This month, the Young Professionals Committee welcomes Mr. Fernando Vallina, Chairman of ExxonMobil (China).

Mr. Vallina joined ExxonMobil Chemical in 1987. He has held a wide range of management positions in sales, marketing, technology, planning and supply chain and has lived in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Mr. Vallina is currently a member of the Board of the Association of International Chemical Manufacturers (AICM), and the Executive Board of the Multinational Companies' Committee of China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation (CPCIF).

During the session, Mr. Vallina will share his professional journey over more than 30 years in the energy and chemical industries. He will also give career development advice for young professionals, and discuss how foreign firms and individuals can best succeed in the current business climate. The session will conclude with a Q&A session to discuss these and other issues as well as network and get to know other young professionals in the AmCham China community.

Space is limited to just 15 motivated young professionals from within the AmCham China community to share resources and best practices for success and career development. Young professionals interested in expanding their network, becoming more involved with AmCham China, and getting to know their peers in the expat business community should register for this informal discussion.

The tickets are limited and preference will be given to AmCham China members and employees of AmCham China member companies.

A light lunch will be provided.

Please note that the event will be hosted at Washington Room, AmCham China on 3rd floor, Gate 4, Pacific Century Place.