China Paradigm 55: Developing creative branding strategies in China
Steven Proud, Global Marketing Director at Brandigo Global speaks with Matthieu David about the creative branding strategies in China companies can elaborate on. In this episode of China Paradigm, Steven talks about specific cases of building a brand strategy, the differences in marketing in B2B and B2C in China, and more. 1:03 The size of […]
China Paradigm 51: China’s B2B Tech Industry from a PR Perspective
Simon Vericel, Founder and MD of Influence Matters, speaks with Matthieu David-Experton about China’s B2B Tech Industry. In this episode of China Pardigm, Simon talks about the focus of his company, the difference between the subdivided PR field, and also B2B technology. 2:37 The story of the Influence Matters 6:32 The size of the Influence […]
[Podcast] China Paradigm 49: The keys to a successful digital strategy in China
In this episode of China Paradigm, Thomas Nixon, Co-Founder of Qumin, a China digital agency, shares how the company started, some client stories, and insights to run a successful digital strategy in China. The company Qumin focuses on branding, CRM, SEO and social strategy in China, and clients include Tik Tok, Manchester United, and China […]
How fashion and cosmetics brands can do marketing on XiaoHongShu: China Paradigm transcript #20 with Miro Li from Double V Consulting
This transcript is based on our interview with Miro Li, co-founder of Double V Consulting. Double V Consulting was founded in 2017 and helps foreign brands generate brand awareness through marketing on XiaoHongShu. XiaoHongShu is a social commerce app that is extremely common among young female consumers of cosmetics and fashion brands in Tier 1 […]
Uniqlo x KAWS: The secret to success in Co-branding in China | Daxue Consulting
Co-branding in China The most recent fashion collaboration in the Chinese market between Uniqlo x KAWS (UT collection) officially released in China on June 3, 2019, leading the same series in Japan for 4 days. The UT stands for Uniqlo T-shirt, this series presents the pop culture such as movies, cartoons, and art. Uniqlo’s Tmall […]
China negative list: Is your company qualified to run a business in China? | Daxue Consulting
MOFCOM negative list and NDRC negative list: What do all these abbreviations mean? The negative list of Ministry of Commerce of the PRC or National development and reform commission negative list is a summary of three kinds of lists that are included in the foreign investment law of China. They are denoted as the MOFCOM […]
[Podcast] China Paradigm 43: How to make a profitable e-commerce store in China
Michael Simonet is a China eCommerce specialist and entrepreneur. In this episode of China Paradigms conducted by Matthieu David, we learn in-depth about his e-commerce experience with cheese during his time at the company Swissmooh, a dairy company that has experienced success in China, climbing to the top of Tmall’s cheese sales. Michael’s current company, […]
Podcast transcript #24: Confessions of a foreign KOL in China
Find here the China paradigm episode 24. Learn more about Lauren Hallanan’s story in China and find all the details and additional links below. Full transcript below: Matthieu David: Hello, everyone. This is Matthieu David, the founder of Daxue Consulting, and this China business podcast, China Paradigm. Today, I am with Lauren Hallanan, VP of […]
How to choose the right distribution channel in China: Chinese online marketplaces vs. Your own E-Commerce Website | Daxue Consulting
With more than 610 million digital consumers, China is currently the world’s leading e-commerce market. With such potential, it is not surprising that China has become the new goldmine for all online retailers, local or international. However, selling its products to Chinese consumers requires some adjustments and a specific marketing strategy for cross-border e-commerce in […]
Podcast transcript #22: tips and tricks to work on your brand DNA in China
Find here the China paradigm episode 22. Learn more about Louis Houdart’s story in China and find all the details and additional links below. Full transcript below: Matthieu David: Hello, everyone. I am Matthieu David, Founder of Daxue Consulting, and this China marketing podcast, China Paradigm, and today we are with Louis Houdart. Thank you […]
China’s food and beverage market: Perceptions of Food imports into China | Daxue Consulting
There is a growing demand for overseas food brands in China Food imports into China exceed 60 billion dollars. In 2017, China imported 61.65 billion dollars worth of food, indicating a rise of 11.1% compared to 2016. The biggest Chinese imports were meat, dairy, and seafood. The meat was valued at 9.5 billion dollars with […]
Importing food to China: How to get foreign food products past China’s iron gate | Daxue Consulting
Importing food to China in 2019. Consumers demand for imported food in China has been growing steadily over the last several years. In 2017 China imported 53 million tons of food, up 36.5% from the year before. The value of the food imported also rose by 25%. Figure 2: Food-navigator Asia In 2017, China’s total […]