Guided by Kindness, Moving Toward Beauty: Visiting Cixi Zhongfa Lighting to Understand the Business Philosophy of 'Compassion and Wisdom in Action'

On August 4, 2026, a cultural salon themed “Let Kindness Be the Light, Pursue Beauty” was successfully held at Cixi Zhongfa Lighting Co., Ltd. Representatives from 16 member enterprises of the association gathered together to experience the integration of traditional Chinese wisdom and modern enterprise management during the visit and exchange, sharing in an inspiring intellectual feast.

At the start of the event, attendees were guided by the Zhongfa Lighting team through visits to the electronics workshop, SMT workshop, laboratory, assembly workshop, and warehouse center. As a national high-tech enterprise founded in 1994, Zhongfa Lighting has been deeply engaged in the lighting industry for over 30 years, operating across a 120-acre garden-style facility with nearly 300 employees. From precision manufacturing to rigorous quality control, every step reflects the company's strategic vision of “Zhongfa Intelligence, Quality Leadership.” The company’s products once supported landmark projects such as the Beijing Olympics’ “Bird’s Nest” and “Water Cube,” and are now widely sold across Europe and North America—giving participants deeper insight into this Ningbo Qianwan New Area-based lighting enterprise.

At lunchtime, attendees experienced Zhongfa Lighting’s unique vegetarian culture. Through each meal, the company conveys not only a philosophy of healthy living but also its core cultural value centered on “kindness.”

In the afternoon, Mr. Chen Jianfeng, Chairman of Zhongfa Lighting, delivered a keynote speech. He warmly welcomed the visiting delegation from the association and eloquently shared insights drawn from Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. He particularly emphasized the core Buddhist concept of “compassion and wisdom operating together”—highlighting that compassion and wisdom are inherently unified and inseparable.

Mr. Chen noted that business leaders should take the great compassion of Bodhisattvas as their initial motivation for enterprise and use wisdom as their guiding light in management. In daily practice, they should frequently engage with classical texts of sages, apply what they learn, and never forget their original intention. This approach—transforming traditional Chinese wisdom into practical management philosophy—deeply resonated with the attendees.

Notably, Zhongfa Lighting has always practiced its “Zhongfa people are one family” family (filial) culture. The company not only features a garden-like factory and comprehensive living facilities—including a canteen, dormitories, basketball court, table tennis room, reading room, and multifunctional training rooms—but also consistently upholds the management philosophy of “people-oriented, virtue carries all.” Mr. Chen shared that enterprises should not only create material wealth for employees but also care about their spiritual well-being, enabling every Zhongfa employee to realize their self-worth in a joyful work environment. This integration of “family culture” into modern enterprise management vividly embodies the principle of “compassion and wisdom operating together” in team building.

During the interactive session, representatives from attending companies freely exchanged views on understanding and applying traditional Chinese culture. Drawing from their own industry experiences, they explored how to integrate the essence of traditional culture into team development, brand building, and daily operations. The collision of ideas sparked new inspiration, creating a warm and sincere atmosphere.

At the conclusion of the event, Chen Yi, the rotating president, expressed heartfelt gratitude on behalf of the attending companies to Chairman Chen Jianfeng for his insightful sharing. All participants agreed that this salon was not only an opportunity for inter-enterprise visits and learning but also a spiritual renewal and an infusion of energy. Zhongfa Lighting upholds its quality principle—“Every lamp crafted with precision; every promise delivered with utmost sincerity”—to fulfill its commitment: “All our efforts are dedicated to meeting and exceeding customer expectations.” “Let kindness be our light; let beauty guide our path.” May every entrepreneur, guided by wisdom and compassion, achieve steady progress and greater success in both business and life.

The “Let Kindness Be Our Light · Let Beauty Guide Our Path” visit to Zhongfa Lighting has successfully concluded. We look forward to continuing this journey with you at the next stop!