Ting Zhao, holds a Master’s degree in Education at Teachers College of Columbia University. She serves as Director of Developmental Affairs at the Forum for World Education (FWE), a prestigious U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to fostering global dialogue among business leaders, educational decision-makers, and scholars. At FWE, she collaborates with top universities on vital issues such as economic growth and education, workforce quality, the mental health of adolescents in the post-COVID era, digital society employment prospects, and advocacy for the educational resources of disadvantaged groups. These works have cemented her reputation as a dynamic researcher in the field of education. Her interdisciplinary research influenced by John Dewey focuses on social-emotional skills, cognitive development, leadership, and innovative learning. Ting is currently a Doctoral Candidate in Education at Teachers College, Columbia University.