Wenlie Zhou, CPA, ABV

Senior Vice President at Gelesis

Wenlie Zhou, CPA, ABV has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over several companies. Wenlie'smost recent role was as the VP of Finance at Gelesis since May 2022. Prior to this, they worked as the Sr Director Corporate Controller at Gelesis from April 2021.

Before joining Gelesis, Zhou held the position of Sr. Director of Accounting at Apellis Pharmaceuticals from September 2019 to March 2020. Prior to that, they were the Corporate Controller at Fractyl Laboratories Inc. from October 2017 to September 2019 and at Radius Health, Inc. from October 2015 to June 2017.

Zhou's earlier roles include Sr. Manager/Associate Director of Accounting at Epizyme, Inc. from March 2014 to September 2015, Accounting Manager at Shire Pharmaceuticals from November 2011 to March 2014, and Audit Manager at PKF P.C from July 2000 to November 2011.

Wenlie'searliest work experience includes a role as Market Research/Product Manager at SureBlock Company from November 1996 to August 1998.

With a strong background in finance and accounting, Wenlie Zhou brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to their current role as VP of Finance at Gelesis.

Wenlie Zhou, CPA, ABV has an extensive education history. Wenlie obtained their Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering from Beijing University of Technology, where they studied from 1991 to 1996. In 2000, Wenlie Zhou pursued further studies and completed an MBA with a concentration in Finance from Boston College Carroll School of Management. Wenlie further expanded their knowledge in the field of taxation by earning a Master of Science degree from Suffolk University - Sawyer Business School, specializing in Taxation, which they completed between 2003 and 2005.

In addition to their educational accomplishments, Wenlie Zhou has also obtained several certifications. In 2002, they became a Certified Public Accountant through the Massachusetts Board of Public Accountancy. Furthermore, in 2013, they obtained accreditation in Business Valuation from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Overall, Wenlie Zhou's education and certifications showcase their commitment to continuous learning and their expertise in finance, taxation, and business valuation.

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  • Senior Vice President

    August 1, 2023 - present

  • VP of Finance

    May, 2022

  • Sr Director Corporate Controller

    April, 2021

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