PANO Team

全職在台顧問 | 美國前20大畢業 | 十年顧問輔導經驗

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Caderyn Owen-Jones

| Yale University |

Born in South Africa but raised in London, Caderyn successfully navigated both the UCAS and Common Application systems before deciding to study at Yale University, where he double-majored in Classics and Archaeology.

While pursuing his degree, he was involved in many mentoring and language exchange projects, and worked concurrently in curriculum design and consulting.

Caderyn has conducted research across the world, including Turkey, Europe, China and the U.S. As a teacher, Caderyn has worked with hundreds of students, and has also been heavily involved in personal mentoring and essay editing.

Chase Tai

| Harvard University & UC Berkeley |

With an undergraduate degree in Economics from UC Berkeley, Chase worked in data analytics, asset management, and sports broadcasting before transitioning to education consulting.

He also has a strong passion for education and he completed his Master’s in International Education Policy at Harvard Graduate School of Education before joining PANO.

As a former curriculum developer and internal coordinator of multiple educational programs, Chase has worked with government officials and community leaders in several different urban and rural settings. He has worked as a counselor in China and the U.S. and helped with hundreds of students on test prep and specialized subjects.

Besides teaching AP and IB subjects, he is also an experienced instructor in math, economics, English, and standardized tests such as SAT, ACT, SAT II, and TOEFL.

Brittany Smith

| Yale University |

Brittany graduated from Yale University. She got a perfect score on APUSH and AP Language respectively.

Brittany had a strong passion for creative writing. As a senior at Yale University, she worked as an editor for the Yale Daily News, the “Oldest College Daily.” After graduation, she worked as an independent editor and proofreader for the human editing division of the prestigious digital education company, Grammarly.

Brittany has a diverse background. She has worked in the U.S., China, and Korea, and she taught intermediate and advanced English classes and American History and Culture classes to students at Lingnan College of Sun Yat-sen University.

Additionally, she worked as a tutor, helping students with the SAT Critical Reading and Writing section and the following AP courses: AP United States History, AP English Language and Composition, and AP English Literature and Composition. This includes help with the academic essays of AP courses.

Moreover, since graduation, she has helped scores of students work on application essays for Tufts, Emory, Stanford, Columbia, Notre Dame, and the UC System.

Cindy Mei

| Northwestern University |

Cindy was raised in Chicago. She studied journalism and art history at Northwestern University.

As a first-generation college student, Cindy navigated the college application process herself and learned a great deal about how to effectively produce a well-rounded college application.

During college, she studied abroad in Beijing, Shanghai, and Florence.

Last year, Cindy was awarded a Fulbright grant to teach English in Taiwan. She designed and taught her own curriculum to junior high school students in Chiayi County.

Cindy believes that a good education is the most important tool a child can have.

Ian Chen

| New York University |

Raised around the world from China to Indonesia and Switzerland, Ian has a strong passion for global issues and sharing knowledge.

He studied history at New York University with a focus on military, imperial, and East-West comparative subjects, graduating with high honors.

Before joining PANO, he also worked as a recruiter and tutor for IB History and English in addition to essay coaching.

He now takes great pleasure in helping students hone their ideas and sharpen their writing to put forth their best selves to their dream schools.

Cory Brown

| Cornell University |

Cory was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Engineering and Physics, and later earned a Master’s degree in Engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB).

During his time at UCSB, Cory developed a strong interest in mathematics and independently studied advanced math courses. He taught mechanical engineering at UCSB and actively engaged in academic research, publishing five research papers that have been cited over 180 times.

Cory specializes in college admissions consulting, curriculum development, and student mentoring. He has helped students achieve their academic goals and successfully guided his younger brother into Harvard University’s mathematics program. After completing his Ph.D., he transitioned into software development and joined a health startup accelerator focused on technological innovation and applied solutions.

In addition to his academic and technical background, Cory has years of entrepreneurial experience. He has founded four startups across diverse fields such as technology, education, and healthcare, gaining extensive experience in business operations and strategic planning. His background has equipped him with strong problem-solving and innovative thinking skills, allowing him to provide students with practical advice on entrepreneurship and business-related topics.

Cory also co-founded an educational consulting company in Taiwan. Combining his multicultural perspective and professional expertise, he supports students in aligning their passions with their goals—guided by the words of Nobel Laureate Albert Schweitzer: "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success." Through this approach, Cory helps students find joy in learning and achieve academic excellence.

Chris Wang

| UCLA |

Growing up in Canada, Chris developed a deep fascination for the sciences early on. His academic journey is marked by perfect scores on SAT subject tests and AP exams, alongside demonstrated leadership and technical skills, as evidenced by his founding of his high school’s VEX Robotics department. In its inaugural year, Chris’s team swept the awards at the regional competition.

Building on his academic and extracurricular successes, Chris graduated from UCLA with a B.Sc. in Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics. During his tenure at UCLA, he first-authored several notable research papers on EFIRM, a groundbreaking saliva-based cancer detection technology, which have since been featured in Springer textbooks. This significant body of work also led to his acceptance into Harvard Medical School.

Throughout his academic career, Chris demonstrated outstanding capability and commitment, serving as both a teaching and research assistant. Following unforeseen circumstances, Chris returned to Taiwan, where he ventured into various entrepreneurial fields.

Nonetheless, his passion for academia remains strong, and he dedicates his spare time to sharing his expertise with students at Pano Education. Chris currently teaches AP Biology, AP Psychology, and SAT English, guiding students toward achieving their own academic aspirations.

Jeff Peng

| JHU & UC Berkeley |

Jeff grew up in a bilingual environment in Taiwan.

During college, Jeff was a study consultant for freshmen, teaching them how to adjust to college-level school work as well as study more efficiently. Jeff not only successfully helped students establish effective study routines, but also found the experience of assisting others through sharing his own experiences gratifying.

Jeff has a diverse background: he majored in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and minored in Entrepreneurship and Management at Johns Hopkins University; he then went on to obtain his Master of Engineering degree in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from the University of California, Berkeley.

His past work experiences include working as a data analyst in the US and as a management associate in publicly traded companies in Taiwan.

Jeff received outstanding scores in standardized tests when he was applying to college and can teach classes such as SAT, ACT, and TOEFL. Passionate about working with students in ways that enhance their learning, Jeff hopes to make applying to colleges a rewarding process for them.

Ivory Lee

| NYU Abu Dhabi |

Growing up between Canada and Taiwan, Ivory graduated valedictorian at Taipei European School with an IB score, placing her in the top 1% globally.

She captained and participated in many varsity sports teams (basketball, volleyball, football) and represented her school in competitions in Taiwan and abroad. She also dedicated time to MUN, volunteering, and studying languages.

Ivory secured a full scholarship to New York University Abu Dhabi. There, she graduated magna cum laude and as a NYU Honors Scholar with double majors in Interactive Media and Political Science.

Her adventurous spirit led her to study abroad in London, Berlin, and Washington D.C., and even to conduct research in Uganda.

Having successfully navigated the application processes and secured scholarships in the US, UK, and wider Europe, Ivory has helped many students achieve their academic dreams over the last few years.

Jerry Lu

| Cornell University |

Born in Taiwan but raised in New York City, the melting pot of the United States, Jerry attended a specialized high school and graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Economics.

During college, Jerry worked as a mentor in the Weill Cornell Youth Scholar Program, helping socially and economically underprivileged high school students apply to top U.S. colleges. He has successfully guided students into schools such as Princeton, Harvard, Cornell, Columbia, and the University of Michigan.

With a penchant for experiencing different cultures and learning new languages, Jerry went on to teach English in six public elementary and middle schools in South Korea.

Jerry is dedicated to helping others become the best versions of themselves, and at PANO, he remains committed to his mission of empowering students to reach their full potential—whether it be through personal development or constructing compelling and self-differentiating college essays.

Kyra Lai

| Columbia University |

Kyra grew up in a multicultural educational environment. After completing her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education, she moved to New York City to work as a school teacher and earned her Master’s degree in International Educational Development from Columbia University.

During her graduate studies, she actively participated in curriculum development and co-founded a tutoring program during the pandemic.

Upon returning to Taiwan, Kyra taught at two international schools, offering courses such as Nutrition Science, Social Relations, and Project Studies. She has gained a profound understanding of Taiwan’s educational systems and students’ learning characteristics.

Kyra excels at guiding students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Combining her expertise in educational consulting, she provides comprehensive academic and career planning advice for students.

She is dedicated to working closely with students and their parents to help them unlock their potential and achieve personal goals and academic success.

Kawkrai Maksrivorawan

| UCLA |

Kawkrai moved to the United States with his family at the age of seven and grew up in Los Angeles, a vibrant and multicultural city that nurtured his strong interest in cultural exploration. This passion led him to pursue a degree in Geography at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). During his time at UCLA, he broadened his global perspective and further developed his leadership skills by serving as the president of an academic student organization.

After graduation, Kawkrai relocated to New York City and gained extensive work experience across multiple industries. Drawing from his own college application journey, he enthusiastically supported friends and younger relatives by helping them craft their application essays and guiding them through the admissions process—many of whom were successfully admitted to their target schools. This experience brought him a great sense of fulfillment and motivated him to continue this meaningful work at PANO.

In addition, Kawkrai has several years of professional experience in the finance and banking industries, as well as a strong understanding of family business operations. These experiences have equipped him with solid business acumen and strategic planning skills, enabling him to offer practical, personalized guidance to students in both academic and career planning.

Pippen Wu

| Cornell University |

Pippen graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Computer Science and minors in Film and Game Design.

He brings over seven years of experience tutoring in Computer Science, standardized tests, and other subjects. Additionally, he has worked as a software engineer at a Web3 startup.

During his time at Cornell, Pippen served as the Head Teaching Assistant for the Introduction to Computing course, where he mentored hundreds of students.

He has a proven track record of success, with 85% reaching their target schools, and 90% achieving perfect 5/5 scores on AP exams. His guidance has helped many students achieve their dream school admissions.

Peggy Shih

| UC Berkeley |

Peggy spent her childhood in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With limited information and resources, she independently applied to several top universities—including UC Berkeley, UCLA, the University of Pennsylvania, and Cornell—and was successfully admitted.

In addition to her academic achievements, Peggy is passionate about art and design. She prepared and submitted a personal art portfolio featuring animation, sketches, and digital design pieces as part of her college applications. While she was accepted to multiple programs, she ultimately chose to attend the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated in 2016 with a double major in Linguistics and French, and minors in Japanese and Applied Language Studies.

During high school, Peggy also demonstrated exceptional academic performance. She earned a perfect score on the SAT and received perfect scores on 16 AP subjects.

Andy Zhang

| Yale University |

Andy grew up in Maryland in the United States where he attended one of the most competitive math science programs in the country.

During his time there, he was varsity volleyball captain, took 12 AP exams, and received a full score on the SAT. Outside of school, he accumulated 600 hours of community service and spent three summers doing stem cell research, culminating in getting semi-finalist in the nation’s top science competitions: Siemens’s and Intel’s science talent search.

Eventually he would go on to study at Yale University where he began as a biology major. However, later he would transfer to and graduate as an Applied Mathematics major.

Throughout his educational career, Andy has always felt blessed to have received guidance on the correct path to college admissions and benefitted greatly from the resources he had available to him. Not only did his high school send 20% of its program to the Ivy League every year, but his own brother also attended Yale.

Since graduating from Yale, Andy has been dedicated to helping others reach the same success as him.

Timmy Lin

| Northeastern University & UCLA College Counseling Certificate |

Although born Taiwanese, Timmy grew up in Hong Kong and eventually graduated from Northeastern University in Cultural Anthropology with a minor in Psychology.

He has worked for Marriott Hotels, Steam Valve, Farglory Human Resources and also as a long-time mentor for international students in Boston.

With experience working in various fields in Boston, Taipei, and Hong Kong, he has helped countless students apply for various summer programs and universities around the world in search of their passion.

Lily Marie Exum-Dahlquist

| Columbia University |

Lily is a California native who attended high school in France and South Korea. She studied Sustainable Development and East Asian Languages and Cultures at Columbia University. Lily is passionate about writing and storytelling and was accepted upon admission into a full scholarship program at Columbia. She worked part-time as an English teacher and at a bilingual school in Brazil. She also studied Chinese abroad at NTU. Lily is passionate about teaching and working with students, serving as the Resident Director for a US State Department study abroad program at Tsinghua University in Hsinchu. Lily believes education is the first step to making the world a better place and becoming a calmer, happier person. Lily loves learning languages, traveling, pop culture, gaming and spending time with her cat.

Terrence Sellers

| University of Pennsylvania |

Terrence was born and raised in Los Angeles, before relocating to Philadelphia to study Science, Technology, & Society and Cinema Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. As a regular decision applicant, Terrence had to quickly learn the Ivy League application process with little outside assistance. After graduating with honors, he moved to Taiwan to teach English, before moving into a decade-long career in corporate tech marketing. Terrence has written content, both fiction and non-fiction, that has been used by businesses around the world. He believes that a good education is the foundation of not just a successful career, but a fulfilling life. Terrence is interested in the interplay between technology and storytelling and how these two facets of humanity continue to evolve together.

Cherry Chen

| University of Southern California |

Cherry is a Taiwanese who grew up in Beijing and attended an international school there. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Communication Design. As a first-generation U.S. college student, she understands firsthand the challenges of the college application process and how to craft a compelling, authentic personal narrative.
Professionally, Cherry has worked across a range of industries, including venture capital, marketing, teaching, and college counseling. She has taught middle and high school students in subjects such as math, biology, natural sciences, and test prep for the SSAT, PSAT, and TOEFL. Drawing on this breadth of experience, she offers students practical insights into diverse academic and career pathways while helping them articulate their goals with clarity and confidence.
Beyond academics, Cherry has a passion for writing and art. She wrote for The Daily Trojan during her time at USC and previously interned at theBeijinger, Beijing’s leading lifestyle magazine. Her interest in fashion and storytelling shaped her own personal statement and continues to influence how she supports students in developing their unique voices.
With a strong intercultural perspective, Cherry builds meaningful connections with students from a wide range of backgrounds. She enjoys guiding them to explore their interests, reflect on their identities, and envision the kind of person they hope to become in university and beyond.