The Southern California Chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) today announced that it will host a panel discussion on "Doing Business in Asia: What Every Director Needs to Know" on January 8, 2014 at the California Club in Los Angeles. Join us for a discussion on topics ranging from how board members can continue to provide oversight of operations in China to how U.S. companies can open markets, operate, and grow in Asian markets.

"This event sets the tone for the NACD Southern California Chapter's programing for the coming year," said Hoshi Printer, Program Chair. "Governance issues for companies doing business in Asia is a topic that is on the minds of our members and we have an exceptional panel of experts to provide valuable insight and guidance."

Panelists include:
Ken DeWoskin - China scholar and Senior Advisor to Deloitte China.
Paul Kurzawa - DreamWorks Animation, Head of Retail Development and Entertainment, responsible for worldwide retail brand development and integration initiatives.
DJ Peterson - Founder and President, Longview Global Advisors, helping business leaders and investors make sense of the business environment and enhance relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Dean Yoost - Director of Pacific Life, Belden, Emulex, and Union Bank; Retired PwC partner including 16 years of experience in Asia.

When & Where:
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The California Club
538 South Flower Street, Room 309
Los Angeles, CA 90071

Cost:
NACD Members: $65
Non-NACD Members: $90

Credentialed members of the press who would like to attend must RSVP to emiller@finprofiles.com.

About the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)

The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) is the only membership organization focused exclusively on advancing exemplary board leadership. Based on more than 35 years of experience, NACD identifies, interprets, and provides insights and information that corporate board members rely upon to make sound strategic decisions, confidently confront complex business challenges, and enhance shareowner value. With more than 13,000 corporate director members, NACD provides world-class director education, director training, and proprietary research about leading boardroom and corporate governance practices to promote director professionalism and bolster investor confidence. Furthermore, to create more effective and efficient corporate boards, NACD provides independent board evaluations and custom-tailored in-boardroom education and training programs, as well as director-led conferences, forums, and peer-exchange learning opportunities to share ideas about current and emerging issues. Fostering collaboration among directors and governance stakeholders, NACD is shaping the future of board leadership. To learn more about NACD, visit www.NACDonline.org. To join, contact Kelly Dodd at kkdodd@NACDonline.org or 202-380-1891.

About the Southern California Chapter, NACD

The Southern California Chapter, NACD (the "Chapter"), was chartered by NACD in 1978 to enhance corporate governance in the Southern California Region and provides a local educational and networking opportunity for individuals who serve as directors of corporations and business organizations from all industries, public and private, profit and non-profit. Our vision is to prepare members for effective Board of Director roles and foster the positive image of corporations and business organizations through improved corporate governance. The principal emphasis of the Chapter and its events is to provide vital information and education to current NACD members and their guests. http://southerncalifornia.nacdonline.org/.

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