Executive Director,
Stevens Initiative

Christine Shiau serves as the executive director of the Stevens Initiative at the Aspen Institute. With a passion for empowering young people and fostering cross-cultural understanding, she spearheads the Initiative’s vision and mission to drive transformative change, fostering a new generation of globally competent and culturally aware leaders. 

Christine is a committed strategist, shaping the program’s trajectory and forging key partnerships worldwide. Her approach combines strategic acumen with creative thinking, positioning virtual exchange as an international movement that is redefining global learning. Through her efforts, she has cultivated a diverse ecosystem for technology-enabled exchanges, enhancing global competencies and career readiness skills in young minds.

In addition to her leadership at the Stevens Initiative, Christine actively contributes to the international exchange community. She serves on the boards of AMP Global Youth and DCPS Global Education, reflecting her commitment to enhancing global education and intercultural connections. Christine is a former board member of the Alliance for International Exchange and Podium Education.

Christine brings robust experience from both the public and private sectors, enriching her strategic perspective. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting with a minor in Marketing from the University of Illinois-Chicago and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland.