SEPeers Sessions
Short Talks, Big Ideas
Are you ready to inspire, challenge, and engage? SEP Talks is your platform to share bold ideas, unique insights, and thought-provoking stories with the SEPeer community.
From Idea to Scale
An small, trusted groups of SEPeers who meet virtually throughout the year to share ideas, challenges, and personal insights, all in a safe, confidential space.
Some circles are mixed, others are women-only — but all are rooted in one shared identity: being part of this unique SEP network.
Closed Doors, Open Conversations
A small, trusted group of SEPeers who meet virtually throughout the year to share ideas, challenges, and personal insights, all in a safe, confidential space, all are rooted in one shared identity: being part of this unique SEP network.
Executive Committe
Cecilia Zheng
SEP19
Cultural ambassador, multidisciplinary artist, master sound healer, and founder of Mantra — a global platform dedicated to bridging Eastern wisdom to the contemporary Western world. Through both online and physical spaces, Mantra offers ancient Eastern practices as an anchor for the present moment: a space to pause, recalibrate, and rejuvenate – serving as both a contemplative sanctuary and a platform for cross-cultural dialogue. A 16th-generation disciple of the Wudang Daoist Sanfeng lineage, bringing rare authenticity to her work as a bridge between Eastern traditions and Western audiences. As a master of the Himalayan singing bowl and Gong, she works with sound as a medium for healing, creating immersive sound experiences that facilitate deep listening, energetic recalibration, and contemplative presence.
Lisa Kua
SEP25
Senior Leader in Manufacturing Design with 23 years at Apple, driving operational excellence, innovation and scalable manufacturing solutions. She leads global teams across all product lines. She brings deep experience in global manufacturing design, smart manufacturing and supply chain resilience, and is passionate about developing leaders and shaping the future of how products are built at scale and sustainable.
Sunny Sun
SEP 16
Currently Senior Vice President at Autoflight Group, and Vice Chairman of the IEEE Smart Village Program (China Region) Previously served as General Manager at Hainan Zhihong Investment, focusing on research topics such as the airworthiness certification and commercial operation of low-altitude aircraft. Held the position of Vice President at China Gateway International Logistics, responsible for business development and sales operations. Also served as Vice President at Nobo Holdings, and Head of Investment and M&A for Greater China at Agility Logistics.
Has interviewed over 60 Chinese and international entrepreneurs and scientists. Translated the technical book , which explores the metaverse and Web 3.0 technologies.
Diana Daniels
SEP18
Chair the Alumni Scholarship foundation of the Stanford Executive Program, giving NGO founders chances to attend Stanford. Chairwoman of the Cronos Group, a Telecommunications making possible the connectivity among many regions. Founder of Tinkerlink a social marketplace helping communities to get jobs and get paid. Founding Partner of Reaction Global a VC fund where our thesis investment is to measurably improve one billion lives Founder and Cohost of the Futueramos Podcast bringing Top Leaders to mold and think about how the future will be. Active member of YPO, first Female Chair of the Greater Europe chapter. Founder of Opulix a digital platform giving voice to unheard Spanish speaking authors.
Rachel Zhang
SEP17
Managing Director of the SystemX Alliance at Stanford, leading Stanford’s largest industrial alliance program to advance collaboration between industry and Stanford world-class professors and students in driving innovation across the full technology stack to shape the future. Former Senior Leader at Alibaba and Ant Group, accelerating global cross-border e-commerce and FinTech expansion. Incubator of the “10×1000 Tech for Inclusion” initiative for Jack Ma to promote digital inclusion in emerging markets. Key driver in scaling Ayla Networks into a recognized AI/IoT SaaS leader, built on early career expertise in the semiconductor industry.
Dharmendra Kumar SEP18
Current Founder and CEO of PayZang and Karma Payments, Secretary and Member of the Board of SEP Alumni Scholarship Foundation. Giving NGO founders a chance to attend Stanford and amplify the work of an inspiring global social leader who is on the verge of strategic growth – personally and organizationally. Founding Partner of Reaction Global, a VC fund with an investment approach to measurably improve one billion lives within our lifetime. Serial entrepreneur (6X founder), strategy & technology professional and seed stage high-technology venture capitalist. Experienced in all aspects of business leadership; strategy, business development, operations, product/service management and information technology.
Hazel Hu
SEP18
Hazel Hu is the Founder and President of Permasteel Inc., a California-based company that has been in business for over 21 years. Permasteel specializes in manufacturing and distributing gas grills, patio coolers, patio heaters and garden beds, with a strong presence across the United States. Its products are sold through major retailers including Lowe’s, Costco, Sam’s Club, Home Depot, BJ’s, and Menards, as well as in Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Europe, and Australia. Hazel believes in creating products that bring people together and in building long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships. Known for her strong work ethic and leadership by example, she is committed to fostering a culture where employees feel valued and take pride in their contributions.
Stella Zhou
SEP24
Founding Partner of INCE Capital, and a well-recognized investor shaping the future of Chinese venture capital. Known for her sharp investment acumen, cross-border perspective, and institutional-calibre mindset, she brings nearly two decades of experience in venture investing. She has been named to Forbes China’s Top 100 VC Investors and Top 20 Female VCs, with additional recognition from PE Daily’s F40 list and Cyzone’s Top 40 Under 40, spotlighting her as a next-gen leader widely respected by entrepreneurs. Several highlights include Lovart.ai, Pebble, and iMile. Before co-founding the firm, she was the youngest to make Partner at Qiming Venture Partners, where she led successful investments into TikTok (Musical.ly), Dingdong (NYSE: DDL), Tuhu (HKEX: 9690), among others.