November Dinner - full house to hear "Computing in the post-PC era"
45 local business leaders, innovators and interim managers came together for their quarterly dinner at Jesus College.
At our last dinner, which coincided with the start of the Chinese year of the Dragon, the club was led by two of its prominent members, Prof Alan Barrell and Dr Brian Cox who both have wide experience in China, on a discussion on dealing with the threats and opportunities presented by the phenomenal expansion of that country's business and influence.
Alan explained the long historical perspective of the Chinese, and of the innovation arising out of earlier periods somewhat in contrast to the suppression endured under the Mao Tse Tung regime.
Brian gave a pragmatic insight in how he learnt to manage a Chinese manufacturing operation and how those valuable lessons could be applied to those considering Chinese business opportunities.
A lively discussion ensued with members and guests debating issues ranging from the potential for true Chinese invention and innovation to the possibilities of creating viable alternatives to western capitalism.
The club hosts quarterly dinners, typically in one of the city's colleges where members come together with influential speakers.
We seek to have informed discussion, dialogue and debate around managing, building and financing businesses in the region.
