Michael Zhang

Professor Michael Zhang is a distinguished academic and entrepreneur at the intersection of finance, technology, and artificial intelligence. As the Wei-Lun Endowed Chair Professor of Business AI at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, he brings a unique blend of academic excellence and practical business experience to his work. With degrees from both MIT and Tsinghua University, Professor Zhang's diverse background spans Computer Science, Management, and English Literature. His journey includes roles in investment banking and international marketing before entering academia, demonstrating his ability to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. As a pioneer in digital innovation, Zhang co-founded Super Quantum Fund, a quantitative hedge fund that relies on AI in managing assets. Zhang's research focuses on how information shapes business and management in the digital age, particularly in areas such as information goods pricing, online advertising, and AI applications in the financial market. His work appears in leading journals including the American Economic Review, Marketing Science, Information Systems Research, MIS Quarterly, and Management Science, garnering over 10,000 citations. His latest book, "Navigating the Factor Zoo: The Science of Quantitative Investing" (2025), offers insights into modern investment strategies, while "Digital Quantum Leap" (2021) guides organizations through digital transformation. When not advancing the field of business AI, Zhang enjoys oil painting and watching classic films like The Shawshank Redemption and Forrest Gump, and maintains a fondness for the adventurous spirit of Tin Tin. Currently serving as an independent director for companies listed on NASDAQ and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Zhang continues to influence both academic research and business practice in the rapidly evolving digital economy.