Making machines for Chinese health

Paul Dawson drives British technology firm Dyson's R&D to customize appliances for the local market

Every time he visits China, Paul Dawson, wonders about the umpteen lower-tier Chinese cities that Dyson, the British technology company, is yet to serve.

As vice-president of Dyson's health- and beauty-related products division, Dawson sees growth opportunities in China's consumption upgrade and efforts to tackle environmental issues.