Zhang Financial CEO Co-Chairs China Institute Centennial Gala in NYC
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NEW YORK – September 15, 2026 -- Lynn Chen-Zhang, CEO of Zhang Financial, served as Co-Chair of the China Institute of America Centennial Grand Fashion Gala, held September 8, 2026, at The Pierre in New York City to mark the institute's 100th anniversary.
Gala draws top fashion designers and cultural leaders to mark 100-year milestone
The event was chaired by television personality and cultural ambassador Yue-Sai Kan, with designers Guo Pei and Vera Wang serving as Gala Ambassadors. Featured designers included Jason Wu, Vivienne Tam, Grace Chen and Laurence Xu. The gala also honored Fern Mallis, credited as the creator of New York Fashion Week.