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LINKS FROM TODAY’S EPISODE

Read the full transcript from Roger’s interview
Roger’s bio at HKUST
Tanoto Asian Family Business and Entrepreneurship Studies
Thompson Center for Business Case Studies

DETAILED SHOW NOTES(00:43) Introduction to Furquan Kidwai

[0:00:44] Jay’s introduction of Roger
[0:01:30] Roger’s self-introduction  — born in the US, then he returned to China with his parents after WWII
[0:04:57] Why Roger’s family decided to return to the US in 1951…and the only job his father could find was waiting tables
[0:07:07] Roger’s education and time in the NROTC
[0:09:24] Roger’s career path
[0:10:01] Roger returned to Asia, this time to Hong Kong
[0:14:30] The three P’s of family wealth
[0:19:19] How to prevent family squabbles and ensure harmony in wealthy families
[0:25:52] When the next generation isn’t interested in the family business…
[0:30:17] Four key characteristics for selecting a successor
[0:32:58] Roger’s outlook on the future of the Chinese family office
[0:36:10] About the Tanoto Asian Family Business and Entrepreneurship Studies