Meet the leaders building AADC's national network.

Sue Zhao

Vice Chair & Secretary General

Sue joined the Asian American Democratic Club (AADC) in 2016 as Social Media Director and Chief Editor of Voice of Chinese America (VOCA), a political commentary platform under Hana Media. As AADC Vice Chair, Sue organized the national campaign in the Chinese Americans for Biden (CAFB) affinity group, responsible for phone banking and postcard writing in the 2020 presidential election, and in the 2024 Chinese Americans for Harris Walz affinity group. Sue earned her Master of Science degree at Florida International University and is a scientist working in the biotech industry in Miami. She also serves as Chair of AADC FL Chapter.

Paul Zhu

Vice Chair

Paul Zhu has been a lifelong Democrat since becoming a naturalized citizen, believing that Democratic ideas are better for the lives of new immigrants. He has actively participated in organizing, promoting, and supporting candidates in local and national elections. He is now a Vice Chair of AADC.

Paul is an entrepreneur involved in creating and managing an internet-related startup company. He later became involved in the management and holding of private equity funds across the high-tech, real estate, and banking industries. He also serves as Chair of AADC DC/MD/VA Chapter.

Lu Shi, Ph.D.

Policy Director

Dr. Lu Shi joined AADC in 2017 and has been serving as Policy Director. Leveraging his expertise in policy analysis, Lu has dedicated himself to providing detailed policy information to club members and has been a productive volunteer writer-producer in the realm of civic education.

Lu graduated from Peking University and earned a Ph.D. in Policy Analysis from the Pardee RAND Graduate School. He conducted his postdoctoral research at the University of California, Los Angeles. After receiving tenure at Clemson University, he is now a full professor in the Department of Health Sciences at Pace University in New York, where he teaches and conducts research in health policy and public health. His policy research focuses on digital delivery of behavioral, cognitive, and mental health services. He also serves as Chair of AADC NY Chapter.

Cissy Wang

Civic Engagement Director

Cissy is a multidisciplinary professional whose career spans medicine, technology, the arts, and civic engagement. She began her professional journey as a pediatric surgeon, then transitioned into computer engineering. She founded TaGe, the first local dance group created to promote Chinese cultural heritage while building community connections through the arts. She has also been deeply involved in civic and community activities, including political campaigns such as Yang Gang 2020, advocacy for equal rights, and anti-discrimination initiatives for diverse communities. She also serves as Chair of AADC NC/SC/GA Chapter.

Dongmei Wang, Ph.D.

Finance Director

Dr. Dongmei Wang is a seasoned pharmaceutical industry leader with more than 28 years of experience and currently serves as Executive Vice President of Global Sales & Marketing at Frontage Laboratories. Since joining Frontage in 2007, she has held key leadership roles across CMC services, including organic synthesis, analytical services, formulation development, and manufacturing of GLP preclinical and GMP clinical trial materials. Her teams have supported numerous IND, ANDA, and NDA programs. She previously held scientific leadership roles at NovaDel Pharma and Therics, and holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Iowa State University, with postdoctoral research at the University of Chicago. Dr. Wang has been actively involved in community service as Board Chair of Chinese School and participated in the PA door-knocking group during the 2024 AADC presidential campaign. She now serves as Chair of AADC PA Chapter.

Helen Han, MBA

Membership Director

With an MBA and M.Ed., Helen's career has spanned the business, financial, and education sectors, giving her a cross-disciplinary perspective on leadership, strategy, and community impact. Since 2015, she has been an active political volunteer, dedicating significant time to campaigns at the local, state, and national levels, supporting democratic candidates whose visions for public service resonated with her own values. This decade of grassroots involvement has deepened her understanding of civic engagement, voter outreach, and the policy issues that matter most to communities, such as knocking on doors, phone banking, postcard writing, organizing fundraising events, and supporting candidates at events. She has stayed committed to the democratic process. She now also serves as Chair of the AADC Northern CA Chapter.

Ping Fang

Communication Director

Ping is a U.S. citizen and has lived in the United States for over 40 years. He has supported local candidates from both political parties for elective office, including donating to, supporting, and campaigning for candidates at the city, county, and state levels. He joined AADC in 2020 and has campaigned in presidential elections through communications and policy study. He currently serves as Chair of the AADC Southern California Chapter.

Professionally, Ping has held senior positions at leading companies in the life sciences, insurance, financial services, and technology consulting industries. He has volunteered for many years in various capacities in the local community, from a Chinese school with over 650 students to annual events including Chinese Cultural Day, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Spring Festival Gala. He was appointed by city councilmembers and a state representative to various business advisory committees, as well as semi-government organizations at the county level for economic and workforce development.