WEEN NIU
GENERAL MANAGER
ADVANTECH NORTH AMERICA/CANADA
WHY: Has worked at Irvine-based office of Taiwanese company since 2000, including last 16 as its managing director of North America, which supplies Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Goal of $1.5B in regional revenue.
IN THE NEWS: Building a new six-story building and adjacent two-story facility in Tustin; the two buildings are set on 10 acres at the corner of Red Hill Avenue and Victory Loop near the former Marine helicopter base. The Business Journal estimates the Tustin facilities will cost about $75M; scheduled for completion in Q3 2026
QUOTABLE: “The U.S. is not a country looking for low-cost solutions. They are looking for higher service. They are looking for more value added.”
