Irene (Huilian) Zhang
About Irene (Huilian) Zhang
Irene (Huilian) Zhang is an Ambassador and Host at How Women Invest and a Global Advisor at How Women Lead, with extensive experience in product marketing at Juniper Networks. She actively supports women and minorities through community initiatives and public speaking, while also focusing on strategic marketing for nonprofit organizations.
Work at How Women Invest
Irene Zhang serves as an Ambassador & Host at How Women Invest, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on promoting initiatives that support women in investment and finance. Her involvement includes engaging with community members and facilitating discussions that empower women investors.
Work at How Women Lead
Since 2021, Irene Zhang has been a Global Advisor at How Women Lead. In this capacity, she contributes her expertise to support women's leadership development and advocacy. Her role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance opportunities for women in leadership positions.
Experience at Juniper Networks
Irene Zhang has extensive experience at Juniper Networks, where she held multiple positions from 2014 to 2023. She progressed from a Competitive Intelligence Analyst to Director of Product Marketing, overseeing areas such as Cloud Metro and Service Provider Security. Her roles involved strategic marketing and product management, contributing to the company's growth in the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Irene Zhang holds a Master of Engineering Management (MEM) from Dartmouth College, where she studied at the Thayer School of Engineering. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Management Science from Renmin University of China. Her educational background equips her with strong analytical and management skills applicable in various business contexts.
Community Involvement and Advocacy
Irene Zhang is actively involved in community building and advocacy, focusing on empowering women, minorities, and young professionals. She engages in public speaking to share her experiences as an Asian immigrant and first-generation professional. Additionally, she supports nonprofit organizations by developing strategic marketing campaigns to enhance their impact.