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INTERVIEW: CHANGJIAN JI


What's the meaning behind your name?

In Chinese, my name means always healthy.

Where are you originally from and where else have you lived?

I am originally from China and have only lived in China prior to now living in the USA.

What languages can you speak?

Chinese, English (barely), a little Korean, and I learned Japanese before, but forgot most of it.

What is your educational background?

MBA from Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Management Economics bachelor degree from Shanghai International Studies University.

How long have you been with Cargill, and what did you do prior to joining the company?

I joined Cargill in Aug, 2005. Before coming to study in USA. I had been working for almost seven years with Samsung Corporation Dalian, China as a sales manager, importing and exporting various kinds of commodities.

Where was your Field Assignment?

I had my field assignment as a marketing manager in Cargill Asia Pacific Food Systems (Beijing), which is part of CTS. I came back to SBD in September of 2006

What do you like to do for fun/what are your hobbies?

I run every morning and walk a lot. I also like to watch movies with my husband when he is in town.

Who is your role model, and why?

If you are thoughtful, intelligent, courageous and have a big heart, then my role model is YOU.

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