Faculty Directory
Our faculty members are distinguished scholars, industry leaders, and dedicated educators who bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to the classroom.
Pedro Nueno
Co-founder and Founding Dean of the BIBS
Professor Pedro Nueno is a globally recognized authority in the field of business and management education. He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from Harvard University and has long served as a member of the Harvard Business School Visiting Committee, earning high respect within the international academic community.
Gloria Rong
Co-founder and Executive Dean of the BIBS
Dr. Gloria Rong is a leading advocate for interdisciplinary legal and business education between China and the U.S.
Marvin Gilmore
Director and Professor
Marvin Gilmore is a humanitarian, entrepreneur, political advisor, honored World War II veteran, musician, and the founder of The Western Front. Mr.
Brigadier General Enoch Woody Woodhouse, Jr.
Director, Professor, and Special Advisor
Enoch Woodhouse is one of the surviving Tuskegee Airmen. The Tuskegee Airmen were the first group of African American pilots and support personnel in the United States.
John Lam
Professor
John Lam is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Lam Group, one of New York’s most influential real estate and hospitality development firms. With over 40 years of experience, he has endured five real estate cycles in New York—expanding with foresight and resilience through each.
Larry Li
Dean, Professor
Larry Li is the Founder and Managing Partner of AMINO Capital, a Palo Alto–based global venture capital firm investing in companies with durable data moats and network effects. With over $1B in assets under management, AMINO has backed hundreds of startups from seed through growth across Consumer, PLG SaaS, Frontier Tech, AI, and Web3.
Dr. Sue Xu
Professor
Dr. Sue Xu is a Managing Partner at Amino Capital (since 2012) and a seasoned investor and entrepreneur who has backed ~20 unicorns and 45+ companies valued over $100M across Generative AI, SaaS, Consumer, and Frontier Tech.
Huican Zhu
Professor
Huican Zhu, Ph.D., is a Founder and Managing Partner of AMINO Capital, bringing deep technical expertise and global leadership experience to venture investing. Prior to venture capital, Dr.
Angela Ying
Professor
Angela joined Nvidia in December 1999 as a Sales Operations Analyst. Over the past 25 years, she has continuously advanced within the company, holding multiple leadership roles in operations and planning management.
Angie Wong
Professor
Angie Wong, a Columbia Journalism graduate and Miami Republican Committeewoman, is a political commentator appearing on Newsmax, Fox News, CNN, BBC, and Sky News, providing insightful analysis on U.S. politics, foreign policy, and national strategy.
David Chen
Professor
David Chen, founder of Princeton Venture Studio, empowers Harvard and Princeton researchers to launch impactful ventures. He also founded AngelVest Fund and serves on the Harvard Business School Alumni Angels board, promoting mindful, purpose-driven entrepreneurship and global innovation.
Dr. David Sans
Professor
Renowned finance expert, investor, and strategist. Specializes in global capital markets, venture innovation, and economic forecasting, helping bridge finance, entrepreneurship, and transformative investment trends worldwide.
Dr. Peng Jin
Professor
Jin Peng is an Associate Professor at Peking University and Head of the Green Lighting Systems Laboratory. He earned a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Houston and previously held senior engineering roles at Corning, Sensitron Semiconductor, and CML Innovative Technologies.
Ed Flynn
Professor
Edward Flnn is a prominent leader and social activist in the Boston area who has made long-standing contributions to the local community. He has served as a Probation Officer at Suffolk Superior Court, a public safety officer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and a legislative affairs specialist at the US. Department of Labor under President Clinton, where he worked to expand access to affordable health care and increase the federal minimum wage. He has consistently been a strong pillar in programs for early intervention, rehabilitation and reentry services, as well as counseling. Earlier in his life he served 25 years in the U.S. Navy. He is a graduate of Salve Regina University. In 2023, during his tenure as President of the Boston City Council, he led the Council in unanimously passing legislation designating Lunar New Year as an official holiday.
Friedrich Löhr
Professor
Senior diplomat with 37-year career in diplomacy and international relations. German Envoy and Permanent Representative of the Ambassador to China (2002-2005); German Ambassador to North Korea (2005-2007); German Consul General in Boston, US (2008-2012). Visiting Professor at Suffolk University and a Research Fellow of the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University.
Fu Wenge
Professor
Director of the MBA Education Center at China Agricultural University. Served as the President of Huaxi Hope Group in China (2005-2011), one of the most prominent companies in the agrifood industry. Prof. Fu is a leading expert in the field of agribusiness management and one of the leading founders of agribusiness MBA education in China.
James Liu
Professor
President & Co-Founder of HASSE (Houston Association for Space and Science Education). As a visionary entrepreneur transforming space education globally for 20 years, he advocates for STEM learning through the acclaimed "HASSE Space School", empowering youth with vision, igniting their passion, and instilling the courage to dream. He received both the Special Contribution Award from the US House of Representatives and the Houston Innovative Education Impact Award in 2023.
Leong Ying
Professor
Visionary physicist and author known for the "Twin Universe" concept. Combines science, philosophy, and creativity to expand human understanding of the universe and inspire intellectual curiosity.
Margareth Johana Gonzalez Avila
Professor
One of the world's leading finance and trade experts, spoke at the FX Summit 2024 in Dubai, participating in the "Women Leaders in Finance" panel, where she inspired future generations and advocated for women's empowerment in global finance.
Yunlong Zhao
Professor
Technology strategist and innovation advocate. Integrates ancient Sun Tze principles with modern business strategy to inspire resilient, future-ready enterprises focused on creativity, ethics, and sustainable growth.
Dr. Peng Fang
Professor
Dr. Fang Peng previously served as President and Chief Executive Officer of GCL Poly Energy International and has over 20 years of senior management experience at world-leading solar energy and semiconductor technology companies in both China and the United States.
Xiaofeng Zhang
Professor
Xiaofeng Zhang has more than 30 years of professional experience in electric energy and utility industries, with deep expertise in smart grids, electricity markets, and renewable energy. She has held senior leadership and technical roles at leading global companies in the United States, including Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), ABB, Siemens, JA Solar USA, and Howard Industrial, contributing to large-scale...
Jack Dai
Professor
Dai Yue (Jack) is an internet entrepreneur with 20 years of experience and the founder of Loupan.com. Since its establishment in 2011, he has transformed Loupan.com from an information platform into a real estate transaction platform, focusing on new housing projects and connecting agents, developers, and homebuyers through datadriven matching to improve transaction efficiency.
John Li
Professor
Mr. John Li is the Senior Expert in Information Security Management, Research, and Teaching at Stanford University and Stanford Health Care, and an Adjunct Professor of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity at the California Institute of Technology.
Kevin Chen
Vice-Dean, Professor
Prof. Chen is the Chief Economist and CIO of Horizon Financial.
Ed Y. Li
Co-Dean, Professor
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Hong Lou
Professor
Professor Lou Hong is a distinguished pioneer in the integration of finance and artificial intelligence (AI), with more than 25 years of extensive experience in Wall Street finance and banking. He has held senior leadership roles, including Director and Vice President, at major international financial institutions such as Ernst & Young, Wells Fargo (the third-largest bank on Wall Street), and The Bank of Tokyo-Mit...
Raymond Liu
Professor
Dr. Raymond Liu is a professor at the College of Management, University of Massachusetts Boston.Chair of the Marketing Department, Director of ChineseStudies and Programs.
Jeannie Yi
Professor
Dr. Jeannie Yi is an international media executive, producer, and cross-border cultural strategist recognized for bridging global capital, entertainment, and the arts.
Robert Wu
Co-Dean and Professor
Dr. Hao Wu is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a respected physician dedicated to community-based medicine and East–West medical exchange.
Changzhen Gong
Co-Dean and Professor
Dr. Gong Changzhen is the President of the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Vice President of the National Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies in the United States.
Mark Kirschbaum
Professor
Mark Kirschbaum, M.D. is a physician-scientist and biopharmaceutical executive with more than 30+ years of experience spanning academic medicine, clinical research, and pharmaceutical drug development.
David Sans
Professor
David Sans, PhD, FAARM MBA, is a biotech and pharma executive with experience in corporate finance, business development, operational, and commercial roles spanning both large pharmaceutical and emerging biotechnology companies. David Sans currently serves as Director of Healthcare at EF Hutton, where he oversees all Healthcare Transactions at EF Hutton spearheading and driving a wide range of industry transactions.
Jack Y. Liu, MD, MHQS, CCP
Professor
Dr. Liu is a hospital executive, cardiac surgeon, and certified clinical cardiovascular perfusionist.
Deguang He
Professor
Dr. Deguang He is a distinguished expert in traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and medical qigong.
Zhenzhen Zhang
Professor
Dr. Zhenzhen Zhang is a distinguished specialist in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with a strong background in acupuncture and psychology.
Tony Yuen
Professor
Professor Tony T. Yuen, PhD, is Deputy Director of the Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Editor of Elsevier’s Encyclopedia of Bone Biology.
Dr. Olympia A. Gellini
Co-Dean and Professor
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Amy Chua
Professor
Amy Chua is the John M. Duff, Jr.
Nada Hassan
Professor
Nada Hassan is a global executive leader with 25+ years of experience driving sales growth, client strategy, and digital transformation in wealth and asset management across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America. Formerly a Managing Director at Credit Suisse, she led multi-billion-dollar growth initiatives, launched 90+ sales campaigns, and delivered $2.7B+ in new volume and $27M in revenue through data...
Zhiping Song
Professor
Zhiping Song is a Board Member and Dean of the Entrepreneur Business School at Shanghai University, and a Distinguished Professor at the School of Economics. She is also the Chairwoman of Cornell Group, a leading chemical enterprise headquartered in Jilin.
Michael J. Daly
Professor
Michael J. Daly III is the CEO of AMARAMCO, LIMITED, a company with a global presence, including an office address listed in Singapore. He is also associated with the Global Chinese US Peace Research Institute (GCUPRI), whose mission is "Promoting Global Peace through Unity and Understanding." Notably, Michael J. Daly III has been a Nobel Prize Nominee from 2020 to 2024 for his work related to "ZERO SYN-
Gary Kong
Professor
Sir Gary Sze Kong, J.D. is a self-made entrepreneur, real estate investor, and philanthropist.
Jing Zhao
Professor
Jing Zhao is a global civic and business leader recognized for her work in sustainable development, global governance, and women’s leadership amid technological change. An NAWBO Women’s Corporate Achievement Award and Chinese Culture Foundation Global Achievement Award recipient, she has chaired the UN World Women Organization Global Women’s Leadership Summit and advanced crosssector SDG initiatives.
Joseph Giuseppe Cirnigliaro
Professor
Joseph Giuseppe Cirnigliaro has been active in politics since 1976, beginning with Mario Cuomo’s campaigns and later supporting multiple New York City mayors and New York governors. He served as Campaign Manager for Assemblyman Arnaldo Ferraro and later pursued a run for the New York State Senate.
Lilith Haynes
Professor
Former Associate Dean of the Division of Continuing Education at Harvard University. PhD in Linguistics from Stanford University.
Michael J. Macaluso
Professor
Managing Partner at Macaluso LLP. Extensive experience in complex transactions and investments for major institutions including GMAC, Cargill, Wells Fargo, and HSBC.
Jim Dougherty
Professor
Senior Lecturer in Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Management at the MIT Sloan School of Management. Adjunct Senior Fellow for Business and Foreign Policy at the Council on Foreign Relations.
Lu Zhou
Professor
Founder and President of VanQuour Global Wealth Management. Over 10 years of private equity experience; raised capital for major enterprises including the largest gigafactory in New York State.
Huang Haifeng
Professor
Research Fellow of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. United Nations Global Compact contributor and Board Member for Principles for Responsible Management Education.
Eric Roy Davenport
Professor
International Trade Expert specializing in Supply Chain Management. Expert in cross-border trade, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency.
Li Li
Professor
Co-founder and President of the American Academy of Chinese and International Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management. Recognized in the U.S.
James D. Noteware
Professor
CEO of Noteware Advisors. Former Director of Housing and Community Development, City of Houston.
Bingling Luo
Professor
General Manager of Beijing Sandwich Food Company. Co-founder and President of the American Academy of Chinese and International Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management (AACICH).
Friedrich Löhr
Professor
Senior diplomat with a 37-year career in diplomacy and international relations. German Envoy and Permanent Representative to China (2002–2005).
John R. Price
Professor
Co-Chairman, President, CEO, and co-founder of Greffex, Inc., and President of the Institute of Therapeutic Biology. Viet Nam veteran and former Senior Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Center for Business and Government.
Earl Carr
Professor
Founder and CEO of CJPA Global Advisors, New York. Expert in Chinese foreign policy, Sino-U.S.
Jeff Ye
Co-Dean, Professor, Art Advisory Chair
Renowned art collector based in NY, has an office at rockefellar center. Jeff Ye is recognized as a master collector of Chinese antiquities, known for a disciplined approach to connoisseurship and a deep respect for historical context.
Bing He
Professor
Professor Binghe is a pioneering interdisciplinary figure who bridges literature, technology, and education. He is a bestselling novelist, AI visual artist, and educator, known for works such as Homeless, The Apostle, and AI Apocalypse.
YoYo (Wei) Xiao
Professor
Professor Xiao Wei (YoYo Xiao) is a Chinese contemporary artist whose work spans painting, digital media, and AI-driven creation. Educated at the Central Academy of Fine Arts, Pratt Institute, and the University of Barcelona, he moved to the U.S.