Dr. Christina Yan Zhang
Metaverse Pioneer (2006) - Metaverse & Global Education Expert
Christina is CEO of the Metaverse Institute, a consulting firm advising intergovernmental organisations, governments, corporates on their strategy in web3. With 17 years’ experience turning forward-thinking ideas into ultra-high growth business with global impact, she has participated in over 20 committees for organisations such as UNESCO, the World Bank, the Commonwealth, the EU, and UK Governments.
A Pioneer in the Metaverse
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Christina’s expertise in the metaverse stretches back to 2006 with a PhD in digital-twin and virtual world technologies. She also holds the position of Vice Chairman of the UN's International Telecommunication Union Metaverse Working Group. Prior to founding the Metaverse Institute, she was China Director of QS, the university rankings agency. She established the firm as a major force among Chinese universities, with influence over £750bn’s worth of government funding. In 2009, she was the first Chinese ever elected to the national leadership team of the UK’s National Union of Students since 1922, and led many successful lobbying efforts with government leaders, including former UK Prime Minister Theresa May on immigration changes.
WHAT she OFFERS YOU
Christina is in a unique position to provide a comprehensive overview of the future of the internet, thanks to her academic background in metaverse research, coupled with years of experience. With extensive experience in government relations, she can also provide a perspective on regulators and policymakers' approach and priorities.
