Sridhar Yendamuri | From Factories To Futurism | Exploring The Heart Of China’s Tech Revolution: My 2013 Shenzhen And Guangzhou Experience
Sridhar Yendamuri : In 2013, I took a trip that would change how I viewed manufacturing and innovation. My visit to Shenzhen and the Guangzhou Lighting Fair opened my eyes to a world of new technologies and energy-saving lighting solutions. When I set out on my journey to the Guangzhou Lighting Fair, I had a clear goal: to explore new technologies and manufacturers that could help industries save energy. At just 22, I had convinced my father that China might hold the answers I was looking for. I believed it was the perfect place to discover innovative products and connect with key players in the manufacturing world. While I visited some of China’s largest manufacturers, one encounter stood out. I found myself in Shenzhen, a city just beginning to make its mark in the manufacturing landscape. At the time, it was far from the industrial giant it is today. However, with its proximity to Hong Kong, it made sense that a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) was being set up there t...