Ethan Xiao

• Exclusive Mentor (Gaming Specialization)
• Zynga, Shanda Games

Carnegie Mellon University Master's in Game Design with nearly a decade of gaming industry experience. Currently Senior Software Engineer at Zynga. Previously held engineering and design roles at five game companies including Shanda Games, working with both AAA studios and innovative independent teams.

Deeply involved in multiple campus recruitment cycles, conducting technical interviews and portfolio reviews. Committed to developing technical capabilities and career planning for junior developers. Leverages extensive industry insights to provide specialized support in resume optimization, portfolio development, technical interview preparation, and analysis of diverse career pathways within the gaming sector.

Ling

• Exclusive Mentor (SDE Specialization)
• EY, L.E.K. Consulting

Ling holds a Master's in Data Science and Machine Learning from University of Toronto with four years of investment banking experience demonstrating analytical prowess and strategic acumen. With multiple years in career consulting, she excels at crafting compelling resumes that highlight candidates' unique strengths and achievements.

Beyond resume development, Ling provides strategic career advice, interview preparation, and job search strategies. Her client-centric approach focuses on understanding individual career objectives to develop personalized action plans.

Victor

• Exclusive Mentor
• Senior SDE/Tech Lead
• Meta, Snap

Senior Software Engineer and Tech Lead at Snap specializing in real-time backend systems. Previously spent six and a half years at Facebook/Meta contributing to technical infrastructure and AI platform teams.

Victor has conducted approximately 200 programming and system design interviews. His mentorship covers system design interview preparation, behavioral question (BQ) coaching, project deep dives, technical detail analysis, and optimizing resumes for anticipated interviewer questions.

Bob

• Exclusive Mentor (DS/DA Specialization)
• TikTok

Holds a Master's from Cornell University with extensive full-stack product development, system design, and infrastructure experience. Currently builds solutions at TikTok using Python, Java, Golang, and database technologies. Mentored interns and junior engineers, accumulating significant coaching expertise.

As a dedicated mentor, Bob provides tailored guidance including industry trend analysis, strategic networking, technical interview preparation, and resume refinement. Whether excelling in coding challenges or refining career planning, Bob empowers students to achieve their objectives.

Max

• Exclusive Mentor
• Senior Financial Planning & Analysis
• LVMH

University of Virginia graduate double-majoring in Economics and Chinese. Currently Revenue Manager for Moët Hennessy's Eastern region and Control department within LVMH Group. Subsequently joined the Strategy & Operations team, contributing to premium brand management, champagne/sparkling wine portfolio strategy, and pricing initiatives based on outstanding analytical capabilities.

Tom

• Exclusive Mentor (DS Specialization)
• Google

Google Senior Software Engineer with over five years of full-stack product development and infrastructure experience. Served as mentor for Google interns, early-career engineers, and conducted technical interviews, guiding professionals through critical career stages.

He actively shares expertise to help others overcome challenges including crafting impactful resumes and preparing for technical interviews, supporting career goal achievement.

Sarah

• Exclusive Mentor (MKT Specialization)
• Estée Lauder

Began career at a European innovation consultancy in New York, developing expertise in innovation strategy, market research, and product development. Led product innovation initiatives for global consumer giants including Colgate-Palmolive and PepsiCo.

Currently at Estée Lauder, providing corporate-level insights across all categories (skincare, makeup, fragrance, haircare) while monitoring industry trends. Leverages deep marketing, branding, and research experience to deliver customized career planning, consumer goods industry insights, and resume optimization.

Stephen

• Exclusive Mentor (DS Specialization)
• Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, RBC

Stephen holds a Canadian bachelor's and US master's degree. Currently Senior Data Scientist at RBC specializing in risk management, holding multiple risk management certifications.

With outstanding technical skills and educational passion, Stephen has spent three years tutoring students in coursework, interview preparation, and career planning. Renowned for patience and professionalism, he has helped numerous students achieve academic and employment goals.

Joan Hu

• Exclusive Mentor (ART/MKT Specialization)
• Christie's, Smithsonian Institution

Holds an MA in Arts and Cultural Management from Pratt Institute. Gained valuable industry experience at prestigious US institutions including Christie's and Smithsonian. For five years served as Business Partner and Director of Communications & Art Programs at a top New York gallery, collaborating with international artists to curate exhibitions and manage art initiatives.

Joan provides practical guidance in arts management, curation, marketing, and communications—helping students refine portfolios and prepare for industry-specific interview challenges. With her profound background in creative fields, Joan is an invaluable resource for students pursuing careers in the arts.

Susan

• Exclusive Mentor
• Strategy
• Alibaba

Holds an MBA from Cornell University and BA in Political Science & Economics from American University. Brings 9+ years in strategy, platform growth, and product marketing. Formerly Global Brand Lead for 1688's international expansion, driving brand awareness and user growth.

Currently heads strategy and operations at a quantitative hedge fund, establishing key partnerships (e.g., Wix, Wayfair, BigCommerce) to advance e-commerce growth. Has helped 50+ MBA students secure dream offers through resume refinement, behavioral interview preparation, and technical interview frameworks.

Nick

• Exclusive Mentor (Film/VFX Specialization)
• Pixar, Disney, Industrial Light & Magic

Credits include:
Pixar: Elemental, Lightyear, Inside Out 2
Hollywood: Thor, Doctor Strange 1-2, Batman, The Matrix Resurrections, Venom 2, Spider-Man, Ant-Man, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Terminator
Disney Animation: Ralph Breaks the Internet
X-Men, Percy Jackson, Alice Through the Looking Glass
Blizzard's Overwatch cinematic intro