tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26358916491245237832024-02-19T20:02:02.835-05:00IU Kelley School of Business GLOBASE PeruUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-83110342971933301462011-03-23T20:44:00.002-05:002011-03-23T20:52:59.327-05:00Paprika and PiscosReflecting back on or time in Peru, it is difficult for Team Dirose to have envisioned a better project or better people to work with. Diego and Miguel's invention, multiple robotic arms for paprika pepper picking, could potentially revolutionize the way peppers are harvested throughout the world. We are fortunate to have had the opportunity to offer guidance for this project through Team Dirosehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18424678902339716311noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-30463492931039054332011-03-10T18:10:00.007-05:002011-03-12T09:39:18.079-05:00A pleasurable stench of "hands on" educationUnique to the GLOBASE experience is "hands on" learning about your client's product and operations. Pictured above is one team's experience at a fish processing site. Their client, Gervasi, purchases seafood from fisherman at the dock, outsources the processing of it at the site, and sells final product throughout Peru. The team must identify a "go to market" plan for Gervasi's entry into the U.SPhilip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-36563673599015634862011-03-09T12:29:00.002-05:002011-03-09T12:36:35.861-05:00From Production to the Pier: Monday March 7, 2011From the buckled highway roads going out of downtown Lima, Jose explained to us some of the unique sights demonstrating Peru’s economic takeoff. Pueblos jovenes, literally “young towns” where rural Peruvians immigrated to be closer to the city and employment, popped up from the dusty hills. On the left, hundreds of trees dotted the arid landscape as part of an environmental program to slow Mark Rossihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11270550720887346763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-85917735986229325562011-03-08T11:59:00.006-05:002011-03-08T12:24:50.759-05:00Checking in on 2010's RecommendationsOne of the downsides of MBA projects is that one rarely gets to see the outcome of a recommendation. For example, I've had the opportunity to compete in many case competitions, where the "recommendations" are merely academic exercises and will never come to fruition. I've also had internships in which I made strategic recommendations that would be implemented so far down the road it was hard toMatthewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05685768142190301469noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-80705518027119641092011-03-08T10:56:00.004-05:002011-03-10T07:25:47.282-05:00Touring the lab and selling to Mexico's former health ministerThe intersection of GLOBASE and personal transformation promised by the MBA journey is receptivity to what the experience brings you. In graduate management education, we faculty link high productivity to meticulous deciphering, forecasting, planning, and implementation – in other words, we teach managers to control their environment.Innovation and creativity, though, occur when a manager allows Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-71620224316705364522011-03-07T11:48:00.005-05:002011-03-07T12:16:43.576-05:00Off to the office this Monday - in Lima, PeruThe GLOBASE Peru teams got down to business at 9am this morning (or a little later than scheduled - to match business norms in Latin America) with a welcome breakfast at the hotel with the clients this morning. Teams have personally worked with the clients since January when they visited Bloomington to kickoff the projects. After breakfast, teams headed off "to the office" to start their week of Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-50344340370547183032011-03-06T09:33:00.003-05:002011-03-06T09:36:50.202-05:00Takeoff of GLOBASE Peru 2011Asleep at 2:30 after arrival in Lima, up at 7:00 – I don’t want to miss this morning’s run.I come out of the Hotel Casa Andina, respectfully pass congregants attending 7:30 mass at the Church de Nuestra Señora Fatima, and then run along the cliff above the sea past Larcomar, El Parque de Amor (the Park of Love – where couples come to kiss and celebrate their adoration), and finally turn around atPhilip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-60498575357460284552010-09-06T18:18:00.003-05:002010-09-07T16:14:29.817-05:00Back in LimaAna and I arrived again in this wonderful city last night. The chief mission of this visit is to recruit from Peru talented members of the Class of 2013. Along with meeting with coaches who prepare aspiring MBAs for the TOEFL and GMAT and guide them on which U.S. programs to consider, we will host a dinner of 20 alums and prospective students. After two years of success with GLOBASE, prospective Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-56284986384145420252010-06-28T22:55:00.005-05:002010-06-28T23:14:54.464-05:00Some very cool projects<!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-25376557512478272592010-06-25T11:32:00.003-05:002010-06-25T11:59:16.430-05:00Expanding the Kelley School's footprint in Latin AmericaIn addition to scoping details for our GLOBASE return in March 2011, our mission has been to move forward on a possible online executive certificate program for middle managers in Peru. The focus of the certificate is "How to do business in the United States?" and is inspired by a one day conference led by Kelley faculty and hosted by the American Chamber (AMCHAM) of Commerce in Peru during our Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-33804395591409742852010-06-24T11:26:00.007-05:002010-06-24T13:00:39.200-05:00Credit for GLOBASE Peru by the Obama AdministrationFrom left to right: Alex Preacher (Deputy Director, Office of South America, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce); Phil Powell; Unknown sidekick - probably a spy from jealous Purdue; Judy Lau (Peru Desk Officer, International Trade Administration); Ana Silva; Roberto Garcia (international business professor at the Kelley School); and Omar Sayan (American Chamber of Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-47306903380204319782010-06-23T08:10:00.002-05:002010-06-23T08:58:18.995-05:00Reflections from Jogging in LimaThe last two mornings I joined Ana and Roberto on a 6AM run. The air is crisp and the streets are deserted as one of us says "Vamos!" and we start the pace together. The combination of U2 in my ear buds, unfamiliar (but enjoyable) sights and smells of Lima, and a run in tandem with my two IU colleagues is quite surreal and stimulating - it is one of many privileged pleasures of traveling for the Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-14179951698705234162010-06-21T19:09:00.005-05:002010-06-23T08:09:13.568-05:00Our Monday - Words from the President of PeruLast night we shook hands with Peru's foreign minister who hosted a reception at the Torre Tagle Palace (built in 1715). The American Chambers of Commerce from Ecuador and Guatemala immediately sought us out to pitch their ability to host GLOBASE teams from the Kelley MBA program. Our success in Peru has gained notoriety within the U.S. Embassy and among other American Chambers in the region. OurPhilip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-77008272438855027082010-06-20T02:19:00.001-05:002010-06-20T02:49:16.772-05:00What Latin Business Culture Can Teach U.S. Firms100% immersion in a foreign business culture is the most valuable learning experience offered by GLOBASE. In Peru, students must first build a rapport with the client firm or organization before they “get down to business” and discuss details of the project. Clients want to first talk about a student’s family life and personal interests. The line between personal and professional life is blurred Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-17289235151066788062010-06-17T15:13:00.005-05:002010-06-17T16:02:28.803-05:00Social Behavior, Economics, Airports, and AirplanesIn 48 hours I’ll be on a Delta Airlines plane bound for Atlanta where I’ll catch my connection to Lima (Ana is flying straight from Mexico City to Lima returning from a vacation with her family). I’m not usually an obsessive person, except in airports and airplanes – and when I’m obsessive, the observant economist in me (and therefore the questionable part of my personality) comes alive. It Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-67323966768059042662010-06-16T23:13:00.007-05:002010-06-16T23:36:38.379-05:00Onward again to Lima on Saturday … to plan for 2011It is June, which means it is time to lay next year’s foundations for GLOBASE. In 2011, the Kelley MBA GLOBASE program returns to Peru and boldly expands to two new countries – India and Ghana. This summer, each faculty and staff leadership duo travels to their assigned country to scope projects, strengthen relationships, and prepare a cutting edge in-country experience for students. They will Philip Powellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11703226311731347041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-81403046409276632662010-04-11T21:03:00.000-05:002010-04-11T21:48:48.342-05:00Days in CuscoAfter our presentations, we enjoyed a wonderful cocktail hour and celebratory dinner. Both GLOBASE students and partner organizations were able to unwind after a long week of hard work. It was a great time to enjoy the friendships we had made and remember the many rewarding moments of the project.At 5:00 a.m. the next day we left the Grand Faraona Hotel and headed to the airport. After a shortCaseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05858554046783456482noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-37612384219595207772010-03-24T13:42:00.000-05:002010-03-24T18:00:35.362-05:00Post Presentation ReactionsHilary Butler - PeruVerde GroupRicardo Holder - General Manager, InkasignPhil Powell - MBA Program ChairRoberto Garcia - Faculty AdvisorCaseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05858554046783456482noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-68598960522700524142010-03-24T10:48:00.000-05:002010-03-24T13:42:19.519-05:00The WorkOur first day in Lima was a beautiful sunny day in the mid-80's and the weather continued to be beautiful throughout the trip. We hit the ground running by stopping by the Lima Chamber of Commerce on Day 1. The Chamber had lined up specialists in each of our areas to provide greater depth of knowledge of the Peruvian economy and to answer specific questions from each group.The following days Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05858554046783456482noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-80652164298361644672010-03-13T00:12:00.000-05:002010-03-13T00:37:55.223-05:00First ThoughtsCheck out the thoughts of some of our GLOBASE team members - Justin Otani and Rashid Farrell.Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05858554046783456482noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-16209789824191821882010-03-09T22:11:00.001-05:002010-03-11T15:03:57.068-05:00First Day in PeruI can't believe that after 7 weeks of classes, we are finally in Peru working with our client Inkasign. Our first day was action packed. We had a 7:30 breakfast meeting. I wasn't fully awake but it was productive meeting. Thank goodness for my teammates Bryan, Casey and Michelle. They are totally on it! Our client Arturo came to pick us up at 9am and we were off. Traffic in Lima is like nothing IUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-32860437033163348692010-03-08T17:38:00.000-05:002010-03-08T18:18:51.065-05:001st Day in Peru!!And the dream came true! We are here in Peru. The time passed really fast. Today, we visited the American Chamber of Commerce in Lima. It was a great experience. We learned even more about Peruvian economy and about opportunities for Peruvian companies. Globase teams had the opportunity to talk with specialists from different areas to help us develop a better strategy for our clients. It was a Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-2235907020003432962010-02-24T22:07:00.000-05:002010-02-24T22:50:00.916-05:00Enthusiasm Today, was our last Globase class here in Bloomington. All teams presented their business plan to the entire class. It was really good to see what the other groups were working on the last seven weeks. This presentation is our first "polished draft", now we are going to refine it, considering all the feedback that we received from our professors and classmates. I am really excited to present ourUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-47442700118790488572010-02-24T10:12:00.000-05:002010-02-24T10:15:08.006-05:00Spicy PeruviansPeru? Machu Pichu, Incas, Pisco Sours, and Ceviche were my first thoughts. I was not sure what to expect signing up for GLOBASE, except a trip to Lima and my first attempt at live consulting work. The past six weeks have been intense, but incredibly interesting. I have learned a great deal about Peru, my teammates, and the spice trade.My team of five has been assigned the client PeruVerde, a Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2635891649124523783.post-56281117760505162532010-02-24T00:21:00.000-05:002010-02-28T12:33:57.680-05:00Alpacas, Vicunas, and Guinea Pigs, Oh My!The fauna of Peru is just one of the reasons our group is giddy at the idea of strolling along the streets of Peru munching on cuy. Though this is how we’ll be spending our free time, there is much work to be done before heading to South America. The organization that our team of five is working with is called the APOMIPE Artisans, with our wonderful APOMIPE contact, Hernan. The network of Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0