Charlie Gu is the Founder and CEO of Jingzhi Media Group, publisher of Jingzhi Chronicle, and founder of Kollective Influence, a cross-cultural marketing consultancy connecting global brands with Chinese and overseas consumers.
With over 15 years of experience in media and consumer intelligence, Charlie specialises in Chinese consumer trends, luxury strategy, and cross-cultural communications. Formerly Deputy Publisher at Jing Daily, he now leads BeautyMatter China, bridging insights between the regional and global beauty industries.
A highly sought-after speaker and industry commentator, Charlie frequently shares his expertise at international conferences like Cosmoprof Bologna and the BeautyMatter Future50 Summit. His work empowers brands to navigate the cultural shifts shaping China’s next-generation consumers, helping them seize emerging opportunities at the intersection of culture, commerce, and innovation.
