Curious Minds presents:

The Red Ledger:

China's Trade Surplus and America's Strategic Blind Spot

While the U.S. debates tariffs and deficits, China quietly builds strength from surpluses.
This seminar highlights how unchecked trade imbalances have become a source of geopolitical leverage—and why ignoring them comes at a cost.

Global trade is not just a flow of goods—it is the exchange of ideas, innovation, opportunity, and trust. It builds resilience, fosters cooperation, and anchors peace in a volatile world. The United States has long been a leader in shaping the rules and principles of this system, but leadership demands responsibility. We must be more thoughtful and disciplined in how we trade—balancing openness with fairness, and growth with sustainability. Reducing our trade deficit is not just an economic imperative; it is a reflection of our national strength, our competitiveness, and our long-term stability. If we want to lead in the world of tomorrow, we must rebuild a trade strategy that uplifts our workers, respects our partners, and ensures that prosperity is broadly shared—at home and abroad.

We are fortunate to have Bob share his wealth of knowledge and expertise with us.  He will be returning from Asia shortly before we meet where he will have been working on trade issues for the U.S. Government.  He will be able to share the latest news on trade issues with us.

Robert J. Margevicius is Executive Vice President of Specialized Bicycle Components. A Morgan Hill, CA, based importer, distributor and manufacturer of bicycles and accessories.  He leads the Specialized Asian Operations as well as strategic planning, product sourcing, product development and supplier relations.  For 30 years he has been integral to the global growth at Specialized.

He received his BS from the La Salle University in political science and economics, Philadelphia Pa, is a Stanford MBA graduate and Wharton EDP graduate.

Robert is former USA Cycling team member, Olympian, professional cyclist, and currently a very active cyclist, runner, swimmer and triathlete.

He currently serves on several industry and corporate Board of Directors.

Robert also serves as a USA Industry Trade Advisor to the Secretary of Commerce and the USA Trade Ambassador

In March of 2019, he was granted honorary Taichung, Taiwan citizenship for his contribution to the Taiwan bicycle industry.

Join us while we delve deeply into broad areas about China and participate in riveting discussion.

Beverages and light refreshments will be served.

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