Business Profile

With more than 35 years of experience in international business development, manufacturing, and China market engagement, I have built a career connecting companies, industries, and cultures between the United States and China.

My professional journey began in the apparel industry, where I developed and managed private-label manufacturing programs for U.S. brands and retailers. Extensive travel throughout China allowed me to establish a deep understanding of the country's manufacturing ecosystem, supplier networks, and rapidly evolving economy. Beyond the factory floor, I discovered a dynamic and innovative China—one defined by entrepreneurial spirit, global ambition, and extraordinary business opportunities.

Over the decades, I have cultivated strong relationships with manufacturers, government agencies, trade organizations, and business leaders throughout China. Regular participation in major international trade events, including the Canton Fair in Guangzhou and the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, has enabled me to identify world-class manufacturing partners and strategic opportunities for clients seeking to source products, expand operations, or enter new markets.

In 2005, I founded Sino - America Business Development Company, a consulting venture focused on helping U.S. companies successfully enter and navigate the Chinese market. Through strategic introductions, trade missions, market intelligence, and on-the-ground support, I have assisted companies across diverse sectors including manufacturing, consumer products, investment, technology, and product development in establishing successful operations and partnerships throughout China.

Equally important, I work closely with Chinese companies seeking expansion opportunities in the United States. Leveraging my extensive network and knowledge of the Southern California business environment, I assist Chinese enterprises in establishing manufacturing facilities, warehousing operations, distribution centers, and strategic partnerships throughout Los Angeles County and beyond. I actively promote the significant economic incentives, infrastructure advantages, and market access opportunities available to international companies investing in the United States.

Beyond business development, I have dedicated considerable effort to fostering cultural and educational exchanges between China and the United States. My work includes supporting municipal partnerships, cultural initiatives, tourism development, and historical research projects that strengthen understanding between the two countries.

As a former archaeologist and longtime researcher of China's cultural heritage, I have spent more than a decade studying the history of merchants, travelers, and cultural exchanges along the Ancient Silk Road. My research has focused particularly on the Mogao Caves of Dunhuang, one of the world's most important repositories of art, religion, and intercultural history. This work has led to collaborations with Chinese cultural institutions, museums, scholars, and local governments in promoting awareness of China's rich historical legacy.

Today, my mission remains unchanged: to serve as a bridge between East and West by creating meaningful business opportunities, fostering international partnerships, and promoting cultural understanding through commerce, education, and shared heritage.

Areas of Expertise

International Business Development & China Market Entry

• Over 35 years of experience in U.S.–China business relations

• Strategic market entry consulting for U.S. and Chinese companies

• Business matchmaking, partnership development, and investment facilitation

• Manufacturing relocation and expansion consulting

Trade Missions & International Trade Shows

• Organizer and leader of trade delegations to the Canton Fair and CIIE

• More than a decade supporting Canton Fair Fashion Week promotional initiatives

• Development and execution of trade promotion conferences throughout the United States

• Facilitation of executive-level business introductions and government relations

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management

• Private-label apparel production

• Sourcing of garments, accessories, gift items, consumer products, and custom manufacturing projects

• Factory identification, qualification, auditing, and quality control

• Supply chain development and vendor management

Economic Development & International Relations

• Organizer of Los Angeles economic and cultural events in Guangzhou, China

• Board Member, Los Angeles–Guangzhou Sister City Association

• Advisor on cross-border investment and economic cooperation initiatives

• Facilitator of U.S.–China municipal and business partnerships

Cultural Heritage & Educational Consulting

• Cultural and educational consultant to the City of Dunhuang, the Mogao Caves, and other Chinese municipalities

• Researcher specializing in the Ancient Silk Road and intercultural trade networks

• Consultant on cultural tourism, museum projects, and international educational exchanges

• Advocate for preserving and promoting the historical legacy of Silk Road civilizations

Professional Mission

"Building bridges between the United States and China through business, culture, education, and innovation—creating opportunities that benefit companies, communities, and future generations on both sides of the Pacific."