Recent nursing school graduate (MSN, Rush University), pursuing a career in oncology nursing (University of Chicago, CCD 10W Oncology Unit). 16+ years of experience in China-focused work, specializing in directly engaging people, communities, and governments to address disparities in healthcare, finance, and economic development. Proven record of successful engagements with medical, healthcare, academic, and government partners in building new collaborations. Proficient in professional and scientific writing and editing. Awarded the U.S. State Department's Fulbright Fellowship to research China's integration of private insurance markets and public welfare programs to address healthcare disparities. Industry experience in healthcare, academia, insurance, and economic development. Active volunteer in urban gardens, local food systems, and biodiversity conservation.Fluent in Mandarin and a professional English-Mandarin medical interpreter. Lived and worked in Beijing for 7 years. Passionate about the foodways of China, especially all ingredients fermented, salted, pickled, or dried.