LUDWIG GO TSAI

1699 E. Rodriguez Sr. Ave., Quezon City 1102 Metro Manila, Philippines Telephone 63-2-9294735 Fax 63-2-7210732 Email ltsai@dataserve.aim.edu.ph
BACKGROUND SUMMARY
Solid experience in Marketing (and Sales) Management of Fast Moving Consumer Products with extensive international experience.
EDUCATION
Asian Institute of Management, Manila, Philippines, 1998-1999 Candidate for the degree of Master in Management Ateneo de Manila University, 1988-1992 Business Management, Minor in Marketing / Bachelor of Science
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Peggy Foods (China) Group [PFCG], September 1997 to May 1998 National Marketing Manager Responsible for the overall marketing management of Zhen Zhen Jack 'n Jill snacks in China. -Developed marketing and sales--budgets, forecasts and costing--plans for the different products of PFCG. Managed the overall brand, advertising & promotion development and implementation programs of the different Zhen Zhen J'nJ product categories. Travelled around China working and training sales/merchandising teams by conducting marketing and sales coaching programs. Involved in the total quality and distribution programs of PFCG. Tianjin Pacific Foods Mfg. Co., Ltd. (subsidiary of PFCG), February 1996 to September 1997 Marketing Manager Pioneered and launched the Zhen Zhen Jack 'n Jill products in the south, north and north-eastern regions of China. Developed overall marketing and sales strategies for the northern regions. Conducted market research and business development projects with retailers and end-consumers. Universal Robina Corporation (Philippines), April 1995 to January 1996 Assistant Brand Manager and International Division Coordinator Responsible for new product development in the Philippine market and coordinated with international affiliates in Malaysia, Thailand and Hong Kong. Developed project-based marketing plans for the mentioned affiliates. Mc Lyn Garments Co. (Philippines), August 1993 to March 1995 Marketing/Merchandising Manager Managed clients' accounts and the marketing of knitted wear for export. Coordinated with buyers in designing styles, color and patterns for new seasons and assisted the VP in pricing of products. Coordinated the shipping of goods with the logistics and production departments. ADS Enterprise Inc. (Canada), March to July 1993 Assistant Manager, Business Trade Department Administered the trading of perishable goods with Japanese retail and restaurant clients. Saskatchewan Communications Network (Canada), July to December 1992 Marketing Assistant Conducted market research surveys on the Saskatchewan Film and Video Industry. Participated in the Distance Education Review Board Committee in evaluating the viability of distance learning in the government and educational sectors.
OTHER INFORMATION
Foreign language skill: Mandarin Certified SCUBA Diver, 1993 to Present AIESEC Philippines Asia Pacific Leadership Development Seminar (APLDS) Organizing Committee President, 1991 to 1992 Ateneo de Manila Registration Committee (REGCOM) Logistics Head, 1991 to 1992 Ateneo de Manila Junior Marketing Association (JMA) Founding Member, 1991 to 1992 AIESEC Ateneo de Manila Member/Officer, 1988 to 1991 Ateneo de Manila Men's Football Team, 1988 to 1992