PhD in Regional Economics from George Mason University, USA; MSc in Urban Planning from Macquarie University, Australia; BA in English and American Language and Literature from Xiamen University.

A senior researcher, senior translator and investment advisor, he also has extensive experience in teaching and vocational training.

Has worked as an interpreter for many international conferences and national meetings, including simultaneous interpretation. Well versed in diplomatic and international exchange related matters and has extensive experience of working across cultures.

Has worked for Wall Street financial institutions such as the Ministry of Construction of China, the World Bank and Citibank, as well as Tsinghua University's School of Economics and Management and Prudential (Hong Kong).

Based on his personal experience on Wall Street, Dr. Johnson Lee has completed his book 'Credit Madness', which reveals the roots and background of the 2008 financial tsunami and tells the thought-provoking reality of the economic crisis.