On March 30, AmCham China hosted an exciting start to the 2024 Leadership Development Program (LDP). The LDP program exposes emerging and existing community leaders to the issues facing businesses and US-China relations while challenging and engaging participants to strengthen their leadership potential.
The 2024 AmCham China Leadership Development Program (LDP) welcomed 31 representatives from 28 organizations spanning business, education, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors. Over the course of the next eight months, these participants will convene monthly to delve into topic-specific content tailored to their professional growth and the dynamic landscape of US-China relations.
Now celebrating its sixth year, the AmCham China LDP continues to provide invaluable insights and experiences. Guided by prominent leaders within the US-China business community and industry, participants will have the opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge and mentorship, enriching their professional journeys. Additionally, the program serves as an interactive platform fostering engagement, enabling participants to hone their leadership capabilities, and providing networking opportunities within the AmCham China community.
The 31 members of the AmCham China 2024 LDP class are:
The inaugural 2024 LDP session was led by the AmCham China 2024 Board of Governors’ Su Cheng Harris-Simpson, who outlined the key components of the LDP and introduced the concept of vertical leadership development. Her insightful presentation set the tone for the dynamic year ahead.
Following Su Cheng’s introduction, AmCham China President Michael Hart introduced the Chamber and the 2024 China Business Climate Survey (BCS) Report. His presentation offered a detailed overview of the business environment in China as reported by American business and provided insights to better understand the diverse dynamics that define China’s business landscape.
This year’s LDP will focus on vertical leadership development, as we strive to help prepare leaders who can thrive and navigate the complexities of modern professional landscapes. The first event of the 2024 LDP provided a glimpse of the journey ahead with the Leadership Development Program, as we look forward to more thought-provoking discussions and personal and professional growth opportunities.
Special thanks to the 2024 LDP Selection Committee:
Su Cheng Harris-Simpson – Founder and CEO of SCHSAsia; Founder and President, Women Empowerment Council
Gloria Xu – China Country Manager and Vice President, External Affairs of Albemarle
William Zarit – Senior Counselor, The Cohen Group.
About AmCham China Leadership Development Program (LDP)
The AmCham China Leadership Development Program (LDP) was launched in 2017 to build an ever-expanding group of leaders capable of carrying the AmCham China community forward. Our mission is to nurture future leaders by encouraging them to engage with members of the AmCham China community and the US-China relationship. The eight-month program selects qualified China-based applicants of both Chinese and US citizenship working in different companies, industries, and with varying experience levels. The program is designed to train professionals to become future leaders of the US-China business community and enhance the leadership mindset of program participants.
Candidates of the AmCham China Leadership Development Program will gain full exposure to the U.S.-China business community. Each month, there will be one three-hour session covering topics such as multicultural leadership, government relations in China, innovation leadership, US Embassy commercial operations, etc. Successful candidates will be awarded an “AmCham China Leadership Development Program” certificate of completion at AmCham China’s Annual General Meeting.