Yilong Cheng

Yilong (Tom) Cheng is a seasoned professional in business development and partnership management with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as the Business Engagement Lead at the World Economic Forum since April 2024, Yilong previously held positions such as Senior Manager of Discovery Partnerships at Branch, where contributions greatly enhanced user experiences for more than 3 billion users globally. At LinkedIn China, Yilong excelled as a Business Development Manager, focusing on strategic partnerships to maximize value delivery. Yilong's earlier roles include 4P Product Marketing Manager and Business Development Manager at Lenovo, where significant growth in telecommunications business was achieved. Yilong's career began at Intuit, contributing as a Software Engineer and Data Science Intern. Educational credentials include a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Beihang University.