Doug Guthrie is a renowned professor and expert in global leadership, with a focus on Chinese business and economics. He has studied linguistics, sociology, and Chinese literature and has shared his knowledge as a visiting professor at universities such as Harvard, Columbia, and Stanford.

Guthrie has held various positions in academic institutions, such as the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, the George Washington University School of Business, and the NYU Stern School of Business. He has also worked for Apple as a senior director and Apple University faculty member. Guthrie is currently a professor of global leadership and China, as well as the executive director of Thunderbird Global at the Thunderbird School of Global Management.

As an authority on global leadership and China, Guthrie's expertise is highly regarded in the academic and business communities. His extensive experience in academia and industry make him a sought-after speaker and consultant, and his insights on China's role in the global economy are invaluable.