Who I Am

I am Grace Gong, founder of GONG Connect, helping German and European SMEs build supply chains from China that are safe, transparent, and fast.
With more than 10 years of hands-on procurement experience in China and an international background in Australia, I now bring that expertise to Europe from my base in Cologne, combining field experience with modern digital tools.
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What Drives Me

 

Mission
To make China sourcing safe, transparent, and accessible for European SMEs.
Vision
A business environment where European companies and Chinese suppliers collaborate with trust, speed, and resilience.

My Path

 

  • Australia – Six years of study and work in international trade. Gained a global mindset and cross-cultural perspective.
  • China – Over a decade in product development, supplier relations, and export logistics. Solved problems directly in factories and with logistics partners.
  • Germany – Today in Cologne, supporting SMEs across Europe to de-risk and accelerate sourcing from China.

What Makes Me Different

 

  • Strategic insight plus hands-on execution
  • Understanding both German expectations and Chinese manufacturing realities
  • Bridging cultural and regulatory gaps without slowing delivery
  • Digital mindset: AI assisted supplier research and risk screening, with human verification