Jess Zhao
About Jess Zhao
Jess Zhao serves as the Head of Operations at Landed, Inc in the San Francisco Bay Area and has held this position since 2016. With a background in strategic initiatives and consulting, Zhao has also worked with organizations such as EdSurge and College Track.
Work at Landed
Jess Zhao serves as the Head of Operations at Landed, Inc, a position held since 2016. In this role, she oversees operational strategies and initiatives to enhance the company's efficiency and effectiveness. Additionally, she has been a Board Member at Landed Home Loans since 2020, contributing her expertise to the organization. Both roles are based in the San Francisco Bay Area and Denver, Colorado, respectively.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current roles, Jess Zhao worked at EdSurge as the R&D Lead for eight months in 2015 to 2016. She also held the position of Director of Strategic Initiatives at College Track from 2014 to 2015. Her experience includes a three-year tenure as a Consultant at Monitor Deloitte from 2011 to 2014 and two years as an Entrepreneurship Mentor at BUILD from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she worked in Public Relations for the Civic Education Project from 2008 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Jess Zhao studied at Northwestern University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Economics and Psychology. She also completed an Integrated Marketing Communications Certificate at the Medill School of Journalism. Furthermore, she studied at University College London (UCL), where she focused on Economics, Psychology, and Archaeology.
Background
Jess Zhao has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in operations, consulting, and education. Her career began in public relations and has evolved to include significant leadership positions in nonprofit and corporate sectors. Her experience in strategic initiatives and research and development has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of operational dynamics.