Why China Matters to the Heartland – 2023 Launch Event

Why China Matters to the Heartland - 2023 Event

January 31, 2023 - Virtual Webinar

On Tuesday, January 31st, 2023, USHCA hosted the highly anticipated 2023 Launch Event for our annual report, Why China Matters to the Heartland. Leaders from across the Heartland region gave presentations, including representatives from Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, Ohio, and Kansas. 

Each speaker provided insights into a unique aspect of what China means to their own states, communities, and organizations. Some examples include how a Chinese company revitalized a small town, the legacy of a 40-year sister city relationship between St. Louis and Nanjing, as well as how schools in the Heartland have worked to serve their Chinese international students amidst a pandemic and political scrutiny. 

Click here to go to the Why China Matters homepage to download a copy of the report. 

This easy-to-access report examines the multi-faceted relationship that each of the Heartland states has with China. First launched in 2022, it has become a much appreciated resource for state and local leaders as well as educators across the Heartland.

Speakers:

Panelist

Karla Orozco

Director of FDI,
World Business Chicago

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Mary Ma

Managing Director,
Illinois China Office

Panelist

Katie Rosenberg

Mayor,
City of Wausau, WI

Panelist

Fanfu Li

International Business Development Director,
Wisconsin Economic Development Cooperation

Panelist

Melinda Osterberg

Regional Economic Development Director,
Wisconsin Economic Development Cooperation

Panelist

Samantha McCabe

Director of International Student Services,
University of Wisconsin Madison

Panelist

Tim Nowak

Executive Director,
World Trade Center St. Louis

Panelist

Craig Allen

President,
The U.S.-China Business Council

Panelist

Kyle Dillingham

Oklahoma Musician Ambassador

Panelist

Amy Lei

VP,
Fuyao Glass Corporation of America

Panelist

Cindy Elliot

Board Member,
Sister Cities International

Panelist

Craig Allen

President,
The U.S.-China Business Council

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