Elaine Zhou

Elaine Zhou is an accomplished Chief Technology Officer (CTO) known for her expertise in translating visionary business goals into technological realities. In her role as CTO, she collaborates closely with founders, CEOs, and Division Presidents to shape their business visions through the strategic application of technology. Elaine specializes in crafting AI strategies and meticulously planning engineering roadmaps. She excels in dynamic environments characterized by volatility and complexity, where her skill in making crucial decisions with limited information shines. Elaine has honed a streamlined development process to facilitate agile product launches and swift course corrections, all while maintaining a focus on technology decisions and product-market fit. Her innovative "Moneyball" recruiting framework has enabled the rapid acquisition of top-tier, diverse talent and remarkable retention rates, further solidifying her reputation for assembling high-performing engineering teams. Currently serving as the CTO at Change.org, Elaine leads a global engineering team, driving the organization towards the forefront of Responsible AI and expanding its community impact.