Wei Shen

About Wei Shen

A dynamic seasoned business executive with extensive global experience & versatile skill set. Experienced in the world’s top two markets - U.S. and China, e.g, launching Buick & Cadillac successfully in China. One of the few Chinese American marketers with substantial biz acumen in addition to a top MBA degree. Appointed marketing leader for the world\'s 1st electric car EV1. Featured in GM 2005 Annual Report for her global Cadillac deployment efforts. Played a pivotal role in Hummer M&A transactions as its VP. Her integrity & reputation earned her the honor to host former US Commerce Secretary, Gary Locke, at her home. Her vast network of entrepreneurs, senior executives and government officials in the U.S. & China continues to grow, making her well poised to help facilitate M&A transactions, raise capital from diverse sources and find new market opportunities in both U.S. and China. Presently working with high tech target companies to seek suitable SPACs for IPOs. Bilingual. U.S. Citizen.

Experience

1. Sr Advisor

   Lang Lang International Music Foundation

   Oct 2015 — Present · Manhantan, NY, US

   Advise Lang Lang on matters pertaining to the Foundation and lead some fundraising efforts for its great cause in both U.S. and China.“Lang Lang is a rock star.” –The Wall Street Journal“The hottest artist on the classical music planet.” –The New York TimesA prodigy who made his Beijing Concert Hall debut at age 13, Lang Lang became an overnight sensation at age 17 when he stepped in on short notice to perform with the Chicago Symphony. Since that time, he has dazzled audiences with his stunning virtuosity and passion, playing sold-out recitals and concerts in every major city in the world. In 2009, he appeared on Time’s annual list of \"the100 Most Influential People in the World\", with an influence that has inspired over 40 million Chinese children to learn to play classical piano – a phenomenon termed by the TODAY show as “the Lang Lang effect,” which continues as strong as ever. He is undoubtedly \"THE China Icon\" dubbed by the recent YouTube video production. The New York Mayor named 9/20/2016 a \"Lang Lang Day\" and officially appointed him as NYC\'s 1st ever Cultural & Tourism Ambassador. He became the UN Messenger of Peace thanks to his dedication to peace and friendship. While admired by world leaders and pursued by all top brands around the world, he never forgets his humble beginning and childhood hardship. Through his Foundation, he has been mentoring young music talents as well as underprivileged youth to instill a sense of hope and joy through music education.

Education

• Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

  MBA, Marketing and General Management

• Fudan University

  BS, (Harvard of China)

Skills

• Mergers
• Start-Ups
• Sales
• Marketing Communications
• Management Consulting
• Budgets
• Retail
• Customer Relations
• Social Media Marketing
• Product Development
• Marketing
• Brand Management
• Fundraising
• Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• Investments
• Advertising
• Strategy
• Program Management
• Automotive
• Online Marketing
• Lobbying
• New Business Development
• Public Relations
• Business Strategy
• Financial Analysis
• Government Relations
• Market Research
• Team Building
• Management
• Executive Management
• Business Planning
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Entrepreneurship
• Strategic Planning
• Customer Service
• Business Development
• Negotiation
• Market Analysis