Joe Zhang
About Joe Zhang
Joe Zhang is a Senior Director at PING AN, with over 14 years of experience in digital strategy planning and transformation. He has held various roles in prominent companies, including McKinsey & Company and EY, and has managed extensive distributed teams while serving clients across multiple regions.
Work at PING AN
Joe Zhang has been serving as a Senior Director at PING AN since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various strategic initiatives and leading teams to drive digital transformation within the organization. His experience in managing distributed teams has been instrumental in executing projects that cater to clients across Greater China, North America, and Southeast Asia.
Education and Expertise
Joe Zhang earned his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Shanghai Normal University, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in digital strategy planning and transformation, which spans over 14 years. He possesses significant expertise in product discovery and management, further enhancing his capabilities in leading complex projects.
Background
Before joining PING AN, Joe Zhang accumulated diverse experience in various roles. He worked at McKinsey & Company as a Product Manager from 2017 to 2020 in Shanghai, China. His career also includes positions at Hewlett-Packard as a Senior Business Analyst, Infosys Technologies Ltd as a Technical Evangelist, and EY as an Engagement Manager, among others. This varied background has equipped him with a broad perspective on business and technology.
Professional Experience
Joe Zhang has held multiple significant positions throughout his career. He worked at Hewlett-Packard from 2006 to 2011, followed by a role at Insigma US Inc. as a Senior Consultant Leader from 2011 to 2013. He then served as an Engagement Manager at EY from 2013 to 2017. His roles have involved managing teams and projects that require collaboration across different regions and cultures.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to his corporate experience, Joe Zhang has two entrepreneurial ventures from his 20s. These experiences contributed to his understanding of business operations and innovation, complementing his extensive corporate background and enhancing his leadership skills in managing teams and projects.