All Posts

This spring, my garden is alive in ways that feel both beautiful and meaningful. Last year, I planted two yellow climbing roses and installed a simple arch in the yard. At the time, I could only imagine what it might look like one day. Now the roses have climbed the arch and are blooming in bright golden clusters, glowing under the California sky—more beautiful than I had imagined when I first planted them. Around the garden, other flowers are joining the celebration of sprin

Over the years, I was often told — sometimes directly, sometimes subtly: “You are different from many other CEOs.” At first, I wasn’t sure how to interpret that. After deep reflection, I realized something important: I make decisions differently. I draw from Eastern philosophy — restraint, moral grounding, long-term orientation, collective harmony. And I pair it with Western leadership discipline — systems thinking, data rigor, accountability, and execution. That integration

Mentorship, Sponsorship, and the Moral Responsibility of Leadership I was honored to serve as a mentor at San Francisco Business Times Mentoring Monday 2026. As I looked around the room filled with extraordinary women leaders — founders, executives, rising professionals — I was reminded of a powerful Chinese word: 贵人 (Guì Rén). It is often translated as “honorable person.” But its meaning goes much deeper. A 贵人 is someone who appears at a pivotal moment in your life — offers

On Friday, December 12th, I had the honor of returning to my alma mater, the University of San Francisco, to deliver the Commencement Address for the School of Nursing and Health Professions, Class of 2025, at the beautiful St. Ignatius Church. Coming back to USF—where I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in 2012—was deeply meaningful. Mid-career, returning to school reshaped how I think about leadership, service, and lifelong learning. Many of the projects I c

San Francisco Celebrates Leadership and Community Service: December 2 Declared Dr. Jian Zhang Day On December 2, 2025, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors  unanimously passed a resolution declaring December 2 as Dr. Jian Zhang Day  in honor of her remarkable contributions to the City and County of San Francisco. Dr. Jian Zhang, CEO of Chinese Hospital , has spent decades advancing quality, culturally competent healthcare for all San Franciscans. Under her leadership, the h

Honored to participate in the 2025 APEC CEO Summit in South Korea, where global leaders and CEOs gathered to shape the future of economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. This year’s theme — “Bridges | Business | Beyond” — could not be more timely. At a moment of technological acceleration and global uncertainty, the conversations centered on how we can strengthen collaboration, build resilient supply chains, advance AI and innovation, and ensure that growth remains in

The Chinese American Citizen's Alliance (CACA) Award is more than a prestigious recognition. It celebrates the remarkable achievements of...

Leadership in Crisis: Lessons from Community-Centered Care True leadership is often revealed in moments of uncertainty. During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, when fear, misinformation, and stigma were widespread, some leaders chose a different path—one rooted in preparation, community trust, and accountability. This featured article highlights how community-centered leadership and culturally responsive care helped protect one of the most vulnerable populations dur

I’m excited to share that I’ve started a personal blog. Over the years, many people have asked how my journey—from an international student to a healthcare CEO—shaped my views on leadership, resilience, and purpose. As I enter a new chapter of my professional life, I felt it was the right time to create a space to share those reflections more openly. This blog will be a place where I write about: • Leadership lessons from real-world experience • Insights at the intersection o