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Contents July 1 June 30 June 29 June 28 APMCP Bali Conference

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New Waves
Lasting Ripples
An Informal Report
On The
Bali Conference
March 1997





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Asia Pacific Management Cooperative Program
Vancouver, Canada
presents


A CONFERENCE IN BALI, MARCH 1997
& CROSS CANADA TOUR, OCTOBER 1997

In light of Canada’s role as host of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 1997, the Asia Pacific Management Cooperative Program (APMCP) identified a tremendous opportunity to bring together key individuals from the Canadian and Asian public and private sectors. Together, these partners will discussed and strategized opportunities for Canada in the APEC Century with an emphasis on the cultivation of management approaches and personnel for the future.

In the region’s economies, typically 60% of the population is below 30 years of age. Within more advanced economies, there is an equally important cohort of younger managers, 25 to 35 years old. These individuals have honed their skills in an increasingly fluid and competitive international job market, and have become known as "the new expats". These individuals form the backbone of the visions, partnerships and strategies for the APEC Era.

Doing business in the APEC Era means reaching beyond borders and regions, and it is critical that we begin NOW to build the links between Canadian and Asian companies that will mean prosperity in the global marketplace.

The expertise and experience of the 240 person APMCP Alumni Network is one of Canada’s MOST valuable resources in accessing opportunity in Asia and in formulating successful strategies for entry into the Asian market.

NEW WAVES:CANADA in APEC

Bali, March 1997

From March 13th - 16th, 1997 the APMCP held a four day conference in Bali, Indonesia, where Canada’s Asian business experts gathered to exchange information, experience and ideas. Present were over 150 of our Asian -based Associates and Alumni, plus representatives of Asian and Canadian based enterprise, government, education and media. Collectively, they focused on the links between Canada and Asia.

In both structured workshops and plenary sessions, their insight and experiences were directed towards evaluating existing challenges and opportunities. The conference focused on outlining future strategies for success for Canadians and Canadian business in Asia, and bringing Asian expertise and opportunity to a global audience.

A POWERFUL & FAR REACHING
NETWORK IN ASIA:

One of the APMCP’s greatest successes has been the creation of a network of program graduates, linked throughout Asia and Canada. The alumni have solid experience and unique insight into the challenges and opportunities existing within the Asia Pacific region. They are country and regional experts, have opened markets from China to Indonesia, and represent some of Asia and Canada’s most prestigious companies. Gathered together they form a vital part of Canada’s presence in Asia. They are a critical business resource in bringing Asian expertise, products and services back to the North American market and vice versa.


WHO ARE THE ALUMNI?

The APMCP’s 240 graduates are a dynamic and successful group of 26 to 35 year olds. They remain in Asia, on average, for three years after their initial placements and earn an average $50,000 to $70,000 USD. They tend to move quickly up the ranks to managerial positions. They represent a wide variety of professions including engineering, banking, construction, finance, marketing, advertising, public relations, import/export, telecommunications, high tech, manufacturing, journalism, information technology, accounting and management consulting.

In line with this striking aspect of the New Waves conference and the APMCP, below are a collection of photographs that capture the feel and ambiance of the New Waves Conference.

The New Waves Conference was kicked off on the evening of Wednesday, March 13 with a cocktail reception. Bob Bagshaw (left) the founder of the APMCP, and Dr. Scott Macleod (right) the Program Director welcomed conference attendees and guests. Scott Macleod announced later in the week on Saturday evening, that Bob Bagshaw had been nominated for the Order of British Columbia, in recognition for his efforts in building the APMCP and thereby trade between Canada and the Asia Pacific region. That same Saturday evening, it was announced that Bob Macrae had donated $ 1 million Canadian to the APMCP.

Even though the New Waves Conference began on March 13, the conference started for thirty students from the 1995/96 academic year on March 9th. These students, known as Divine Year Nine (pictured at right looking dark and forboding!), met for their Mid Term Conference, a regular part of each APMCP year's curriculum. After Management Associates have worked for eight months in Asia, they meet their classmates at a common destination in Asia.

Here the Diviners discuss various issues and repercussions of working in Asia with Dr. Marv Westwood of the University Of British Columbia Counselling & Psychology Department. Students from each country also present country profiles. APMCP faculty present on the economic state of Canada, updates on the APMCP, and students undergo a self examination of themselves and their careers.

For some alumni attending the conference, this may be the first time in years that they see some of their classmates. Old memories, and old and new friendships alike quickly rekindle or start for the first time. Here alumni, guests and faculty gather around the pool on the last night of the conference. Meanwhile the Divine Year Nine group quickly realize that this may be the last time they see each other for years. Certainly, this is the last time the Diviners meet together as a team, which can be disheartening considering the intense process the group has gone through together over the last 18 months.

The crowd moves from the pool to the beach for an official group shot, although only about a third of the conference is in this photo. That is yours truly on the extreme right, wth the lovely and talented Tess Lyons standing next to me. Lying down in front of the group are Dr. Scott Macleod (left), the APMCP's fearless and insightful leader, and Andrew Butt (right) who was a member of the APMCP faculty for 2.5 years before returning to the private sector. Following this picture, roughly 30-40 of us headed off into the sea to "body surf" while the sun set. It was both an eerie, relaxing and memorable experience to watch so many of the alumni dive into waves like dophins returning to sea. Tacky as it may sound, less than 24 hours later we all parted and dove back into our respective jobs. Alumni had come not only from all parts of Asia but also from South Africa, Europe, and Canada.

With numbers dwindling and Diviners already heading to the airport, a final picture is taken of the remaining troops. Moments later was when we dove into the Indian Ocean to body surf. That night, Saturday, a traditional Indonesian banquet was held, including a presentation of traditional Indonesian dancing.

Divine Year Niners:
Peyvand Bayzae (Pav), posted in Jakarta, Indonesia, and David Bate, posted in Singapore, pose for a last picture together.

It was at this point in the conference, the very end, that emotions ran high. Perhaps here is where the APMCP develops its powerful network. Graduate students spend an intense academic year together, and in the middle of their work in Asia are reunited with their classmates. For many people, working and living in Asia brings about a unique transformation of who they know themselves to be. Management associates often reevaluate themselves, their personal and career goals, and what they want out of life. For many it can be both a rewarding and difficult time. People confront being away from friends and family in Canada, watch personal relationships succeed or fail, and often all this while watching their careers take-off.

Divine Year Niners:
Kerri Connelly (posted in Kuala Lumpur) and Sheila Rank (posted in Bangkok) embrace on the beach on the last night of the conference. While the faces are not that clear, it IS clear that this is what the APMCP conferences are all about: lasting friendships and lasting ripples.

Zen Ten:
The 1996/97 APMCP class, Zen Ten, were represented by John Stephens and Tess Lyons. These two were put to work assisting the support staff Alison Bailey, Lee Ederer and Kim Emanuele with organizing the event, starting with 7 AM breakfast meetings every single day.

While there were many events within the conference to attend, there was still time for sitting by the beach with friends to discuss the various trials and tribulations of life, and working and living in Asia. For those who know him, this is a classic pose - his name is Daniel Francey, from Divine Year Nine. Daniel, an engineer, is posted in Kuala Lumpur with a subsidiary of The Renong Group. This picture also captures the atmosphere of the conference - one that is condusive to relaxing, reflecting, and making lifelong friendships.

PART 2:CROSS CANADA PRESENTATIONS October 1997

As a follow-up to Bali, we bring Asia to Canada in the form of five of our most successful APMCP Alumni. Drawn from a wide variety of professional backgrounds and representatives of Asia’s major economies, this group will stop in Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal, and Halifax. They will present their unique prespectives to Canadian business and to Canada’s future managers. Linking up with universities and boards of trade/chambers of commerce, this dynamic and very successful group of young Canadian Managers bring with them wisdom, experience and "street smarts."

While the business briefings will be more concise, the group will still offer half to full day "briefings" to young Canadian university graduates seeking to enter the Asian market. At each stop, the APMCP envisions the group being hosted by a local representative who can best introduce them to the immediate business community. The group’s tour will also be supported by an aggressive national media relations program. Specially prepared, independently promoting materials, will be left in the wake of the tour, specifically designed to increase awareness of opportunities for Canada in the Asia Pacific region, and to introduce our many Asian partners to the Canadian business, educational and government sectors.

WHY NOW?

The APMC has undertaken this ambitious program because, as participants for the last ten years in Asia’s unprecedented economic growth, we are convinced of the critical need for an increased presence for Canada in the whole Asia Pacific region. In addition, a high priority should be placed on increased understanding and linkages between the two regions. Our existing network of successful managers is proof of the opportunities that exist for those with the training, commitment and drive to succeed in international business. As educators, we believe that preparing young managers today for a vibrant and prosperous APEC future, is the best investment Canada and Asia can make to be part of that prosperity.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

We invite both Canadian and Asian corporations to become corporate partners of NEW WAVES:CANADA in APEC. To learn more about this exciting sponsorship opportunity CLICK HERE:

From the Asia Pacific Management Cooperative Program,
we thank-you in advance for your partnership,

DR. SCOTT MACLEOD
PROGRAM MANAGER
smacleod@hubcap.mlnet.com

R.J.(BOB) BAGSHAW
MANAGER, BUSINESS RELATIONS
bbagshaw@capcollege.bc.ca

Winner of the 1996 ACCC
Program Excellence Award