Presented By: Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies
Ross China Initiatives and the Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies present "Climbing Life's Mountains"
A Lecture by Wang Shi, Founder of China Vanke
Wang Shi 王石
Founder, Vanke 万科
Lieberthal-Rogel Distinguished Visitor
No matter where life takes you, you will encounter mountains that challenge you to tackle issues from new perspectives. The art of overcoming obstacles is a prominent trademark of today’s most successful international business figures. To address this topic with details of his own personal “mountain climbing” life experiences, Ross China Initiatives and the Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies is proud to welcome Mr. Wang Shi 王石 to the Ross School of Business. Of the three tallest mountains Wang has come up against, namely ascending Mt. Everest at age 52 in 2003, initiating an environmental protection program following his climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro, and studying at Harvard with limited exposure to English, he cites his time in Cambridge as the most demanding peak to scale. Wang’s talk will center around his strategies for approaching and overcoming life’s mountains.
In 1984, Wang Shi founded China Vanke Co., Ltd., a real estate development company. Under his leadership, Vanke has grown into one of the most successful real estate development companies in the world as well as a pioneer in China’s green home construction. In addition to his role with Vanke, Wang serves as a chairman for numerous enterprises. In 2015, he was entitled “The Most Influential Entrepreneur in China” by Hurun Rich List because of his great sense of social responsibility and international initiatives. He splits his spare time between philanthropy and involvement in the rowing community, serving as the chairman of the Asian Rowing Federation.
Mr. Wang Shi is one of the most respected business leaders in China, and it is truly an honor to welcome him to Michigan Ross. This Wednesday, October 18th, doors will open at 1:30pm. Wang’s presentation will be held from 2-3pm followed by a discussion panel and Q&A session ending at 4pm. We hope you are able to join us in listening to this distinguished speaker as he shares his inspiring experiences in the business world and beyond.
Founder, Vanke 万科
Lieberthal-Rogel Distinguished Visitor
No matter where life takes you, you will encounter mountains that challenge you to tackle issues from new perspectives. The art of overcoming obstacles is a prominent trademark of today’s most successful international business figures. To address this topic with details of his own personal “mountain climbing” life experiences, Ross China Initiatives and the Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies is proud to welcome Mr. Wang Shi 王石 to the Ross School of Business. Of the three tallest mountains Wang has come up against, namely ascending Mt. Everest at age 52 in 2003, initiating an environmental protection program following his climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro, and studying at Harvard with limited exposure to English, he cites his time in Cambridge as the most demanding peak to scale. Wang’s talk will center around his strategies for approaching and overcoming life’s mountains.
In 1984, Wang Shi founded China Vanke Co., Ltd., a real estate development company. Under his leadership, Vanke has grown into one of the most successful real estate development companies in the world as well as a pioneer in China’s green home construction. In addition to his role with Vanke, Wang serves as a chairman for numerous enterprises. In 2015, he was entitled “The Most Influential Entrepreneur in China” by Hurun Rich List because of his great sense of social responsibility and international initiatives. He splits his spare time between philanthropy and involvement in the rowing community, serving as the chairman of the Asian Rowing Federation.
Mr. Wang Shi is one of the most respected business leaders in China, and it is truly an honor to welcome him to Michigan Ross. This Wednesday, October 18th, doors will open at 1:30pm. Wang’s presentation will be held from 2-3pm followed by a discussion panel and Q&A session ending at 4pm. We hope you are able to join us in listening to this distinguished speaker as he shares his inspiring experiences in the business world and beyond.
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