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)
Director of Operations – China
Michael manages all CBN operations in China. He has a Bachelor’s 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
Director of Operations – U.S.
Paul 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.

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

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 world’s largest shipping and freight organization. Chang You is extremely knowledgeable in all metalworking disciplines, having visited countless numbers of 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.

David J. Burch
Marketing Director
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 parts industry. Dave is involved in marketing and client relations, and coordinates CBN study missions for mid-tier metalworking trade associations.

Russell N. Meade
Communications Manager
Russ received a BA in International Business from Otterbein College, and has lived and worked in Shanghai since 2006. In addition to managing communications and partner development, he is responsible for cross-cultural education and training of CBN Chinese engineers, CBN Western clients and indigenous Chinese manufacturing partners.

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.

Zhang Hongxing (John)
Senior Project Manager
John holds Bachelors and Masters degrees in mechanical engineering from Shanghai Jiaotong University. He began his career with Baosteel Machinery as a manufacturing engineer, working in all phases of manufacturing, before joining CBN. Mr. Zhang operates out of the CBN Shanghai office where he serves as client liaison and senior project manager.

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 CBN’s 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.