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I am excited to pursue opportunities where strategic thinking, applied expertise, and the ability to translate complex ideas for diverse audiences can inform solutions and drive meaningful impact. Please feel free to reach out with any questions about my background, experience, or interests.
Research Interest: Macroeconomics, Firm Dynamics, Growth and Development
Dissertation: Essays on Markup Dynamics (Defended May 14, 2026)
Dissertation Committee: Kjetil Storesletten (Advisor), Anmol Bhandari (Chair), Hannes Malmberg, Robert Goldstein
Education
Ph.D Economics University of Minnesota
M.A. Economics University of Minnesota
B.A. & M.A. Economics Renmin University of China
Teaching Experience
Instructor, Department of Economics, University of Minnesota 2023 – Present
Head TA, Department of Economics, University of Minnesota 2022 – 2023
TA, Department of Economics, University of Minnesota 2020 – 2022; Summer 2023
Lecturer, Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota 2017 – 2020
Community Services
Organizer and Liaison, Edina Chinese Association Pandemic Response 2020
Led community mask procurements, donations, and fundraising in response to COVID-19.
President, Edina Chinese Association 2015 – 2017
Redefined mission, built board-driven governance, and launched impactful community programs
Founder and Organizer, UMPTUMP Transportation Service Group 2014 – 2017
Launched and managed a dedicated transportation service supporting advanced math education access