Competitor bio:

Li holds an MBA from Renmin University of China, along with a Ph.D. and an Ed.D. from Peking University. With extensive experience spanning central state-owned enterprises, foreign enterprises, investment, and entrepreneurship, her business interests cover sectors such as new materials, urban renewal, and culture. She serves as a representative of the 12th and 13th National Women’s Congress of China and is the president of the MBA Alumni Association of Renmin University of China. Li has been recognized with numerous honors, including the National March 8th Red Banner Holder (National Women’s Role Model), National Model of Women’s Achievements, Entrepreneurship Mentor of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Pioneer of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Capital, and Pioneer of China’s Technology Venture Capital. Li began running in 2017 and has since completed 15 full marathons and over 30 half marathons. In April this year, she achieved a major milestone by completing all six races of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Now, she is preparing to take on the 777 Challenge, a journey made even more special by her daughter’s participation. The Miami leg of the competition will coincide with her daughter’s 18th birthday, and the family will celebrate her coming-of-age ceremony together in Miami.