Welcome to
The China Guys
Welcome to The China Guys
Your one stop shop for all China business news
Your one stop shop for all China business news
About The China Guys
Why Track China?
The new world order is a tangled web of cultural, economic, and political ambitions. China’s opaque political economy provides an unprecedented challenge to those unfamiliar with the cultural and historical undercurrents driving Beijing’s global movements.
Who Is TCG?
We’re a crew of guys and gals who have spent our professional and academic careers learning to decode China. Our crew of China Watchers come from diverse backgrounds with deep in-country experience that allows us to cut through the noise and connect the dots behind Beijing’s activity.
We Became China Experts…
So You Don’t Have To
Now, more than ever, a clear-eyed view of the dynamics shaping China is imperative as a global citizen. While we live to immerse ourselves in the Sinosphere, we realize it’s not for everyone. We track everything China – so you don’t have to – and bring activity in the Middle Kingdom down to Earth through digestible insights in our weekly newsletters and articles.
The Original Guys & Gals
Steve Hopkins
Co-Founder
Steve has years of financial industry experience, notably working across hedge funds, commercial banks, and fintech startups. His analysis articles on China's emerging tech industry have been cited by US Congressional reports and he has been featured by China's top consulting firms for his expertise on China's CBDC initiative. He has 7+ years of on-the-ground China experience with over a decade of Chinese studies.
He holds a B.S. in finance and international business from Indiana University and certification in Chinese language and culture from the US Chinese Flagship Program.
Nathan Handwerker
Co-Founder
Nathan is a researcher and analyst with years of experience across the financial and economic research industries. In his most recent role at Northern Trust, Nathan worked for top hedge fund Bridgewater Associates LP, where he streamlined middle and back-office operations. His research focuses on the nexus of finance, business, and policy, and his work has been shared by top publications and consultancies.
Nathan holds a degree in international relations from Indiana University and certification in Chinese language and culture from the US Chinese Flagship Program.
Ava Jamerson
Director of Operations
Ava comes to The China Guys from the Department of Commerce, where she works in communications. As a Boren recipient and Chinese Flagship Program graduate, Ava is proficient in professional-level Mandarin and has work experience in China. She has a strong background in Chinese social media, ranging from conducting research on Weibo to analyzing WeChat performance data.
Ava holds degrees in Chinese & Business Administration from the University of Oregon and certification in Chinese language and culture from the US Chinese Flagship Program.
Ava holds degrees in Chinese & Business Administration from the University of Oregon and certification in Chinese language and culture from the US Chinese Flagship Program.
Steve Hopkins
Co-Founder
Steve has years of financial industry experience, notably working across hedge funds, commercial banks, and fintech startups. His analysis articles on China’s emerging tech industry have been cited by US Congressional reports and he has been featured by China’s top consulting firms for his expertise on China’s CBDC initiative. He has 7+ years of on-the-ground China experience with over a decade of Chinese studies.
He holds a B.S. in finance and international business from Indiana University and certification in Chinese language and culture from the US Chinese Flagship Program.
Nathan Handwerker
Co-Founder
Nathan is a researcher and analyst with years of experience across the financial and economic research industries. In his most recent role at Northern Trust, Nathan worked for top hedge fund Bridgewater Associates LP, where he streamlined middle and back-office operations. His research focuses on the nexus of finance, business, and policy, and his work has been shared by top publications and consultancies.
Nathan holds a degree in international relations from Indiana University and certification in Chinese language and culture from the US Chinese Flagship Program.
Ava Jamerson
Director of Operations
Ava comes to The China Guys from the Department of Commerce, where she works in communications. As a Boren recipient and Chinese Flagship Program graduate, Ava is proficient in professional-level Mandarin and has work experience in China. She has a strong background in Chinese social media, ranging from conducting research on Weibo to analyzing WeChat performance data.
Ava holds degrees in Chinese & Business Administration from the University of Oregon and certification in Chinese language and culture from the US Chinese Flagship Program.
Ava holds degrees in Chinese & Business Administration from the University of Oregon and certification in Chinese language and culture from the US Chinese Flagship Program.
Want to Join the Crew?
We have openings in all facets of the China Watcher field, from the nitty gritty of growing a buzzing startup ground-up to penning your name on a personal portfolio of China analysis articles – and everything in between!