Sales Performance International Expands China Presence
Key Executive to Lead Expansion in Chinese Markets
CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 29, 2011 -- Sales Performance International (SPI), a global sales training and performance improvement firm, announced today Lawrence Lee as the new Chief of Operations for SPI China. He will be working closely with Jack Zhang, GM of SPI China to respond to a growing customer base in Asia for SPI and expanded operations in China.
According to Keith Eades, CEO of SPI, “We are delighted to have Lawrence Lee take a leadership role for SPI in the Chinese marketplace. He brings an outstanding blend of management and leadership skills to our expansion efforts there and our focus on enhancing the global client experience.”
Mr. Lee, a graduate of Cornell University, brings an extensive track record from both large, multinational companies’ as well Chinese based firms. Recently he served as CEO of a Ximancolor, a well know training firm in Beijing that focuses on B2B and B2C image improvement programs. From 1995 to 2006, Mr. Lee served as general manager for several Ericsson sales companies in China and as President of a wholly owned joint-venture in China.
According to Mr. Lee, “I’m highly enthused about the future of world class sales training in the Chinese market. Rapid business growth is creating high demand for professional selling skills in numerous industries. We are adapting the award winning Solution Selling® approach to specifics of the Chinese business environment, and are fully committed to meeting the needs of marketplace here.”
Mr. Lee will be based in the SPI Beijing offices at:
Room 1106, Building C,Vantone Center
No.6 Chao Yang Men Wai Avenue
Chaoyang District, Beijing 100022
China
Telephone: +86 10 5907 3285
Fax: +86 10 5907 3284
About SPI:
Sales Performance International (SPI) is a global sales performance improvement firm dedicated to helping the world's leading corporations elevate their sales relationships and drive measurable, sustainable revenue growth, and operational sales performance improvement.
Founded in 1988, SPI has been the leader in helping global companies successfully transition from selling products to marketing and selling high-value solutions. With extensive sales performance expertise, deep industry knowledge, global resources and a proven track record, SPI collaborates with clients to deliver strategic, operational and tactical solutions. SPI has developed solutions and services for multiple industry segments including: technology, professional services, financial services, telecommunications, and manufacturing.
SPI has offices in Charlotte North Carolina, Brussels Belgium and Beijing China. SPI clients include: ChinaHR, Compuware, Dell, Digital China, Emerson, Huawei, IBM, Manpower, Microsoft, Office Depot, and Parker Hannifin.
