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Your Gateway to U.S. Markets for Protective & Industrial Supplies

SteraCare & Safety is a Chicago-based distributor, factory representative, and sourcing partner across care & safety and related categories. We connect capable factories with U.S. buyers and channels, aligning to specifications and moving products through a worldwide network. Manufacturers gain U.S. access and representation. Buyers get vetted products at factory-level pricing with dependable supply.

For manufacturers—why and how to partner with SteraCare & Safety?

We are more than a manufacturer's rep—we are your go-to-market partner. Our process is simple, transparent, and designed to help you succeed in the U.S. market.

1. Align

• We take time to learn about your product, your story, and your production capabilities.
• You learn how we partner, what we can offer, and the level of focus we dedicate.
• Once both sides feel aligned, we define the next steps together.

2. Plan

• You bring product and category insight, along with production realities.
• We bring U.S. channel access, buyer conversations, and market experience.
• Together, we combine these strengths into a clear, workable plan to enter the U.S. market.

3. Execute

• We can act as your representative, distributor, consultant, or even an embedded overseas team.
• We validate with a pilot, then scale in stages to manage risk.
• We share progress openly, learn from feedback, and adapt quickly for long-term success.

Meet our founders

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Qing Zhou

Co-Founder & CEO

Qing has a decade of global supply chain consulting experience, helping manufacturers and customers reduce costs, improve service, and manage risks such as tariffs and shipping disruptions. With a PhD in Biological Sciences, she combines a passion for healthcare and well-being with hands-on expertise in logistics.

At SteraCare & Safety, Qing leads strategy, operations, and partnerships to deliver reliable, high-quality products to U.S. buyers at factory-level pricing, ensuring both resilience and trust throughout the supply chain.

• PhD, Purdue University
• 10+ years consulting in global supply chain

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Chuan Ma (Stanley)

Co-Founder

Chuan has 12 years of professional experience, including 5 years in financial services and 7 years in marketing and strategy at a Fortune 500 company. His work has focused on research, market intelligence, and strategic planning, giving him a strong foundation in both analysis and execution.

At SteraCare & Safety, Chuan leads manufacturer engagement and market-entry execution to deliver reliable, high-quality products to U.S. buyers at factory-level pricing, ensuring both efficiency and fairness across the supply chain.

• MBA, Cornell University
• CPA (Hong Kong/China)

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