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Cheng is clearly highly adaptable, not only because she’s navigated four successful careers in under 15 years, but also because of the growth mind-set she’s shown at each step. She is motivated by curiosity and able to see future themes across her experiences.

- "Fast Company"

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A bit about me. 

I’m currently pursuing my Master of Liberal Arts at the University of Chicago, building on a diverse professional background in business, media, and education.

Here’s a brief look at my past work:

Business

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  • Founder of Yoyo Chinese, a language EdTech startup with over half a million users worldwide and the official language program endorsed by UN. 

Media

Live Reporting from Movie Premiers

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Host of the Discovery Cultural Documentary Oh My Buddha!

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Live Reporting from the Academy Awards

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Host and Reporter at TV show 

Hello! Hollywood

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Education

Lecturer at Pepperdine University's MBA program. ​

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What Else?

  • Completing certification as a professional coach through the iPEC Program。

  • Born to a Chinese philosopher, fostering a deep-rooted fascination with philosophy, psychology, and human nature.​

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  • Graduate of Upright Citizens Brigade Improv classes and Groundlings comedy sketch writing class.

  • Avid jazz piano player, continually honing improvisation skills

  • Fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese

  • Mother of two very active boys

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  • Currently pursing Master of Liberal Arts at University of Chicago

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