Leadership
Ben Wong
Executive Director
American-born Chinese and native San Franciscan, after a decade in the private sector, Ben transitioned into the nonprofit world through various community-based organizations. His 30+ years of nonprofit experience includes direct service with children, youth, families, and communities, project and program management, and executive and board management. Ben has previously served as Program Coordinator at Community Youth Center (formerly Chinatown Youth Center) and San Francisco Community Health Center (formerly Asian & Pacific Islander Wellness Center), Director of the Chinatown Beacon Center, Interim Executive Director at Wu Yee Children’s Services, and Gay Straight Alliance. He has also been appointed and has served on the Delinquency Prevention Commission and the Juvenile Justice Commission. Ben possesses a Bachelors in Business and a Masters in Counseling (Marriage & Family Therapy) and has an interest in education, child development, and juvenile justice.
Lily Wong
Director of Community Engagement,
Sunset Chinese Cultural District Director
Lily was born in Hong Kong and grew up in San Francisco. She has dual advanced degrees in Dispute Resolution and Public Policy from Pepperdine University. For over two decades, Lily has been committed to advancing the power of marginalized communities. She began her career as a community organizer and voice for those in need. She has held numerous positions at various nonprofit organizations, including but not limited to: The Center for Conflict Resolution, Community Educational Services/Chinatown Beacon Center, and UCSF. Her professional experience spans a range of issues including youth development, conflict resolution, workforce development, affordable housing, and land use.
Steve Tang
Finance Director
Steve is originally from New York City and now calls the San Francisco Bay Area home. He brings over a decade of finance experience from the tech industry ranging from startups to public companies, including Intuit and PayPal. His professional background spans financial planning & analysis, business operations, and data analytics. As a father, Steve is excited to join Wah Mei’s mission to support families by making quality bilingual education more accessible in San Francisco. Steve has a Bachelor of Science in Finance & Statistics.
Ricardo Rocha Vazquez
Associate Director of Operations
Ricardo Rocha Vazquez is originally from Denver, Colorado, and has proudly called San Francisco home for the past several years. Raised in an immigrant family, he brings a personal understanding of the challenges and strengths within immigrant communities. As a bilingual Spanish and English speaker, Ricardo is deeply committed to the power of bilingual education and is passionate about advancing Wah Mei’s mission to support and uplift diverse families
Maggie Ni
Controller
A fixture of the Sunset District for nearly two decades, Maggie joins Wah Mei with 17
years of specialized nonprofit finance expertise. She is a disciplined financial steward with a proven track record of managing complex government contracts and private funding with meticulous integrity. Proficient in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, Maggie serves as a vital bridge between data and strategy, translating intricate financials into clear, actionable insights for leadership and Board members. Her collaborative spirit is recharged through hiking and cooking—pursuits that reflect the warmth and patience she brings to her professional partnerships.
