Bob Li
About Bob Li
Bob Li serves as the Regional Sales Director at Stepan Company, where he has worked for the past ten years. With a background in chemical sales and a strong educational foundation in Polymer Science and Biochemical Engineering, he leads a team focused on sales, marketing, and customer service in the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions.
Current Role at Stepan Company
Bob Li serves as the Regional Sales Director at Stepan Company, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he leads a team responsible for sales, marketing, and customer service across the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions. His leadership focuses on driving business growth and enhancing customer relationships within these key markets.
Previous Experience at GE and Bayer MaterialScience
Before joining Stepan Company, Bob Li worked at GE as an Account Manager from 2004 to 2006. He then transitioned to Bayer MaterialScience, where he served as Sales Manager from 2006 to 2009. These roles contributed to his development in sales strategies and customer engagement within the chemical industry.
Experience at LyondellBasell
Bob Li worked at LyondellBasell from 2009 to 2014 as the Sales & Marketing Department Head. In this capacity, he managed sales and marketing initiatives, further enhancing his expertise in the chemical sector and preparing him for his current leadership role at Stepan Company.
Educational Background in Polymer Science and Biochemical Engineering
Bob Li earned his Bachelor’s degree in Polymer Science from Dalian University of Technology, studying from 1999 to 2003. He later obtained a Master’s degree in Biochemical Engineering from University College London (UCL) in 2004. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in the chemical industry.
Master of Business Administration from Fudan University
Bob Li completed his Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Fudan University from 2012 to 2014. This advanced degree complements his technical expertise and enhances his business acumen, particularly in the chemical processes related to surfactants and catalysts.