Team Leader

Frank Gao

Frank Gao-updated (400 x 400 px)
Based in Asia

Frank Gao oversees the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), appliance and electric vehicle (EV) project teams in Asia. He has been instrumental in supporting the International Copper Association’s (ICA) presence in the HVAC industry in China and is proud of his team’s work in the HVAC sector.  

Combining the training from his Bachelor’s degree in Refrigeration Engineering and MBA from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Frank uses his expertise to meet the needs of the HVAC, EV and appliance sectors with answers from the copper industry. By promoting copper’s sustainable solutions for energy-efficient and reliable technologies, Frank wants to support these industries in meeting the needs of their end-market customers in an environmentally conscious and responsible way. When he is not leading projects, Frank enjoys taking the time to read history and science fiction books, as well as play badminton and basketball.  

“It’s important to work together—in-depth—with consumers to understand their real needs.” 

ICA has a committed team of global advocates, scientists and market experts who advise policymakers and the value chain on key issues for the copper industry.