Our team
Wenlei Mao
Co-Presidents
Wenlei Mao is an accounting manager of a real estate investment company. As a CPA, she has over twenty years experience in CPA firms and corporates. She volunteered as a school director and Board member in Ray Chinese School for years. Her passion is to promote Asian culture and heritage awareness in local community and would like to dedicate herself to make the impact.
Sherry Huang
Co-Presidents
With over 25 years of teaching experience, Sherry Huang began her career as
an assistant professor and later excelled as a lecturer in a college. She further
enriched her educational impact as a K-12 teacher at two leading private schools
in the USA, serving as a middle school teacher, advisor and the sponsor for the
Global Awareness Club. Actively engaged in community service, Sherry
dedicates over 500 hours annually, contributing significantly to youth programs such as summer internships, leadership training, and mental health initiatives.
Beyond her educational endeavors, Sherry is a passionate writer, using her
words to promote cultural and heritage awareness, particularly focusing on the
local Chinese American community. Outside of work, she indulges in her love for nature, architecture, gardening, and travel.
Yanning Cai
Board Member
Yanning Cai is a CPA and works in corporate finance. She also had experience in accounting in the Nonprofit sector, although years ago she started her career path as a college English teacher. She is passionate about volunteering in the community. Her volunteer activities range from serving a few years on the board for the Ray Chinese School, to active participation in a lot of local school and community events.
ying Gan
Board Member
Ying Gan is currently fulfilling the roles of Vice President and IT Manager at a financial institution. With a wealth of experience in the financial sector and a solid background in technology, she is a seasoned professional. Besides her job, Ying has devoted several years to volunteering for the local Chinese School and getting involved in community initiatives. Beyond her work, Ying channels her passion into traveling, reading, and playing badminton.
Jie Su
Board Member
Jie Su is an IT Director of ERP systems for a heavy machine manufacturing company. She leads a few teams that are focused on delivering new or enhanced exciting system solutions that help make the lives of business customers easier.
Her passion outside work involves hanging out with her family and friends, volunteering at local schools, jogging and enjoying delicious food.
Leigh Wang
Board Member
Leigh Wang is a senior Accountant in a large nonprofit organization, has extensive experience and expertise in grant management across federal government, healthcare system, and academia. She has been actively involved in a weekend language school for over ten years. Her interests include travel, reading, writing and translating poetry.
Zilai Wang
Board Member
Zilai Wang is a scientist conducting brain tumor research. Beyond his professional pursuits, he collaborates with individuals from various educational backgrounds to promote health, self-discovery, and personal growth. He dedicates his effort through ACA to advocate the rich heritage of Asian cultures, contributing to the enhancement of cultural diversity and awareness in our local community.
Sharlotte Xiaoyan Zou
Board Member
Sharlotte is a laboratory informatics scientist in an IT company, and used to serve as a biochemical scientist in a pharmaceutical company. She has been actively involved in community service and devoted years into volunteering at local schools and libraries. She was the co-founder and president of Chinese Story Time at Naperville, a non-profit organization. Beyond work, Sharlotte loves reading, drawing, working out, and spending time with her family.