark Spector – Rogers Sportsnet Oilers Reporter Allan Mitchell – The Lowd…
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Jimmy Howard – Former NHL Goaltender Doug McLean – Voice of the Edmonton Stingers Sean Campbell – TSN 690 Montreal Colin Livingston – CanTorque Race Report Jeff Paterson – Canucks Army & Rinkwide Vancouer Mark Spector – Rogers Sportsnet Oilers Reporter Rod Pedersen – Rod Pedersen Show Host The post July 4th , 2024 – Jeff Paterson, Jimmy Howard, & R…
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Tyler Yaremchuk – OilersNation Host Paul Sir – The Basketball Show Host James Hamblin – Oilers/Condors Forward Mike Rupp – Former NHL’er & NHL Network Analyst Geoff Baker – Seattle Times Kraken Reporter Mark Spector – Rogers Sportsnet Oilers Reporter Derek Van Diest – NHL.com Regional Writer The post July 3rd, 2024 – Tyler Yaremchuk, Mike Rupp, & G…
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley sits down with Zarina Kanji, WPIC’s newly appointed Managing Director for the UK and Europe. Zarina shares insights into her career, the evolving e-commerce landscape in China, and the promising opportunities for UK and European brands in APAC markets. The conversation begins with Zarina …
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Dennis Bernstein – The Fourth Period Mike Stubbs – London Knights Play by Play Dave McCarthy – SiriusXM NHL Host Trent Goudreau – Hockey Heroes Jason Strudwick – Former NHL’er & Edmonton Oiler Jeff Skinner – Edmonton Oilers Forward The post July 2nd, 2024 – Jeff Skinner, Dave McCarthy, & Jason Strudwick appeared first on Jason Gregor.…
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Dave Naylor – CFL on TSN Insider Cam Tait – Two Minute Warning Jordan Hall – NBC Philadelphia Flyers Reporter Ryan Pike – FlamesNation Writer Craig Button – NHL on TSN Analyst Mark Spector – Rogers Sportsnet Oilers Reporter Allan Mitchell – The Lowdown with Lowetide Host The post June 28th, 2024 – Dave Naylor, Craig Button, & Ryan Pike appeared fir…
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley welcomes Maren Steinnes, Co-founder and CEO of Fjorda, the innovative Norwegian supplements brand that has made a significant impact on the Chinese market. Maren shares the intriguing journey of Fjorda's entry into China, exploring the strategic decisions that led to its success and the b…
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley sits down with Julienna Law, Managing Editor at Jing Daily, to discuss the current state of luxury brands in China, evolving fashion trends, and the impact of cultural shifts on consumer behavior. The episode kicks off with Julienna sharing her journey into China-focused journalism and wh…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Brian Smith about the art of self-awareness and maximizing one's impact on those they lead. Brian Smith, PhD, (https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourbizdr/) stands at the helm of IA Business Advisors as its founder and senior managing partner. Having counseled over 20,000 global leaders, rangin…
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In this informative episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Olivia Plotnick, the founder of Wai Social and a renowned expert in China marketing. Since her last appearance on the podcast in 2020, the landscape of digital consumption in China has evolved significantly, and Olivia is here to shed light on the latest trends an…
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In this engaging episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley sits down with Joe Mazur, Senior Analyst at Trivium China, a research firm specializing in China’s politics and economy. Based in Beijing and with his finger on the pulse of US-China relations, Joe provides valuable insights into the current state of the bilateral relationship, a…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Angela Johnson about creating a collaborative leadership team. Angela Johnson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelajohnsonscrumtrainer/) is a successful entrepreneur, author, educator and coach who founded Collaborative Leadership Team in 2010. She mentors, trains and empowers people to use…
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Dean Diabate, an expert in the world of China e-commerce and Africa/EU-China trade relations. From his early career beginnings in Paris, Dean recounts his initial venture into China's burgeoning e-commerce sector, the pivotal transitions that led him to Alibaba, and the lesso…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Dr. Angela Schill talks with Thomas Ng about empowering marginalized communities. Thomas Ng is the founder of Genashtim, a for-profit social enterprise that aims to empower marginalized communities, through specialization in eLearning, Digitalization, and ESG services. His remarkable journey beg…
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Tom Parker, National CEO of the Australia China Business Council (ACBC), for an insightful discussion on the evolving dynamics of Australia-China relations and the expanding opportunities for Australian businesses in China. Tom begins by introducing ACBC, outlining its missio…
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley has an engaging conversation with Grace Wu, Director of Business for the Australia-China Culture and Language Advisory (ACCLA) and a notable lifestyle and education influencer on Little Red Book. Grace brings a unique perspective on the cultural and educational exchange between Australia …
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley welcomes Gerald Hoe, Head of Global Marketplace ROW at Coupang, one of South Korea's premier e-commerce platforms. With its customer-centric and innovative approach, Coupang has cemented its position as a leader in the South Korean digital marketplace. Gerald provides a comprehensive over…
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Leif Rogers and Gino Gordon of Red Phoenix Entertainment, a sports marketing agency facilitating the expansion of North American sports, athletes, and franchises into Asian markets. Leif, the Founder and CEO, alongside Gino, Chief Strategy Officer, share their unique insights…
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Global skiing participation is on the decline—but in one crucial market, skiing is perhaps the hottest recreational pastime, with millions of people taking up the sport in the last few years. That market is China. In this episode of The Negotiation, host Todd Embley welcomes back Justin Downes, who has led efforts to develop snow resorts across Chi…
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In our latest episode of The Negotiation podcast, we're excited to welcome back Mark Dreyer, a luminary in the world of sports in China. With the Paris Olympics on the horizon, Mark gives us a sneak peek into the key stories and athletes poised to make headlines for China in the upcoming summer games, and whether China is expected to dominate the m…
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, we're excited to have Crystal Tai, Senior Managing Editor at Jing Daily, rejoin us for a deep dive into evolving fashion and lifestyle trends in China. Jing Daily is the premier source for insights into China's digital consumption trends and luxury market, and Crystal brings her extensive expertise back t…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, Todd sits down with Filip Zieliński, a seasoned entrepreneur and long-time China resident with a wealth of experience across various industries, including green energy, tech, F&B, retail, and education. The conversation starts with a deep dive into China’s booming green energy space. Filip has had a front-row sea…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we welcome back to the show, Charles Lavoie, VP of Marketing & Head of Creative Labs at WPIC Marketing & Technologies and longtime guest of the pod. In our conversation, we explore the transformation that China's e-commerce scene has witnessed due to the rise of Douyin, which has provided global brands with a new…
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We dive into the evolving e-commerce and consumer trends in China for 2024, starting with analyzing the performance and tactics of leading e-commerce giants like Douyin, Pinduoduo, Taobao, and Tmall. What drove ByteDance's revenue growth of 30% to $110 billion? How is Pinduoduo's western-facing discount platform Temu adding to its incredible growth…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we are thrilled to feature Andrew Methven, author of the Slow Chinese newsletter, one of the leading resources for keeping up to date with modern Mandarin language trends. Andrew's journey from a planetary science graduate to a Chinese language enthusiast is as fascinating as it is unconventional. Facing limited …
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Amy Lavoie about a new Torch study that confirms how coaching creates a virtuous cycle of positive behavior and change that benefits not just for the individuals who get it, but their wider report and team communities. Amy Lavoie (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-lavoie-96b3773/) is respon…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we're delighted to speak with Claire Urry, Chief Commercial Officer at the China-Britain Business Council (CBBC), the premier British organization dedicated to fostering trade and investment between the UK and China. Calling in from the picturesque English town of Horncastle, Claire gives a detailed breakdown of …
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Dr. Danielle Williams about servant leadership and the importance of values congruence. Dr. Danielle E. Williams is a servant leader that for over 20 years has worked in the fields of Education, Leadership, and Healthcare. She holds degrees and certifications from Vir…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we sit down with Denni Hu, a Shanghai-based journalist for Women's Wear Daily (WWD), a premier fashion industry publication. Our discussion with Denni covers a range of topics, including the latest fashion, consumer, and lifestyle trends in China. We delve into Denni’s career path, the expansion of luxury brands …
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Benjamin Ritter about self-leadership and the difference between a job and a career. Dr. Benjamin Ritter (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritterbenj/), founder of Live for Yourself Consulting, is a leadership and career coach, Talent Development Executive, values geek, international speak…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Candice Elliott about the intersection of health and work. Candice Elliott (https://www.linkedin.com/in/candiceelliott/) is a Fractional CHRO and HR Mentor for business and non-profit leaders. She focuses on the intersection of public health, organizational and community development, help…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we are delighted to feature Heidi Dugan, Chair of the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai (AustCham). Heidi joins the show at a critical juncture in Australian-China relations. After several years of frosty ties, Canberra and Beijing are taking steps to normalize the bilateral relationship—most notably by …
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Cormac Russell about his book, The Connected Community: Discovering the Health, Wealth, and Power of Neighborhoods. Cormac Russell (http://linkedin.com/in/cormacrussell) is a social explorer, author, speaker, and managing director of Nurture Development, he sits on the faculty of the Asse…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Michael Teape about what to do when your leaders struggle to perform. Since 1994, Michael Teape (https://www.linkedin.com/in/teapetraining/) has been conducting business and personal effectiveness design and delivery training, coaching, train-the-trainer, and training strategy development…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we're thrilled to feature Jing Zhang, a renowned fashion journalist and consultant. Jing currently serves as the Global Editor in Chief of Jing Daily, the leading publication on luxury and fashion trends in China. The health of the Chinese consumer has been hotly debated throughout 2023—conflicting market signals…
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Welcome to our landmark 200th episode of The Negotiation Podcast! The last four years have been rich with meaningful discussions, profound insights, and memorable moments—and we’re excited about what the future will bring. In this celebratory episode, we are delighted to host the co-founders of WPIC Marketing + Technologies, Jacob and Joseph Cooke.…
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We are excited to welcome Noah Fraser to this episode of The Negotiation. Noah is based in Beijing, serving as Managing Director, China, for the Canada China Business Council (CCBC). In our conversation, Noah discusses the business landscape in China for Canadian companies, highlighting the enormous opportunities in sectors like consumer goods, agr…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we are delighted to welcome back Jacob Cooke, Co-Founder and CEO of WPIC Marketing + Technologies. In our conversation with Jacob, we talk about the consumption surge during China's Golden Week, which saw over 800 million domestic trips and more than $100 billion in spending. He highlights other booming sectors l…
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In this HCI podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks shares two related talks (including his own) from the Ten News Live - ISOL Foundation Virtual Conference on Human Oriented Leadership Style. Dr. Corné Bekker (https://www.regent.edu/faculty/d-litt-et-phil-corne-j-bekker/) joined Regent University in 2005. He previously served as the associ…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we are excited to welcome MJ Park, Key Account Manager at WPIC Marketing + Technologies, to discuss the South Korean e-commerce market. With over a decade of experience in marketing and business management in both Korea and Canada, MJ Park brings a wealth of knowledge about the e-commerce landscape in South Korea…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Nicky Billou about people management and culture building to service entrepreneurs and their teams. Nicky Billou (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickybillou/) is the #1 International Best Selling Author of the book: Finish Line ThinkingTM: How to Think and Win Like a Champion, The Thought Le…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we are honoured to welcome Michael Hart, President of the American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham China). In our conversation, Michael discusses his background and 20-year business career in Mainland China. He talks about the vital work of AmCham, which includes policy advocacy, business development support…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Nicky Billou about his book, The Power Of Connecting: How To Activate Profitable Relationships By Serving Your Network. Nicky Billou (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickybillou/) is the #1 International Best Selling Author of the book: Finish Line Thinking: How to Think and Win Like a Champi…
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In this episode of The Negotiation, we are excited to be joined by Shai Oster, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who recently served as Asia Bureau Chief for The Information. Shai previously worked at the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg, with postings spanning China, Europe, and the U.S. He's now working as an independent strategy and communica…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Richard Medcalf about marrying the disciplines of strategy and leadership in the service of our clients. Richard Medcalf (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardmedcalf/) describes himself as "what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor and an entrepren…
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