Sean Upton-McLaughlin is a business and communications professional based in Shenzhen, China, with more than 15 years of experience working inside Chinese companies and with international teams. His background is primarily in technology and cross-border business, with a focus on marketing, communications, and organizational alignment.

Having worked closely with Chinese companies as they expand overseas, Sean writes about how culture, incentives, and internal decision-making shape real-world business behavior. His work often explores themes such as China Speed, trust, alignment between headquarters and overseas teams, and the challenges that arise when Chinese and non-Chinese organizations work together.

If you’re interested in related perspectives on China, cross-border work, and business culture, you can also follow Sean on LinkedIn, where he shares additional commentary and longer-form discussions.