Danson

Head Of HR&ADMIN, North America
MaleHuman Resources Manager/SupervisorLive in United StatesNationality United States
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Summary

A visionary executive leader with a powerful blend of US-China educational and professional experience, specializing in business transformation and 0-to-1 corporate structuring in the United States (including milestones with CATL, Luzhou Laojiao, and LESSO). Proven track record in operational excellence, strategic HR, and scaling cross-border enterprises. Complementing my corporate expertise, I am a results-driven video production and content specialist with an academic foundation in media arts. I adeptly leverage advanced filmmaking techniques and storytelling expertise to design bespoke corporate promotional videos, compelling articles, and cultural handbooks that elevate brand identity.

Work experience

  • Head of HR&Admin, North America

    Atlasforge Construction LLC. Irving TX
    2026.07-Current(3 months)
    Joining the startup EPC company as Employee No.3 to build corporate operations from 0 to 1. Executing the development of corporate operations and HR infrastructure, successfully expediting the setup of business licenses, insurance, and vendor networks within 1.5 months via strategic resources, with comprehensive oversight of recruitment, labor budgeting, compliance, and commercial operations. Spearheading the localization of HR and administrative systems and establishing the regional infrastructure while leading global talent acquisition, labor cost control, and expanding coverage from the US to North America. Startup HR & Administration Infrastructure Development: Spearheading the formulation of company policies, building comprehensive onboarding & offboarding and KPI systems, and designing and executing daily operational management frameworks North America Talent Strategy/Acquisition & Sourcing: Drove NA recruitment strategy, and expanded the team from 3 to 10 across US local and Mexico projects with top-tier talent from April to July (Engineers, Cost Manager and Project Director) EOR and North American Labor Compliance: Overseeing Mexico EOR operations, North American labor cost estimation, and legal and regulatory compliance risk management Business Resources and External Communication: Leveraging personal business resources to establish diverse vendor agreements—including Audit Report for GC licensing, logistics, and temp agency partnership. Also, serving as the primary point of contact for all commercial communications with landlord and government entities Procurement & Budget Control: Sourcing to require company supplies while maintaining the cost within 80% of the budgeted amount Payroll Processing and Tax Administration: Skilling in setting up and executing timely payroll systems while managing quarterly IRS filings and corporate tax compliance Employee Benefits: Formulating and implementing comprehensive employee benefits, including employee health business travel, and personal accident insurance Office Daily Operation & Renovation: Spearheading office renovation project while seamlessly maintaining daily business operations including the management of all business licenses(COI, Sales Permit, FTZ, etc ) and operation insurances (Strategic sourcing all corporate operational insurance using personal resources, achieving a 15% reduction in budgetary expenditures) Corporate Promotion Production: Leveraging my professional background and hands-on experience in media production to create promotional videos, written content, and corporate brochures for the company
  • HR / Administrative Manager

    LESSO America Inc., Fort Worth TX
    2026.01-2026.04(4 months)
    Executed to LESSO Texas Plant build-up project from 0 to 1. Directed factory establishment and local workforce structuring with strict labor cost controls, managing end-to-end recruitment, administration, and multi-location warehouses, including but not limited to Michigan, Florida and California. Plant Management: Directed plant management, including workforce management, production & warehouse safety compliance, and operation expense payment North America Talent Strategy/Acquisition & Sourcing: Spearheaded NA recruitment to onboard 12 hires including AR, CSR, Procurement, Marketing Specialist and Warehouse Associate within 2 months, successfully clearing a year-long hiring backlog and ensuring a seamless transition for my role with a dedicated backfill (Reduced Projected annual labor costs by $375K by optimizing the recruitment compensation structure within 75% of the budget) Payroll Processing and Tax Administration: Revamped the company's payroll system and procedures, eliminating redundant steps and upgrading overall workflow performance Well-Established Corporate Policies: Modified and improve the company's existing policies Employee Benefits: Formulated and implemented comprehensive employee benefits, including employee health insurance, project travel insurance, and personal accident insurance Business External Communication: Represented the company in external communications, included negotiating with and persuading the landlord to provide additional factory hardware upgrades and maintenance beyond the scope of the lease agreement Daily Operation: Responsible plant renovation initiatives, production equipment inspection, permit application, and seamlessly maintaining daily business operations Budget Control: Terminated contracts with costly vendors chosen by the previous HR & Admin Manager and onboarded cost-effective alternatives. Way to save the company 15% in administrative expense
  • Senior Team Leader of Administrative, North America

    Contemporary Amperex Technology CO., Limited (CATL) Marshall MI
    2024.10-2025.12(a year)
    Spearheaded the 0-to-1 setup of a CATL & FORD battery plant project within 5 months as the No.1 employee, directed multi-office construction, HR/admin systems, talent acquisition, L-visa processing, logistics infrastructure, and daily stakeholder management. Successfully maintained all administrative expenses within 65% of the budgeted amount. Daily Operation: Executed daily business operations, such as site procurement, attendance management, mail handling, and visitor reception, etc Office Setup: Managed the setup of CATL’s first US corporate office and oversaw the installation of 45 trailer offices at the plant Team Management: Assigned and managed tasks for the CATL North American admin team Budget Management: Developed and managed the annual budget for admin department and the projects North America Talent Acquisition & Risk Assessment: Recruited and onboarded 62 employees from November to March, while managing risk and stability assessments throughout the project hiring process Payroll Processing and Tax Administration: Managed payroll processing and tax administration for a 300-employee workforce of local and expats, guaranteeing flawless execution and regulatory compliance Expats and International Vendors Management: Directly managed end-to-end accommodation, dining, transportation, and local safety for over 300 expats and overseas vendors in Michigan Employee Training: Managed localized culture onboarding and cross-border US compliance and labor law training for expats and vendors VISA and Business Travel Arrangement: Handled end-to-end business travel and mobility logistics for over 100 employees, including itinerary planning, invitation drafting, and flight/hotel bookings, while securing L visas for 48 expats and Chinese business visas for 50 local employees Business Activity: Accompanied GM of NA Branch and headquarters colleagues on site selection visits for high-potential projects HR & Admin Expense Payment: Executed all payment of HR and Administrative expenses in North America for CATL Business External Communication: served as the primary point of contact for all commercial communications with landlord ,Ford, Walbridge and United Rentals Corporate Promotion Production: Leveraged my professional background and hands-on experience in media production to create the project’s promotional videos Corporate Events Organized: Managed end-to-end logistics for diverse corporate events ranging from a 50-person holiday party to a 120-person project milestone celebration
  • Administrative Specialist

    Luzhou Laojiao Business & Develop (N.A) Inc., Arcadia CA
    2021.06-2024.10(3 years)
    A multifaceted Administration and HR professional responsible for North American office administration, recruitment, financial management, customs clearance, logistics/warehousing, and client and sales support. Daily Operation: Streamlined office operation for efficiency and organization Management of Employee Attendance: Managed and reviewed employee attendance data and reports for headquarter Budget Management: Developed and managed the annual budget for admin department Office Relocation and upgraded: Led the North American office relocation to a commercial property to optimize administrative costs reduced monthly rent from $100K to $5,786, and directed the facility upgrade for the reception area and showroom as well North America Talent Acquisition: Assisted headquarters HR in recruiting employees in North America, included resume review, background and education verification Employee Benefits: Formulated and implemented comprehensive employee benefits, included employee health insurance, well-being, and leave benefits Financial Processing and Tax Administration: Supported headquarter and directed financial management for two North American subsidiaries, included payroll, regular reconciliation, tax filing, and cash flow optimization Logistics and Warehouse Management: Managed end-to-end logistics including US customs clearance, drayage, and warehousing, while performing monthly audits and real-time inventory system updates Fixed Assets Management: Ensured asset data integrity by leading quarterly fixed asset audits, streamlining the disposal process for damaged assets, and synchronizing updates with the financial system Sales and Marketing Support: Supported Sales Department operations by managing client entertainment, archiving sales documents, and executing on-site promotional events Operation Qualifications: Responsible for annual corporate fire inspections, COI applications and renewals Corporate Promotion Production: Leveraged my professional background and hands-on experience in media production to create the company events’ promotional videos Corporate Events Organized: Managed end-to-end for diverse all corporate events
  • Bilingual Sales Representative

    Sierra Trading Group, Alhambra CA
    2020.12-2021.06(7 months)
    Responsible for sales and marketing initiatives while managing daily office operations and executive & client relations for the CEO. Daily Operation: Coordinated daily administrative and plant operations, office supplies procurement, attendance management, mail handled, and operation expense payment Sales Operation: Demonstrated strong sales performance by meeting monthly targets ($250k/Month) and surpassing quotas for three months straight. Submission of monthly sales reports on time remains a requirement, as well Marketing Promotion: Drove business growth and brand recognition through customized multi-market strategies, resulting in the acquisition of 15 new accounts and geographic expansion into 3 states annually Customer Relationship Management:Cultivated long-term client loyalty through regular check-ins and strategic promotional campaigns customized for existing accounts Product Logistics: Managed the end-to-end fulfillment process by scheduling carrier pickups and deliveries immediately after order placement
  • Bilingual Coordinator

    Carcare Inc., Los Angeles CA
    2020.08-2020.12(5 months)
    Facilitated seamless medical experiences by managing appointments, coordinating transportation, and providing bilingual English-Chinese interpretation between clients and clinics. ● Schedule Appointments: Booked a medical appointment for a customer ● Interactive Translation: Bridged communication gaps for patients by coordinating with English-speaking clinics and delivering accurate feedback in Mandarin and Cantonese ● Commute Arrangement: Provided transportation coordination for customers
  • Producing Director

    Shanghai Hongjin Media & Art Develop Ltd., CO., Shanghai China
    2015.10-2017.06(2 years)
    Managed a crew of 15 members, controlled budgets, and ensured the successful delivery of high-quality media products. Video Production: Executed to all media orders end to end delivery Crew Management: Led a 15-member production crew, optimized workflows to ensure on-time production of media orders Project Budget Management: Strictly managed budgets for each production project, successfully reducing planned expenditures for the Shanghai Metro Line 10 promotional video by 5%

Educational experience

  • Academy of Art University

    Master of Fine Arts - MFA The motion Picture and Television
    2017.08-2019.10(2 years)
  • Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai

    Bachelor of Arts - BA Film and Television
    2012.09-2016.06(4 years)
  • Nanchang Foreign Language School

    High Schoolchool Diploma

Languages

English
Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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