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Zakary Dychtwald
Transform understanding of China's rising generation with Zakary Dychtwald, speaker and strategic advisor. Zak helps global organizations navigate East-West dynamics and youth market opportunities, delivering insights across six continents for Harvard, Aspen Ideas Festival, and Fortune 500 companies.
Zak Dychtwald is the author of the acclaimed book Young China: How the Restless Generation Will Change Their Country and the World.
He is the founding CEO of Young China Global Group, a think tank and consultancy focused on bridging the understanding between Eastern and Western millennials.
Zak analyses the rise of Young China and its impact on your marketplace, workplace, and daily life, highlighting opportunities in technology, consumption, and branding.
As a strategic advisor and global keynote speaker, he shares insights on global cooperation and the youth mindset in both the East and West.
His work has been featured in the Harvard Business Review, and he has spoken at prestigious events across six continents, including Harvard University and the Aspen Ideas Festival.
Zak has been recognised as an Asia 21 Next Generation Fellow and serves as Chair of the American Chamber of Commerce Shanghai Future Leaders Committee.
Topics, sessions and talks
Zak Dychtwald explores the complexities of modern China, challenging stereotypes that limit understanding of its dynamic market. He highlights the significance of Chinese millennials, who outnumber their American counterparts fivefold, and their influence on global business. Attendees will learn about the myths surrounding this consumer class, their unique spending habits, and what they seek in products and workplaces, providing essential insights for global businesses and investors.
Zak Dychtwald explores the profound changes in China’s society and its global approach following the pandemic's lockdowns. With travel restrictions easing, he examines the government's evolving economic and social policies. Attendees will gain insights into how these shifts impact China's future interactions with the world and what this means for global dynamics moving forward.
Zak Dychtwald explores the question of whether China's youth can drive innovation, challenging the stereotype of 'Copycat China.' He delves into the social psychology behind innovation, highlighting how China's Millennials have fostered a dynamic, adaptive ecosystem. Drawing from his upcoming Harvard Business Review feature, Zak examines the country's tech and investment landscape, showcasing emerging companies and ideas. Attendees will gain insights into China's evolving role as a global innovator and the implications for the future.
Zak Dychtwald hones in on the challenges faced by companies operating between the US and China. He will explore strategies for effective collaboration in a complex landscape shaped by cultural differences and geopolitical tensions. Attendees will gain valuable insights into fostering cooperation and overcoming obstacles, equipping them with the tools needed to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Book Zak Dychtwald to gain invaluable insights into the rising influence of China's youth. His expertise bridges Eastern and Western perspectives, revealing opportunities in technology and branding. With a compelling narrative and global experience, he will inspire your team to navigate the evolving marketplace and workplace dynamics effectively.
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Zakary Dychtwald draws on primary research conducted through his think tank, Young China Global Group, to examine Chinese millennial behaviour, presenting findings through a myth-busting framework that contrasts common Western assumptions with data on spending habits, workplace expectations, and innovation trends.
Zak Dychtwald speaks on Chinese millennial consumer behaviour, the shift from imitation to innovation in China's tech landscape, and the post-pandemic evolution of China's economic and social policies. He is the author of Young China: How the Restless Generation Will Change Their Country and the World and founding CEO of Young China Global Group, a think tank and consultancy bridging Eastern and Western millennial understanding, with work featured in the Harvard Business Review and appearances at Harvard University and the Aspen Ideas Festival.
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