Achieving Growth
ELITELINK NEXT GEN SUMMIT
Building the Next Gen Leaders, Together
EliteLink is a global ecosystem where ambitious young founders, future leaders, visionary educators, venture capitalists, family offices, and industry innovators come together to cultivate talent, create opportunities, and build a lasting legacy.
The EliteLink Next Gen Summit is our signature annual gathering, designed to bridge the gap between exceptional student potential and the leaders shaping tomorrow's world.
Our Founder
Serene Wang
Forbes Top 100 Chinese Influential Elite | Best-Selling Author
Serene is the Founder of EliteLink Women Foundation and the founder of EliteLink Education, EliteLink Coaching, and EliteLink Publishing. She is building an ecosystem that connects school admissions, career development, leadership, personal branding, and entrepreneurship, creating a community where women and the next generation can grow and thrive.
She has taught at Columbia University and New York University, and her training courses have reached 20+ million learners worldwide.
Her vision for EliteLink Women Foundation is to empower more women and young people to turn their ideas into impact.
Our Penal Speakers
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On Career Navigation
MayLing Lai
Advisor and board member of EliteLink. May is a former Wall Street professional with 25+ years at Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. Partner-level advisor to firms managing $1T+ in assets. Northwestern and Columbia degrees; adjunct professor of Economic and Data Science.
On Public Speaking/Pitching
Lisa Patti
EliteLink Executive &
Public Speaking Coach
Licensed speech-language pathologist and adjunct professor at SVA. Blends speech science with performance training to strengthen voice, presence, and persuasion for students and executives alike.
On Entrepreneurship
Bolong Li
Bolong Li is VP and Head of Global Acquisition, at Amazon Audible. Previously at Apple, he brings a background in finance, business development, and retail. He also teaches business and marketing at Columbia University and speaks widely on digital marketing and leadership.
Our Next Gen Speakers
Leon Li
Entrepreneur
Leon Li is the founder of Lazy Alpha, an investing tool designed to help new investors cut through information overload, manage emotion, and make more informed decisions. He built the product independently, turning a personal challenge into a working startup.
Kailey Zhang
Filmmaker/Researcher
Kailey Zhang is a student, filmmaker, researcher, and author with interests in social issues, marketing, and acting. Through entrepreneurship, Model UN, writing, and the performing arts, she explores how people think, connect, and engage with ideas.
Hanson Li
Entrepreneur
Hanson Li is the founder of Just Undefined, a nonprofit social forum supporting teenagers through mental health and self-identity, and Undefined, a streetwear brand celebrating individuality and self-expression.
Check his non-profit: Just Undefined
Maximillian Broenner
Entrepreneur
Maxi previously built a performance-wear e-commerce brand and is now developing a startup app that connects aspiring young founders with peers who share complementary skills and ambitions.
Athena Chao
Founder/ Author
Athena Chao is a New York City high school student, storyteller, and founder of Beyond Blossom Foundation. Psyche is her debut novel, written to inspire young writers to share their stories.
Check her book : Psyche
James Liao
Investment Research
James is a high school student, passionate about investing, and entrepreneurship. Founder of the Fidi Investment Club, dedicated to making financial education accessible and helping students develop lifelong investing skills.
Bill Wu
Software Designer
Bill is a senior at Léman Manhattan Preparatory School and an aspiring data scientist passionate about using SPSS & Python to analyze data and streamline workflows. He designed a series of software to automate data process for small business.
Richard Sun
Researcher
Langfu Richard Sun is a researcher passionate about using data and mathematics to explore belonging among Asian students in the U.S., inspired by his experience as a math tutor and international student.
Thanks to our strategic partner and sponsors:
Title Sponsor:
EliteLink Education https://www.elitelinkadmission.com
EliteLink Education is not a traditional admissions consulting firm. We partner with students and parents to cultivate excellence, build legacy, and position young leaders for long-term academic, professional, and personal impact.
Platinum Sponsor:
BTM Group https://www.btmusa.com/
BTM Group was founded in New York City in 2001. Over the years, it has grown into a comprehensive multinational enterprise group spanning legal services, EB-5 services, investment and financing management, and real estate development. The company was founded by Yu Liu, with Cindy Zhang serving as Co-Founder and CEO.
Gift Sponsor:
Lasting Brilliance Flower https://www.lastingbrilliance.com
Strategic Partner:
ACRE
New York University
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