Tata Sons' David Good: 'We Want to Be Known as a Global Company Rooted in India'
Episode Description
Following a 34-year career in the United States Foreign Service, David Good joined Tata Sons, Ltd., in 2005 as the company's chief representative for North America -- a role Tata Group chairman Ratan Tata likened to being "an ambassador" for the Tatas in the United States. At the recent Wharton India Economic Forum in Philadelphia, Good spoke with India Knowledge@Wharton about Tata Sons' objectives in the U.S. and other markets outside India, the Nano launch, the economic downturn and the Obama administration's recently announced restrictions on hiring H-1B visa holders at firms receiving TARP funding, among other issues. Read the Transcript: http://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/india/article.cfm?articleid=4367
Brief Summary
David discusses Tata's growth strategies in the U.S. and the challenges they face in the current economic climate.
Key points
- Wharton India Economic Forum. The 2009 Wharton India Economic Forum brought together leaders to discuss India's economic future.
- David's Career Journey. David shares his transition from government to the Tata Group after 34 years in service.
- Tatas' Global Aspirations. The Tatas aim to grow as a global company while maintaining their Indian roots.
- Opportunities in Hospitality. The Tatas are exploring growth in the hospitality sector in major US cities.
- Defining Success at Tatas. Success for the Tatas means improving the lives of people around them, not just wealth accumulation.
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Episode highlights
- David's Career JourneyDavid shares his transition from government to the Tata Group after 34 years in service.0:42Apr 9, 2009
- Tatas' Global AspirationsThe Tatas aim to grow as a global company while maintaining their Indian roots.4:50Apr 9, 2009
- Opportunities in HospitalityThe Tatas are exploring growth in the hospitality sector in major US cities.6:11Apr 9, 2009
- Defining Success at TatasSuccess for the Tatas means improving the lives of people around them, not just wealth accumulation.13:24Apr 9, 2009





