John Caslione

John A. Caslione is recognized as a global business strategy expert and the Founder, President, and CEO of GCS Business Capital, LLC. Based in Chicago, USA, and Frankfurt, Germany, GCS specializes in helping companies of all sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to globalize their business with a special focus on the US, Europe, and China. The firm also represents Chinese businesses and Chinese investors looking to establish new business, make investments in, or acquire businesses in the US and Europe.

John Caslione founded Andrew-Ward International, Inc., which merged into GCS in 2008, focusing on global marketing, sales strategies, and M&A activities. He has implemented business strategies in 88 countries across six continents including high-growth emerging markets in Asia, the Middle East, South America, and Africa. His work spans a diverse range of industries and notable companies such as ABB Semiconductors, Becton-Dickenson Biosciences, and ExxonMobil Chemical Films.

An Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business and a guest lecturer at institutions like Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and IMD in Lausanne, Switzerland, he is a respected educator in global business strategies. Caslione is also a prolific author, with books such as "CHAOTICS: The Business of Managing and Marketing in The Age of Turbulence" co-authored with Philip Kotler, and published in 65 countries and 30 languages. His book "Global Manifest Destiny: Growing Your Business In A Borderless Economy" is highly regarded, having been featured by Harvard Business School’s “HBS Working Knowledge” for four consecutive years.

Caslione is a notable keynote speaker, addressing critical aspects of globalization and business expansion into foreign markets, with a focus on emerging high-growth markets. He offers keen insights into navigating business strategies during turbulent economic times and emphasizes the importance of understanding consumerism in Asia and other emerging markets to leverage new business opportunities. He travels from Illinois to speak at various international conferences and global business forums.