Eva D.J. Zhou
About Eva D.J. Zhou
Eva Zhou Head of Talent
Eva Zhou currently holds the position of Head of Talent. In this role, she excels in identifying and nurturing top-tier talent across various organizational levels. Her extensive experience in executive search and talent acquisition makes her a key player in optimizing leadership and succession planning strategies. Leveraging years of expertise, she focuses on ensuring the right fit for roles that shape the future of the company.
Eva Zhou Education and Expertise
Eva Zhou's educational background includes a BA in English and Literature from Fudan University in Shanghai, China. She further enhanced her credentials with an MA in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University. This combination of humanities and organizational science equips her with a unique perspective in understanding and managing talent dynamics within corporate structures.
Eva Zhou Biogen Executive Search Capability
At Biogen, Eva Zhou played a crucial role in creating and building from scratch the in-house executive search capability. This initiative focuses on VP+ roles across various functions and geographies, showcasing her ability to standardize and streamline executive recruitment processes. Her contributions have been central to the company's talent acquisition and retention strategies.
Eva Zhou Leadership Succession Planning at Biogen
Eva Zhou built and led the leadership succession planning and executive onboarding program at Biogen. Her initiatives have enabled a structured approach to identifying and preparing internal candidates for future leadership roles. This program ensures that Biogen has a robust pipeline of qualified leaders ready to step into critical positions as needed.
Eva Zhou Executive Search Experience
Eva Zhou has a strong background in the executive search industry, having handled retained searches at renowned firms like Korn Ferry and J. Robert Scott, a boutique executive search firm owned by Fidelity Investments. Her specialization in recruiting C-level leaders into venture-capital-backed companies for six years underscores her ability to identify and place top-tier talent in high-stakes environments.