Eric Zhang
Innovation Advisor @United Nations
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WORK HISTORY
Innovation Advisor @United Nations
As part of the UN Innovation Network, we are an informal and collaborative network of UN Agencies\' innovation teams that focuses on fostering new and innovative approaches and technologies. Our team hosts regular working sessions on emerging themes and shares resources and events to help our members stay at the forefront of innovation.Our network focuses on the challenges of developing innovative ideas, processes, and products within the UN, including measuring the results of innovation, financing innovation, building partnerships for innovation, promoting behavioral innovation, exploring frontier technologies, and advancing data innovation.As a member of the UN Innovation Network, we are passionate about driving positive change through innovation and leveraging the power of technology to solve some of the world\'s most pressing challenges. We believe that by collaborating and sharing resources, we can accelerate progress and make a meaningful impact on the world.
EDUCATION
Eindhoven University of Technology
Industrial Design
University of Virginia Darden School of Business
Business strategy
SKILLS
ABOUT ERIC ZHANG
As a Business and Digital Leader at EPAM Systems, a global strategy and engineering company, I specialize in guiding businesses through digital transformation through both of internal and external M&A activities that driving growth through innovative and digital strategies. Additionally, I serve as a mentor at Startupbootcamp (recognized by Forbes as a top 10 global startup accelerator) and as an Innovation Advisor at the UN Innovation Network.My career includes positions at The Boston Consulting Group Digital Ventures (BCG DV), Daimler AG, Capgemini Group, Fjord Design Accenture Interactive, and Philips. I have gained extensive experience in large strategy transformation programs, product strategy roadmaps, and innovation strategy.My areas of expertise include transformation, growth strategy, portfolio management, business model design, product management, go-to-market strategies, and value-based strategy. I have also served as a part-time lecture tutor at Delft University of Technology and as a mentor at Techstars and an advisor at TCXA.Having worked across North America, APAC, and EMEA, I bring a global perspective to my work and have a proven track record of delivering results for clients worldwide.
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