Born and raised in China, Sophia has over 20 years of experience in executive corporate management. She received a Bachelors of Engineering degree in China before earning her MBA in Canada.
Soon after graduating, she became Vice General Manager of a large, Japanese printing and aviation venture headquartered in Shanghai. Sophia was led international projects in Europe, Canada and the Middle East and was later appointed president during which time she established a consulting division in New Jersey. Sophia also served as a liaison between a Chinese regulatory agency and American exporters. Moving to New Jersey and setting up a new home, Sophia developed a keen interest in interior design and attended Parsons School of Design in New York City to further the study of her newly found interest.
In 2015 Sophia moved to Paris where she resided for five years, continuing her interest in interior design by buying and renovating apartments.
Sophia has a passion for the arts, culture and languages. In addition to English, she is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese and speaks some French. She has studied, worked and lived in over twenty cities in China, Canada, France and the US, advancing her superb global experience, honing her multiple language skills, and achieving success in business development. Her unique global perspective and nuanced understanding of the emerging socio-economic realities between East and West make her an indispensable asset in intercultural sales and negotiations.