Hongwei Zhang

Hongwei is a strategy and operations executive and serves as Senior Vice President of Operations at Consumer Directed Choices, Inc., where she drives growth through data-informed leadership, innovation, and operational excellence. Born in China and fluent in Mandarin Chinese, Hongwei brings a global perspective to cross-cultural engagement that closely aligns with the mission of the ICCR. Her leadership has been recognized through multiple honors, including 40 Under 40 by the Albany Business Review and the Women of Excellence Award from the Capital Region Chamber of Commerce. She is respected for her collaborative leadership style, operational rigor, and a proven record of building inclusive, high-performing organizations with lasting community impact.