Established on July 27 at the Jilin Province National Advertising Industry Pilot Park, the association voted Zhang Simin to be its chairman while passing association constitutions and member management measures. The Jilin Merchants Association is a non-profit social group, with its headquarters in Changchun, the capital city of Northeast China's Jilin province.

Who are the members?

Its members are defined as native Jilin peoplewho do business in Jilin and those who have worked or studied there.

What are the functions?

The association helps members become involved with Jilin's socioeconomic development and support its economic revival.

The association also helps members deal with problems in investment and businesses operation, voices opinions to various government departments on behalf of its members, promotes cooperation among its members and safeguard members' rights and interests. The entity also hosts a range of activities, including conferences, forums and exhibitions to promote communication among members.