(GlobalNet marked its 20th anniversary milestone, with the core management team raising a toast to thank distinguished guests at the reception. From left: Lance Peng, Vice President of Sales; Chairman Jimmy Hu; COO Connie Hsu.)

As the global technology industry enters a pivotal turning point driven by the explosive growth of AI computing power and the restructuring of supply chains, GlobalNet Electronics, a key partner in the global electronics supply chain ecosystem, hosted its “20th Anniversary Celebration Afternoon Tea Reception” on May 15 at the W Hotel Taipei.

The event welcomed more than 140 distinguished guests, including leading executives, core customers, and long-term supply chain partners from the semiconductor, ICT, and electronics manufacturing industries.

Hosted by renowned presenter Ho Rong, the event also featured a keynote speech by respected industry analyst Jonah Cheng, widely known as “Captain.” Together, attendees celebrated GlobalNet’s remarkable journey from a startup to an internationally recognized enterprise, while engaging in in-depth discussions on the transformation of global supply chains in the AI era.

(Industry expert Jonah Cheng, “Captain,” was invited to deliver a keynote at GlobalNet’s 20th anniversary event, providing insights into AI-driven industry transformation.)

(GlobalNet held its 20th Anniversary Celebration Afternoon Tea on May 15, 2026. Chairman Jimmy Hu reflected on the company’s entrepreneurial journey.)

From a Classified Ad to the Global Stage: A Problem Solver on the Front Line

During his speech, GlobalNet Founder and Chairman Jimmy Hu reflected emotionally on the company’s 20-year entrepreneurial journey. He shared that the beginning of everything could be traced back to a small recruitment advertisement he encountered in a newspaper in 1996 — an opportunity that ultimately led him into the electronics industry and later inspired the establishment of GlobalNet Electronics in 2006.

Chairman Hu emphasized that over the past two decades, the global technology industry has undergone dramatic transformation. Throughout numerous industry cycles, geopolitical tensions, financial crises, the global pandemic, and severe supply chain disruptions, GlobalNet has consistently stood alongside its customers.

“GlobalNet has always upheld one core mission — whenever our customers face supply chain disruptions and need support the most, we will stand on the front line and do everything possible to solve their challenges,” said Hu. “We firmly believe that delivering products safely and efficiently across the world through a resilient and flexible supply chain is our most important commitment to customers.”

AI Reshapes the Industry: Speed and Flexibility Become Core Competitiveness

One of the highlights of the event was the keynote presentation by industry expert Jonah Cheng. Focusing on the latest developments in AI architecture, Cheng provided deep insights into how technological transformation is reshaping the operational models and competitive dynamics of the global electronics supply chain.

As demand for generative AI and high-performance computing (HPC) continues to surge, traditional supply chain management models are facing unprecedented challenges. In the rapidly evolving AI era, competitive advantage is no longer defined solely by economies of scale, but increasingly by supply chain responsiveness and deployment flexibility.

These insights strongly align with GlobalNet’s long-standing core values of Quality, Service, and Speed, further reinforcing why GlobalNet continues to be a trusted strategic partner for leading technology companies worldwide.

Uniting Industry Strength for the Next Remarkable 20 Years

The 20th anniversary celebration was not only a warm occasion for appreciation and reflection, but also resembled a summit gathering of technology industry leaders, highlighting the strong partnerships and shared growth between GlobalNet and its global partners.

As the event concluded with a memorable group photo, GlobalNet once again demonstrated its strong industry influence and cohesive partnerships. Looking ahead, amid the accelerating transformation driven by AI and global technological change, GlobalNet will continue to uphold its founding vision and work closely with international customers and supplier partners worldwide — navigating the waves of innovation with greater agility toward another extraordinary and successful 20 years.