Gallery

Welcome to my inner world—a visual exhibition that thoughtfully showcases moments in life that have touched my heart, mind, and soul. Through these carefully captured images, I hope to create a special space where I can share my story from my own perspective, inviting you to see the world through my lens.

A collection of moments that celebrate my personal evolution—each step, challenge, and victory shaping the person I am today. Through the names and captions accompanying each image, I hope you can connect with some of these deeply personal and emotional moments, as they reflect the universal human experience of growth and transformation.

I See You

My uncle, a photographer, captured the shy three-year-old me sitting in a chair in our first home in Tianjin.

I See You, Too

Years later, I took a photo of my young son watching people in a neighborhood café after his Karate practice.

Mama And Me

Mama has had such a profound influence on my becoming. In my childhood memories, she was always beautiful, protective, and caring. You can read more about how her love shaped me in The Founder Effect.

Me And My Son

Years later, as a mother to a wonderful boy, I experienced firsthand what it feels like to nurture and care for a rapidly growing body and mind.

One More Rose For The Bride

In my parents’ words, “Yi married far.” Living in America so far from my Tianjin home brings a mix of feelings, both joy and longing.

Play My Piano One Last Time

My dad, Baba, teared up as I sat down and played a song for him and Mama before we left for my wedding. They saved for a year and endured incredible hardships just to get me my own piano.

Zero To One

Aside from a rough start (you can read about it in Chapter Five of my book), I had a joyful pregnancy. My baby was due during Wisconsin’s deep winter, and I was warmly cocooned in love and anticipation.

Six

What I love most about children at this age is their honesty—joy, excitement, sorrow, anger, fear, love—all vividly displayed on this incredible canvas. Their expressions can change in a fraction of a second.

Ten

Personality is everything. He was fun, funny, smart, silly, and compassionate. I felt like I gained a new best friend—and that I was also growing up alongside him.

GenoPalate DNA Kit 1.0

How exciting it was when the first version of our envisioned product finally came to life! I knew it was an ‘ugly duckling’ that would grow into a swan, with patience and the world’s guidance.

GenoPalate DNA Kit 2.0

Truly beautiful! A dedicated team pushed through sleepless nights and months of effort to bring this version to life. Unlike the first, which was entirely my vision, this was a collective effort—and the results showed. And— we sold a ton!

GenoPalate DNA Kit 3.0

Nothing beats watching your “baby” grow from a boy to a man, or a girl to a lady. That’s how I feel about our 3.0 product—sleek, simple, sharp, and built on thousands of real customer feedback signals. It carries our dream even further, and it did!

The Smaller The Better

Look how far our product has come—so small, yet so powerful! Less is more. Our talented team dedicated countless hours to its creation and refinement, impacting tens of thousands of lives in America. That effort was all worth it.

Winning A Tough Competition

You’ll find the backstory in my book, but this moment brought me second place in a fierce national competition, along with a TV deal and a celebrity piano mentor. I was honored to be congratulated by General Yang Chengwu, a key leader who helped end China’s Civil War.

Receiving The Spirit Of Marquette From The Late Dr Lovell

I’ll never forget the day Dr. Lovell called with the news. I couldn’t believe I was honored with one of Marquette’s highest awards for alumni. In his memory—rest in peace.

Be The Difference

I’ve always been the one to make a difference wherever I grew up. Today, I carry my school’s motto close to my heart, embracing what I can contribute to this world for the better. Watch my entire speech at: Sherry Zhang at the 2019 Spirit of Marquette Awards

A Special Award At A Special Time

During the pandemic, I received my Women of Influence trophy in person from the publisher—despite the challenges, it was a moment I will always cherish.

In Hindsight

I seldom look back, but when I do, I focus on what I’ve gained—life experiences, even bitter-sweet at times—and the relationships that continue to teach me something new.

We Are In This Together

From skeptic to my strongest young ambassador, it’s incredible to see how my son has become an “investor” in my devotion. We’ve won this journey together, baby!

I See You, See Me

I’m grateful to have a family that’s completely supportive of my entrepreneurial journey. As you’ll read in my book, it’s been a bumpy ride, but with their support, I can always keep moving forward.

18 The Bigger The Better

No matter how large or ambitious my projects become, nothing compares to the pride I feel watching my son blossom into a fine young man.

This Is Me Now

Hi, I’m Sherry. Let’s walk into the future together and see what unfolds!

Reflections of the wonder and magic I discover in everyday life—an ode to the extraordinary within the ordinary. Each photograph has touched my heart in its unique way, capturing a moment of beauty that resonates deeply. You’ll find a brief explanation alongside each image through its name and caption. I hope you enjoy this visual feast!

Arrival

Marseille, France. (Photo Credit of Ryan Zhang)

From The Birds View

Terrace of Notre-Dame de la Garde, Marseille, France.

A Modern Skyline

Rooftop of the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations, France.

Shhh

Entryway of Notre-Dame de la Garde, Marseille, France.

Ingenious Marketing

This is probably the oldest creative advertising I have ever seen and it is clever! Look carefully and find a number of products being promoted in the pictures. An exhibition at the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations, France.

Art

A final touch with care elevates the experience. Mediterranean Sea, near Nice, France.

Inspired By Faith

Barcelona Cathedral, the Gothic Quarter, Barcelona, Spain.

Indulgence

A little girl and her beautiful young mother savor gelato on a Milano street. I wish I could bottle the pure joy and obsession she had for that ice cream!

Courtyard View

Architectural poetry in Casa Milà, Barcelona, Spain.

Gaudis Chimneys

Perhaps inheriting my warrior genes from my mother's ancestors (as I discuss in Chapter One of The Founder Effect), I felt an instant connection to Antoni Gaudí's rooftop marvel—seven warrior-like sculptures that ingeniously function as chimneys.

I Am A Warrior Too

A closer look at one of the "warrior" sculptures atop Casa Milà, Barcelona, Spain.

A Building For Ever

Gazing at Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s enduring legacy, from the rooftop of Casa Milà, Barcelona, Spain.

Truth

Barcelona, Spain.

Graceful

National Art Museum of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain.

Struggle

National Art Museum of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain.

A Shared View Of A Young Couple

I love capturing those connecting moments in life. This shared moment at the MNAC was especially touching. I hope they will grow old like this.

An absolutely ordinary Tuesday made memorable.

Light And Lines

Simple beauty in a Mediterranean sunset near Palm de Mallorca, Spain.

Mirror Mirror

Reflections in the serene Parc de la Visitation, Monaco.

Three Phases Of A Woman

The graceful evolution of womanhood in bronze, Parc de la Visitation, Monaco.

Love

A promise of enduring connection in Parc de la Visitation, Monaco. "Wait for me," he says. "I will," she replies.

Plateful

There's nothing like finding a plate of tasty, clean, and thoughtful food that satisfies all my cravings when I'm far from my own kitchen. This delicious moment happened at a corner cafe across from the Prince's Palace of Monaco.

A Holy View

Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica of the Nativity of Saint Mary, Milan, Italy.

A Conversation

A quiet moment inside Saint Nicholas Cathedral, Monaco, forever known as the church where Grace Kelly married Prince Rainier III of Monaco.

What Makes The God Look Sideways

A fountain featuring Oceanus in Florence, Italy.

Look

Street art in a back alley along the Milan Navigli, Italy.

A Dream Of Havana Beach

Serenity on the shores of Focene, Italy.

The Big Apple

Michelangelo Pistoletto's "Apple" sculpture in Milan, Italy.

Perspectives

Along the canals of the Milan Navigli, Italy.

A Perfect Landscape

A fast-passing glimpse of harmonized perfection between Milan, Italy, and Marseille, France.

The Old Man And The Sea

A touch of Hemingway in Marseille, France.

What Have You Seen Of A Thousand Years

At the Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica of the Nativity of Saint Mary in Milan, Italy.

Beauty Is To Be Imagined Created And Seen

Beauty around every corner in Marseille, France... and all around you. Go find it.

A collection of special memories, meaningful occasions, and visual notes that have left a lasting impression on me. This space also serves as an evolving document of innovative ideas, inspiring wisdoms, frontier technologies, and groundbreaking products and services I encounter as I navigate the health industry.

Wisdom - Dan Buettner Explains The Blue Zones Diet

Incredible hearing Dan Buettner, the Blue Zones researcher, explain the dietary composition he discovered in the world's longest-lived populations.

Wisdom - Dan Buettner On Fad Diets

Dan Buettner discussing the pitfalls of fad diets at Expo West, Anaheim, California.

Wisdom - The Key To Health Adherence

Dan Buettner shows that only about 10% of people stick to a new diet after 7 days, highlighting the challenge of adherence.

Wisdom - The Secrets To Longevity And Happiness

Of all the longevity factors from Dan Buettner's Blue Zones research, the importance of having a life purpose strikes me the most.

Wisdom - The Power Of Friendship

My favorite slide from Dan Buettner's Expo West talk: a group of old friends in Okinawa, Japan, one of the world’s Blue Zones, enjoying their daily get-together.

Wisdom - Exploring The Blue Zones Kitchen

Applauding Dan Buettner's team for bringing the flavors and recipes of the Blue Zones to everyone. Their food was delicious at Expo West, and taste is key to making a healthy diet stick!