Building dreams and businesses in China

Foreign entrepreneurs are turning their dreams into thriving businesses, making an impact in China's dynamic market, Gui Qian reports.

When Zach Cagle first came to China in 2008, he knew little about the country beyond a few history courses he took in Atlanta, US.Seventeen years later, he has opened three restaurants in Zhengzhou, Henan province, with plans for a fourth.

Cagle decided to settle in China and start his career in 2010. He honed his cooking skills, navigated the registration process, sourced the right ingredients, and scouted real estate. In 2013, he and his wife opened their first American-style BBQ restaurant in central Zhengzhou.

Today, Cagle runs ZAX BBQ, a well-recognized grill chain. "Managing this business has given me everything," he said.