Empowering your vision with an
abundance of sourcing solutions
Since its founding in 2002,
Avela Global has redefined the standards of global sourcing. From its initial offices in Houston and Shanghai, the company has grown into an extensive network with established locations in Vietnam and Cambodia and upcoming branches planned for Mumbai, Dubai, and London by 2026.
Our values-driven approach has cultivated a collaborative, trust-based ecosystem that benefits everyone—from factory owners to end clients—strengthening partnerships and establishing a foundation of reliability in a dynamic global market.
Leadership by Example
Avela Global upholds a high standard of transparency, accountability, and integrity, setting a benchmark across the industry.
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Innovation in Problem Solving
With a commitment to fostering creativity and learning from every experience, we develop innovative, client-centered solutions that drive success and adaptability.
Ethical Business Practices
Dedicated to responsible and sustainable sourcing, Avela Global ensures ethical standards across the supply chain, promoting long-term growth for all stakeholders.
Visionary Leadership and Resilience
Gary Young, Founder and CEO
Gary Young, founder and CEO of Avela Global, has driven excellence in global sourcing for over 20 years. A graduate of Kent State University with a Bachelor of Science, Gary initially built a successful career in advertising, founding Vela Productions and later Ad Lib, an agency that he merged into Avela Corporation.
Gary’s transformative journey in global sourcing began with a pivotal trip to China in 2001, where he recognized a unique opportunity to connect Western businesses with Asia’s manufacturing power. Inspired by the entrepreneurial momentum he encountered, Gary shifted Avela’s focus from advertising to product sourcing, establishing a trusted bridge between businesses and quality international production.
Under Gary’s strategic leadership, Avela Global quickly earned a reputation for excellence, expanding from its initial bases in Houston and Shanghai to include Vietnam and Cambodia, with upcoming offices planned in Mumbai, Dubai, and London. Known for creating customized, efficient sourcing solutions.
In 2007, Gary faced a life-altering challenge with a terminal cancer diagnosis. Choosing to confront this adversity with strength and focus, he continued to lead Avela Global, supported by his clients’ trust and his team’s dedication. Today, 17 years later, Gary’s survival and continued leadership reflect resilience, adaptability, and a deep commitment to the company’s mission.
Gary has helped clients realize cost savings, enhance product quality, and successfully navigate complex global supply chains.
Outstanding Leadership Award (2023) Awarded to Avela Global at the CXO 2.0 Conference, recognizing strategic leadership and excellence in the global sourcing industry.
Expertise and Dedication Across the Globe At Avela Global, we believe that a dedicated team is the backbone of every success. Our experts share Gary’s passion for innovation, resilience, and client satisfaction, bringing diverse talents and global expertise to every project.
U.S. Office — Houston, Texas
Jiali Brady
jbrady@avela.com
Years of living in both Chinese and Western Cultures provides Ms. Brady with skills she employs everyday for Avela. As she puts it,
“I know both thinking styles and expectations so I know how to bridge the gap and bring both sides onto the same page for agreement. It’s not something that can be learned from books or online tutorials. It’s a result of years of living in both cultures.”
As chief operating officer, Ms. Brady provides day-to-day leadership and management from the Houston office. Starting in 2011, her years with the company are supported by earlier import and sourcing experience in China. Results driven, she employs problem solving and creative thinking skills to her work, ensuring the smoothness, efficiency and quality of operations and projects. “It’s not a cookie cutter job and it requires a lot of skill sets. It pushes me to grow as the company grows.”
Prisila Hernandez
p.hernandez@avela.com
Ms. Henandez maintains and updates the checklists for Avela’s currently active projects. She provides a point of contact and reviews production schedules while managing payables and receivables.
Avela’s broad client base with varied sourcing needs creates constant variety in a challenging work environment.
“One of the exciting things about this job is being a part of helping customers reach their goals. It’s a great opportunity to find and develop hidden skills.”
China Office —Shanghai
Nancy Li
nancyli@avela.com
Ms. Li manages the Shanghai offices of Avela, where she has worked since 2012. Her daily work involves multiple tasks, including sourcing, logistics, quality control, financial administration, promotion and human relations.
She likes the fact that her job helps people reach their goals and improve their lives.
“My job helps people achieve success. I love the different stories of different people, and I love to be part of their success stories.”
Understanding cultural differences allows Ms. Li to bridge gaps, resolve conflicts and build teams. The job draws on her analytical and communication skills and requires a lot of creative thinking.
Elaine Wong
ylwang@avela.com
Ms. Wong joined Avela in 2008 and handles the corporation’s accounting in our Shanghai office. She is also involved in sourcing. As one might imagine, the position requires great problem solving and communication skills.
Her knowledge of products and materials comes into play while she is constantly searching for qualified vendors and factories as Avela takes on clients with new projects and new needs.
“I love the personal growth and lifelong learning that occurs every day through my job. It is great motivation.”
Ellen Huang
ellen.h@avela.com
Ms. Huang brings over six years of experience in purchasing, sourcing and merchandising to her position as sourcing manager with Avela Corporation. Her job involves her in working with a variety of products and customer needs, and she enjoys the challenges.
A manufacturer who has been making the same product for years isn’t always the best choice for a similar product. Often Ms. Huang finds herself studying different manufacturers’ capabilities to find a good fit that might not be obvious at first.
“Helping customers with sourcing in China often requires creative thinking as well as positive and proactive action. Finding new, effective solutions for new and different products in meeting the customers’ requirements can be very rewarding.”
Qi Qi
seven@avela.com
With over seven years experience in managing industrial product quality, Mr. Qi approaches his job from the customers’ perspective. As he says it, “I try to feel what they feel and consider what they will care about. I am always one with them in my concern for their product.”
Mr. Qi is involved with resolving technical issues in pre-production planning with scientific and systematic solutions to limit the risk of problems down the line. He follows through with inspections of the manufacturing process and the final product, making sure it conforms to customer requirements.
““Since taking this job, every day has been interesting and never dull. It brings me different challenges from different products and production processes. There is infinite freshness that fulfill my curiosity about new things.””
Who We Serve At Avela Global, we partner with a diverse range of clients who seek to enhance their bottom line through efficient global sourcing and product development. Our clients span from large corporations looking to streamline their sourcing processes to individual inventors with bold, new ideas ready for market.
Corporations
Many established companies work with Avela to source directly from Chinese factories, reducing costs and improving product quality by bypassing distributors.
Investors
Venture capitalists, angel investors, and investment bankers rely on Avela’s expertise to support startups and established businesses looking to scale efficiently.
Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
Sourcing isn’t just for large corporations; we also help small businesses and individual inventors bring innovative ideas to life, handling everything from initial concept to production.
Product Development
Beyond sourcing, we guide clients through the design process with detailed drawings, prototypes, and the selection of manufacturing partners to ensure a seamless journey from idea to finished product.