Qing Meyerson is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of experience across key industries including Financial Services, Automotive, Biotech, Pharmaceutical, and Education in the U.S. and China. Presently, she serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director at The Planting Hope Company (TSXV: MYLK) and Migao Group Holdings (HKEX 9879). Her career has also seen impactful roles at the American Chamber of Commerce Shanghai and Hasten Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd., showcasing her expertise in strategic financial management and operational excellence.

Her background is marked by significant achievements in M&As, legal entity restructurings, process optimizations, and operational expense reductions. Qing’s services span management and operations consulting, financial consulting, including mergers and acquisitions, financial planning, and risk and compliance consulting, aiming at bolstering corporate performance and profitability.

Qing holds key qualifications in strategic initiatives, risk management, and general financial management, among others. She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the US, specializing in accounting and financial reporting under US GAAP, IFRS, and PRC GAAP. Qing’s blend of expertise and international experience makes her a pivotal figure in steering organizations toward sustainable growth and success.

With an adventure spirit tempered through two decades of climbing rock, ice and mountains, Chao has deepened his experience and passion in shaping strategies for Fortune 500 clients, leading innovation programs at global level, and awakening hidden potentials in business leaders.

As a leadership coach, he focuses on fostering self-awareness, nurturing growth mindset and developing organizational cohesion, through a multi-faceted approach based on psychology, philosophy and neuro-science.
In his consulting work, he enables purpose-led organizations in their transformational journey from aspirations to actions, through crystalizing challenges, envisioning opportunities, and cultivating disciplines for creative solutions.

Enoch is the co-founder of ZC Digitals, a technology company renowned for guiding businesses through digital transformation. With over a decade of expertise in digitalization, Enoch excels in integrating cutting-edge AI technology into business processes, enhancing productivity and competitiveness. His innovative approach has positioned ZC Digitals at the forefront of the industry, helping clients not only adapt to the digital era but excel in it.

Embarking on his entrepreneurial journey at 19, Enoch has launched a variety of small businesses across different industries. This diverse experience has honed his skills in operating and integrating technologies, fueling his passion for transforming innovative ideas into successful ventures. Today, Enoch leverages his rich skill set to guide other businesses in adopting new technologies, sharing his proven methodologies with clients and universities, and assisting companies in swiftly implementing smart systems.

Chen Wei is a seasoned Founder CEO who transformed a startup into the leader of the high-tech equipment industry over 13 years.

Charley excels in creating unique advantages and managing complex venture projects. His skill set spans product development, business development, IP management, P&L responsibility, and ecosystem governance.

Holding three MSc degrees from the prestigious Universite de Montreal, Carleton University, and Universite du Havre, Charley’s proficiency in French, English, and Mandarin attests to his international profile. Always keen to add value to the industry and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs, Charley has contributed to the global dialogue with his TEDx Talk in 2023 and as the author of the book “Innovations and Entrepreneurship.”

Dr. Usharani ‘Hareesh’ Govindarajan (何玄) is an Assistant Professor of Information Management and Systems at the Business School, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology. He holds a Doctoral degree in Industrial Engineering from Tsing Hua University (Hsinchu) and two Master’s degrees in Engineering in Computer Science and Informatics from the University of Delhi, India.

Hareesh’s professional background includes positions as Research and Development Engineer at Nokia Siemens Networks and Verizon Wireless. His research interests focus on technology management for international business, emphasizing low-code tools and open data frameworks for decision support. He has advised numerous master’s students from China, France, and India, helping them secure funded research projects in the European Union and consulting positions with Fortune 500 companies.

Hareesh has been an Associate Editor for the Institution of Engineering and Technology – CIM vertical since 2020 and a core committee member for the IEEE Transactions on Human-Machine Systems flagship conference CSWD. His research has been published in leading journals, including IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management and Advanced Engineering Informatics.

Teo Rojas is the founder of Brandon Brand Consulting LTD. An architect born in Peru, trained in Las Vegas (USA) with 18 years of working experience, focusing on luxury brands and real estate developments for the last 10 years, with projects in the Americas, Middle East, and Asia. His expertise includes Branding & User Experience, Design & Construction. He has worked on various projects in collaboration with well-known design companies, retailers, and developers. Some of his projects include Salvatore Ferragamo, Tommy Hilfiger, Polo Ralph Lauren in the Americas, and Zara, Versace, Fendi, Luxottica in Asia Pacific, as well as corporate office projects and shopping center projects.

Teo has traveled widely, allowing him to gain deep insights into customer experience, design methods, and construction techniques. He has a passion for creating customer feelings reflected in spaces and components. Currently, he receives invitations to give lectures at Marangoni Fashion Institute, Raffles Design Institute, Nottingham University, Shanghai Design Week, Moscow Design Week, to mention a few.

Tim is trained in Product Design Engineering, with a focus on circular and sustainable products and services. He has facilitated circular design workshops, won innovation awards and spoken at the annual Green Cities conference, along with being an alumni of CSIRO’s deep-tech startup accelerator program in Australia. He is one of the first to combine the product design and engineering fields with sustainable and circular innovation in China with his company (better)labs.

Behind all this, Tim was raised in Melbourne, Australia, and as a child was fascinated with how things worked, constantly creating and making a variety of contraptions from Lego, cardboard and string. This led to a career in creating and developing products, balancing the creativity of design with the analytical know-how of engineering, culminating in a move to China to gain greater experience in production and manufacturing.

Living in one of the world’s most dynamic markets in China has led Tim to constantly look to the future instead of getting held down in old, traditional business ideas, always striving for better ways to optimise, transform, and innovate for the world’s future challenges.

John Cai is an expert in emerging technologies and business strategy, with a track record of co-founding, bootstrapping, and mentoring numerous startups and initiatives in SaaS, e-commerce, IoT, Blockchain, and AI. He is a respected contributor to world-class AI conferences such as WAIC (World AI Conference) and AIMX (initiated by the Singapore government).

John’s past experience includes serving as Co-CEO of Baidu (Shanghai) Innovation Center and being a serial entrepreneur. One of his companies was acquired by a Fortune 500 company, and another new media company was acquired by one of China’s top 500 enterprises. He has also been an advisor to The Batchery (Silicon Valley Incubator), a Gold Medal Business Mentor at i-lab (Microsoft incubator), and an advisor/tutor at Shanghai Penta Innovation & Entrepreneur Institute. Additionally, John is a Business Mentor at WeWork (Shanghai).

John holds prestigious educational credentials as a UC Berkeley (Wu Fellow) and an Fudan-MIT MBA. Passionate about adding value to the industry and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs, John continues to influence the global dialogue through his mentorship and active participation in leading tech conferences.

Janine is a global citizen and international founder who excels as a Peak Performance Coach, Soft Skills Trainer, Motivational Speaker, and Networking Host. She helps individuals and teams unlock their full potential, leading to significant improvements in performance and happiness. Within just eight weeks, some of her clients have seen sales increase by over 20%, improved team communication, and enhanced workplace well-being.

Janine thrives on challenges, experiencing the most significant growth when faced with new and difficult situations. At 24, she was appointed as an Account Executive at Hewlett-Packard (HP), a Fortune 500 IT company, one of only three graduates selected from a pool of 500.

In Shanghai, China, Janine founded her own training and coaching company, serving multinational corporations like VW, Alibaba, and Givenchy, as well as local startups and medium-sized enterprises.

Cyrille Berliat is a seasoned technology leader with over 15 years of experience in building, scaling, and managing software and teams, including 12 years at Google. He has a proven track record of leading and influencing global teams and delivering complex projects across Asia, Europe, and the USA. His adaptability and fast-learning abilities have been honed through his extensive international experience in nine countries.

As a B2B Product Consultant and Product Mentor, Cyrille has been instrumental in helping startup founders with product strategy and scaling. Currently, he serves as a mentor at Orbit Startups, aiding breakthrough startups across emerging markets in Southeast and South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. Additionally, he holds the position of Board Treasurer at La French Tech Shanghai, where he supports the growth and integration of the French and Francophone tech ecosystem in Shanghai and the Yangtze River Delta.

At Google, Cyrille held various leadership roles, including Technical Product Manager for Android and Product Technology Manager Lead for Google Display & Video 360. His expertise spans product strategy, cross-functional team leadership, and data analytics. Academically, Cyrille holds a Master’s Degree in Strategy and Management of International Business from ESSEC Business School and a Master’s Degree in IT & Computer Science from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, further solidifying his foundation in technology and business strategy.

Jhonattan Ramírez is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in technical inspections, industrial monitoring, and precision agriculture using Aerial Robotics. He began his career in the Colombian Air Force, where he developed strong expertise in unmanned aviation technologies.

As co-founder and former Chief Operations Officer at Drones de Colombia S.A.S., Jhonattan played a key role in driving innovative solutions. Now, as the founder and CEO of ROHU Innovations S.L., he focuses on advancing technologies in data science and Aerial Robotics, aiming to create solutions that not only address current challenges but also anticipate future market demands.

Eduard Aymerich is a seasoned product leader with over 6 years of experience as a Frontend and Fullstack Developer, specializing in building and scaling tech products across Spain and Germany. He currently serves as Product Lead at Breakevent, a Music Tech B2B SaaS platform leveraging data analytics to optimize live concert success. Under his leadership, the platform has achieved significant milestones, including scaling to over €6K MRR and raising more than €1M in funding.

Eduard has also co-founded Desaparecido, an open-source software platform designed for search and rescue operations, which collaborates with various emergency services in Spain. He has a proven track record of working with prominent brands like Toyota, Gucci, and Cartier through his experience at WITH Madrid.

Eduard holds a Master’s in Computer Science and International Leadership from the Technical University of Madrid and was a winner of the 2022 NASA Space Apps Madrid Hackathon. His technical expertise spans Vue, Nuxt, Python, and AWS, alongside his passion for teaching, demonstrated by his 125+ hours as an instructor in Vue Frontend courses.

Damir Odobasic is an EdTech specialist and Head of Digital Integration at Shanghai United International School. In this role, he leads the integration of educational technology and AI tools, working closely with educators to enhance classroom learning and student engagement. He focuses on practical applications of technology that improve teaching methods and outcomes.

As Head of Music at SUIS, Damir developed a unique curriculum that combines music performance, theory, and technology. His approach integrates digital tools for composition and learning, giving students a modern, hands-on experience in music education.

In addition, Damir is the founder of Musicverse Education, a platform designed to help educators incorporate EdTech and AI into their teaching. With a Master’s degree in Classical Music Accordion Performance, Damir is committed to bridging the gap between traditional education and innovative digital solutions.

Diego Lopez Suarez is an experienced marketing and communications professional with over 20 years of expertise across various industries, including publishing, advertising, and digital strategy. Currently, he serves as Client Director at 5 Star Plus Retail Design in Shanghai, where he leads business development, client acquisition, marketing strategies, and public relations. He is responsible for overseeing production processes and providing client advisory services throughout all stages of events and projects.

Diego has a strong background in digital marketing, having worked as a consultant where he developed SEO, SEM, and social media strategies, managed content for corporate blogs, and provided comprehensive digital solutions to enhance the online presence of businesses. He has also held senior roles in publishing, where he directed commercial strategies for financial and lifestyle publications across international markets in Colombia, Venezuela, and Florida (USA).

Holding a Master’s in Digital Business from ESIC Business & Marketing School, Diego applies his diverse marketing background to help businesses grow and thrive in today’s dynamic marketplace.

Matthew He is a Senior Data Product Software Engineer with deep expertise in China’s e-commerce sector, currently leading a team at Dewu (Poizon) to develop automated marketing solutions and optimize data-driven products. His role involves creating robust tools that provide actionable insights, empowering businesses to thrive in competitive markets.

At ByteDance, Matthew was pivotal in developing Compass, Douyin’s e-commerce data platform, which supports over a million merchants and influencers. He led the creation of the “Compass Influencer Version” live-stream dashboard, providing real-time metrics like sales trends, traffic sources, and user demographics to help influencers optimize interactions and conversions. Matthew also implemented advanced traffic diagnostics using SHAP algorithms to evaluate interaction and conversion metrics for over a million daily streams. Additionally, he developed the “QuickInsight” module for low-cost, automated insights and “Data360” to track essential metrics, enabling data-driven decisions across key e-commerce activities.

With additional experience at Xiaohongshu’s e-commerce data center, Matthew’s technical skills span backend development (Java, Golang, Python), data analysis (Pandas, Scipy), and big data infrastructure. He holds Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Communication Engineering from North China Electric Power University, where he published research on localization algorithms in smart parks.

Vicente Esteban is the Program Director and Associate Professor in the Industrial Design Department at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in Suzhou, China. Originally from Cádiz, Spain, Vicente has a foundational background in mechanics and applied arts. His formal studies include a Master’s in Information Experience Design from the Royal College of Art, funded by the BURBERRY scholarship, and a Bachelor’s degree in Multidisciplinary Design from Goldsmiths, University of London.

With extensive experience across industry and academia, Vicente has collaborated with major companies such as Worldpay, Burberry, Statoil, AGA, and Linde Engineering, and has contributed to prominent art and design institutions, including the Barbican, Sustrans, Furtherfield Gallery, and Zadok Studio. In London, he taught in the Design Department at Goldsmiths and at the London College of Fashion (UAL), covering a broad range of design and innovation topics.

As a Practice-Based Designer, Vicente emphasizes making and materiality, integrating hand-crafted prototypes with machine manufacturing. His recent work focuses on Sustainable Design Practice and Social Innovation Design, tackling issues like sanitation and deforestation. His teaching areas include Visual Communication, Design Experience, and Futurism / Speculative Design, fostering hands-on learning to inspire innovative approaches in design.

Olivia Plotnick is the Founder of wai social, a marketing agency specializing in helping brands succeed in China’s dynamic consumer market. With nearly a decade of experience, Olivia has developed expertise in leveraging platforms like WeChat, Xiaohongshu, Douyin, and Weibo to build impactful strategies and foster meaningful engagement with Chinese audiences. Her work empowers global brands to connect authentically and achieve long-term growth in one of the world’s largest consumer markets.

Olivia has held key leadership roles in several nonprofit communities including free-fitness community, FitFam, and IPWS – International Professional Women’s Society. She has delivered a TEDx talk on the power of communication, was selected as a Global Women Asia ’23-24 Fellow, and has delivered speeches at APEC, and to numerous Fortune 500 companies and international delegations all over the world. Olivia’s thought leadership has been featured in Financial Times, Forbes, Business Insider, Al Jazeera, Jing Daily, Glossy, and more.