Jinglan Yao

Jinglan Yao is an experienced information technology professional currently serving as a Senior Information Technology Manager and System Administrator at MaRS Discovery District since November 2019. Responsibilities include providing full-stack IT support for over 250 clients, involving hardware and software troubleshooting, consultation, and training. Jinglan has successfully delivered multiple high-profile projects, such as a comprehensive cloud storage migration and the establishment of an enterprise procurement account relationship with Apple. Prior to this role, Jinglan worked at Apple from May 2007 to November 2019 as a Genius and Creative, focusing on personalized training and workshops. Earlier experience includes serving as a Sales Associate at Gap Inc. from March 2002 to May 2007, where communication of product value played a key role in influencing customer purchasing decisions. Jinglan holds a degree from the University of Toronto, completed between 2004 and 2008.