FEATURE INTERVIEW
Michael Connolly
Founder, ShanghaiExpat.com

In this session of Shanghai Insiders, we speak to the founder of ShanghaiExpat and president of Shanghai Yang Ma Advertising Ltd., Michael Connolly. With the launch of Shanghaiexpat.com in China eight years ago, Connolly has much to offer in terms of hands on experience with online marketing. Considering this field where such dynamic growth continues, we ask Mr Connolly about how ShanghaiExpat differentiates itself from the many competitors. Connolly emphasises the need to balance needs of community with foreigners and put effort into building good relationships. For more insights into one of Shanghai's most well-known expat websites, tune into this interview on iTV-Asia.

PROGRAM INTRODUCTION AND HOST

Shanghai Insiders

Take a closer look at the China business scene and its interactions with both Japan and wider Asian markets. This program is paneled by both international and local business personalities, sharing with us how they made a name for themselves in the Chinese market. Find out how this relationship has impacted economics, politics and the overall business landscape in China and Japan.

Leanne Wang

Financial Reporter,
China Business News

Host Bio

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Michael Connolly

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