Background

Fifty years ago, my parents came to the United States and became American citizens to live a better life and, later, helped my grandparents to do the same. At an earlier time, my grandparents helped their fellow countrymen escape the communist regime in China. Throughout their lives, my parents helped many Chinese students who studied at the University of Texas to integrate into American life and have been a positive presence in the community. My family has lived the "American Dream" and helped others to achieve that same dream. For generations, my family has supported our communities and always had high expectations of my brother and me to do our best and leave a better future for the next generation. I am happy to be able to use my business experience and apply it to make my community better, and I am proud to be able to pass muster with the California Secretary of State's office and earn my ballot designation as "Community Volunteer." Below is a snapshot of my background. I hope it helps you to get to know me better.

Education

  • University of Texas at Austin, 1986, BA Government, Minor Economics
  • Southwestern University School of Law, 1987-1988

Professional Experience

  • Intern, U.S. Dept. of Commerce (Reagan Administration), Washington, D.C.
  • Intern, Texas State Senate, Senate Finance Committee, Austin, TX
  • Office of the Attorney General, Los Angeles, CA
  • Drexel Burnham Lambert, Beverly Hills, CA
  • Bateman Eichler Hill Richards, Los Angeles, CA
  • Alex. Brown & Sons, Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA
  • Bear Stearns, San Francisco, CA
  • PaineWebber, Palo Alto, CA; Menlo Park, CA
  • The Nasdaq Stock Market, Menlo Park, CA
  • KORE (Keep Our Region Energized), Menlo Park, CA

Community Awards

  • Outstanding Volunteer of the Year, 2000-2001, Junior League of Palo Alto*Mid-Peninsula
  • Distinguished Fundraiser of the Year, 2002, Association of Fundraising Professionals

Community Volunteer

  • Asia America MultiTechnology Association (AAMA), Board Member, 2001-2005
  • California Republican Party, Delegate representing San Mateo County, 2004-2006
  • Commitee of 100, Fundraising Chair for Bay Area Gala, 2004
  • Cultural Initiatives Silicon Valley, Board Member, 2004-present
  • Friends of the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo, President, 2003-present
  • International School of the Peninsula PTA, Vice President, 2002-2003
  • Junior League of Palo Alto*Mid-Peninsula, Active 1996-2003, Sustainer
  • Las Lomitas PTA, President, 2005-2006; Executive Board, 2004-2007
  • Las Lomitas Education Foundation, Board Member 2000-2006
  • Las Lomitas Education Foundation, Hoedown 2005 (auction), Chair
  • Las Lomitas Strategic Planning Committee, 2005-2006
  • Las Lomitas Superintendent Selection Advisory Council, Chair, 2006
  • San Jose Symphony, Transition Executive Committee, 2001-2002
  • Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund (SV2), Grants Committee Co-Chair, 2001-2003
  • The Tech Museum of Innovation, Board Member, 2001-2005
  • AYSO Coach, Menlo Park-Atherton, 2002-2005
  • Cub Scout Den Leader, Pack 222, Den 1, 2004-present