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<p><span style="color: rgb(33, 52, 58);">Guests from all kinds of ventures -- large and small companies, nonprofits, consultants and others – showcase their careers, experiences, cultural challenges, what’s worked and what hasn’t – as they enter new global markets.&nbsp;</span></p>

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August 25, 2023

Rescuing 5,000 Victims from Sex Traffickers with Paul Hutchinson, Founder of the Child Liberation Foundation

<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Paul Hutchinson, the primary investor and executive producer of the film </span>Sound of Freedom <span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">which is a composite of various true stories, played a critical role in the rescue of over 120 victims in Colombia from child trafficking organizations.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">That event inspired him to start the Child Liberation Foundation, an organization actively involved in the fight against child trafficking, a form of modern slavery which engulfs over 10 million children worldwide…. including in hundreds of US communities large and small. Paul has led or held a critical role in over 70 undercover rescue missions in 15 countries, and&nbsp; has contributed to or been directly involved in the rescue of over 5,000 children.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Paul started his career as the co-founder of Bridge Investment Group Partners, a US real estate firm which now has over $48 billion in assets under management and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange as BRDG. His interview also describes how Bridge attracted international investors and addressed their primary concerns.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Highlights:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{04:52} How to start a business and attract international investors.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{14:58} The Child Liberation Fund</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{17:55} Stories of children rescued.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{25:54} How to get the skills needed to rescue children from a trafficking network.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{31:39} Rehabilitating children after they are rescued.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{42:19} Threats against your life when you are fighting sex trafficking.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Paul Hutchinson bio:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Paul Hutchinson is the primary investor and Executive Producer of the film “Sound of Freedom'' starring Jim Caviezel, Mira Sorvino, Manny Perez, and Bill Camp. The film highlights the story of a former homeland security agent and the rescue of over 120 victims in Colombia from a child trafficking organization – one of the largest child rescues in history. Paul himself held a pivotal role in the rescue and, in the movie, his part is played by the well-known Mexican actor and producer Eduardo Verástegui.&nbsp; In the years after that mission, Paul founded the Child Liberation Foundation, an organization actively involved in the fight against child trafficking, and has led or held a critical role in over 70 undercover rescue missions in 15 countries. In total, Paul has contributed to or been directly involved in rescuing over 5,000 children.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Connect with Paul:</strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Website:</strong><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><a href="https://liberating-humanity.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://liberating-humanity.com</a></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">LinkedIn:</strong><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulhutch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulhutch</a><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Sound of Freedom Movie</strong><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">: </span><a href="https://www.angel.com/watch/sound-of-freedom" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.angel.com/watch/sound-of-freedom</a></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Operation Toussaint Movie</strong><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q8dYM90PJA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q8dYM90PJA</a></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Hear more episodes:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://auerbach-intl.com/podcasts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://auerbach-intl.com/podcasts</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn more about Auerbach International:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://auerbach-intl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://auerbach-intl.com</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Get free quote:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://auerbach-intl.com/get-quote/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://auerbach-intl.com/get-quote/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Global Marketing requests:&nbsp;</span><a href="mailto:globalmktg@auerbach-intl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">globalmktg@auerbach-intl.com</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Get the insurance settlement you deserve:&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.igicworldwide.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">www.IGICworldwide.com</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Business Intelligence and growth:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://form.jotform.com/230066673491155" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">Rainmakers' Forum Report Order Form</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">DanSing Pancakes. Great song and book to teach kids to resist drugs, drink and smoking … and make healthy life choices: &nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.dansingpancakes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">www.DanSingPancakes.com</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WorldUpstart, Build the Strategy, Connection, and Roadmap to enter the U.S. market: </span><a href="https://www.worldupstart.com/online-program" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.worldupstart.com/online-program</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Mastering Cultural Differences. Help employees feel valued, respected and wanting to stay: </span><a href="https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Global Academy. Avoid cultural misunderstandings and gaffes with employees and clients: </span><a href="https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/the-global-academy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/the-global-academy</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">To register for Global Academy:&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/offers/zCNb6YoX/checkout?preview=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/offers/zCNb6YoX/checkout?preview=true</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">***&nbsp;</span><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">For Global Gurus listeners only, enter coupon code&nbsp;GG50&nbsp;for $50 off the course registration.</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Facebook:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/auerbach.intl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.facebook.com/auerbach.intl</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">LinkedIn:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/auerbach-international" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/auerbach-international</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">YouTube:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbb1Tq_Xm5c7l6qBitF78Dw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbb1Tq_Xm5c7l6qBitF78Dw</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What Global Gurus subjects would you like to learn (more) about?&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">[email return to&nbsp;</span><a href="mailto:Philip@Auerbach-Intl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">Philip@Auerbach-Intl.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">]</span></p>

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August 23, 2023

Paul Hutchinson: Preview

<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Paul Hutchinson, the primary investor and executive producer of the film </span>Sound of Freedom <span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">which is a composite of various true stories, played a critical role in the rescue of over 120 victims in Colombia from child trafficking organizations.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">That event inspired him to start the Child Liberation Foundation, an organization actively involved in the fight against child trafficking, a form of modern slavery which engulfs over 10 million children worldwide…. including in hundreds of US communities large and small. Paul has led or held a critical role in over 70 undercover rescue missions in 15 countries, and&nbsp; has contributed to or been directly involved in the rescue of over 5,000 children.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Paul started his career as the co-founder of Bridge Investment Group Partners, a US real estate firm which now has over $48 billion in assets under management and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange as BRDG. His interview also describes how Bridge attracted international investors and addressed their primary concerns. </span></p><p><br></p><p>{You can hear the full episode on Friday August 25th} </p>

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August 18, 2023

Advantages of Mexico, with Richardo Franco Romo of PRODENSA

<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Richardo Franco Romo, Global Commercial Director of PRODENSA, explains the many advantages of setting up operations in Mexico, a significant investment destination for US and foreign companies due to its strong economy, stable macroeconomic factors and vastly improved infrastructure. In 2023, Mexican exports were $500 billion with 86% coming to the US.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ricardo also shares the many special bonuses that employees receive; issues of corporate governance and taxation; and various HR laws for vacations, maternity/paternity leave, healthcare, among others. As a largely top-down, paternalistic work environment, the family plays a key role in employee retention programs (such as grocery coupons) and bonuses paid for punctuality and transportation.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Culturally, the concept of time (“Ahorita”) has multiple meanings and East Asian manufacturers, especially Koreans, face particular challenges. Nevertheless, the workforce is extremely productive; technical talent is abundant and growing; the threats of bribery and extortion are real but less than 2% of GDP; and salaries/wages remain far lower than in Europe, the US or Canada.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Highlights:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{01:57} The benefits for companies to set up operations in Mexico</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{08:21} Maquiladora factories in Mexico</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{14:38} Mexican laws foreign investors need to be aware of</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{21:48} Cultural issues in Mexico&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{30:26} Top-down cultures in Mexico</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{31:55} The most difficult countries PRODENSA counsels</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">{42:35} The fear of bribery, extortion, kidnapping, etc. in Mexico</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ricard Franco bio:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ricardo Franco is the Global Commercial Director of Grupo PRODENSA, a firm that has helped with the start-up or expansion of over 1000 projects in Mexico and operates in 25 countries. PRODENSA’s services involve establishing inbound manufacturing operations, handling HR and taxes, regulatory compliance, job hiring, and many other functions.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ricardo holds a degree in Global Business from the University of Monterrey in Mexico. He brings over ten years of experience in business development and attraction of foreign investment. Ricardo specializes in strategic planning for the growth and establishment of manufacturing and service companies in North America. He is a global speaker, addressing topics such as foreign investment, new business creation, talent attraction, and global mobility.</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Connect with Ricardo:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Website:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.prodensa.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.prodensa.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">LinkedIn:&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardofrancoromo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">www.linkedin.com/in/ricardofrancoromo</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Instagram:&nbsp;</strong><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">IG: @rfranco93&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Hear more episodes:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://auerbach-intl.com/podcasts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://auerbach-intl.com/podcasts</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn more about Auerbach International:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://auerbach-intl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://auerbach-intl.com</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Get free quote:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://auerbach-intl.com/get-quote/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://auerbach-intl.com/get-quote/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Global Marketing requests:&nbsp;</span><a href="mailto:globalmktg@auerbach-intl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">globalmktg@auerbach-intl.com</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Get the insurance settlement you deserve:&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.igicworldwide.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">www.IGICworldwide.com</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Business Intelligence and growth:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://form.jotform.com/230066673491155" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">Rainmakers' Forum Report Order Form</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">DanSing Pancakes. Great song and book to teach kids to resist drugs, drink and smoking … and make healthy life choices: &nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.dansingpancakes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">www.DanSingPancakes.com</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WorldUpstart, Build the Strategy, Connection, and Roadmap to enter the U.S. market: </span><a href="https://www.worldupstart.com/online-program" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.worldupstart.com/online-program</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Mastering Cultural Differences. Help employees feel valued, respected and wanting to stay: </span><a href="https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Global Academy. Avoid cultural misunderstandings and gaffes with employees and clients: </span><a href="https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/the-global-academy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/the-global-academy</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">To register for Global Academy:&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/offers/zCNb6YoX/checkout?preview=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.masteringculturaldifferences.com/offers/zCNb6YoX/checkout?preview=true</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">***&nbsp;</span><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">For Global Gurus listeners only, enter coupon code&nbsp;GG50&nbsp;for $50 off the course registration.</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Facebook:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/auerbach.intl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.facebook.com/auerbach.intl</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">LinkedIn:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/auerbach-international" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/auerbach-international</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">YouTube:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbb1Tq_Xm5c7l6qBitF78Dw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbb1Tq_Xm5c7l6qBitF78Dw</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What Global Gurus subjects would you like to learn (more) about?&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">[email return to&nbsp;</span><a href="mailto:Philip@Auerbach-Intl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">Philip@Auerbach-Intl.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">]</span></p>

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