Uniting efforts and acting with steadfastness, shining brightly for years to come.

　　The microphone conveys warmth, and words unite strength.

　　On May 19, 2026, the highly anticipated third “Uniting for Innovation, Collaborating to Overcome Challenges, Pursuing Excellence through Lean Practices” speech contest hosted by Jiuri New Materials concluded successfully amid warm applause. More than a mere competition of eloquence and literary flair, it was a profound dialogue on the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and lean management. Following fierce competition, 13 contestants—including Liu Yanfei and Liu Liying—were awarded first-, second-, and third-place honors, as well as the Popularity Award.

　　First Prize Shandong Jiuri, Liu Yanfei, Liu Liying

　　 Second Prize He Shiqi of Jiuri Semiconductor, and Geng Hanwen of Tianjin Jiuri.

　　 Third Prize Tianjin Jiuri: Chen Jiawei, Yang Jingyuan; Tianjin Jiuri: Min Min; Shandong Jiuri: Fu Ruixia

　　 Popularity Award Tianjin Jiuri: Chen Jiying; Jiuri Hongrun: Yang Wenjun; Hunan Jiuri: Huang Juzhi; Inner Mongolia Jiuri: Song Xinxin; Hunan Jiuri: Zhou Yuanyuan.

　　Liu Yanfei and Liu Liying, from the central control room at Shandong Jiuri, immediately drew the entire audience into the tense, bustling daily routine of DCS operators. He Shiqi, from Jiuri Semiconductor, shared her year‑long journey of growth, offering a glimpse of the unique “three‑temperature” process unfolding within the reaction vessels—distinctively Jiuri‑style. Geng Hanwen, representing Tianjin Jiuri, turned the spotlight inward, highlighting the behind‑the‑scenes red‑vest team at the annual gala and weaving together heartfelt stories from the program production, marketing, procurement, IT, logistics, and other departments. Zhou Yuanyuan, from Hunan Jiuri, explained that lean management doesn’t call for blindly “working twice as hard,” but rather for “working smarter.” Song Xinxin, from Inner Mongolia Jiuri, recounted how the logistics and warehousing department fostered cross‑departmental, cross‑role, and even cross‑company collaboration. Meanwhile, Yang Wenjun, from Hongrun Chemical, shared the story of her colleague, Old Wang, who dared to blaze new trails in the face of adversity, transforming himself into a “bridge” that connects internal teams with external partners.

　　Innovative tournament format, packed with highlights.

　　To elevate the competition experience and diversify its format, this event has embraced bold innovation by introducing the Doubao AI intelligent judging panel—a groundbreaking move that not only puts innovative thinking into practice but also paves the way for entirely new approaches to the judging process. In addition, the competition features a specially designed interactive Q&A segment, boosting audience engagement and sparking wave after wave of enthusiastic buzzer‑in challenges. New to this edition is a two‑person team‑speaking format: one partner articulates emotion while the other presents the argument, with seamless collaboration that enhances both the fun and interactivity of the event, creating a more diverse platform for participants to shine.

　　Leadership summary, elevation on the field.

　　President Xie Minyu stated that all participants, guided by the company’s philosophy of fostering innovation through unity, tackling challenges collaboratively, and pursuing excellence with precision, shared heartfelt stories rooted in their respective roles. Their presentations were both inspiring and impactful, demonstrating outstanding performance across the board. He also noted that the introduction of Doubao AI–powered judges to this competition represents a highly valuable and innovative endeavor. Furthermore, he encouraged all Jiu Ri employees to remain committed to their duties and strive for continuous improvement.

　　Chairman Dr. Zhao Guofeng pointed out that the 23 contestants, drawing on their ordinary roles, eloquently shared extraordinary stories of dedicated frontline work, conveying a spirit of optimism and upward momentum through heartfelt reflections—qualities that perfectly align with Jiuri’s corporate culture of relentless progress and continuous improvement. By integrating the principles of innovation, collaboration, and lean management into their daily tasks, they vividly recounted their professional insights, challenges overcome, and personal growth, delivering to the audience a stirring, inspiring showcase of unwavering determination. All employees are encouraged to remain steadfast in their dedication to their respective roles, pool their strengths, and work together to drive the company’s high‑quality development.

　　Uniting strength for lasting success, a voice that is anything but ordinary.

　　Each speech is a heartfelt declaration of “uniting forces for innovation”; every collaboration is a vivid embodiment of “working together to overcome challenges”; and each act of perseverance is a steadfast commitment to “pursuing excellence with precision and vision.” Though the microphones at the speech contest have now been silenced, the spirit of innovation, problem‑solving, and collaborative progress among Jiuri’s team remains as fervent as ever. Let us carry this sense of inspiration and passion forward, continuing to shine and make a difference in our respective roles—approaching our work with a mindset of continuous improvement, and携手 (hand in hand) forging ahead toward an even brighter future!