“David was a consummate professional on the trip and we all benefited as a result. It was an extraordinary experience and I think that there is no doubt that David’s organisation, warm friendly manner and “guanxi” helped everything run so smoothly. It is early days but the trick for me now is to work out how I can leverage off this first trip to continue to build relationships and ultimately begin to do some business in the region.”
Kevin Bailey, CEO, The Money Managers
“Congratulations, David, for pulling together a number of high profile industry representatives on the very informative and well organised Skandia Think Global tour of China”
Barry Lambert, Managing Director, Count Financial Limited
“This was a great trip and a terrific experience. David Thomas was able to provide a fascinating insight into Chinese politics, economics, society and culture, and an understanding of how China will influence Australia and the rest of the world. Worth every minute and every cent - a must do for all Australian business people”.
Graeme Fowler, Chief Operating Officer, Investor Group Limited
“A very well organised, enjoyable and productive week! I learnt a lot about China, its economy, people and culture. This should be a must for non-executive directors and senior executives of companies who are contemplating doing business in China or who want to better understand the impact China is going to have on the world economy in the next few decades – which should be everyone! Think Global Consulting did a wonderful job in putting it together and ensuring it ran like clockwork. Sleeping on the Great Wall was an experience I will never forget!”
Ian Martin, Company Director
“A fantastic opportunity. David's tour connected me to the core of who to talk to if wanting to do business in China. The tour opened a pipeline of opportunity that would normally take considerable time to create (if at all). One of the several highlights was sleeping on the Great Wall of China with the who's who leaders of the financial services industry in Australia. Indeed the group of people David brought together on this tour was worth going in itself.”
Paul Hardick, CEO, First Capital Financial Planning
“The carefully selected contacts (Guanxi) and the depth of resources that David brought to the study tour were outstanding. The organisation of the study tour was excellent, David’s leadership and efficiency enhanced the experience, and the camaraderie was also a highlight. On reflection two things stand out. Firstly, I achieved my goal of gaining some understanding of China, its financial services industry and their view of compliance, corporate governance and risk management. And secondly the vastness and complexities of China and its financial market has kindled a desire to explore further. The study tour exceeded my expectations. It is such an important market for Australia and we need to know more about it.”
John Taylor, CEO, Lexington Consulting
“The flow of the tour meant we were taken on a discovery journey from history, culture, critical success factors through to opportunities in the China Financial Services and Economic Market Place. The organisation and content of the Tour was outstanding and David exceeded my expectations by a long margin. Clearly he has the contacts and local knowledge to deliver a fantastic overview of the market. This is a must-do tour for anyone in the financial services sector recommending or researching managed funds investing in the China region.”
Mark Rantall, Managing Director, Godfrey Pembroke Ltd
“David’s insights, local knowledge and preparation was faultless and very professional. He delivered a high quality outcome that was of great benefit to all those who participated. The agenda had the right balance of education, contact with local business/media people and free time to enjoy China.”
Richard Borysiewicz, Head of Distribution, Skandia Australia
"'Think Global' is the ideal brand for David Thomas and his business. It aptly describes his passion to encourage Australian business people to look beyond the horizon, and to maximise the opportunities available. What's more, David delivers. I am pleased to have been part of a Think Global study tour led by David, and was impressed by every aspect of his work. I will be part of more Think Global tours."
Graham Rich, Director + Publisher, brillient! (investment publishing services)
