Changying 'Z' Zheng

Z works at the intersection of operations, design, and AI, helping organizations scale through better systems, stronger alignment, and more effective teams. Most recently, she led a five-month AI transformation initiative at Cloudflare, advancing AI literacy and practical adoption across teams.

An entrepreneur and educator, Z is passionate about operational excellence and creating environments where teams can do their best work. Throughout her career, she has led design in-house and in consulting, taught leadership and interaction design, and mentored the next generation of designers.

Outside of work, Z co-creates a sci-fi series and paints large-scale floral artworks, reflecting her passion for creativity both at work and beyond.