Wauconda, Illinois - The International Magnesium Association (IMA) proudly announces the hiring of Ms. Shanel Tsai as the new Asia Representative for the association effective July 1, 2009.
Ms. Tsai, who also is owner of the Widetex Corporation HK, an investment and trading company, brings over seventeen years of nonferrous metals experience with her. IMA’s China office will move to Shanghai when Ms. Tsai takes over representation on July 1. Her contact information will be available on the IMA website as of that date.

Ms. Tsai brings excellent marketing skills and strong connections with the Japan, China, and Taiwan Magnesium Associations, members and markets. She is fluent in English, Japanese, Mandarin, Taiwanese and conversant in Cantonese. “We are very excited to have Shanel join the IMA team,“ explained IMA Executive Vice President Greg Patzer “Her comprehensive knowledge of magnesium related fields including but not limited to melting, casting, machining, coating and chemical treatment will be a definite asset to the association and our Asian members.”