All New Topics: EB-5 Finance Seminar in Dallas January 16, 2013

ADVANCED & PRACTICAL IN-DEPTH EB-5 Finance Workshop

January 16, 2013 Dallas Texas ALL NEW TOPICS & UPDATES

Networking Exposure Referrals
Sales  Growth  Connections
Host & Speaker: Mr. Brian Su
 
Greenberg Traurig Expert Speakers:  Ms. Kate Kalmykovk, Of Counsel
Ms. Laura Reiff, Co-Managing Shareholder & Attorney
Mr. Steve Anapoell, Shareholder & Attorney

Guest VIP Speakers
Mr. Phil Cohen, Strategic Element Consulting
Mr. Michael Gibson, USAdvisors.org

 Register now at http://DallasEB5.eventbrite.com

Chinese investment in the U.S.

(Source: China Daily) Inbound investment from China has been steadily increasing over the last decade.  Since year 2000 through the 3rd quarter of 2012, Chinese companies have invested and/or acquired in 593 deals in the U.S. with a total value of $22.6 billion. California, New York, Texas, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, Georgia, Washington, and Virginia are the top ten states that attracted Chinese investment.  China's biggest US manufacturing investment is a $1.3 billion plant in Gregory (TX) to produce seamless-steel pipe for oil and gas.  Set for completion is in 2014, the plant will create up to 2,000 local construction jobs and 300 manufacturing jobs in its first year of operation.

Investment by Industry (in $mil)

Aero, Auto & Transport: 60 deals / $1,541
Consumer Products: 80 deals / $441
Electronic and IT: 142 deals / $3,357
Finance & Business Services: 55 deals / $348
Fossil Fuels & Chemicals" 45 deals / $8,277
Health, Bio & Pharma: 38 deals / $591
Hospitality & Real Estate: 21 deals / $3,849
Industrial Machinery: 67 deals / $3,051
Logistics: 18 deals / $23
Metals and Minerals: 22 deals / $419
Renewable Energy: 45 deals / $729

2013 Predictions: EB-5 projects in Chinese investor market

2012 has been a great year for Chinese EB-5 investors!  Chinese market continues to be the largest marketplace for EB-5 Regional Center Program. EB-5 investors in China have becoming more sophisticated than ever. Many of investors typically participated in as many as ten or more project seminars prior to making a final choice and decision. Some EB-5 regional center projects did very well in the Chinese market, just name a few such as FBI regional headquarters office building, City Market, DC Fire Station, Geothermal Power Plant, SLS Casino & Hotel, etc. Many of the popular and best selling projects are our consulting clients, we are very proud of them being successful in raising much needed EB-5 capital for the projects. New kids on the block Seattle Stadium Place, Klasuser Sawmill in FL, and direct EB-5 projects Lucky's Farmers Market (all of them are our consulting clients) are now on the right track of raising EB-5 monies as their promotional seminars are already under way in China. They will be the raising stars in 2013 spring season and will get all subscriptions sold by leading Chinese emigration agents.

Based on recent market analysis, we have made following predictions for Chinese market:  
1)  EB-5 program is the number one option for Chinese immigrant investors to consider, however many of them may choose other international programs instead, such as programs in Australia,  Cyprus, or even St. Kitts.
 
2) Hotel projects continue to occupy the majority of market share in China, however assisted living/memory care, skilled nursing facilities,  manufacturing/industrial facilities, charter schools will be becoming more popular among investors in 2013.

3) Direct EB-5 projects will be receiving extra attention from emigration brokers and investors. Direct EB-5 projects, especially name-brand franchises and chain stores, will gain additional market share in China.  

4) Projects with any potential tenant occupancy issues are not favored by Chinese emigration agents and investors. EB-5 developers shall avoid shopping centers, shopping malls, or any lease based projects at this point.  

5) Some projects will take longer to secure EB-5 funds or simply fail to raising any capital due to facing strong competitions and lack of understanding of the market mechanism.

For assistance in marketing your new EB-5 projects in China, please contact us at info@artisanbusinessgroup.com or call Tyler McKay at 217-899-6661, we are always looking for a few good projects.

China issues major holiday dates for 2013

(Source: China Daily)
The State Council has issued major holiday dates for 2013.

The New Year's Day holiday will last three days, from Jan 1 to 3, and people will need to work on Jan 5 (Saturday) and 6 (Sunday).

The Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) holiday will last seven days, from Feb 9 to 15, with Feb 16 (Saturday) and 17 (Sunday) as working days. The Spring Festival Eve falls on Feb 9.
The holiday for Tomb-Sweeping Day will be from April 4 to 6, with April 7 (Sunday) as a working day.

The holiday for Labor Day will be from April 29 to May 1, with the pervious Saturday and Sunday as working days.

The Dragon Boat Festival, which is held across China to pay homage to ancient patriotic poet Qu Yuan, will be from June 10 to 12. The previous Saturday and Sunday will be working days.
The Mid-Autumn Festival will be from Sept 19 to Sept 21. The following Sunday will be a working day.

The National Day lasts for seven days, from Oct 1 to Oct 7. The previous Sunday and the following Saturday will be working days.

Chinese investors buy American aviation service

(Source: AINOnline.com Dec 10, 2013) American International Group has agreed to sell up to a 90-percent stake in International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) to a group of Chinese investors led by Weng Xianding, the chairman of New China Trust Company, AIG announced today. For complete report, log on http://www.ainonline.com

ABG to sponsor Illinois Presidential Inaugural Celebration in DC

Mr. Brian Su, CEO of Artisan Business Group (ABG) is pleased to announce ABG's sponsorship to Illinois Presidential Inaugural Celebration in Washington DC January 20, 2013. For meeting with us in Washington DC on Jan 20, 2013, contact Mr. Tyler McKay at (217) 899-6661.

The Accelerated EB-5 Capital Raising Process announced

(Source: Brian Su) The Accelerated EB-5 Capital Raising Process - Speaking with Brian Su is a 2-day private and personalized hands-on workshop for EB-5 project developers only. There will be no outside speakers, I will personally assist you in your EB-5 project process.

Those attending will work directly with me.  I have limited the number of participants per event to no more than 7 participants. The small number allows me to personally work on each individual’s project needs. The process is efficient and compact, giving the opportunity to learn in 2 days what would normally require months. The goal is to help you supercharge your EB-5 capital raising efforts and campaign without wasting your time and resources!

I will help you create, develop and practice to implement an effective market entry strategy and capital raising plan for your current and upcoming EB-5 investment project.  Topics being addressed include, but are not limited to, the following: project marketability, fee structures, investor exit strategies, market mechanism, marketing campaign, negotiation with emigration agents, emigration agent's expectations, investor returns, risk management, and more.

Prior EB-5 knowledge and experience are not necessary.  I will be pleased to pass on my in-depth knowledge and real world practice to you if you desire to achieve financial goal and business growth.

My private workshop will take place within the confines of a luxurious hotel resort in California. Your fee includes lodging, local transportation, and meals (breakfast, luncheon, and dinner with me at some of the best restaurants in town). You shall be responsible for your own roundtrip flight expenses..

You are encouraged to enroll early, once enrolled, a check list of documents will be sent to you so that I may begin to work on your project prior to our workshop.
 

Meeting Format:

Group Learning Session;  Private One-on-One Project Session; Networking Luncheon; Group Strategy Session; Private Dinner Meeting

Registration: BrianSuSchool.com or email at info@ArtisanBusinessGroup.com

Brian Su receives 2012 US China Outstanding Contribution Award in Shanghai

(Source: US-CN.org) US-China Business Association announces the honorable recipients of the US China Outstanding Contribution Award for 2012. The following people from both the United States and China have demonstrated unrivaled commitment and dedication to their respective fields of profession and the bonds and friendship between the United States and China.

James Earl "Jimmy" Carter
39th President of the United States of America

Jackie Chan
International Kungfu Movie Star

Roel Campos
Former SEC Commissioner & the Member of US Presidential Advisory Board

Yang Zhiguang
Chinese Master Art & Art Educator

Elon Musk
Founder of Space X

Oprah Winfrey
Influential American Talk Show Host

Scott Sandell
CEO of NEA

Lin Mingde
Master of Chinese Ceramic Art

Brian Su

CEO of Artisan Business Group, Inc.

US-China Business Association is a non-profit business service organization registered in the United States of America. It was established in April 2005 at the initiatives of prominent business executives in Chicago. Its mission is to enhance the understanding of business communities from China and the United States, and to promote bilateral business exchanges and cooperation, to promote bilateral economic development and trade relations, to assist Chinese businesses to enter the U.S. market and introduce their investment into US economy, and provide guidance and services to U.S. investment in, and market entry to China.