Honored to Speak at the Global Sources Smart China Sourcing Summit

Michael MicheliniAnnouncements, Blog0 Comments

I was asked to speak at the Global sources Smart China Sourcing Summit to discuss about various business structures for your Amazon FBA business. This article is about my topic of Hong Kong business structures.

I was the last speaker on the 3rd and final day of the summit, and I was talking about taxes! So how could I possibly keep everyone awake at the last session on such a dry topic.

Therefore, I worked as hard as I can to add some jokes and case studies, as well as add some wit to the conversation.

Stripe Released in Hong Kong!

Michael MicheliniBanking, Blog, Corporate13 Comments

Finally some good news to share – Stripe has started inviting people for the Hong Kong Market. We received reports from a few readers and others that they got private beta invites, and then yesterday we confirmed by a tweet Stripe shared on their official account 香港, 你好！We're now sending out invites for our Hong Kong private beta. You can … Read More

Americans Losing Out Business Deals Internationally?

Michael MicheliniBlog, Business, Case Studies0 Comments

Are you one of those business people who have partnered with an american or are you a non-american who have american business partners? Have had quite a bit of calls with business people who have done international partnering and and were wondering if Hong Kong is the right place for them. This is a tough one, and today let’s go through some of the thought process.

Amazon + Hong Kong – Match Made in Heaven

Michael MicheliniBlog, Corporate, Incorporation2 Comments

Are you an e-commerce expert, or maybe just getting started out? You should get serious and check into leveraging the power of Hong Kong. For your global business, and Amazon USA sales and supplier center’s headquarters. Today we’ll dig into why making a Hong Kong Amazon business will be good for you.

We Are A Proper Hong Kong Registered Agent

Michael MicheliniAnnouncements, Blog0 Comments

The parent company of Global From Asia (Shadstone Limited) is a registered agent. That is, a registered agent with the Company Registry (CR) in Hong Kong. This post will explain what it means to be a HK registered agent, and ways we can help your Hong Kong business – from start to finish!

Hotels To Stay in Hong Kong (From Backpacker to Baller)

Michael MicheliniBlog, Lifestyle, Travel2 Comments

Welcome to Hong Kong! The first thing a new client asks us is – what is a good hotel to stay at in Hong Kong? With so many choices and price ranges, it is a difficult answer to say in 1 email! So we have taken parts from various posts and made today’s guide list a full range of options for different locations and price ranges of Hong Kong hotels.

Shenzhen Party Alliance

Michael MicheliniAnnouncements, Blog2 Comments

We are excited announce that Global From Asia Team made a cooperation with Shenzhen Party! We made a win-win deal. Learn more about this Shenzhen Party Cross Border Summit Alliance.

How to Get a Chinese Visa

Michael MicheliniBlog, Immigration, Lifestyle4 Comments

Looking to visit Mainland China? Maybe you’re going to attend our Cross Border Summit or maybe you’re coming for the Canton Fair trade show or to visit factories. Whatever the case, 99% sure your passport will require you to file and pay for a passport visa in advance. If you need help on how to get Chinese visa, this blog will be a good place to start!

10 Things You Need To Know About China Sourcing

Michael MicheliniBlog, Business, Manufacturing2 Comments

Looking to make your first order from a Chinese factory? Or maybe you’re currently doing it and still crossing your fingers that it is going along well. Here are some tips I have learned over the years from my own experience and experts in the field. Find out some really helpful tips for sourcing in China.

Should You Live in Shanghai or Shenzhen?

Michael MicheliniBlog, Lifestyle, Living2 Comments

So you’re thinking to move to China? Or maybe come to a visit – and 2 cities are sticking out for you – that is Shanghai and Shenzhen. Which one should you choose? Here are some details that may help you make the big decisions between Shanghai or Shenzhen.

It’s Coming – It’s Here! Factory to Consumer

Michael MicheliniBlog, Business, Ecommerce12 Comments

If you are a product based business, listen up! Chinese factories have been working harder and harder to go direct to end consumer. They are working hard to learn how to do their own brands and build up their own distribution. Today, we will go through what is happening and what you can do.

Happy Chinese New Year – Enjoy My Next Book: “China Startup”

Michael MicheliniBlog0 Comments

Excited to announce my third book, “China Startup” is alive! Published today just before Chinese New Year so that you can enjoy some reading adventure time on your time off. The book is my journey starting a Chinese tech startup. Going through an accelerator, team building, product development, marketing, fundraising and more.