BEIJING, October 23, 2009 -- Five exemplary individuals who hail from the creative to business circles are honored today at the 3rd Mercedes-AMG National Achievers Award. The distinguished annual award organized by Mercedes-Benz (China) Ltd and Modern Media Group's Life Magazine acknowledges these outstanding Chinese talents at a ceremony held at the China National Film Museum today. This year's winner's roll featured internationally-acclaimed names including: renowned film director Lu Chuan, sohu.com founder Charles Zhang, Oscar-winning art director Tim Yip, Chinese artist Zeng Fanzhi, and multiple award-winning lead actor Zhang Hanyu.
These achievers are recognized for their exceptional contributions in shaping the future of their respective areas and best personifying the Mercedes-AMG award spirit of "Will. Power. Dream" – rightly earning them the National Achievers Award title. The success stories behind each achiever serve as an inspiration to many and exemplify the values which Mercedes-AMG champions. Paying tribute to these winners, Mr. Klaus Maier, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz (China) Ltd, said: "These worthy winners embody the national spirit and motivate the progress of our society. As China marks her 60th anniversary this year, it is this resilient will, dynamic power and relentless pursuit of dreams that propel the nation forward."