NPC Deputy Dong Mingzhu, the trailblazing chairwoman of Gree Electric Appliances, lit up the Great Hall of the People in Beijing during a candid chat about China's booming private sector and her own rags-to-riches journey. Known as one of China's most influential business leaders, Dong didn't hold back on the keys to success: 'Innovation isn't optional—it's oxygen.' 💼
Dong, whose company revolutionized the global appliance market, highlighted the role of policy support in empowering enterprises. 🚀 'China's private sector isn't just surviving—it's innovating on steroids,' she quipped, referencing Gree's cutting-edge R&D labs and green-tech initiatives.
Her personal story—rising from a sales role to leading a multinational giant—drew parallels to China's economic transformation. 👩💼 'Every setback was a stepping stone,' she shared, emphasizing resilience for young entrepreneurs navigating today's competitive markets.
The discussion also touched on bridging generational gaps in business, with Dong praising Gen-Z's 'digital fluency and hunger for sustainability.' 🌱 No wonder her TED-style talks go viral!
