Haike Zhao is the Associate Director of the International Division at the College Board, where he is responsible for the strategies and implementation of the College Board’s programs and services in Asia and Pacific region, including AP®, PSAT and SAT®. Haike has worked with many K12 and higher ed institutions in the region over the past decade. In his current role, Haike is excited to serve and support schools, educators, students and partners in Asia and Pacific.

Karenjit Kaur is a Program Coordinator with the Malaysian-American Commission on Educational Exchange (MACEE), where she supports the administration and outreach of Fulbright Malaysia programs. With more than 20 years of experience in the education sector, she has worked across various areas of higher education and international educational exchange. In her current role, Karenjit works closely with applicants, scholars, alumni, universities, government agencies, and international partners across a range of Fulbright programs. She is particularly involved in program outreach, applicant engagement, selection processes, and supporting Malaysians pursuing academic, research, teaching, and professional exchange opportunities in the United States.

Born and raised in Seattle, Gina Nakamura is a former Seattle Colleges student: started in their High School Completion Program, then transferred to the University of Washington for her BA, and to Evergreen for her MA. Gina funded her educational journey by obtaining scholarships and working part-time. Working for Seattle Colleges for 26 years, she enjoys helping students find their pathway at a community college. She visits Malaysia annually, and invites you to speak with her at her booth after this session.

Khoa Lam is Regional Recruitment Specialist at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), supporting students and families across Southeast Asia as they explore opportunities in U.S. higher education. He holds a graduate degree in Education Leadership from the University of Newcastle and a Master of Business from the University of Melbourne. Combining his 10-year experience in international higher education with his interest in artificial intelligence, Khoa is passionate about helping students understand how emerging technologies are transforming education, career opportunities, and the skills needed for the future.