FinMentor
Our People
Meet the people who lead FinMentor's work, advance its mission, and turn financial education into meaningful community impact.
CEO and CTO
Michael Yang
“Leading FinMentor's mission to advance financial literacy through technology and strategic execution.”
Michael Yang serves as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at FinMentor, leading the organization's strategic direction, technology initiatives, data management, and digital platform development.
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Vice President and COO
Simon Shao
“Programs, events, and volunteers — the operating rhythm behind FinMentor.”
Simon Shao serves as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at FinMentor, leading educational programs, community events, and volunteer engagement across the organization.
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CFO and Treasurer
Kaiqing Dong
Saddleback College
“Supporting responsible financial management and community engagement through creative stewardship.”
Kaiqing Dong serves as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Treasurer at FinMentor, supporting the organization's financial planning and operational coordination. A Fine Art student at Saddleback College, she combines creativity with entrepreneurial experience as the co-founder of a vintage retail business and founder of a jewelry brand.
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Secretary and Director of Community Relations and Outreach
Harry Qihao Zhu
Saddleback College
“Connecting communities and strengthening organizational communication.”
Harry Qihao Zhu serves as Secretary and Director of Community Relations and Outreach at FinMentor, where he supports organizational communication, community engagement, and outreach activities. He enjoys connecting with others and contributing to programs that bring students and families together.
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Assistant Treasurer and Director of Volunteer Management
Nathan Wang
“Supporting financial operations and volunteer coordination for FinMentor's programs.”
Nathan Wang serves as Assistant Treasurer and Director of Volunteer Management at FinMentor. He supports financial operations and volunteer coordination for the organization's programs.
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Assistant Secretary and Director of Administration
Desmond Hong
Valencia High School
“Supporting organizational coordination and administrative activities.”
Desmond Hong serves as Assistant Secretary at FinMentor, supporting organizational coordination and administrative activities. A student at Valencia High School, he has developed a strong interest in personal finance through accounting coursework, the Young Investor Society, and UCI's Investments, Financial Planning & You (IFPY) program, where he built a virtual investment portfolio that achieved over 100% growth.
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Director of Digital Marketing and Communications
Eric Su
“Leading digital outreach and communications that amplify FinMentor's mission.”
Eric Su is the Director of Digital Marketing and Communications at FinMentor, where he leads the organization's digital outreach and communications. He has supported several FinMentor initiatives, including the Money Smart financial literacy series, by managing presentation technology and electronic equipment for community events.
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Director of Programs and Event Management
Jacqueline Hong
Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA)
“Bringing creative design expertise to program planning and community engagement.”
Jacqueline Hong is the Director of Programs and Event Management at FinMentor, where she supports program planning and community engagement through creative design. A junior at the Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA), she specializes in graphic design and fine arts, with experience in poster design and intuitive UI/UX.
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Director of Educational Content Development
Sylvan Jiao
Saddleback College
“Creating engaging educational materials that make financial literacy accessible.”
Sylvan Jiao serves as Director of Educational Content Development at FinMentor, where he helps develop educational materials and support financial literacy programs for students and families. A student with strong interests in sociology and history, he enjoys exploring how people, communities, and ideas shape society.
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Director of Finance Operations and Administration
Leo Wang
Saddleback College
“Supporting nonprofit operations and financial literacy event coordination.”
Leo Wang is a volunteer with FinMentor, supporting the organization's nonprofit community education programs and financial literacy events. He works closely with fellow volunteers to help coordinate event operations and create a welcoming experience for community members.
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Director of Customer Service and Support
Xinyun (Amber) Zheng
JSerra Catholic High School
“Creating welcoming experiences for students, families, and community members.”
Amber Zheng is the Director of Customer Service and Support at FinMentor, where she helps create a welcoming experience for students, families, and community members. She supports customer service initiatives while contributing to FinMentor's educational outreach and community engagement.
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Director of Youth Financial Literacy Programs
Haoye Li
Irvine High School
“Empowering youth through financial education and community engagement.”
Haoye Li serves as Director of Youth Financial Literacy Programs at FinMentor, supporting youth financial education initiatives and community engagement.
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Governance
Board of Directors
Chair of the Board
Angela Yang
“Dedicated to expanding access to education and empowering the next generation.”
Angela was born in Shanghai, China. She came to the United States to pursue her master's degree in Journalism and then her doctoral degree in Higher Education Administration as an international student. She understands the struggles that international students encounter on and off campus and is excited to get to know students and help them achieve their educational goals in the U.S. Angela has traveled to many countries throughout Asia. She has been in the field of international education for 25 years and loves working with students from around the world. Angela currently works for Saddleback College as the Director of International Student Program.
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Treasurer
Carson Wen
“Committed to responsible financial stewardship and community service.”
After graduating from university, I built a long career in business management, gaining extensive experience in organizational operations, team leadership, and strategic management. Ten years ago, I founded an international education consulting organization in the United States, dedicated to providing Chinese students with professional study-abroad planning and application services. Through these efforts, I have helped numerous students gain admission to outstanding overseas institutions and achieve their dreams of receiving an international education.
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Secretary
Jason Wei
“Applying 20+ years of technology and finance experience to empower communities.”
Jason Wei brings over 20 years of extensive experience in internet technology and IT practices to FinMentor. Born in Yunnan, China, he began his career at Cisco China, where he developed deep expertise in technology infrastructure and enterprise solutions. Jason has been at the forefront of integrating AI technologies with financial services, applying his technical knowledge to create meaningful impact in the fintech space.
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Interested in getting involved?
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