Mr. Long is a seasoned IT engineer who immigrated to Canada in 1999. Alongside a successful corporate career in technology, he has maintained a lifelong dedication to the study and practice of traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting. An award-winning artist, he has spent years teaching and sharing these artistic disciplines within cultural communities.

Through his leadership at Ignite Spirit Global Culture Association, Mr. Long aspires to enrich the cultural fabric of the overseas community. He aims to introduce the spiritual harmony of “the unity of pen and heart” to a broader audience, leveraging his unique blend of professional experience and artistic pursuit.

Lucy Zhao brings nearly 20 years of comprehensive experience in education, corporate training, and management consulting. She possesses deep expertise in executive language coaching, leadership development, talent strategy, and cross-cultural communication. Over her career, she has held key roles at renowned global institutions such as Berlitz and iMandarin, where she managed and delivered high-impact training solutions for Fortune 500 executives and expatriates.

Following her relocation to Oakville in 2024, Lucy joined the board of Ignite Spirit Global Culture Association. She is passionate about contributing her global educational and managerial insights to foster local civic growth and strengthen community support systems.

Joyce Li is a professional civil engineer with over a decade of industry experience. Throughout her career, she has successfully managed diverse projects, developing specialized expertise in structural design, construction management, and rigorous project planning. She is driven by a professional commitment to developing safe, efficient, and high-quality public infrastructure.

Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Joyce is an active volunteer leader in her local parish community. She contributes regularly by supporting monthly operations, singing in the liturgical choir during Sunday Mass, and serving as a lector for scripture readings. These roles have strengthened her skills in teamwork, dedication, and community service. Joyce firmly believes in the harmony of professional excellence and civic contribution, looking forward to creating meaningful impacts with Ignite Spirit.

Qian Li is a scientific professional specializing in virology and molecular biology, with over ten years of intensive laboratory research experience. In addition to her scientific career, she spent three years developing and delivering critical public health and disease prevention education programs tailored for newly immigrated women within Asian community networks.

Deeply passionate about fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle wellness, Qian actively promotes public health through community sports. She recently served as a foundational running coach for the Mississauga Chinese Running Group, successfully training over 30 beginners from zero to five kilometers using pain-free, scientific heart-rate management. She brings her extensive background in science, education, and community wellness to Ignite Spirit’s programs.

Lily Qin possesses extensive legal experience as a paralegal, working within both private law practices and municipal legal departments. She brings a comprehensive understanding of statutory legal procedures, meticulous case management, and regulatory compliance protocols to the board.

Complementing her legal background, Lily has spent over fifteen years as a language educator with the York Region District School Board (YRDSB). She operates under the foundational philosophy: “What you wish to ignite in others must first burn within yourself. We ignite hope for those who need it and make ambassadors of those who have it.” Her unique cross-disciplinary skill set positions her perfectly to support Ignite Spirit’s governance and educational outreach.