As the year-end bells are about to ring, it’s once again the annual harvest season. Under the warm sunshine of the New Year, the southern lands remain cozy and inviting, and Guangdong’s Lingyi Science Park is awash with vibrant colors, its gardens bursting with springtime splendor.

From January 13 to 18, 2020, Zhengda Machinery & Electronics solemnly held the “2020 Together, Restarting” — 2019 Year-End Series of Events at its headquarters in Foshan, within the Guangdong Lingyi Science and Technology Park. This event included new employee training, Interdepartmental talent training and executive succession exchange activities, It consists of six parts: a fun sports meet, an annual summary conference and awards ceremony, an annual recognition conference, and a year-end gala dinner.

To help new employees understand the company and experience its culture firsthand, we encourage them to deeply grasp what it means to be a qualified “Zhengda” person through the integration of mind and body. From January 13 to 16, 46 new colleagues from various units of CPME gathered on the 4th floor, International Conference Center, Building 1, Lingyi Science and Technology Park, to participate in a 3-day, 4-night onboarding training program. Wang Zhenghu, President of Zhengda Machinery & Electronics; Lin Yi, General Manager of Lingyi Industrial Co., Ltd.; Lian Chan-huan, General Manager of Siemens Motor Division; Huang Xuehua, Office Director; Ye Xiaohong, Marketing Manager; Feng Mingjun, Senior Marketing Specialist; and Luo Huifeng, Head of the Finance Department, served as instructors. The systematic training concluded successfully with a grand opening ceremony and a lively summary of the current phase.
　　On the one hand, we’ve summarized our experiences and, while continuing to deliver content on “Corporate Development and Corporate Culture,” “Office Management and Reception Etiquette,” and “Knowledge Is Power,” we’ve also introduced new elements, including sharing sessions by outstanding general managers as well as skill training related to finance and marketing.
　　On the other hand, drawing on the guidance provided by President Wang Zhenghu during his studies in Europe and China, we have fully embraced the global perspective and adopted the learning spirit of “drawing on others’ experiences is itself a form of innovation.” As a result, we’ve launched a series of initiatives—for example, requiring all participants to engage in self-study prior to the training and organizing relevant exams. I go for a morning run at 6:30 a.m. and study until 10:30 p.m. in the evening. A symposium for both new and veteran employees, followed by further communication and exchanges between the leaders who participated in the symposium and the employees.

During the post-class exchange and sharing session, Dongguan Dasheng Luli excitedly said: “Packed with useful information—many common pitfalls that people tend to overlook were covered.” Student Wu Yuhui also stated: You might not even be able to afford training like this for tens of thousands of yuan outside. ”
　　During the effectiveness survey, Changsha Lingyi Yiyuxuan wrote: “Through these past few days of learning, I’ve gradually come to understand and embrace our company culture. Doing things with heart and integrity, and striving for excellence in everything we do—this is precisely the spirit of Zhengda employees.”

One colleague wrote anonymously: “Normally, I’m involved in sales and don’t have much exposure to financial knowledge. It wasn’t until this training that I realized how closely finance is intertwined with sales. Financial knowledge can help us better understand our business, gain insights into customer operations, and more effectively achieve our sales targets.”

At the closing meeting on the evening of the 16th, Xiao Qingyong from Chengdu Nengda shared, “I initially didn’t have a very good understanding of the parent company’s culture.” Through these past few days of training, we’ve truly felt the company’s thoughtfulness toward new employees—and the strong sense of unity that underpins it all. I believe this is precisely what makes a great company: its positive atmosphere and cohesive spirit. As our slogan says, “Together, let’s set off again”—and I’m confident that as the company embarks on this new journey, it will reach even greater heights.

New employee training is just a microcosm of the many learning opportunities offered by Zhengda Machinery & Electronics. The following were carried out simultaneously on January 16: In the morning, a “Financial Training” session for general managers and core key personnel; In the afternoon, General Managers Wang, Lin, and Lian will engage in exchanges and share insights aimed at general managers and those in the succession planning program. The exam on corporate culture and financial knowledge for general manager-level executives will be held on the evening of the 17th.

“Together, Let’s Start Anew”—Zhengda Machinery & Electronics sincerely invites every ambitious individual with dreams to join us in forging win-win partnerships and co-creating the future.

(Group photo of new employee training)

II. Cross-Department Talent Development Section

Talent is the core competitive advantage of an enterprise. To achieve the company’s sustained, stable, and high-speed development, we have consistently been committed to building a robust talent pipeline. Following our succession planning program aimed at newly appointed executives and regional leaders, we have now launched a cross-departmental talent-development program. Through this initiative, we seek to identify and nurture a group of promising young and mid-level talents who demonstrate significant potential for further growth as we promote and pass on our corporate culture. In 2019, the company initiated this cross-departmental talent-development program and organized two training sessions during this period: “Perspective” and “Wolf-Style Sales.”

On the morning of January 17, 30 key trainees from various units under Zhengda Machinery & Electronics attended the third session of cross-departmental talent development at the International Conference Center of Lingyi Science and Technology Park. Mr. Lian Chan-huan, General Manager of the Siemens Motor Division of Lingyi Industrial Company, and Mr. Shi Hao, General Manager of Foshan Zhengda Bearing Company, were invited to serve as instructors.

First, Director Lian began his remarks by drawing on classical texts and citing President Xi’s famous saying: “A gentleman focuses on the root; when the root is established, the way naturally emerges.” Combining this with his many years of experience in team management, he delivered a keynote presentation on leadership titled “A Gentleman Focuses on the Root.”

Next, Mr. Shi, drawing on his own personal development journey at Zhengda, his inner growth process, and his current reflections and insights, emphasized the importance of growing through practical experience.

Finally, the participants engaged in lively discussions and exchanges around the content they had learned, thoroughly digesting and absorbing it. They then wrote down their reflections and insights, bringing this learning session to a fulfilling close with abundant takeaways.

Youth means more choices, more opportunities, and more possibilities. Together, let’s set off again—tomorrow will be even better! Come on, young people—let’s stay young and full of strength, embracing our dreams with passion!

On the morning of January 17, the succession planning exchange meeting was held in the conference room on the 10th floor of the headquarters of Lingyi Science and Technology Park. A total of 18 people attended the meeting, including President Wang Zhenghu, key personnel from Chengfu Finance, core business staff from Lingyi Industry, and functional backbone members from Lingyi Industry. President Wang Zhenghu provided on-site answers to the questions raised by the prospective successors.

At this exchange meeting, participants first summarized and reviewed the succession activities conducted throughout 2019. In total, eight succession activities were held in 2019, averaging one every one and a half months. The themes centered around “organizational development,” “personal growth,” “team management,” and “the 369 culture,” among others.

Next, everyone shared their insights and takeaways from participating in the 2019 Successor Program. Through the exchange and learning activities of this program, participants gained a deeper understanding of the Six Principles of Perfection and gradually began to apply them in both their work and personal lives—for instance, by exercising regularly, quitting smoking, and conducting regular reflections and summaries on their work. At the same time, they also identified areas for improvement: First, the program should be planned well in advance, with sufficient time reserved for thorough preparation, which would make it more efficient; second, the program’s theme should be highly targeted and tailored to actual business or management needs; third, inviting experienced leaders or colleagues who have achieved outstanding results to share their experiences could help enhance everyone’s professional and managerial capabilities; fourth, organizing visits to other companies for study tours could broaden participants’ horizons and enrich their knowledge.

Finally, President Wang emphasized: “Everyone should take good care of their health. Only with a strong body can we work wholeheartedly. We must develop the good habit of self-reflection and summarization. The student council members serving as successors can create quarterly or semiannual plans and then carry them out accordingly. Moreover, we should go out more often to exchange ideas and learn from others, broadening our horizons and elevating our perspective.”

This succession exchange meeting summarized and reviewed the achievements and shortcomings of 2019, while also outlining preliminary directions for activities in 2020. Everyone looks forward to making the succession program even better, more meaningful, and more rewarding with each passing year.

IV. Fun Sports Games Section

Activities are the foundation of life, and movement is the source of all living things. To enrich employees’ lives and strengthen cohesion among them as well as the spirit of mutual assistance within teams, the 7th Sports Meet of Zero One Science and Technology Park was held on the afternoon of January 17.

This sports event features a total of 14 events, including table tennis—a sport that carries forward Chinese cultural heritage; “You Draw, I Guess,” which tests team coordination and chemistry; plank exercises, designed to build endurance and resilience; checkers, a game that sharpens mental agility; basketball matches, where youthful energy is fully unleashed; and the highlight event—tug-of-war. From the opening ceremony featuring the "national sport" to the highly anticipated conclusion of the tug-of-war, the entire campus was filled with enthusiastic cheers and shouts of encouragement from spectators. Amidst the jubilant atmosphere, one outstanding individual after another, as well as exceptional teams, were recognized and celebrated.

A rolling stone gathers no moss; a body in motion stays forever young. Right now, the athletes on the basketball court have undoubtedly become the darlings of Zhengda, drawing all our attention. Their relentless determination and belief in achieving victory through teamwork perfectly embody Zhengda’s “wolf spirit.” In the end, Shanghui Watch took first place, Siemens Motor Division came in second, and Foshan Zhengda Automation Co., Ltd. secured third place.

Next came the highly anticipated plank challenge, which is one of the highlights of the annual sports event. This year, our colleagues demonstrated even greater skill and prowess. You Shaoqing from Dongguan Dasheng not only broke the record set by our colleague last year but also established a brand-new record, achieving an impressive time of 22 minutes and 11 seconds. Wang Qiang from Changsha Zero One Industry secured second place with a perfectly executed form and unwavering determination. Particularly noteworthy is Xiao Bijun from Changsha Zero One Industry, who set a new women’s record in the plank challenge at 13 minutes and 30 seconds.

What is it about tug-of-war that’s so captivating—drawing everyone’s attention while simultaneously gripping the hearts of every participant? It’s the unanimous rhythm of the shouts, the resolute gazes of the athletes, and the shared belief that unites the teams. After fierce competition among numerous teams, the ultimate showdown finally arrived between Zero One Real Estate and Siemens Motor Division. We’d like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Zero One Real Estate for winning the championship, and to Siemens Motor Division for taking home the runner-up prize.

Looking back on 2019, thanks to the concerted efforts of all Zhengda employees, the company achieved comprehensive development in all areas of work and fully advanced its strategic initiatives. Defying the prevailing trends, Zhengda attained unprecedentedly brilliant achievements in 2019. On the afternoon of January 18, the 2019 Year-End Summary Meeting and Awards Ceremony of Zhengda Mechanical & Electrical Co., Ltd., themed “Together in 2020, Let’s Start Anew,” was solemnly held at the International Conference Center on the 4th floor of Building 1 in Zero One Science and Technology Park. More than 300 representatives—including leaders and employees from various units under Zhengda Mechanical & Electrical—attended the event.
　　The leaders attending this conference include: Mr. Mai Dazhang, Chairman of Zhengda Machinery & Electronics Co., Ltd.; Mr. Wang Zhenghu, President; Mr. Lin Yi, General Manager of Zero One Industry; Mr. Lian Canhuan, General Manager of Siemens Motor Division; Mr. You Rongzhu, General Manager of Dongguan Dasheng Company; Mr. Peng Jinsong, General Manager of Zhengda Automation Co., Ltd.; Mr. Shi Hao, General Manager of Foshan Bearing Company; Mr. Lei Yuqiang, Director of Human Resources and General Manager of Property Development at Zhengda Machinery & Electronics; Ms. Pan Shaohong, Manager of the Audit Department at Zhengda Machinery & Electronics; Mr. Li Wenxing, Deputy General Manager of Changsha Zero One; Mr. Hu Qiuyuan, Deputy General Manager of Zhengda Automation Co., Ltd.; Ms. Wang Weimei, Deputy General Manager of Siemens Motor Division; Ms. Zhang Yanjie, Rotating General Manager of Chengpu Financial Services; Mr. Liu Dewei, and 37 other leaders.

At the start of the meeting, Mr. Liu Dewei, rotating General Manager of Chengpu Jinfu, the financial arm of Zhengda Machinery & Electronics, delivered the opening address. Following that, Mr. Lin Yi, General Manager of Lingyi Industrial from the industrial sector, gave a keynote speech titled “Together in 2020, Let’s Start Again.”

(Greeting by the General Manager of Lingyi Industrial Lin Yi)

First, General Lin reviewed Zero One Industry’s overall sales and performance in 2019. Following that, General Lin highlighted the key achievements made during the year 2019. He praised the Zero One team for their strong support of the company’s business expansion through the development of information systems, notably the BI and CRM systems. At the same time, General Lin acknowledged the Human Resources Department’s contributions over the past year—since the Talent Initiative was launched in 2018—in improving the company’s talent structure. Looking ahead to 2020, as we set off again together, General Lin encouraged everyone to have confidence in the 2020 market and pointed out the future directions for our business development. Finally, drawing inspiration from Chairman Mao’s famous words, “There is nothing difficult in the world—if only one dares to climb,” General Lin urged everyone to work hard and strive together with determination.
　　Next, Ouyang Gui’an, Deputy General Manager of Foshan Charoen Pokphand Bearing Co., Ltd., analyzed the future development direction of the bearing company from a digitalization perspective. Deputy General Manager Ouyang provided a detailed analysis of the current status, opportunities, and challenges facing the bearing business. Through a comprehensive SWOT analysis of both internal and external factors, he outlined the development strategy for 2020, filling everyone with confidence in the growth of the bearing business in 2020.
　　“Ten percent of learning comes from theory, 20% from communication, and 70% from practice.” After listening to the work reports delivered by Mr. Lin, General Manager of Zero One Industry, and Mr. Ou Yang, Deputy General Manager of Foshan Zhengda Bearing, representatives from Zero One Industry’s Siemens Motor Division, Zhengda Automation, and Changsha Zero One Company shared their valuable insights—drawn from their own work experiences—on how they’ve grown both personally and as part of their teams. All three speakers unanimously emphasized the tremendous role that newcomers play in a company’s development. The future of Zhengda Mechanical & Electrical lies in young people embarking on a fresh journey together with the company.

(Shared by Hu Qiuyuan, Deputy General Manager of Zhengyi Automation)

(Shared by Lin Chubo, Deputy General Manager of Siemens Motor Division)

In November 2019, Chengpu Financial Services exceeded 10 million in revenue. In December, Chengpu Financial Services achieved revenues exceeding 10 million for two consecutive months. As a newly established company under Charoen Pokphand’s financial sector, Chengpu Financial Services’ achievements received unanimous recognition from the entire audience. Following the speech by Charoen Pokphand’s Mechanical and Electrical Industries segment, Ms. Zhang Yanjie, rotating General Manager of Chengpu Financial Services, summarized the company’s accomplishments in 2019 and announced its development goals for 2020.

(Shared by Ms. Zhang Yanjie, Rotating General Manager of Chengpu JinFu)

Next, Lei Yuqiang, Director of the Human Resources Department at Zhengda Machinery & Electronics, delivered a summary of the 2019 talent development efforts and outlined the outlook for 2020. Director Lei presented a detailed work plan on how human resources will support the company’s business expansion in 2020, as well as laid out specific tasks for refining and strengthening the human resources system.

Next, leaders at all levels of the company held a grand award ceremony to honor teams that had overachieved their targets, star-rated general managers, and outstanding new employees. At the same time, the company renewed the 2020 business responsibility agreements with each business division. Upholding the company’s core values—“Integrity, Professionalism, Innovation, and Win-Win”—we are confident that the commitments made by our subsidiaries and business divisions will once again serve as a testament to their remarkable achievements.

VI. The Year-End Commendation Ceremony and Gala Dinner Section

On the evening of January 18, the 2019 Year-End Recognition Ceremony and Gala Dinner of Zhengda Machinery & Electronics kicked off with great pomp at the Royal Banquet Hall. Centered around the conference theme—“Together, Let’s Start Anew”—the event brought together over 700 guests, including Zhengda Machinery & Electronics’ strategic suppliers, core customers, Chairman Wang Dazhang of Zhengda Machinery & Electronics, President Wang Zhenghu, General Manager Lin Yi of Zero One Industry, General Manager Shi Hao of the Bearing Company, HR Director Lei Yuqiang of Zhengda Machinery & Electronics, as well as Zhengda employees working on the front lines and their family members, all gathered to enjoy a sumptuous feast.

The evening event began with a speech by Mr. Lin, General Manager of Zero One Industry’s Lin Yi Division. At the meeting, Mr. Lin expressed his gratitude to all employees for their hard work and dedication over the past year, acknowledged the inspiring achievements made throughout the past year, and encouraged everyone to keep up the good work and strive for even greater success in the coming year, working together toward the second 20-year milestone of Zhengda—“Together, Let’s Start Anew.” Finally, he extended his warmest wishes to everyone for a prosperous, happy, and healthy Year of the Rat.

Next, Mr. Bai Liping, General Manager of Sales for Siemens’ South China Region, delivered a speech, expressing gratitude for Charoen Pokphand’s longstanding partnership. He emphasized that your focus on youth-oriented development will surely usher in a new era of collaboration between us, enabling us to achieve even greater success. At the same time, he believes that all of you at Charoen Pokphand will also reap more wealth, success, and happiness.

Next, the awards ceremony for outstanding employees began. General Managers Lian Canhuan, Peng Jinsong, Shi Hao, You Rongzhu, Li Wenxing, Wang Yijian, and Zhang Yanjie served as award presenters and presented the honors to the winners. Li Jikun, the representative of the outstanding employees, delivered a speech, expressing his gratitude for the platform provided by Charoen Pokphand, which has enabled him to become an even better version of himself. He emphasized that the company’s growth has been instrumental in our personal development, and that through our collective efforts, the company will surely achieve even greater success.

Subsequently, Director Lei Yuqiang presented a report on the operation of the “Learning and Growth Fund” for 2019 and awarded the children of employees who had received the annual “Learning and Growth Fund” award, wishing the young recipients even greater success in the future.

Next, led by Chairman Zhang of Mai Da and President Wang Zhenghu, the leadership team—consisting of 37 members—stepped onto the stage, raised their glasses to wish a happy evening to the employees and guests attending the dinner, and officially declared the dinner event open.

In this grand celebration, the lively dances kept coming one after another. The enthusiastic employees of Charoen Pokphand Group presented a dazzling array of performances in various styles, leaving the audience spellbound. Jazz dance, basketball routines, acrobatics—each act was brilliantly executed, vividly showcasing the passionate and multifaceted spirit of Charoen Pokphand employees! The girls’ joint performance, “Dancing with Passion,” exuded youthful energy and vitality, earning round after round of applause from the audience. Meanwhile, the basketball routine performed by the employees’ children, titled “Passing on the Torch,” embodied the spirit of passing down skills from generation to generation, reflecting Charoen Pokphand’s deep care and commitment to nurturing the next generation. Another highlight was the spectacular acrobatic show, “The Power of Youth,” which demonstrated the power of teamwork and beautifully preserved traditional Chinese artistry. Many other performances also received unanimous acclaim from everyone. Applause and cheers rose and fell in waves, turning the stage and the audience into an ocean of fervent enthusiasm, pushing the atmosphere of the gala to a thrilling climax. Finally, a chorus composed of employees’ children, newly hired staff, and senior company executives passionately performed “My Motherland and Me,” expressing their deep love and admiration for the motherland and showcasing the remarkable spirit of Charoen Pokphand employees through their spirited rendition.

The excitement never stops, and surprises keep coming—one after another! A festive New Year’s atmosphere envelops the entire venue. Four thrilling raffle draws have made tonight’s gala exceptionally lively. Prizes—including Huawei phones, home appliances, household gifts, and wellness gift boxes—were eagerly taken home by employees and guests, all wearing radiant smiles of happiness.

In 2019, we’re grateful for your companionship and shared journey. The times urge us to forge ahead with vigor, and our mission inspires us to keep moving forward. In 2020, Zhengda is once again setting off together with you—let’s seize every moment and make the most of our youthful years!