In this new role, Evans will be responsible for leading and executing Alibaba Group's international growth strategy to globalize the company and grow the business outside of China. He will report to Alibaba Group CEO Daniel Zhang.
Evans will harness Alibaba Group's leading platforms with direct access to 350 million Chinese consumers to drive increased levels of cross border commerce between China and the world. His early focus will be on forging close partnerships with key brands, retailers and product owners in Europe, the Americas and Asia to help these important players swiftly and efficiently connect to the large China consumer market. He will bring a strong emphasis on customer service, efficiency and productivity and, working closely with his colleagues in China, ensure that Alibaba will deliver a high quality experience to international merchants and consumers in China.
"I am honored to be joining Alibaba and excited by the opportunity to lead Alibaba's international growth strategy. I look forward to joining Daniel's management team and working with a terrific group of people with whom I've developed strong relationships," said Evans. (SH)
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