Chun-Mei Zhao

Chun-Mei Zhao is a prominent figure in the field of education at Stanford University, serving as the Senior Director of Business & Program Development at the Stanford Center for Professional Development. In her role, she is responsible for crafting and implementing educational solutions tailored to meet the needs of various organizations, including industry and government sectors. Her work focuses on fostering innovation and addressing the unique challenges posed by a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Professional Background

• Current Position: Senior Director, Business & Program Development at Stanford Center for Professional Development.
• Previous Roles:
  • Chief Education Solutions Officer at the Stanford Center for Global & Online Education.
  • Senior Scholar at the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
  • Director of International Consortium on Undergraduate Education at UC Berkeley.

Education

• Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Virginia Tech (2002).
• M.S. in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Science and Technology Beijing (1994).
• B.S. in Thermal Dynamic Engineering from the University of Science and Technology Beijing (1991).

Chun-Mei Zhao combines her engineering background with her expertise in education research to develop interdisciplinary approaches that enhance learning experiences. She engages closely with organizational leaders to understand their talent development needs, ensuring that educational programs align with their strategic objectives.