President
North Carolina Chinese Business Association 
Jiarui Li received MBA and Ph.D. in plant biology. Jiarui is an accomplished scientist and agtech industry leader. He worked in K-State as Research Assistant Professor, and then worked in Bayer Crop Science and Simplot as a scientist. Starting from 2020, Jiarui has been the CEO of Innatrix, developing eco-friendly biological products for crop protection. Till now, he has raised over $3 million in non-dilutive and capital funds, published over 30 peer-reviewed publications and 2 patents.
Jiarui is also a Mentor for IndieBio, National Small Business Association Leadership Council Member, and Business Advisor for Sustainable Agriculture Labs.

Xiaoyang Wang
Legal Counsel
North Carolina Chinese Business Association
Attorney Xiaoyang Wang holds professional licenses in both North Carolina and New York, USA, and is currently the founder and managing attorney of the LAW OFFICE OF FIONA WANG, PLLC. With a diverse legal background, Attorney Wang specializes in real estate, business consulting, and immigration, particularly in the areas of L-1 and EB-5. She has extensive experience providing legal consultation services to several Chinese-funded enterprises’ branches in the United States, covering aspects such as real estate investment and transfer, corporate consulting, cross-border executive visa applications and immigration, entrepreneur immigration (EB-5), and corporate legal affairs.
Attorney Wang earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of Missouri School of Law in the United States. Prior to moving to the U.S., she obtained a master’s degree in Civil and Commercial Law and an undergraduate degree in Law from Renmin University of China. Attorney Xiaoyang Wang’s educational background and legal expertise position her as a well-rounded professional with a deep understanding of both the American and Chinese legal systems.

HongZhi Ma
Vice President
North Carolina Chinese Business Association
Dr. Ma, a scion of JiangSu, China, embarked on his odyssey to the United States in 2006. His illustrious journey includes distinguished roles as the Senior Representative of the China Ministry for Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and the esteemed Samaritan’s Purse until 2022.
In 2013, Dr. Ma orchestrated the genesis of Carolina China Connection, a visionary enterprise that later evolved into the exalted LongBridge International. This hallowed institution stands as an emblem of harmony, fostering bilateral relationships with a steadfast focus on the realms of education and immigration. Dr. Ma embodies the ethos of a luminary bridge, uniting souls across the expanse of the globe (Ephesians 4:3).
Nestled in the verdant suburbia of Gastonia, ensconced in the embrace of Charlotte’s western bosom, Dr. Ma and his esteemed wife find solace and inspiration within the sanctum of City Church. Their unwavering commitment to fortifying bridges of peace resonates as an opulent symphony, enriching their community and transcending boundaries.