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Yu Zhu

VP Of Operations
Beijing,

Summary

As an ex-prisoner, a former corporate executive, an outstanding media executive and journalist, a popular writer, I have rich and unique experiences which fostered my strong abilities in critical thinking, strategic planning, team leadership, problem-solving, working creatively and efficiently under pressure.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

VP Of Operations

Beijing SEEC Qixing Risk Management Consulting Co.
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed projects focused on investing in financial media, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Delivered exceptional results in market expansion efforts by identifying new territories, analyzing potential opportunities.
  • Guided team members to ensure sustained productivity and performance levels.

Prison Nurse

Shanghai Prison General Hospital
04.2021 - 11.2024
  • Provided responsive and high-quality care & mental health services to offenders and criminal suspects who were facing acute issues and ongoing health challenges.
  • Monitored the ongoing health status of patients and address identified issues.
  • Worked collaboratively with police officers and medical workers of the hospital to provide integrated and coordinated treatment plans.
  • Helped police officers to supervise the behavior of patients, acted as a responder to emergencies.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members (who were also prisoners), fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.

CEO / Curator

Zendai Culture / Shanghai Himalayas Museum
04.2019 - 11.2019
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth in art investment and exhibition service.
  • Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
  • Worked closely with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects that combined art, history, science, or social studies themes into cohesive exhibitions.
  • Promoted events and exhibits via social media, publications and other communication methods, boosting museum attendance.
  • Collaborated with artists and other institutions for diverse and enriching exhibitions, organized special events to foster deeper connection between community and cultural heritage.

Director of Public Relations

Zendai Group
03.2015 - 11.2019
  • Built strong relationships with government, media organizations, key industry influencers, enhancing the company's credibility in its sector.
  • Created a positive brand image and led successful product launches by coordinating comprehensive PR activities, including press releases, influencer collaborations, and event planning.
  • Managed crisis communications for mitigating potential damage to company reputation.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop integrated branding and public relations strategies.

CEO

Zendai Aite Financial Information Service
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Implemented critical operational strategies to drive and maintain substantial business growth in internet finance (online P2P lending).
  • Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
  • Developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Built strong relationships with regulators, fostering open communication channels for proactive issue resolution.

Deputy Editor-in-Chief, Director of New Media

Caijing.com
02.2012 - 02.2015
  • Set performance goals for editorial staff members, enhanced the quality of news articles.
  • Oversaw online content strategy, optimizing website layout and user experience for maximum engagement.
  • Led the editorial team to be responsible for the official report of significant forms such as Boao Forum for Asia, World Economic Forum, China Development Forum, etc.
  • Coordinated special events such as forums or webinars featuring expert speakers to generate buzz around significant economic and financial issues.
  • Worked closely with advertising teams to develop sponsored content opportunities that were both profitable and relevant to readers.

Journalist, Editor

Caijing.com
02.2010 - 02.2012
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible news articles.
  • Developed strong relationships with sources, leading to exclusive interviews and scoops.
  • Conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities, such as James Gordon Brown(Former Prime Minister of the UK,Larry H Summers(Former US Secretary of the Treasury),William R. Rhodes(Former Senior Vice Chairman of Citigroup),Nicholas Herbert Stern(Former President of the British Academy), etc.
  • Operated the social media accounts of Caijing.com to engage readers and promote content.

Education

Master of Science - Media Management

University of Glasgow
Scotland, UK
12-2008

Bachelor of Science - International Economics And Trade

Nanjing University of Finance And Economics
Nanjing, China
06-2006

Skills

Critical & independent thinking ability

Ability to work under pressure

Innovation ability & creativity

Team building and motivation

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving abilities

Cross-functional team leadership

Operational management

Strategic planning

Business development

Accomplishments

  • Published seven popular romantic fictions since 2007 when I was a Master student, my latest book (published in 2020)as one of the best seller books, sold over 100,000 paper copies, attracted over a million online readers.
  • Won a scholarship on China-France News Media Exchange Program in 2010 from Institut français de Pékin, French Embassy in China, spent two weeks in Paris visiting leading French news media organizations and attending training lectures on internet communication.

Interests

Reading, Jogging, Art,Music, Movie, Skiing

Timeline

VP Of Operations

Beijing SEEC Qixing Risk Management Consulting Co.
08.2024 - Current

Prison Nurse

Shanghai Prison General Hospital
04.2021 - 11.2024

CEO / Curator

Zendai Culture / Shanghai Himalayas Museum
04.2019 - 11.2019

CEO

Zendai Aite Financial Information Service
04.2018 - 04.2019

Director of Public Relations

Zendai Group
03.2015 - 11.2019

Deputy Editor-in-Chief, Director of New Media

Caijing.com
02.2012 - 02.2015

Journalist, Editor

Caijing.com
02.2010 - 02.2012

Master of Science - Media Management

University of Glasgow

Bachelor of Science - International Economics And Trade

Nanjing University of Finance And Economics
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