She arrived in the United States in third grade not knowing how to speak English. She received her citizenship at the age of It was her experience transitioning to a new country that motivated her to ensure that everyone has access to the opportunities in our country. Secretary Chao is an inspirational and consequential leader who has been appointed to two Presidential cabinet positions: U. Prior to being U. Secretary of Labor, Secretary Chao was President and CEO of United Way of America where she restored public trust and confidence to an organization tarnished by controversy and scandal.
She was also Director of the Peace Corps where she launched the first Peace Corps programs in the newly independent Baltic states and the former Soviet Union. She then served as Deputy Maritime Administrator , U. Department of Transportation. She had also worked as a shipping banker in the private sector. Secretary Chao earned her M.
She grew up in New York, and is the eldest of six daughters born to Dr. James S. Chao and the late Mrs. Ruth Mulan Chu Chao. Secretary Chao is now a resident of Kentucky. When I entered the workforce, there were not many women, nor many Asian Americans. But being different has also given me a different perspective, an outsider perspective which makes me a more compassionate, empathetic, stronger leader.
My parents had confidence that America would offer tremendous opportunities for their daughters, even though they themselves would not know what those opportunities were. I look at that photo and think, if my father can come from that kind of environment and overcome so many difficulties, surely I, as his daughter, can survive.
I have never forgotten what it feels like to be on the outside looking in. To feel that sense of vulnerability and fear that we would never find our place in America. Leadership is a skill that can be acquired. You get better with experience and practice. Do what you really love and the path forward will unfold. Click here to contact us for media inquiries, and please donate here to support our continued expansion.
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When do I vote? When are polls open? Her government service also includes serving as Deputy Secretary at the U. Department of Transportation and White House Fellow. Secretary Chao received her M. She also studied at M. Active in many volunteer activities, Secretary Chao has received numerous awards for her professional accomplishments and community service.
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The couple was set up on a blind date by a mutual friend. James S. Chao, is a successful businessman.
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