Russell A. Meade
President

Russell has over 20 years experience in managing multinational operations in China. He previously served as a Director of the Timex Corporation, where he was responsible for the development and implementation of their China-based manufacturing strategies, and as President of a division of the Swatch Group that developed Swatch's initial mass market product line, was responsible for its manufacture in China and marketing and distribution to the global marketplace.
   

  Zheng Wei Tao (Michael)
Vice President
¨C China
Michael is CBNĄŻs senior manager in China. He has a BachelorĄŻs degree in Mechanical Automation & Robotics and an MBA, both from Shanghai University. Since joining CBN in 1996, Michael has concentrated on building a strong team of professionals with the skills, knowledge and experience to help CBN clients succeed in China. He brings special expertise in the critical area of human resources, and specializes in recruiting, hiring, training, and Chinese employment law. Michael also manages CBN's innovative Internship Program.

Paul Atwood
Vice President
¨C U.S.
Paul is CBNĄŻs senior manager in the U.S. He holds a Masters degree from the London School of Economics, and has over 15 years experience in corporate financing and project management in Hong Kong and China. Paul acts as principal project liaison for U.S. and European clients, and has been with CBN since 2001.

Russell N. Meade
Director of Operations

Russ received a BA in International Business from Otterbein College, and has lived and worked in Shanghai since 2006. In addition to managing everyday activities of CBN engineers in the Shanghai office, Russ serves as the key interface between our Western partners and Chinese manufacturing partners. In that capacity he provides cross-cultural education and training to CBN Chinese engineers, CBN Western clients and indigenous Chinese manufacturing partners.

Qin Jin Song (Mary)
Sales & Marketing Director
- China
Mary holds an MBA in Business Management from the University of Shanghai, and joined CBN in 1993. She manages CBNĄŻs sales and marketing activities in China on behalf of our Western clients. In that capacity she develops targeted Chinese OEM contact lists based on clientsĄŻ Western sales contacts, manages the introduction of the western client to Chinese buyers and coordinates ongoing RFQ and bidding activity.

David J. Burch
Sales & Marketing Director
¨C U.S.
Dave joined CBN in 2004 after 21 years in senior management positions with the Precision Machined Products Association. While with PMPA, he was instrumental in developing a highly successful China strategy for the precision machined products industry. Dave is involved in marketing and client relations, and coordinates CBN study missions for Western trade associations.

David Franco
Business Analyst
¨C U.S.
David holds an MBA from Miami University as well as a bachelors degree in Business Management with a minor in Entrepreneurship. He has been a Business Analyst with CBN since 2009. Prior to CBN, David did independent consulting for small to medium sized companies.

Zhu Chang You
Senior Project Director
- Beijing
Chang You came to CBN in 1992 following an illustrious career as senior logistics coordinator for China Overseas Shipping Co. (COSCO), the worldĄŻs largest shipping and freight organization. Chang You is extremely knowledgeable in all manufacturing disciplines, having visited countless Chinese manufacturing plants over the years. His ability to identify and manage the risks of Chinese manufacturing is unmatched, and contributes immensely to the success of our Western clients in China.

Zhang Baosheng (Ted)
Senior Project Manager

Mr. Zhang holds a BSc in Engineering from Liaoning Institute of Technology and a Masters in Logistics Engineering from the University of Tongji. Mr. Zhang came to CBN from Shenyang Liming Aero-Engine Group Corporation - Gas Turbine Institute where his responsibilities included gas turbine design, project management and supply chain management. Ted serves as client liaison and senior project manager in the CBN Shanghai office.

Wu Jinbei (Jim)
Project Manager

Mr. Wu holds a BSc in Engineering from Henan University of Science and Technology. Currently working out of the CBN Shanghai office, Jim was previously employed by Shanghai Heavy Machinery Plant Co., Ltd., where he was involved in all aspects of casting, forging and machining operations, and was recognized for his work on the 165MN Oil Hydraulic forging press and Sodium Silicate Self-Hardening Sand.

Li Xiaoming (Owen)
Project Manager

Owen came to CBN from Quanta Shanghai Manufacture City, where he specialized in metal stamping processes and equipment. Mr. Li holds a BSc in Engineering from Jiamusi University, and serves as a Project Manager in the CBN Shanghai office.

Wang Xingpei (Martin)
Project Manager

Mr. Wang earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Zhengzhou Institute of Light Industry. Prior to joining CBN, Martin worked for Zhejiang Qianjiang Motor Co. Ltd., where he focused on specialized fittings for motorcycles. Martin is based in CBNĄŻs Shanghai office

Shen Bo (Kevin)
Project Manager

Kevin came to CBN from Schneider Electric where he concentrated on tooling repair and maintenance, stamping dies and plastic molds. Mr. Shen, who operates out of the CBN Shanghai office, holds a BSc in Engineering from East China Jiaotong University.

Wang Yuanhao (Sunny)
Procurement Manager

Sunny is in charge of procurement activities in our Shanghai office. He comes to CBN with several years experience in R & D, inspection, project and quality engineering. He also serves as external auditor and is responsible for assisting Chinese suppliers with PPAP and APQP, SPC analysis, FMEA analysis, measurement system analysis, and audits.