Wayne H. Cheung - Founder/Director

Occupation: Director of Nepal Education Initiative Organization
Education: BS in Computer Information System, San Francisco State University

Wayne has been the Director and Founder of NEIO since 2008 working with grassroots communities in the remote regions of the Himalayas. Wayne promotes opportunities to improve quality of life in these regions by working closely with local communities over the development and construction projects of educational facilities that provide sustainable and locally-driven programs for their schools, and continuously brings public awareness to inspire resources into these regions.

"changes begin with education "

Kanishka Maheshwari - Marketing and Public Relations

Occupation: Senior Member of Technical Staff, Salesforce.com Inc.
Education: B.S. in Information Systems(minor in Business Administration), M.S. in Information Systems Management from Carnegie Mellon University

"I believe that every child has the right to have access to education, and the children in the Himalayan valleys are forgotten in every respect by everyone (Governments & Non-Profits)."

Anristie Kho - Treasurer

Occupation: Operations Finance Manager, Yahoo
Education: B.A. in Economics (minor in Accounting), UCLA

"The dedication of NEIO team ensures my faith in changing the next generation's life in Nepal by providing the education opportunities and resources they need."

Elley Ho - Program Manager

Occupation: Early Childhood Special Educator, Freelance Photographer
Education: B.A. in Psychology, UC Berkeley, M.A in Education, San Jose State University

"The utmost beauty on earth is found within the heart of the joyful, in scenes of stunning simplicity. I thank the Nepalese children for what they offered me. I'll utilize every opportunity to give back and let others experience the same."

Ray Kung - Advisory

Education: B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computer Science, Wisconsin MPA international development, Harvard University MBA at Wharton of the University of Pennsylvania

"To generate economic growth, human capital is the first and foremost determinate. Nepal has been forgotten during years of political upheaval."

Gloria Sun - Advisory

Education: B.A. in Computer Science, UC Berkeley M.B.A, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

"Education is one of the most organic ways to empower children for a better future"

Peng Tang - Advisory

Education: Huazhong University of Science and Technology

"Every child has their personal light. Education is to bring the light out, leading them to be their own selves. When I was in the rural village of Nepal, I could see the light in the children's eyes, which inspired me a lot. I want to give the best to them."

Chiring Lama - Nurbuling Village, Nepal Project Manager

Bio to come

Sumit Bikramshah - Kathmandu, Nepal

"He who opens a school door, closes a prison. NEIO has done that appreciable work so we should support from our side"