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28 Sep Bill Russo is the Shanghai-based Founder and CEO of Automobility Limited, a strategy and investment advisory firm helping its clients to build and profit from the future of mobility. His over 40 years of industry experience includes 15 years as an automotive executive with Chrysler, including 21 years of experience in China and Asia. He has also worked nearly 12 years in the electronics and information technology industries with IBM and Harman.He has worked as an advisor and consultant for numerous multinational and local Chinese firms in the formulation and implementation of their global market and product strategies. Bill currently serves as a board director and board advisor for several automotive suppliers and mobility technology startups. Bill is also the Chairman of the Automotive Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai.In his current role, Bill advises start-ups, corporations, and investors on how to maximize their participation in China’s Smart Mobility Revolution. To achieve success, he believes they must expand their focus from the product (the automobile) to the utility derived from the product (“automobility”) and create a business model and digital ecosystem optimized to provide digitally enabled solutions for both car owners and mobility services users.Bill was previously the regional head of Chrysler in Northeast Asia, where he successfully negotiated agreements with partners and obtained required approvals from the China government to bring six new vehicle programs to the market in a three-year period, while concurrently establishing an infrastructure for local sourcing and sales distribution.Bill has a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Columbia University in New York, and a Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Bill is a highly sought after opinion leader on the development of the China market and the automotive industry.Bill is a contributing author to the book Selling to China: Stories of Success, Failure, and Constant Change (2023), where he describes how China has become the most commercially innovative place to do business in the world’s auto industry – and why those hoping to compete globally must continue to be in the market.Topic：Selling to China:Bill talks about navigating the complexities of the Chinese market. Drawing from his extensive experience, Bill explores effective strategies for entering and expanding within China’s dynamic and rapidly evolving business landscape. From market entry approaches to understanding consumer behavior and regulatory considerations, Bill provides actionable advice tailored to businesses aiming to succeed in China. Building a Sustainable Future:With a keen focus on sustainability, Bill provides insights into the critical role that industries play in shaping a sustainable future. Through discussions on innovative technologies, business models, and policy initiatives driving sustainability efforts, Bill highlights the intersection of environmental responsibility and economic growth. By inspiring corporate audiences to embrace sustainability as a core principle, Bill encourages businesses across various sectors to prioritize long-term success through sustainable practices.Innovation and Future Mobility:Bill explores the future of mobility and the role of innovation in shaping the automotive industry. He discusses trends such as electric vehicles, autonomous driving, and shared mobility, highlighting their implications for business models, urban planning, and sustainability. Bill inspires corporate audiences to embrace innovation as a driver of growth and competitiveness in the evolving mobility ecosystem. Please scan the below QR code for more details on London Speaker Bureau Asia’s official site:

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About the Event "New Energy Summit 2024 - Powering Tomorrow: Exploring the Frontiers of New Energy," an exciting and thought-provoking event that will delve into the limitless possibilities of sustainable power, will be held on 3 October, 2024 in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Bill Russo, Founder and...

28 Sep Bill Russo on London Speaker Bureau Asia Speaker List

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Bill Russo is the Shanghai-based Founder and CEO of Automobility Limited, a strategy and investment advisory firm helping its clients to build and profit from the future of mobility. His over 40 years of industry experience includes 15 years as an automotive executive with Chrysler,...

28 Sep Politico : Volkswagen is the anti-Tesla and China is to blame

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Media Source : Politico The German carmaker faces a triple threat from China, a lagging EV transition and labor worries. POLITICO September 16, 2024 BY JORDYN DAHL In Volkswagen’s heyday at the turn of the decade, then-CEO Herbert Diess and Tesla chief Elon Musk had an unusual bromance, often heaping...

17 Sep Motor Trend : Reimagining Transportation | Coding the Car 2.0 | MotorTrend

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Media Source : Motor Trend Click here to the Audio Link There is a new chapter being written in our automotive history. Coding the Car 2.0 reveals the transformation taking place in the industry, with software taking the driver’s seat! Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) are evolving cars into...

17 Sep The Path to Globalization of China’s Automotive Industry [2024]

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September 9, 2024by Bill Russo, Benjamin Fan and Lorenzo Song Opening Comments from Bill Russo:In early 2009, shortly after resigning from my position as head of Chrysler’s business in North East Asia, I founded an Asia-based consultancy called Synergistics Limited. It was my way of staying...

17 Sep TechNode BUZZ: The Race to a Sustainable Future

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Click here to the Audio Link In a groundbreaking shift, China’s automotive sector has evolved from a conventional manufacturing hub to a digital innovation pioneer. This transformation is redefining vehicle design, manufacturing processes, and their seamless integration into the expanding digital ecosystem. At the premiere TechNode BUZZ event...

17 Sep From Smart EV to Smart Grid: The Internet of Energy Ecosystem

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September 2, 2024By Bill Russo, Jackie Tang and Jayce Lu Since the beginning of this century, China has adopted electrification of mobility as a national strategy to enhance its energy security. The country currently imports about 70% of its oil, making it heavily dependent on foreign...

08 Sep The Financial Times : Elon Musk’s China dream stalls as hybrids rush past Tesla

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Media Source : The Financial Times Consumers shift to plug-in models from local rivals such as BYD September 6, 2024 by Edward White in Shanghai Chinese car buyers are shunning Tesla as rival manufacturers flood the world’s largest car market with more advanced electric vehicle models. The US company’s share...

04 Sep Bill Russo to speak at TechNode Buzz on Sep 4, 2024

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📅 Date and Time: Wednesday, September 4, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. 📍 Location: Room 401, Building T, 1618 Yishan Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai.📌 Agenda: 7:55-8:00 AM: Doors open. Arrive early to grab the best seat and connect with fellow tech enthusiasts. 8:00-8:10 AM: Welcome session led by our team. 8:10-8:25...

28 Sep Bill Russo on London Speaker Bureau Asia Speaker List

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28 Sep Bill Russo on London Speaker Bureau Asia Speaker List

28 Sep Politico : Volkswagen is the anti-Tesla and China is to blame

17 Sep Motor Trend : Reimagining Transportation | Coding the Car 2.0 | MotorTrend

17 Sep The Path to Globalization of China’s Automotive Industry [2024]

17 Sep TechNode BUZZ: The Race to a Sustainable Future

17 Sep From Smart EV to Smart Grid: The Internet of Energy Ecosystem

08 Sep The Financial Times : Elon Musk’s China dream stalls as hybrids rush past Tesla

04 Sep Bill Russo to speak at TechNode Buzz on Sep 4, 2024

24 Aug State of China’s Auto Market – August 2024

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