SPEAKERS
Welcome Wang, Human Resources Director (China & Hong Kong), Avnet Electronics Marketing
Welcome Wang is the Human Resources Director (China & Hong Kong) of Avnet Electronics Marketing. He gains solid expertise and experience in talent development, leadership development, organization development, performance management and total reward, in the past 20 over years. In recognition for making significant contributions to accelerate the delivery of the overall HR strategy and in enhancing the long-term effectiveness of HR in China, Welcome was conferred the “HR Global Excellence Award” by Avnet HQ in 2013. Before joining Avnet (NYSE: AVT), he was the Deputy General Manager (HR & Admin.) of Heineken-APB China YRD Region. He held different positions such as Deputy General Manager (HR & Admin), HR Manager, Purchasing & Logistics Manager, in Heineken-APB’s operating companies in different cities. Welcome completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Sun Yat-Sen University, and he holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) in 2008.
About Avnet Electronics Marketing
Avnet Inc. (NYSE:AVT), founded in 1921, is located in Phoenix, USA. In 2015, the company celebrated its 55th anniversary on New York Stock Exchange. As the world’s premier technology marketing, distribution and services company, Avnet serves more than 100,000 customers in more than 80 countries. With revenue of 27.5 billion USD in the fiscal year 2014, Avnet is one of the Fortune’s Global 500 Company. For 7 years running (2009-2015), Avnet is in Fortune Magazine’s list of “World’s Most Admired Companies.” In 2015, Avnet listed in the “World’s Most Ethical Companies” by “Ethisphere Institute”. With operation in over 20 cities in China, Avnet is dedicated to giving customers Support Across the Board. Throughout the product life cycle from design to delivery, Avnet provide the latest technology, engineering expertise and design support, logistics service and supply chain solutions to help customers slash time-to-profit and expedite time-to-market.