Zhou has held leadership roles at major industry players such as Mycronic, AmericanTec, ViTechnology, WKK, and Flextronics. His knowledge of the electronics manufacturing sector in China, spanning from application engineering to regional sales leadership, makes him an asset.
In his new role, Zhou will be responsible for driving business growth across China while supporting and collaborating with local partners. He also will focus on strengthening customer relationships and ensuring they receive exceptional support and tailored solutions.
“Having Jacky Zhou on board marks a significant step forward for Essemtec in China,” commented Klaus Salmhofer, Director APAC. “His strong track record, deep industry knowledge, and customer-centric approach align perfectly with our vision. With Jacky working closely with our partners Intellengine, SF-SMT, and DKSH, we’re confident that we will strengthen our customer relationships and accelerate growth in the region.”
Jacky holds dual MBAs from Westminster College and Donghua University, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Electric Power Supply from North China Electric Power University. He commented: “[This appointment] marks a new and exciting chapter in my career. I’m eager to work with our local teams and partners to drive success and bring the company’s dynamic solutions to more customers across China.”
