Epack CEO Marwan Featured in Yiwu College’s 25th Anniversary Alumni Exhibition
[November 23, 2018] To mark the 25th anniversary of Yiwu Industrial & Commercial College, the School of International Education held an exhibition showcasing the achievements of its alumni. Marwan, an outstanding graduate from Yemen and the current CEO of Epack, was selected for the exhibition. He stood out as a prime example of the college’s internationalized approach to education and as a role model for young entrepreneurs from China and abroad.
How Epack Founder Marwan Built Foreign Trade Skills at Yiwu College
Marwan arrived in China from Yemen in 2014 to pursue his studies. During his time at the college, he systematically studied Chinese, international trade, and cross-border commerce. He frequently visited the Yiwu International Trade City to gain market insights, laying the groundwork for his future entrepreneurial endeavors. Over his four years of study, he not only deepened his expertise in foreign trade but also mastered Chinese, English, and Arabic. This linguistic proficiency allowed him to integrate deeply into the city of Yiwu, where he embarked on his journey of personal growth and entrepreneurship.
Epack CEO Marwan’s Charity Work & Scholarships at Yiwu College
While at school, Marwan actively participated in various charitable activities organized by the college and the community—such as voluntary blood donation and visiting elderly residents in nursing homes. His dedication to public service earned him widespread recognition and multiple Zhejiang Provincial Government Scholarships. In November 2016, he was honored with the title of “Yiwu’s Most Beautiful Fire Safety Advocate” for his outstanding contributions to fire safety awareness. Driven by a desire to master Chinese quickly, he spent nearly every day in the college library studying the language during his first six months. Thanks to his perseverance, he is now able to communicate fluently with Chinese people.
From Translator to Epack Founder: Marwan’s Rise After Graduation
After graduation, Marwan began his career at a foreign trade company, starting as a translator. Leveraging his fluency in Arabic and Chinese, he accompanied clients to the International Trade City to select products, oversaw quality control and order quantities, and managed logistics. Within just six months of graduating, he rose from an ordinary employee to General Manager and became a shareholder in the company. Subsequently, Marwan founded Epack, officially launching his entrepreneurial career.
Epack CEO Marwan: A Model of Yiwu’s International Education Success
His inclusion in the School of International Education’s alumni showcase is not only a recognition of Marwan’s personal journey of striving but also a vivid demonstration of the international education achievements of Yiwu Industrial & Commercial College—which has cultivated successive cohorts of international entrepreneurs like Marwan who are rooted in Yiwu yet connected to the world.
FAQ
What is Epack CEO Marwan’s educational background?
Marwan came to China from Yemen in 2014 and studied at Yiwu Industrial & Commercial College. He systematically learned Chinese, international trade, and cross-border commerce, frequently visiting Yiwu International Trade City for market insights. He mastered Chinese, English, and Arabic.
Why was Epack CEO Marwan featured in Yiwu College’s alumni exhibition?
He was selected for the School of International Education’s alumni showcase during the college’s 25th anniversary, recognized as an outstanding graduate and a prime example of internationalized education, as well as a role model for young entrepreneurs from China and abroad.
What charity work did Epack CEO Marwan do while at Yiwu College?
Marwan actively participated in charitable activities such as voluntary blood donation and visiting elderly residents in nursing homes. His dedication earned him multiple Zhejiang Provincial Government Scholarships and the title of “Yiwu’s Most Beautiful Fire Safety Advocate” in November 2016.