Kaishi Zhang is the Global Vice President of Product Management for Building Automation Systems & Controls at Johnson Controls, where he leads the global strategy, innovation roadmap, and portfolio execution for one of the company’s most critical business domains. With a career spanning more than two decades across industrial automation, smart buildings, and digital transformation, he is recognized as a forward‑thinking leader shaping the future of intelligent, sustainable building ecosystems.

At Johnson Controls, Kaishi oversees the end‑to‑end lifecycle of the building automation portfolio, driving advancements in open platforms, energy‑efficient controls, and data‑driven services that support decarbonization and operational resilience for customers worldwide. His leadership brings together engineering, software, product, and commercial teams across regions to deliver cohesive, scalable solutions that meet the evolving needs of global markets.

Beyond his role at Johnson Controls, Kaishi contributes to the broader industry as a Board Member of BACnet International and the Association for Smarter Homes & Buildings (ASHB). In these positions, he helps guide global standards, interoperability frameworks, and cross‑industry collaboration that accelerate innovation in the built environment.

Prior to joining Johnson Controls, Kaishi held senior product and technology leadership roles at Schneider Electric and Rockwell Automation, where he managed global portfolios, led cross‑functional transformation programs, and built high‑performing teams across the US, Europe, and Asia.

Kaishi holds engineering degrees at the bachelor’s and master’s levels, complemented by executive education from INSEAD in innovation, marketing, and leadership. His expertise spans smart buildings, IoT, industrial automation, SaaS, and digital strategy, with a strong track record of turning complex technology landscapes into customer‑centric, commercially successful solutions.

With international experience across the United States, China, Singapore, and France, Kaishi brings a global perspective and a passion for building technologies that make environments healthier, safer, and more sustainable