APSA in Action! My Chat with American High School Scholars in Beijing on a Study Abroad Program.
James Vena
Visionary Founder | Wall Street Veteran | CIO and Board Advisor (undisclosed) | Business Development, Global Growth and M & A Strategist | Author of The Entrepreneurs Edge
Update - On January 4th I was appointed Chairman of APSA's board as this prestigious organization embarks upon its milestone 10 year anniversary of helping under-privileged scholars reach their potential.
Feb 27th, 2018 - I have been asked (and accepted) to take on the role as interim President to help guide the executive team in realizing the end result of the vision and new missions set forth by our newly formed board.
This past summer, I was invited to speak to a group of mostly under-privileged high school scholars from the USA that were invited to Beijing, China on a study abroad program hosted by Americans Promoting Study Abroad (APSA).
"Throughout our global education and youth empowerment programs, APSA Scholars take part in tailored professional development activities which include connecting with mentors and speakers like James Vena.
In these video's James shared his experiences as a young global trader in China and more importantly highlighted the importance of; Cultural Awareness, Global Citizenship, The Value of Intellectual Humility, Socially Responsible Entrepreneurship, Articulate Communication, Time Management, Success, Overcoming Failure and Lifestyle Choices." said Jennifer De Rose, Executive Director, APSA
Learn more about APSA https://www.slideshare.net/JenniferDeRose/americans-promoting-study-abroad-apsa-introduction
The six video lectures can be seen individually in short clips here:
1: Intellectual Humility & Social Entrepreneurship - https://youtu.be/ombhX8r1cH0?list=PLZ88b6BMUnGLFHh-oDPSmd9_1rKRF9Z_g
2: Disruptive Innovation & Time Management - https://youtu.be/sqUR_D7aJZI?list=PLZ88b6BMUnGLFHh-oDPSmd9_1rKRF9Z_g
3: Achieving Success & Life Priorities - https://youtu.be/LbQt00esT0U?list=PLZ88b6BMUnGLFHh-oDPSmd9_1rKRF9Z_g
4: Key to Social Networking & Building Relationships - https://youtu.be/2c6f3QJJ8H0?list=PLZ88b6BMUnGLFHh-oDPSmd9_1rKRF9Z_g
5: Creating a Pitch Deck for Early Stage Investment - https://youtu.be/2IPN2J58Xx0?list=PLZ88b6BMUnGLFHh-oDPSmd9_1rKRF9Z_g
6: Overcoming Failure to Find Success - https://youtu.be/YW0lCf7DlnQ?list=PLZ88b6BMUnGLFHh-oDPSmd9_1rKRF9Z_g
Watch the 42 minute video collage of the six clips in one viewing here: https://youtu.be/sCeH-8uHHzQ
Please consider making a contribution to APSA and investing in the future! No Contribution is too Small! Learn more here https://www.slideshare.net/JenniferDeRose/the-apsa-scholarship-fund
About the Lecturer/Author - James Vena has recently been appointed as the Chairman of the Board for Americans Promoting Study Abroad (APSA)
James is an innovative thinker and global entrepreneur who has influenced key decision-makers around the globe in strategic development, growth, leadership and investment. He is respected for his unique and global perspectives, big ideas, team building, partnerships and methodical execution of a strategic plan.
Since retiring as the Founder/CEO of a well-established global trade house, James has earned a strong reputation as an adviser to a wide array of business entities around the globe. James’ s career started as a China trader of commodities in the early 1980's for a large trading house. He left his job to start his own trading company at 26.
Over the next 20 years he developed the company (SATCORP) into an internationally recognized entity with offices in 15 countries, achieving sales over USD 1 Billion before it was sold. After taking a sabbatical in 2005 to care for his cancer stricken wife and help raise his two children, James decided to re-enter the business world in 2010.
Since, he started a few ventures, been retained as an adviser to several businesses around the globe, headed a globalization, restructuring and rebranding effort, advised on several mergers and acquisitions and continue to do so as an independent consultant and advisory board member.
James’s entrepreneurial mindset combined with a gift of articulation and unique style of communication enables him to turn ideas into easy to understand and marketable undertakings.
Mr. Vena is an ethical culturist that practices benevolent capitalism and teaches socially conscience entrepreneurship. He attributes his successes to his mentors and practicing of intellectual humility. He also now mentors these core principals to groups, individual and aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide. James is also the author of the best selling book The Entrepreneurs Edge
Learn more about the book The Entrepreneur's Edge here: www.outskirtspress.com/theentrepreneursedge
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Visionary Founder | Wall Street Veteran | CIO and Board Advisor (undisclosed) | Business Development, Global Growth and M & A Strategist | Author of The Entrepreneurs Edge
7 年Jen, it was truly a pleasure. I enjoyed working with you in preparation of the event, the event itself and I continue to enjoy working with you in its aftermath. These young adults and the APSA organization itself, are very lucky to have you and your committed work ethic on their side. Your professionalism and work ethic is only eclipsed by your passion, genuineness and eagerness to learn and share. You are a great example of the idea of trying to be better than yourself and no one else, every day. You practice Intellectual Humility, Global Citizenship and Social Responsibility to go long with your intelligence and kindness. Yes, you and your program get a ringing endorsement from me! Lets not omit the students that quite frankly were just tremendous. After my involvement with your program (its the first time I spoke to High School-ers in such a setting) I am now getting more and more committed to further spreading my message of Socially Responsible Leadership, Global Citizenship, Socially Responsible Entrepreneurship, Benevolent Capitalism and Erasing the Lines that Divide Us, all of course revolving around the foundations of my brand of Intellectual Humility and Genuinely Passionate Communication. It inspires me to inspire others! Lets do it again and let your team and students know, that I am here to help. All they need to do is just give me a call! Best!
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7 年Thank you so much James for sharing these video highlights that focus on the essential topics that were discussed during the 2 hour video conference call with our young Scholars Demola Ogunnaike Heather H. Manuljie H. Allison Hastings-Wottowa Brooklynne Wilson to name a few. We are all so grateful for your time and continued support.
Mentor & Prosperity Coach
7 年Wow James, all videos very helpful (esp. on Passion, Integrity, Intellectual Humility, Social Networking & Building Relationships), my favorite video: "Overcoming Failure to Find Success"; Our Hats Off to You, With Deep Gratitude!