At Harris Bricken, we keep close tabs on what is happening around the world, and we know that our friends and clients do, as well. We are happy to provide this podcast series: Global Law and Business, hosted by international attorneys Fred Rocafort and Jonathan Bench, where we look at the world by talking with business leaders, innovators, service providers, manufacturers, and government leaders around the globe. In Episode #100, we are joined by Gary O’Sullivan, Irish lawyer and partner...

At Harris Bricken, we keep close tabs on what is happening around the world, and we know that our friends and clients do, as well. We are happy to provide this podcast series: Global Law and Business, hosted by international attorneys Fred Rocafort and Jonathan Bench, where we look at the world by talking with business leaders, innovators, service providers, manufacturers, and government leaders around the globe. In Episode #99, we are joined by Jack Hedge, the Executive Director of Utah...

At Harris Bricken, we keep close tabs on what is happening around the world, and we know that our friends and clients do, as well. We are happy to provide this podcast series: Global Law and Business, hosted by international attorneys Fred Rocafort and Jonathan Bench, where we look at the world by talking with business leaders, innovators, service providers, manufacturers, and government leaders around the globe. In Episode #98, we are joined by Dr. Jerry Chidester, board-certified plastic...

At Harris Bricken, we keep close tabs on what is happening around the world, and we know that our friends and clients do, as well. We are happy to provide this podcast series: Global Law and Business, hosted by international attorneys Fred Rocafort and Jonathan Bench, where we look at the world by talking with business leaders, innovators, service providers, manufacturers, and government leaders around the globe. In Episode #97, we are joined by Jack Rhysider, host of the Darknet Diaries...

At Harris Bricken, we keep close tabs on what is happening around the world, and we know that our friends and clients do, as well. We are happy to provide this podcast series: Global Law and Business, hosted by international attorneys Fred Rocafort and Jonathan Bench, where we look at the world by talking with business leaders, innovators, service providers, manufacturers, and government leaders around the globe. In Episode #96, we are joined by Dami Adepoju, Director of Development, West...

At Harris Bricken, we keep close tabs on what is happening around the world, and we know that our friends and clients do, as well. We are happy to provide this podcast series: Global Law and Business, hosted by international attorneys Fred Rocafort and Jonathan Bench, where we look at the world by talking with business leaders, innovators, service providers, manufacturers, and government leaders around the globe. In Episode #95, we are joined by Ryan Ansin, Co-Founder of Revolutionary...

In Episode #94, we are joined by Rodolphe Ruffié, Senior Associate at Clifford Chance. We discuss: High-stakes cross-border disputes, including WTO disputes and award enforcement proceedings. Public international law vs. private international law. Companies suing countries. E-sports and space law. China investing in Australian mining companies with African operations. How mining law is both technical and political in nature. Western Australia's isolation and unique...

In Episode #93, we are joined by Dan McLeod and Mark Plum, directors at East West Associates. We discuss: Dan and Mark's experiences in an emerging Asia. Changing dynamics regarding manufacturing in China. Evolving views on Section 301 tariffs. COVID-19's impact on those doing business in or with China. The keys to a smooth transition out of China. Southeast Asia's China competitors. The pros and cons of Mexico sourcing. Listening, and watching recommendations from: Mark Plum Keep an...

In Episode #92, we are joined by Aman Thakker, Senior Programs Manager at Indiaspora, a nonprofit organization of global Indian origin leaders committed to inspiring the diaspora to be a force for good by providing a platform to collaborate, build community engagement, and catalyze social change. We discuss: Indialogue, which is Aman's newsletter covering India's current economic and political developments. Aman growing up in India, leaving India, and then returning to India through his...

In Episode #91, we are joined by Gregor McQueen, Founder and CEO of McQueen Associates. This episode was recorded at the end of October 2021. Events since then are not addressed in this podcast. We discuss: What geopolitical risk means. The difference between black swans and gray rhinos. How McQueen Associates helps clients manage geopolitical risks. Thought leaders in geopolitical risk management. Diversification from China through the risk management lens. Pandemics and risk. Risks...

In Episode #90, we are joined by Karim Anjarwalla, Managing Partner at Anjarwalla & Khanna. We discuss: Karim’s work as an international business lawyer in Kenya, where he was recently recognized as the Kenyan Lawyer of the Year One transaction that was significant enough to move the Kenyan currency against the USD Kenya as the most open sub-Saharan economy to foreign investors The activities of private equity funds like Helios, African Best, DPI, and many others that are focused...

In Episode #89, we are joined by Akshat Divatia, an immigration attorney at Harris Bricken. We discuss: How Akshat's experience as an immigrant and time abroad impact the way he helps clients through the U.S. immigration process An overview of the U.S. immigration system's types of visas The U.S. immigration system vs. other countries The worldwide talent pool impacting the U.S.'s ability to compete worldwide Changes to U.S. immigration policy from the Biden Administration Global...

In Episode #88, we are joined by Federico A. de Jesús, Principal at FDJ Solutions. We discuss: Federico's early days in Puerto Rico and American University in Washington, DC Working for Harry Reid, Nancy Pelosi and the Obama Administration An insider's take on CODELs (congressional delegations) A critical look at US policy toward Latin America Why Federico decided to start his own consulting firm Recommendations from: Federico Building professional relationships Collaborate and...

At Harris Bricken, we keep close tabs on what is happening around the world, and we know that our friends and clients do, as well. We are happy to provide this podcast series: Global Law and Business, hosted by international attorneys Fred Rocafort and Jonathan Bench, where we look at the world by talking with business leaders, innovators, service providers, manufacturers, and government leaders around the world. In Episode #87, Jonathan and Fred look back at the podcast’s second year and...

In Episode #86, we are joined by Eli Neal, principal at 4 Corners Financial Forensics. We discuss: How IRS 280E impacts cannabis business valuations, especially retail marijuana shops. What factors are key in determining cannabis business value, whether you are using the income, market, or asset approach. What do you do when your business partners do not keep good financial records and how to recreate financial statements from receipts and bank statements (if there are any). How Eli...

In Episode #85, we are joined by Associate Professor Elena Sychenko, from Saint Petersburg State University in Russia. We discuss: The origins of Elena's interests in human and labor rights. Why it's important to not just win cases, but also reconstruct systems. Elena's thoughts on Sicily, where she spent time studying at the University of Catania. The challenging and terrifying experience of working on a report on forced labor in Pakistan. Educating Russian law students on Chinese...

In Episode #84, we are joined by Weston Konishi, President of the Sake Brewers Association of North America (SBANA). We discuss: How a long stint in Japan led to a passion for sake Weston's work with the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation The U.S.-Japan relationship Fumio Kishida's ascension to Japan's premiership How craft beer paved the way for sake in America SBANA's mission What the future holds for the U.S. sake industry Listening, and watching recommendations...

In Episode #83, we are joined by Sital Kalantry, Professor of Law at Seattle University, author, and attorney. We discuss: The hierarchy of India's court system, from state courts to high courts to the Indian Supreme Court with 34 sitting judges The recent appointment of three female judges to the Indian Supreme Court (but a significant disparity remains) India's first female chief justice Indian litigation vs. arbitration Judicial appointments and the significant turnover compared to...

In Episode #82, we are joined by Robert Lamb, a Harris Bricken international attorney. We discuss: Current challenges with international supply chains The components of supply chain finance, including the various types of letters of credit Rob's insights into China's developments since it joined the WTO The diminishing skill of thinking deeply Listening, and watching recommendations from: Robert The Immortality Key: Uncovering the Secret History of the Religion with No Name by Brian C....

In Episode #81, we are joined by David Sargsyan, partner at Ameria. We discuss: Armenia's economy today, including its emergence as a tech hub. The synergies between China and Armenia. An overview of Armenian culture. The role played by diaspora Armenians in the country. What prompted David to attend Notre Dame Law School (Fred's alma mater!). The path ahead for Armenian law firms. Listening, and watching recommendations from: David AmCham Armenia Men Without Women, by Haruki...

In Episode #80, we are joined by Gregory Schaffer, author of Emerging Powers and the World Trading System. We discuss: Greg's career path, from an early interest in history and foreign affairs to being a regular visitor at the WTO in Geneva. How the development of international trade law capacities helped make Brazil, China, and India supporters of the international trade system established at the behest of the United States. Was China's accession to the WTO cause or effect? What...

In Episode #79, we are joined by Marco Algorta, Public Relations Manager at Khiron Life Sciences and a cannabis activist in Uruguay. We discuss: Why Marco is less bullish about Uruguay's cannabis sector than he was a few years ago. Uruguay's strengths and weaknesses as a cannabis actor. What Uruguay needs to do to get its canna mojo back. Uruguay's broader political and economic environment. Colombia and other countries to watch in Latam when it comes to cannabis. Marco's experience...

In Episode #78, we are joined by Mareo McCracken, Chief Customer Officer/CRO at Movemedical. We discuss: Mareo's voracious reading habits What's different between and what's consistent across sales environments around the world How Mareo's company, MoveMedical, "solves" the medical device industry Dealing with rejection Mareo's upcoming book, Really Care for Them: How Everyone Can Use the Power of Caring to Earn Trust, Grow Sales, and Increase Income. No Matter What You Sell or Who...

In Episode #77, we are joined by Jayesh Kothari, associate partner at DSK Legal’s Mumbai office. We discuss: Why foreign companies should consider investing in India The role of democracy in making India an attractive business destination India's steps to speed up dispute resolution, particularly arbitration Preferred and up-and-coming destinations for foreign investment The impact of COVID-19 on the Indian economy Listening, and watching recommendations from: Jayesh You Can Win by...