Jerry Huang

Chief Executive Officer - H&Z Solutions

May 2025 - Present | Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, Ontario | Remote

As Co-Founder and CEO of H&Z, I lead external strategy, partnerships, investor relations, and brand direction. I manage all outward-facing initiatives from manufacturing outreach and web presence to team recruitment and customer engagement. Our mission at H&Z is to reimagine everyday tech products through transparent design, soft lighting, and minimal form. I've overseen the end-to-end development of our early product line, led investor and advisor communications, and built our digital presence from concept to launch.

Skills: Start-up Leadership, Start-up Ventures, Engineering, Entrepreneurship

Member - Future of Technology

May 2025 - Present | Greater Toronto Area, Canada | Remote

Participated in global discussions hosted by the Future of Technology Forum focused on the impact of emerging technologies on society, education, and innovation. Contributed youth insights to conversations on AI accessibility, digital policy, and the ethical deployment of new technologies. Represented EmpowerAIM's mission by sharing youth-led approaches to expanding AI literacy and creating equitable tech opportunities for underserved communities.

UN Youth Delegate - United Nations

Jan 2025 - Present | New York, United States | Hybrid

Represented EmpowerAIM at major United Nations conferences and forums, including the Science, Technology and Innovation Forum, the Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development, and Climate Week NYC. Presented EmpowerAIM's work on AI access and youth-led climate resilience, and contributed to discussions on digital equity and technology-driven solutions for the Sustainable Development Goals.

Founder and President - EmpowerAIM

Jan 2024 - Present | Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, Ontario | Hybrid

Founder and Executive Director of EmpowerAIM, a youth-led initiative empowering students to use AI to solve real-world challenges. Developed the 10-step STREAMLINE framework to guide scalable, AI-driven solutions addressing inefficiencies in areas like climate change, disinformation, and poverty. Represented EmpowerAIM as one of only a few Canadian high school delegates at the 10th UN Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Forum in New York and at the 12th UN Asia-Pacific Forum for Sustainable Development. Published AI research and led machine learning workshops to improve AI literacy among youth.

President - KidsToKids

Jan 2025 - Present | Greater Toronto Area, Canada | Hybrid

Leading a team of 15 executive members to run an international non-profit with chapters in Canada and the UK, focused on providing education and enrichment opportunities to underprivileged kids both locally in Toronto and London, as well as internationally in locations like rural China. We host numerous charity, volunteering and fundraising events per year and are partnered and sponsored by many local businesses. Hosted year-round English class with over 10 students in rural areas of China.

Engineering Summer Academy Program Participant - University of Pennsylvania

Jul 2025 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | On-site

Selected for a three-week intensive program focused on applied machine learning and data-driven engineering. Worked in a team of four to develop a full-stack social media analytics platform that integrated automated data collection, AI-powered analysis, and a dynamic user interface. Built a Selenium-based TikTok and YouTube scraper capable of extracting profile statistics, engagement metrics, and video-level metadata. Implemented an LLM pipeline that generated channel signatures, trend-based content ideas, and creator growth strategies.

Skills: Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Machine Learning

Intern - Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 | Greater Toronto Area, Canada | Remote

Gained hands-on experience coding machine learning models and exploring real-world applications of AI in industry. Learned about cloud-based ML workflows, data handling, and deployment practices. Participated in professional development sessions and networking events with AWS engineers and product managers, gaining insight into industry trends and best practices in AI and cloud computing.

Skills: Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Machine Learning, Mathematics

Fellow - Shad Canada

Jun 2024 - Jul 2024 | London, Ontario

Fellow at SHAD Western.

Skills: Engineering, Entrepreneurship

Social Innovator - University of Pennsylvania

Mar 2024 - Jun 2024 | Remote

Participated in UPenn's Social Innovator Program, focusing on entrepreneurship and social impact.

Skills: Engineering, Entrepreneurship

Media Executive - KidsToKids

Sep 2022 - Jan 2024 | Greater Toronto Area, Ontario | Hybrid

Led media and communications for KidsToKids International, a youth-run nonprofit that delivers educational and enrichment programs across Canada, the UK, and China. Managed digital outreach through the organization's social media platforms, creating content that promoted volunteer initiatives, program highlights, and fundraising efforts. Established a growing online community of 200+ engaged supporters through targeted social media initiatives.

Skills: HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Python

Student - Johns Hopkins Center For Talented Youth (CTY)

Sep 2021 - Mar 2023 | Remote

Completed three accelerated mathematics courses with Distinguished Honours:

• Algebra 1 (Sep 2021 - Dec 2021)
• Geometry (Jan 2022 - Jun 2022)
• Algebra 2 (Jun 2022 - Mar 2023)

Skills: Mathematics, Engineering

Team Member - Ctrl-Z Team 5831 FLL Robotics

Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 | Greater Toronto Area, Ontario

Member of Team 5831 Ctrl-Z for the First Lego League. Participated in FLL World Championships, focused on robotics skills and teamwork. Dominated in municipal and provincial competitions and qualified for GIA before the season was cut short by the pandemic.

Skills: HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Python, Engineering