Website Consolidation Notice

In order to better serve our clients, we are now consolidating two business websites: ArtisanBusinessGroup.com and MidwestUSAChina.com. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@MidwestUSAChina.com

Website is Down

Our website MidwestUSAChina.com is down due to server problem. Our hosting provider is now trying to get the problem fixed this weekend. If you have any questions about our web seminar, please email: artisanbusiness@yahoo.com

Online Consulting Available

Brian Su is now available for online consultation thru email and chat. Web seminars are also offered on regular basis. Simply click "Virtual Office" icon on the blog, you will be able to request for online consultation sessions.

Introduction to China's Safety and Security Market

The web seminar will review the potential business opportunities in China's public safety and security market, and coach you on building effective network and government ties. Topics include: Overview of China's public safety and security industry; Introduction to China's major regulators; Best prospects for U.S. companies; Developing an effective business strategy; Legal Considerations, Key Cultural Issues; etc.
When: February 10, 2008 1:00-2:30 CST
Fee: $80/person
Registration: http://midwestusachina.com/china_safety.htm

Are We Ready for Chinese Tourists - Opportunities for U.S. Travel Industry

The web seminar is intended to educate U.S. tour operators, inn keepers, hospitality managers, airline executives, local government and tourism officials on the promising opportunities in China's outbound tourism. Topics include: China Outbound Tourism Market Overview, Top Destinations and Popular Activities in the U.S.,Characteristics of Chinese Tourists and their Decision Making Process, U.S. Visa Situation, Key Cultural Issues and Marketing Strategies, Partnering with Chinese Tour Operators, Q &A., etc.
When: Feb. 18, 2008 1:00-2:30 pm CST
Fee: $70/person
Registration http://midwestusachina.com/travel_seminar.htm

ABG Assists China Trade Mission Efforts

ABG has been assisting the South Dakota International Business Institute in organizing a China Trade Mission to visit the state. In partnership with China Council for the Promotion of International Business Guizhou Province Sub-council, ABG is in the process of helping to select mission delegates in China.

Caterpillar acquires Shandong Machine Maker

Caterpillar Inc said yesterday it has completed acquiring the remaining stake in a loading-machine maker in northern China, in which it took a minority stake in 2005 to support its growing customer base in the Chinese construction equipment industry.

The deal, with no financial terms disclosed, turned Shandong SEM Machinery Co a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar, the world's biggest maker of bulldozers and excavators, the Illinois-based company said.

Caterpillar bought a 40-percent stake of Shandong SEM in 2005. The acquisition of the remainder has gained approval from the Chinese government.

Shandong SEM, which produces machines used for scooping and carrying earth or coal, has a total asset of 1.6 billion yuan (US$219 million) and employs 2,200 staff, with more than 130 sales agencies around the country, according to its website.

Apart from Shandong SEM's products, Caterpillar also manufactures in China hydraulic excavators, motor graders, paving products, large diesel engines used primarily for marine and power generation applications, and generators.

These products are sold in China and other markets in the Asia Pacific region.

ABG Signed Agreement with the Law Offices of SSJ

ABG and the Law Offices of S.S.J. in Los Angeles, California, have reached a new marketing agreement. ABG will fully manage SSJ's marketing and promotion campaign to targeted audience and areas.