Jing Zhu

Jing Zhu is a passionate runner who has completed the Abbott World Marathon Majors, the Antarctic Ice Marathon, and numerous other global races. This July, she will take on the North Pole Marathon, continuing her pursuit of the world’s most extreme running challenges. Beyond her athletic pursuits, Jing is the Founder, Chairperson, and CEO of the China Hospitality Technology Alliance (CHTA). With over 30 years of experience in IT and telecommunications across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, she is a visionary leader in global hospitality innovation. Under her guidance, CHTA connects Eastern and Western ecosystems through cutting-edge technologies, fostering collaboration and setting industry standards. She was inducted into the HITEC/HFTP International Hospitality Technology Hall of Fame in 2018 and named one of China’s Most Innovative Industry Leaders. Jing holds degrees in Telecommunications Engineering and a DBA certificate in Fashion Design.