He earned his B.S. in Management Information Systems from the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, his M.S. in Business and his Ph.D. at the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University. In 2012 he received the Outstanding Teaching Award at Mays Business School. Prior to his studies, he served in a leading Asia-based original equipment manufacturer (OEM) as an assistant supply chain manager for three years. His current research interests focus on the antecedents and consequences of supply chain security programs. To help managers realize the value of security oriented practices and strategies, he employs both qualitative and quantitative methods to derive in-depth insights. He is also interested in behavioral operations management, supply chain integration, and information and communication technology.