Qingyu Yao

Qingyu YAO is a seasoned professional in business development and international recruitment, currently contributing to EDHEC Business School since May 2023. Prior experience includes serving as New Business Manager at Saguez & Partners, and as a Business Developer at Semana.io. Qingyu has a background in strategic planning, having worked as a Junior Strategic Planner at Brainvalue, where market trends and consumer insights were analyzed for international brands. Additional roles include internships in business development and strategic planning at Insign - Agence de communication and ZAKKA, as well as experience as an English tutor at New Oriental Education & Technology Group and a Community Manager at Sina Weibo. Qingyu holds a Master’s degree in Communication, Media, and Creative Industries from Sciences Po and a Bachelor's degree in French & International Business from Chongqing Technology and Business University, complemented by an exchange program at The University of British Columbia.