Zhexian (Richard) Zhou
About Zhexian (Richard) Zhou
Zhexian (Richard) Zhou is a Graduate Research Assistant at the Air Transport Research Society, currently studying at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He has a background in air service and network planning, with previous roles at United Airlines, Qatar Airways, and S.F. EXPRESS CO. LTD.
Work at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Currently, Zhexian Zhou serves as a Graduate Research Assistant in the Air Transport Research Society at O'Maley College of Business, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to various research initiatives, including the Airport Benchmarking Project. His role involves analyzing data and providing insights that support the society's objectives within the aviation sector.
Previous Experience in the Aviation Industry
Zhexian Zhou has accumulated diverse experience in the aviation industry. He worked at United Airlines as Sales Support for five months in 2017 in Guangzhou, China. Following this, he served as a Network Planning Analyst at Qatar Airways from 2019 to 2020 in Doha, Qatar. He then transitioned to S.F. EXPRESS CO. LTD as a Fleet Planning Analyst for seven months in Shenzhen, China, before returning to academia.
Educational Background
Zhexian Zhou holds a Master of Science degree in Aviation Finance from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, which he completed from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Aviation Business Administration from the same institution between 2014 and 2018. He also participated in a semester exchange program at EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht, focusing on Aviation Business Administration in 2016.
Early Career and Internships
Zhexian Zhou began his career in the aviation field with an internship as an Office Assistant at WASINC International, Ltd. in 2016. He also gained operational experience as an Airport Operations Associate at Changzhou Benniu Airport for two months in 2015. These early roles provided him with foundational knowledge in airport operations and office management.
Skills and Areas of Expertise
Zhexian Zhou possesses expertise in air service and network planning, supported by his academic background and professional experiences. His work has provided him with a global perspective on aviation operations, making him well-equipped to contribute to projects within the commercial aviation industry.