Overview
Hi! Welcome to my profile.
I am a PhD student in Cultural Anthropology at Duke University. My research focuses on China–Africa encounters, building on previous fieldwork on Chinese corporate culture and business practices in Ghana.
My master’s dissertation examined how Chinese private entrepreneurs construct the identity of the “Boss,” and how this identity is shaped by social, gendered, racial, and intergenerational dynamics.
My current interests include the digital economy and ICT development in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly how Chinese people, companies, capital, and cultural practices shape these sectors. Through my research, I hope to contribute to a better understanding of these fields for both scholars and practitioners, while also building a career at the intersection of research, technology, and business development.
Before joining Duke, I gained experience in international organizations, technology companies, and venture capital in Switzerland, China, and Ghana. I hold a bachelor’s degree from Wuhan University and a master’s degree from the Geneva Graduate Institute.
I am always happy to connect, whether you share similar research interests or simply want to start a conversation. Feel free to reach out by email!