Edward Tian

Chairman, China Broadband Capital Partners, L.P.

Edward Tian is a prominent figure in the telecommunications and investment sectors, serving as the founder and Chairman of China Broadband Capital Partners, L.P. (CBC), a private equity firm focused on the Telecom, Media, and Technology (TMT) sectors in China. CBC was established in May 2006 and has since invested in various companies within these industries.1 2

Professional Background

Before founding CBC, Edward Tian held significant leadership roles:

Vice Chairman and CEO of China Netcom Group from November 2002 to May 2006.
CEO of China Netcom Company Ltd. from August 1999 to May 2002.
Vice Chairman of PCCW Limited from 2005 to 2007.
Co-founder and CEO of AsiaInfo Holdings, Inc., which became the first publicly listed high-tech company in China on NASDAQ in 2001.1 2 3

Education

Edward Tian holds a Ph.D. in Natural Resource Management from Texas Tech University in the USA.1 2

Current Roles

In addition to his role at CBC, he serves as an Independent Director for several multinational companies, including Lenovo Group Limited and China Minsheng Bank.1 2 His extensive experience in the telecommunications industry and investment landscape positions him as a key player in China's economic development.