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Pharmaceutical companies are part of an industry indispensable to the survival of the human species – the health industry. They're also big business, especially considering the billions of dollars spent on research, innovation, and development of products in this space. We're taking a look at the changing nature of clinical trials and diving into how they are conducted, reported, regulated, and an...

As China picks up the pieces following the COVID-19 aftermath, we're taking a look at how China managed to swiftly bring the crisis under control throughout the country. Is there hope for other countries around the world that are struggling to contain the spread of the virus? What can we learn from China's response to the pandemic? Joining me for this conversation is Michael Zhang, a partner in th...

The uncertainty of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has permeated every aspect of our society - personally and economically. As we continue to navigate this "new normal," we're taking a closer look at how the virus might affect all of the various players in the cannabis industry and discussing what cannabis businesses can expect over the next year. Joining me for this conversation is Whitney Hodge...

This conversation is out of this world! We're exploring the laws and regulations surrounding satellites and the space telecommunications industry.  Our guest, Brian Weimer, joins us to share his insight on the growth of the satellite industry over the years and the steps required to obtain the appropriate licenses and clearances to launch a satellite into space. Brian Weimer is a corporate partner...

2019 ushered in numerous changes and new initiatives at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). From the increasing popularity of cannabis use to the rapidly evolving nature of artificial intelligence in medical devices, we're reflecting on some of the initiatives the FDA tackled in 2019 and exploring what lies ahead for the agency in 2020. Joining me for this conversation is Allison Fulton....

As trade with our North American neighbors continues to evolve and grow, we're taking a closer look at the newly ratified United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and examining how the new Agreement will impact trade among the three countries and globally. Joining us for this conversation is Scott Maberry. Scott is an International Trade partner in the Government Contracts, Investigations & I...

As we check in on the Asian markets for the first quarter of the year, we're diving into various current events including the coronavirus epidemic, the Trilateral Summit between Japan, China, and Korea, and Carlos Ghosn's complaints of the Japanese criminal justice system. Joining me for this discussion is Paul Kim. Paul is a graduate of the University of Chicago, with honors, and obtained his jur...

As the conversation around antitrust regulation continues to grow, especially given the current political climate and the growth of technology companies, now more than ever, multinationals must pay attention to evolving trends in this space. Nate Soderstrom is a Senior Editor at the Capitol Forum, an online publication covering topics including consumer protection, antitrust enforcement, and gover...

As women in professional industries such as finance, healthcare, and law continue to make strides in breaking down barriers,  there still remains great gender disparity when examining the leadership levels. I'm joined by Amanda Zablocki and Danielle Vrabie, founders of the Women in Healthcare Leadership Collaborative at Sheppard Mullin to explore the challenges and opportunities presented for wome...

If you're interested in becoming a foreign investor or doing business in Mexico, you'll want to hear the salient tips shared by my Mexico markets experts on the show today, Laura Nava and Alejandro Moreno. From establishing the right connections to understanding business formalities and pace, we're diving deep with our quarterly Latin America and Mexico check in. Laura Nava is a registered foreign...

With a new European Commission in place and Brexit set to happen by the end of the month, we're exploring the current regulatory climate in the European Union and previewing what's to come for the European nations. Oliver Heinisch is a partner in the Antitrust and Competition Practice Group in the firm's London office. Oliver advises on all areas of EU, UK and German competition law with a focus o...

We're kicking off the new year with returning guests Elizabeth Frazee and Jonathan Meyer who are joining us with updates on various current events in our Legislative and Executive Branches in the upcoming quarter. Elizabeth Frazee is the Co-Founder and CEO of Twin Logic Strategies, a boutique government relations firm. Elizabeth was named a "Top Lobbyist" by The Hill newspaper and has a 30-year ca...

The European Union (EU) is taking major strides to help combat climate change by instituting a ban on diesel cars, enforcing existing climate regulations among member states, and announcing the EU Green Deal initiative. Despite these efforts, the EU Commission still struggles to enforce any such policies among member states who fail to comply. We're exploring several of the new climate policies be...

As technology continues to rapidly evolve and governmental regulations struggle to keep up with its development, multinationals are left wondering how to manage technological developments and foreign investments in the face of emerging controls. We're exploring how companies can adjust to government regulations impacting the development of their technologies and what affect, if any, any such techn...

As South Korea's economy, population, and culture have evolved over the past 50 years, the country has quickly risen and taken a seat as one of the world's most important economic markets and national players, especially in the areas of manufacturing and exporting. We're exploring South Korea's strongest industries and relationships with other economic powers like the United States, China and the...

In this recap episode, I'm extracting the valuable lessons shared by our guests in the prior 5 episodes. I offer my two cents about the practical advice shared by our guests to help the C-Suite understand the legal, political, and economic underpinnings impacting the 21st intercontinental business landscape in which they operate. In Episodes 55 , we checked in with our resident European Union affa...

Approaching organizational integrity to resolve reputational threats before and after they may occur requires accounting for corporate values, public trust, corporate stakeholders, and reputation while seeking out and handling corporate issues. To aid multinational companies with any such assessments, the Organizational Integrity Group at Sheppard Mullin was created by my guests today, Jonathan Ar...

From payments using bitcoin to smart contracts, blockchain technologies are revolutionizing how business is done in every industry. As blockchain technologies continue to mature, we're exploring the latest developments in the use of bitcoin, cryptocurrencies, and other blockchain technologies by multinational companies. Joining me for this episode is Jim Gatto. Jim is a partner in the Intellectual...

Successful litigation doesn't simply depend on obtaining a favorable judgment, but it rests on the ability to enforce that judgment. When it comes to international business relationships, what should multi-national businesses know about the enforcement of foreign judgments in the U.S. or the enforcement of U.S. judgments in foreign countries? We're joined by international arbitration attorney Neil...

This episode originally aired as Episode 40 on June 19, 2019 Less than a year following our first discussion about the U.S.- China trade war, we're revisiting the topic with former guest Scott Maberry. We're examining whether fears of China becoming a dominant world economic player are as accurate and threatening as many believe. We're also taking a closer look at some of the unanticipated and une...

With the new European Commissioner gearing up to begin her five-year leadership term and a Brexit deal on the horizon, we're checking in on the state of affairs in the European Union ("EU") with our two EU experts, Isabelle Rahman and Oliver Heinisch. Isabelle Rahman is a partner in the Antitrust and Competition Practice Group in the firm's Brussels office. She has substantial experience in the ap...

In this recap episode, I'm extracting the valuable lessons shared by our guests in the prior 5 episodes. I offer my two cents about the practical advice shared by our guests to help the C-Suite understand the legal, political, and economic underpinnings impacting the 21st intercontinental business landscape in which they operate. In Episodes 49 , we addressed the economics of healthcare consolidat...

Elizabeth Frazee and Jon Meyer join us with updates on the Legislative and Congressional branches of government. We discuss the current Presidential impeachment inquiries, the USMCA deal status, and how the impeachment inquiry will affect the government's ability to get work done. Elizabeth Frazee is the Co-Founder and CEO of Twin Logic Strategies, a boutique government relations firm. Elizabeth w...

As technology continues to grow and evolve, its impact on the music industry and the way artists create and distribute their art has been monumental. In this episode, we're exploring the changes that are taking place in the music industry brought about by the rise of streaming services, the proliferation of artists, and new laws and regulations. Joining me for this conversation is Sid Fohrman. Sid...

We've explored the topic of crisis management in a prior episode but now we turn our attention to how C-Suite members can handle crises when they're within their own governance structure. What happens when a company's Board of Directors must step in to help lead the organization in a time of change? Whether you're a company of two or 20,000, we're discussing what corporate leaders need to know to...