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THE AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN SHANGHAI COMMUNITY | CONNECTIVITY | CONTENT AMCHAM SHANGHAI OVERVIEW For over 100 years, AmCham Shanghai has been a dynamic and thriving business service organizaon dedicated to the success and growth of our members. From the smallest of start-ups to the largest global mulnaonal corporaons we provide a wealth of programs, services and resources for our members to help drive their businesses forward. Providing a return on your membership investment is at the forefront of all we do. We look forward to welcoming you as a new member soon. MEMBERSHIP GUIDE WHO WE ARE 1,500+ Corporate Members 20 Industry Commiees WHAT WE DO Business Resources Events & Networking Government Affairs Industry Commiees U.S. Corporate Visa Program GPS Program CEO Advisory Series Trade & Investment Center CSR Markeng & Sponsorship Member Rewards Club Career Catalyst Medical Insurance University Briefings Professional Development AmCham Plus 103 Years Of Service 3,000+ Total Members Staff Professional Other Sr. Manager/Director Manager Senior Execuve (CxO, VP, Country Head) General Manager/ Managing Director

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THE AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN SHANGHAI

COMMUNITY | CONNECTIVITY | CONTENT

AMCHAM SHANGHAI OVERVIEW

For over 100 years, AmCham Shanghai has been a dynamic and thriving business service organization dedicated to the success

and growth of our members. From the smallest of start-ups to the largest global multinational corporations we provide a wealth

of programs, services and resources for our members to help drive their businesses forward. Providing a return on your

membership investment is at the forefront of all we do. We look forward to welcoming you as a new member soon.

MEMBERSHIP GUIDE

WHO WE ARE

1,500+ Corporate Members

20 Industry

Committees

WHAT WE DO

Business

Resources

Events &

Networking

Government

Affairs

Industry

Committees

U.S. Corporate

Visa Program

GPS

Program

CEO

Advisory Series

Trade &

Investment Center

CSR Marketing &

Sponsorship

Member

Rewards Club

Career

Catalyst

Medical

Insurance

University

Briefings

Professional

Development

AmCham

Plus

103 Years Of Service

3,000+ Total

Members

Staff Professional

Other Sr. Manager/Director

Manager

Senior Executive

(CxO, VP, Country

Head) General Manager/

Managing Director

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BUSINESS RESOURCES

Trusted information is key to any successful business. From our daily WeChat updates to our annual China Business Report we

constantly strive to provide our members with timely content that is relevant to their business operations here in China.

Daily WeChat

Updates

Bi-Monthly

Insight Magazine

Annual China

Business Report

EVENTS & NETWORKING

We host over 450 events each year. Whether you are looking for the latest tips on utilizing WeChat, briefings on new policies

and regulations, guidance on how to become a better leader, expert advice on the Chinese consumer market and everything

in between we’ve got you covered. Networking time is built into all of our events.

Weekly Email

Briefing

Podcast

Interviews

Videos

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

The government affairs and advocacy program provides member companies with information on key U.S. and Chinese policies

that may impact their operations here in China. We advocate on behalf of our member companies to improve the foreign

business environment in China and present information on the challenges facing companies to decision-makers in the U.S. and

China. We also act as a bridge to connect member companies with key government regulators and officials.

Major events and programs include:

2017 Event Count by Category

Committees Nanjing/Suzhou BD/Marketing

Government Affairs General/Special Other Events

157 112 94

60 28 20

D.C.

Doorknock

Government

Appreciation

Dinner

Government

Affairs

Committee

Provincial

Government

Delegations

Government

Affairs

Conference

Trade Facilitation

Taskforce

Expert Policy

Briefings

Meetings with

High-Level U.S.

and Chinese Officials

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INDUSTRY COMMITTEES

AmCham Shanghai’s 20 industry-specific Committees are intrinsic to the Chamber’s mission of promoting a healthy business

environment for American companies operating in China. From small-scale roundtables to cross-industry conferences,

committees connect members, provide an avenue for accessing cutting-edge business intelligence and trends, build awareness

and clarify on key issues, and support government advocacy efforts. They also create a platform for members to learn from

thought leaders, share best practices, and network with industry peers.

U.S. CORPORATE VISA PROGRAM (CVP)

AmCham’s CVP facilitates U.S. visas for participating

Corporate Member companies’ direct employees and their

family members. In cooperation with the U.S. Consulate

General Shanghai, the program provides simplified document

review, expedited visa appointment interviews, access to all

U.S. non-immigration visa types, and an excellent success

rate for applicants. (Additional fees apply for this program.)

Apply for all

non-

immigration

visa types

High success

rate for

applicants

Simplified

documents

and process

Expedited

appointments

for visa

interviews

AUTOMOTIVE CORPORATE

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

EDUCATION ENVIRONMENTAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

FINANCIAL SERVICES

FOOD AGRICULTURE &

BEVERAGE

FUTURE LEADERS

HEALTHCARE GOVERNMENT

AFFAIRS

HUMAN RESOURCES

LEGAL MARKETING

& MEDIA REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION

MANUFACTURERS’ BUSINESS COUNCIL

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

SUPPLY CHAIN

TAX WOMEN’S EXECUTIVE NETWORK

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

GOVERNMENT POLICY SUPPORT (GPS) PROGRAM

The GPS Program is dedicated to helping members navigate the impact of

government policy on business. Drawing from the knowledge of industry

experts, academics, and government officials, GPS provides members with

the latest policy developments and valuable insight into how these translate

into commercial opportunities and challenges for companies. (Additional fees

apply for this program.)

Quarterly Briefings and Publications

From Industry Experts

Chamber Delegations to Government Agencies

Exclusive In-House Meetings With Government Officials

Ad-hoc Support From GPS Helpdesk

Quarterly Briefings and Publications

From Industry Experts

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CEO ADVISORY SERIES

The CEO Advisory Series is offered to select CXOs of leading enterprises in China. Every quarter our programming provides

participants with expert perspectives on China’s economy and business trends. Senior company officers can exchange ideas

and experiences with peers in a focused environment. The program includes a monthly newsletter, talk write-ups, and CXO

members can choose to attend up to 20 curated programs per year. (Additional fees apply for this program.)

TRADE & INVESTMENT CENTER (TIC)

The TIC is a two-way hub of resources and referrals for U.S. companies interested in the China market and a gateway to the

United States for Chinese companies. The TIC platform is intended for U.S. companies of all sizes that are either operating in

or planning to enter the China market, as well as Chinese companies planning an expansion to the U.S. market. The TIC

accomplishes its mission through the use of three platforms: its physical center, its virtual center, and TIC Events.

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)

Our CSR activities provide member companies with the latest information on

CSR trends and access to influential CSR organizations. CSR is broadly defined

as the concept that corporations should commit to ethical, responsible

business practices and give back to the community where they operate.

AmCham Shanghai’s CSR program includes the Business Council for

Sustainability, CSR Conference and Awards, and the annual Charity Gala.

Since 2002, AmCham Shanghai’s CSR initiatives have lead to nearly 12 million

RMB being donated to local charities.

CEO Peer-to-Peer

Roundtables

Academic

Viewpoints

U.S. Government

Policy Updates

Outlooks by

Leading Economists

Meetings with

Government Officials

Global CEO

Roundtables

Chinese CEO

Summits

Professional Notes

Distributed After

Each Event

TIC Events include:

• Industrial Park Series

• SME Seminar Series

• Business Alliance Network

• Outbound Investment Forum

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MARKETING & SPONSORSHIP

Our well-established communication channels and events provide an opportunity to showcase your company to the business

community in Shanghai. We offer a wide selection of options to help promote your business and reach your target audience.

From traditional print publications and digital media to specialized industry events and large scale community events we are

sure to have something to fit your needs and budget.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

In Shanghai’s fast-paced business environment, a boost in professional skills can provide an invaluable advantage over your

competition. The AmCham Shanghai calendar is packed with education and training events, including: half-day and full-day

training sessions, Lunch & Learn Sessions, and Master Classes. These professional development events are conveniently

hosted at the AmCham Shanghai office, cover both theory and practice, and offer a wide range of topics. (Extra fees apply for

training courses.)

CAREER CATALYST

The Career Catalyst program is designed to help member companies find the

talent they need to thrive in Shanghai. Apart from the traditional recruiting

method, the program gives members access to a set of

innovative solutions to help significantly improve recruiting

outcomes.

• Leverage the brand strength of our 1,500+ member

companies to attract attention to your open positions

• Search the growing Career Catalyst resume database

• Build a WeChat enabled social recruiting platform

• Members can post up to 12 jobs per year for free

Website 20,000+

Visitors per month

WeChat 16,000+

Subscribers

Insight Magazine 5,800+

Printed Copies + Digital Version

Spotlight Session Targeted Audience

Event Sponsorship 14,000+ Attendees

450+ Events per Year

President’s Circle Year Round Recognition

COMMUNICATION LEADERSHIP INFLUENCING INTERPERSONAL

SKILLS

HARD

SKILLS

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MEDICAL INSURANCE

The Medical Benefits program provides quality insurance options

exclusively to members. Partnering with Martec, the program offers an

innovative new approach that leverages the size and reputation of the

AmCham Shanghai membership to provide access to insurance products

at a significant discount. The program is designed to be flexible and

meet the unique needs of both companies and individuals.

UNIVERSITY BRIEFINGS

The University Briefing program provides students interested in international business the opportunity to gain insights on

business operations and government policies from AmCham Shanghai’s senior staff as well as top level member company

representatives. In addition to learning about AmCham Shanghai’s role in the U.S.—China business and policy realm they also

learn about many other topics important to understanding the path to success for companies operating in China.

MEMBER REWARDS CLUB

The Member Rewards program offers our AmCham Shanghai member

companies the opportunity to share special promotions with all our members.

This program provides great exposure for the participating companies as well

as significant savings for all our card holding members on Bars & Restaurants,

Hotels & Travel, Business & Retail Services, Sports & Lifestyle, Medical

Services, Education, Online Shopping, Media, and more

SENIOR LOCAL

EXPATRIATE MEDICAL

LOCAL STAFF MEDICAL

LIFE INSURANCE

AD&D INSURANCE

EMPLOYER LIABILITY

TRAVEL INSURANCE

China’s Political System U.S.-China Relations China’s Economic Landscape Doing Business in China Government Advocacy

One Belt One Road Made in China 2025 China Business Report Briefings on Recent Events China Industry Updates

AMCHAM PLUS

AmCham Plus extends your membership reach to include four

other AmChams in Greater China. In addition to the full benefits

from AmCham Shanghai you can also receive:

• Access the Membership Directory of all five chambers

• Publications, notices, business intelligence and eventinvitations from across the region.

• Event access throughout Greater China at local member ratesas well as discounts on publications, advertising rates andmore

HONG KONG

Additional program fees apply for AmCham Plus

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BOARD OF GOVERNORS

The AmCham Shanghai Board of Governors provides general oversight and strategic direction of the Chamber’s activities. The 11

Governors are elected by voting members to staggered two-year terms. The Board has four officers: a Chair, two Vice Chairs and

a Treasurer. The Chair serves a two-year term but other officers serve one-year terms. Two Honorary Governors are also

appointed yearly from the U.S. Consulate General in Shanghai.

OFFICERS GOVERNORS Tom WardPresidentPIM China Ltd.

Grace XiaoHead of Global Public Private Partnerships

UCB Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Simon Yang President, Asia Pacific APTIV

HONORARY GOVERNORS Christopher AllisonPolitical and Economic Chief U.S. Consulate General Shanghai

Jonathan Heimer Principal Commercial Officer U.S. Consulate General Shanghai

BOARD COUNSEL Walker J. Wallac Partner & Chief RepresentativeO'Melveny & Myers LLP

CHAIR Eric Zheng

VICE CHAIR Eddie Chan Senior Vice President FedEx Express

VICE CHAIR Christine Lam CEO Citibank (China) Co., Ltd.

TREASURER Helen Hu Citibank (China) Co., Ltd.

GOVERNORS Tony AcciaritoPresidentThermo Fisher Scientific China

David A. Basmajian Director, Internal Comm. Shanghai Disney Resort

Han LinDeputy General ManagerWells Fargo Bank, N.A. Shanghai Branch

Michael J. RosenthalPresidentUS Green Solutions

We hope you will consider joining our more than 1,500 corporate members and 3,000+ total members. Whether you own a

small business, run a large foreign multinational corporation or operate a Chinese owned company we have membership

options for you.

Visit https://www.amcham-shanghai.org/en/membership for more information and to meet the Membership team.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai

Shanghai Centre | Suite 568, 1376 Nanjing Road West | Shanghai 200040 China

Tel: (86 21) 6279 7119 | Fax: (86 21) 6279 7643 | Website: www.amcham-shanghai.org