Christopher Marquis

In this engaging discussion, Christopher Marquis, a Professor of Chinese Management at Cambridge University and co-author of "Mao and Markets," unveils the lasting impact of Mao Zedong’s ideology on modern Chinese enterprises. He reveals how the blend of state capitalism and communist principles continues to drive China’s economic success. The conversation covers the hesitations of Chinese entrepreneurs in global markets, essential Maoist concepts for Western businesses, and the surprising entrepreneurial vibrancy of China's third front cities, all underpinned by political influences that shape the landscape.

Christopher Marquis, Sinyi Professor of Chinese Management at Cambridge, discusses how businesses privatize profits and socialize costs. They explore the societal impact of corporations shifting environmental and social costs. The conversation delves into the challenges of operating in the US-China business landscape amidst rising tensions and the need for companies to be held accountable for their actions.

In this discussion, Christopher Marquis, a professor at Cornell’s SC Johnson College of Business, delves into how Chinese communist ideology has left a lasting mark on the private sector. He highlights the evolution from Marxist-Leninist principles to today's capitalist practices, revealing the challenges entrepreneurs face in navigating government policies. Marquis also touches on how historical events like the Cultural Revolution influence contemporary business decisions and the differing perspectives of younger vs. older generations in China's complex economic landscape.