China Institute 2024 Executive Summit "Now What?"

In a time of global economic uncertainty and rising geopolitical tensions, the conversations at this summit have never been more relevant. Join us for the China Institute’s 20th Executive Summit on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024, in New York City. Under the theme “Now What?”, this year’s forum will offer valuable insights into the future of U.S.-China relations and provide a critical post-election outlook.

Connect with over 200 influential leaders as we engage in deep discussions on the most pressing issues of our time, from advancements in tech and AI to international diplomacy. We are honored to welcome Robert Hormats, former Under Secretary of State under the Obama Administration, and Robert H. McCooey, Vice Chairman of Nasdaq, among other distinguished speakers. Together, we will explore the economic, social, and cultural forces shaping the future and engage with top thinkers as we navigate this pivotal moment in history. And cap off the day with an exclusive gallery tour and networking reception.

Keynote Address by Robert Hormats, Vice Chairman of Kissinger Associates, Inc, former Under Secretary of State under the Obama Administration

Steering Through Turbulence: What Lies Ahead for China and the U.S.?
Explore the future of China and the global economy with leading voices on navigating uncertainty and identifying opportunities amidst economic and geopolitical challenges:

• Robert H. McCooey, Vice Chairman of Nasdaq
• David J. Firestein, President and CEO of George H. W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations
• Charlie Vest, Associate Director on Rhodium Group’s Corporate Advisory Team
• Pin Ni, President of Wanxiang America (Invited)

AI in the Global Arena: Understanding U.S.-China Dynamics and the Future of Artificial Intelligence

• Jeannette M. Wing, Executive Vice President for Research, Professor of Computer Science, Columbia University
• Larry Li, Founder and Managing Partner at AMINO Capital
• Che Guan, Principal Data Scientist at AllianceBernstein
• Paul Triolo, Senior Vice President for China and Technology Policy Lead at Albright Stonebridge

Foreign Direct Investment in Both Countries: How Businesses Are Adapting in the New Era?

• Ganesh V. Iyer, CEO of NIO US
• Mitchell Presnick, Founder of Super 8 Hotels China
• Timothy J. Keeler, Partner at Mayer Brown LLP, previous Chief of Staff of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative
• Ruth Jin, Partner and Leader of Investment Funds Practice at Moses Singer
• Ida Liu, Global Head of Citi Private Bank (Invited)

Social and Cultural Trends Shaping U.S. and China Societies
Discover the societal and cultural forces shaping U.S. and China societies, with insights from:

• Susan Greenhalgh, John King and Wilma Cannon Fairbank Research Professor Emerita of Chinese Society, Harvard University
• Yao Lu, Prof. of Sociology, Columbia University
• Ivy Yang, Founder of Wavelet Strategy, Columnist of Financial Times, Board Member of CINGS (China Institute Next Gen x Serica)
• Alec Ash, Editor of China Books Review and Senior Fellow of Asia Society, Author of Wish Lanterns and The Mountains Are High
• Roseann Lake, The Economist’s Cuba correspondent, Author of Leftover in China: The Women Shaping the World’s Next Superpower (Invited)

Exclusive Gallery Tour and Reception: Cap off the day with an evening of art, culture, and networking as you tour our curated exhibit “Gold from Dragon City: Masterpieces of Three Yan from Liaoning, 337-436”

Host or Publisher China Institute