Pete Zheng: Product Portfolio
Innovative product leader with expertise in fintech, big tech, and defense. Passionate about creating impactful technology solutions with a focus on equity and inclusion.
Executive Summary
Product Leadership
Experienced product leader across fintech, big tech, and defense sectors. Driving innovation with strategic vision and execution excellence.
Board-Level Management
Expertise in Gen AI, SaaS, and web3 technologies. Providing strategic guidance at the highest organizational levels.
Industry Recognition
Named in the 2024 Global Gaingels 100 under 100. Recognized for outstanding leadership and impact in technology.
Professional Philosophy & Impact

Entrepreneurial Vision
First-generation scholar and entrepreneur building bridges through technology
DEI Leadership
Championing diversity, equity and inclusion across technology sectors
Social Impact
Deep commitment to serving vulnerable populations through innovative solutions
Pete brings a unique perspective to product leadership, combining technical expertise with a passion for creating positive social change.
Farther Finance: Product Innovation in Fintech
Series C Success
$5B assets under management with $72M raised by Q4 2024
Feature Leadership
Spearheaded web and mobile application sprint launches
Organizational Development
Built product organization from ground up
Efficiency Improvements
Streamlined processes through innovative software tools
Gen AI Product Leadership at Prospectory.ai
AI Division Leadership
Headed the generative AI product division, setting strategic direction and vision for AI integration.
Product Strategy Development
Shaped comprehensive product strategy for seamless Gen AI integration across platforms.
Cross-Functional Oversight
Managed diverse teams to accelerate development and deployment of AI-driven features.
Meta: Business Integrity & Product Policy
Global Operations
Oversaw ad enforcement standards across Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp.
Product Delivery
Shipped dozens of protocol and workflow updates to improve platform integrity.
Regulatory Compliance
Led GDPR implementation and regulatory compliance for advertising systems.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Coordinated product, policy, operations, and go-to-market teams.
Subscribe Store: Startup Founder
Concept & Vision
Developed innovative subscription service concept
Funding Success
Raised $1M in venture capital from Lightbank VC
Bold Decision
Withdrew from Harvard Ed.M program to pursue entrepreneurial vision
Solo Leadership
Managed end-to-end operations as sole founder
Department of Defense: Cybersecurity Product Consulting

Strategic Consulting
Provided expert guidance to DoD cybersecurity division
Framework Innovation
Introduced new security frameworks from CXO interviews
Capacity Building
Led initiatives with measurable security impact
Nonprofit Technology & Policy Advising
UNICEFUSA
Strategic technology advisory to enhance global impact for children
Trickle Up
Digital transformation to scale poverty alleviation programs
Leadership Now Project
Technology solutions to strengthen democratic institutions
Additional Nonprofits
Scalable digital solutions for social good organizations
Campaign Management: NYC Mayoral Election 2020
Top-Tier Campaign
Managed operations for top-10 polling candidate in a competitive field.
Strategic Leadership
Directed comprehensive product strategy throughout the electoral cycle.
Digital Innovation
Implemented cutting-edge digital solutions to maximize campaign reach.
Operational Excellence
Streamlined campaign operations for maximum efficiency and impact.
Leadership & Board Roles
Academic Leadership, Research & Teaching
Research Excellence
Cited researcher with NIH-backed studies published in international books. Contributing valuable insights to academic discourse.
University Leadership
Held 15 leadership roles at University of Pittsburgh. Co-founded impactful social justice and food insecurity programs.
Teaching Experience
Served as teaching assistant to over 400 students at Columbia Business School and School of International and Public Affairs.
Awards & Honors
2024
Global Recognition
Named in Global Gaingels 100 of top LGBTQIA+ leaders
2020
Campbell Award
Columbia University's highest graduate accolade
33+
Academic Honors
Including Summa and Magna Cum Laude distinctions
Pete's accomplishments reflect his commitment to excellence across academic, professional, and community domains.
Entrepreneurial Interests & Industry Expertise
Pete brings diverse expertise across emerging technologies and markets. His experience spans multiple startups and scale-ups across sectors.
Conclusion: Forward-Looking Vision
Technology Innovation
Pushing boundaries at the intersection of emerging technologies
Policy Advancement
Shaping frameworks that enable responsible technology growth
Social Impact
Creating solutions that address critical societal challenges
Equitable Access
Ensuring technology benefits reach all communities fairly