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Shanghai, China

Shanghai, China

Managed Pre-IPO and Series B investments in tech sector focusing on semiconductors, med-tech, and SaaS; researched 15 potential companies, participated in investments of 2 companies totalling 140 million YuanConducted market research, authored 15 investment documents, and provided investment recommendations, supporting the team in identifying investment opportunitiesEngaged in due diligence, analyzed financial, operational, and market data of potential investment ventures, working closely with internal and external parties to ensure accurate evaluationsInvested in 2 high-quality positions with an average investment cycle of 8 years, estimated CAGR of 17%; acquired comprehensive experience in private equity investment process, investment analysis, market research, and project management, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills

Beijing, China

Achieved World Championship (The Golden Award) within car experience track (HMI) among 100+ global teams by implementing an innovative interaction paradigmIntroduced BMW ACT, a unified hardware-software solution, aimed at extending BMW product lifecycle and boosting after-sales revenue, reported directly to BMW China's CIO, Alexander AngebrandtUtilized various models and frameworks to analyze electric and conventional vehicle product cycles, BMW's global segments performance, and China's hybrid automotive market competition for device prototypingLed a 6-person team as the main project manager, overseeing full-cycle project execution, ensuring timely completion of design tasks, and coordinating communications between BMW headquarters and BMW China

Beijing, China

a joint initiative by the UN office in China and Tsinghua University, aimed to innovate service design in Nagara’s agricultural cultural heritage area using Extended Reality (XR) and distributed mechanisms, with minimal impact on Japan's infrastructure, promoting heritage features, and devising a 3 year strategic planEmployed various analytical tools covering Japan's demographic, income structure, and other agrarian heritage service models, in collaboration with 4 experts from the UN Food Agency in Japan Utilized user feedback and data analysis to tailor solutions during Japan's pandemic lockdown, employing a sandbox tool—Roblox to optimize workflow and replicate visitor interactions with Japan's history Proposed a solution combining XR + 5G and traditional signboards, reducing hardware stress by 30% and cloud service stress by 20% in the GIAHS through distributed mechanisms

Shanghai, China

Collaborated with SGS S.A. executives to develop a global food supply chain and food safety platform, impacting about 2 billion people; exported China's food traceability solutions to developing countriesAnalyzed markets in countries like Thailand, Malaysia, Japan, Switzerland, and the US using VRIO and CAGE frameworks to identify development issues and potentialParticipated in a 5-year software platform development plan, continuously monitoring and adjusting the project's progress and strategies based on market analysis and financial reviewsWorked with SGS China, Chinese officials, and four cross-functional teams; established the Yangtze River Delta Product Traceability Alliance with 21 top domestic enterprises, formulating new food traceability standards and safety plans in alignment with China's governmental visions

Shanghai, China

Established a JV with Honeywell, aiding in the launch of a portable biochip pesticide residue detector, boosting detection speed by 250%Worked with Honeywell's Global SVP, Krishna Mikkilineni, on exploring a food traceability system in India, accelerating an MOU with Honeywell and discussing feasibility with the Indian Agriculture MinisterContributed to defining research scope and establishing frameworks in the joint lab, focusing on food safety tech development, pesticide residue detection innovation, and global food safety standards promotionIdentified cooperative areas with Honeywell through market analysis, ensured project alignment with Honeywell's long-term strategies, enhancing the company's global food safety influence, and fostering conditions for international collaboration and market expansion

Shanghai, China

• Collected and analyzed data for Chinese food consumption enabling trend predictions.• Planned and coordinated marketing events for China International Agricultural Expo.• Heightened brand awareness by approximately 250% on various New Media platforms.

Master Of Science Technology Innovation, Connected Devices, 3.78

Master Of Science Engineering, Data Science And Information Technology, 3.85/4.00

Education record

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Communication And Media Studies

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Advertising

Minor in Business Marketing Minor in Business Entrepreneurship Minor in Creative Technologies in Arts and Design

High School Diploma