Yan Guo holds a Ph.D. in Management and serves as Department Chair at the School of Management, Qujing Normal University. With extensive executive experience in Fortune 500 companies, Yan Guo specializes in regional development between China and ASEAN, focusing on internationalization strategies in emerging markets. Research interests include innovation and sustainable development, digital transformation, cross-border organizational governance, and ESG practices and evaluation systems. Yan Guo has contributed significantly to advancing knowledge on governance frameworks and sustainability performance in emerging economies, employing advanced quantitative methodologies. Through academic leadership and research excellence, Yan Guo continues to support policy-relevant insights and strategic development initiatives that enhance institutional effectiveness, economic resilience, and sustainable growth across dynamic global markets.