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Peter Zhang

Irvine,CA

Summary

Versatile and strategic thinker boasting 10 years of experience in enhancing business operations, boosting profitability, and spearheading team development. Adept as a project manager and business analyst, I excel in fast-paced, multi-cultural and evolving environments. My background in management, coupled with agile methodologies and digital marketing acumen, allows me to foster innovation and growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

US Regional Manager

WZ Education group
Corona, CA
01.2013 - Current
  • Manages U.S Office operations, including budgeting, policy formulation, and business coordination
  • Engages with vendors, leads recruitment and training, and identifies growth opportunities.
  • Monitors financial activities, supports staff development, and drives efficiency and revenue growth.
  • Organizes programs aligned with organizational mission and goals, and develops strategic programs.
  • Cultivated and maintained solid partner relationships to drive mutually beneficial collaboration and bottom-line profits.

Mortgage Analyst

Home Loan Enterprise
Newport Beach, CA
01.2013 - 01.2021
  • Conduct in- Performed market research to assess public and customer perception, guiding strategic investments
  • Contributed to special projects aimed at service improvement and organizational impact
  • Offered financial expertise for operational support, problem resolution, and fund management
  • Handled forecasting, budgeting, and business transaction oversight to ensure financial health.

Director of Business and Project Management

Origen Academy
Riverside, CA
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Led market opportunity analysis and managed marketing/sales teams
  • Developed financial projections for strategic planning
  • Implemented project management practices for efficiency
  • Enhanced stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Implemented and prepared comprehensive business plans to expand business.

Executive Director-Business Development

T.Z. Capital
Tustin, CA
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Led Real Estate, EB-5 Investment, and Consulting sectors, driving strategic growth
  • Directed strategic planning and tactical execution to meet business goals
  • Managed cross-functional teams, promoting innovation and improving client offerings
  • Cultivated key relationships, enhancing market position and strategic partnerships
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor actions to inform strategic decisions
  • Drove business transformations for operational excellence and goal alignment.

Business Development Manager

Three W InternationAL
Century City, CA
01.2013 - 01.2014

• Cultivate new and existing client relationships, boosting retention and sales through strategic engagement.
• Ensured client satisfaction and loyalty, leveraging referrals and references for business growth.
• Analyzed financial data and trends, presenting insights to executives to support business operations.
• Created and interpreted analytical models for risk, opportunity assessment, and market expansion feasibility.
• Led software/technology projects from initiation to completion, overseeing scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Managed project timelines, dependencies, and budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Coordinated with large teams on multiple concurrent projects, maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.
• Achieved significant implementations, including Salesforce and ERP systems, enhancing operational efficiency.

Financial Analyst

CITIC SECURITY
BEIJING, CHINA
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Prepared detailed financial reports and analysis, delivering actionable insights to management
  • Led financial, statistical, and industry analysis to inform investment decisions
  • Involved in budget development for regional, departmental, and functional areas
  • Managed economic forecasting, highlighting assumptions, risks, and opportunities
  • Contributed to multimillion-dollar commercial real estate projects, enhancing financial strategy
  • Executed financial analysis, risk assessments, and Discounted Cash Flows (DCFs)
  • Performed sensitivity analysis, creating versatile multi-scenario financial models.

Consultant/ Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

New York Life Insurance Company
Covina Valley, CA
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Delivered comprehensive financial planning, risk management, and insurance solutions to clients
  • Developed tailored financial plans covering investments, retirement, estate planning, and insurance
  • Fostered strong client relationships, offering continuous support and financial guidance
  • Led seminars and workshops to educate on financial planning and investment strategies
  • Achieved recognition on the Executive Council for outstanding performance and client service.

Education

MBA - Marketing

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Finance

California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
01.2012

Study Abroad Program-Finance - Finance

Peking University, Guanghua School of Management
06-2011

Skills

  • Financial Analysis
  • Data Analytics
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Leadership Across Functions
  • Strategy Development
  • Cultural Agility
  • Digital Marketing
  • Project Management

Certification

  • CFP
  • NMLS License

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Director of Business and Project Management

Origen Academy
01.2015 - 01.2018

US Regional Manager

WZ Education group
01.2013 - Current

Mortgage Analyst

Home Loan Enterprise
01.2013 - 01.2021

Executive Director-Business Development

T.Z. Capital
01.2013 - 01.2016

Business Development Manager

Three W InternationAL
01.2013 - 01.2014

Financial Analyst

CITIC SECURITY
01.2011 - 01.2012

Consultant/ Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

New York Life Insurance Company
01.2008 - 01.2011

MBA - Marketing

Lamar University

Bachelor of Science - Finance

California State University, Los Angeles

Study Abroad Program-Finance - Finance

Peking University, Guanghua School of Management
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