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Roselyn Hsueh is a Political Science Professor at Temple University and co-directs its Political Economy program. A UC Berkeley alum and former Visiting Scholar there, she authored Micro-institutional Foundations of Capitalism and China’s Regulatory State. Her work focuses on regulation, industrial policy, and globalization. A two-time Fulbright recipient, she has held roles across the U.S., Mexico, Taiwan, and France, and is known for her inclusive leadership in research and education.

Ingrid Larson is the Managing Director of the American Institute in Taiwan's Washington office, a position she has held since 2020. Prior to that, Ingrid was a member of the Senior Foreign Service at the U.S. Department of State, serving in embassies in many regions of the world.

A Taiwanese American professional who moved to Taiwan after careers in San Francisco, Tokyo, Osaka, Bangkok, and the D.C. area. Rath began as an investment banking trader, then spent a decade in Big Four financial consulting. Inspired by Taiwan’s rising soft power post-pandemic, he made a major career shift, joining the launch of TaiwanPlus, Taiwan’s first public international media. He created and hosted its flagship show, Taiwan Talks, and now serves as partnerships manager at the International Talent Taiwan Office under the National Development Council.

YingYu Chen is the founder of The Herestory Institute, where she transforms learning into adventure through storytelling, hands-on exploration, and design thinking. A passionate educator, naturalist, and first-generation mother, she helps children build life skills while deepening their cultural roots.

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YingYu sees design thinking as a powerful tool—whether in the living room or the chicken coop! Her innovative approach has reached over 2,000 families globally, inspiring them to connect culture with curiosity in meaningful ways. Learn more at: https://www.theherestory.com

Ui-Seng François, a TANG alum, returns as a YA Program PD. A multidisciplinary artist from Baltimore, her work spans dance, acting, writing, film, and martial arts, with a focus on healing and cultural transformation. She’s performed on Broadway in West Side Story (2020), toured with Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE (2023–24), and is currently a Swing in MJ the Musical. Ui-Seng also teaches, choreographs, and produces independent work featured in festivals and community programs. She holds a BFA in Dance from Peabody Conservatory (2023).

Jin Kao (they/them) has over 10 years of experience as a TANG staff member, including serving as Executive Director from 2014 to 2019. Jin is passionate about building community and pride in Taiwanese American identity through dialogue and self-discovery. They are excited to be returning to TANG as a Young Adult Program Director.

Lisa Chang is EVP of Global Client Finance at Weber Shandwick, with experience in media, publishing, and entertainment. She moved to the U.S. at 14 and discovered the TAC/EC community in her 20s, inspired by its multigenerational strength. A working mother of two, she understands the balance between career and family. Passionate about media, culture, and tech, Lisa brings a cosmopolitan perspective shaped by her cross-cultural fluency—she speaks English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese.

Stefan Andriopoulos is Professor of German at Columbia University and co-director of the Center for Comparative Media. He authored Possessed, winner of the SLSA Michelle Kendrick award, and Ghostly Apparitions, named a Times Literary Supplement Book of the Year. His current research explores how technologies—from Gutenberg to AI—spread rumors and disinformation. His article “The Multiplication of Monsters” appeared in Public Books. Born in Germany to a Greek father and German mother, he brings a multicultural perspective to his work.

Christine Su is a physical therapist with VNA, specializing in home care. She previously worked at JFK Medical Center in inpatient, acute, and outpatient settings, including the brain trauma unit, and holds a neurology specialty certification. An active elder at TAFPC, she is deeply involved in the Taiwanese American church community. Christine enjoys tennis, basketball, softball, and Zumba. A food enthusiast, she especially loves dishes with rice or noodles. Her favorite bubble tea orders are classic oolong milk tea and hot sesame.

Born in Taiwan and raised in Oregon, Chiao-Yun Anny Hsiao is Executive Director of the Formosan Association for Public Affairs (FAPA) and its first female National Vice President. She brings 14+ years of nonprofit and public sector experience in policy, advocacy, and grassroots organizing. She previously advised Oregon Governor Kate Brown on economic and business equity, supporting small businesses and immigrant communities. An active community leader, she has led the Taiwanese Association of Greater Portland and served as Secretary General of TAA-USA. Anny holds a MIPP from Johns Hopkins SAIS.

Cecily Cao was born in Keelung, Taiwan, and moved to the U.S. in 2004. After earning a master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania, she taught in the Wharton MBA Chinese Program for seven years. In 2011, she shifted to real estate and became a licensed broker in PA and NJ. Her work spans property flipping, rentals, Airbnb, 1031 exchanges, and office buildings. From 2014–2024, she earned consecutive Top Producer Sales Awards. Cecily is also a proud supporter and donor of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Former NYC prosecutor and Kung Fu instructor, who has faced numerous real life situations, including gun point robberies, knives and multiple attackers.