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From Financial Elite to Ocean ESG Pioneer: The Entrepreneurial Path of Ms. Zhu Muchun, CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Directors of Intercont
HONG KONG, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- I. Cross-Border Visionary: The Vision and Resilience of a Female FounderMs. Zhu Muchun, CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Directors of Intercont (Cayman) Limited (“Intercont” or the “Company”), is a trailblazer who seamlessly integrates financial acumen with marine innovation. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Plymouth and a Master’s degree in Finance and Investment from the University of Exeter. With
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