Zheng Zhiying
Zheng Zhiying | |
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| Education | Bachelor's degree in economics from Hebei University of Economics and Business; graduate certificate in Business Management from Graduate School of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences; MBA and master's degree in Industrial Engineering from Yanshan University; Executive MBA from PBC School of Finance, Tsinghua University |
| Occupation(s) | Banker, government official, academic |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Known for | Chairman of Bank of Handan Co. Ltd |
Zheng Zhiying has held the position of chairman at Bank of Handan Co. Ltd, a state-owned regional joint-stock commercial bank, since 2014. He is a recipient of special government allowances granted by the State Council.
Education
In 1978, Zheng obtained his bachelor's degree in economics from Hebei University of Economics and Business. He later earned a graduate certificate in Business Management from the Graduate School of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences in 1995. By 2004, he had completed both an MBA and a master's degree in Industrial Engineering at Yanshan University, supported by the Organization Department of the CCP Hebei Provincial Committee. Subsequently, he pursued an executive MBA program at the PBC School of Finance within Tsinghua University.
Handan City government
Zheng’s early professional journey began as a farmer in Baisan Brigade, Jize County, Hebei. He then transitioned into public service at the Planning Commission of Handan City government, concurrently serving as Secretary for the local Communist Youth League branch. His career progressed through various roles at Handan Trust and Investment Company, including Deputy Office Director and Senior Economist. Additionally, he was appointed deputy director at the Port Office under Handan Municipal Government.
He further advanced into senior government positions such as deputy director of the General Office and Deputy Secretary-General within the Handan Municipal Government.
Bank of Handan
Between 2005 and 2014, Zheng acted as General Manager of Handan Urban Credit Cooperative Society Co., Ltd., alongside his role as President of the Bank of Handan. In 2014, he was elevated to Chairman of the Bank.
Under his leadership, the bank underwent a strategic realignment to reinforce CCP involvement in its operations, emphasizing party leadership as essential to supporting the real economy. This strategy entailed diminishing dependence on the "three meetings and one layer" governance framework, in line with central policies aimed at enhancing party supervision within financial institutions.
In 2021, Zheng promoted a cautious stance on integrating fintech innovations, emphasizing risk management over swift technological adoption. He advised postponing widespread application until new technologies mature, citing concerns about regulatory complexities and digital inequality. His position underscored the importance of stringent regulatory measures governing fintech in China.
Part-time roles in academia
Zheng serves as a part-time supervisor for Master's candidates at Yanshan University, Hebei University of Economics and Business, Hebei Finance University, and Guangdong University of Finance and Economics. He also holds part-time professorships at Hebei University of Economics and Business and Handan Municipal Party School.
Professional qualifications and awards
- Certified senior economist (China professional credential)
- Awardee of special government allowances from the State Council
Publications
- Annual Report on the Development of Finance in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Region