Wing T. Chao

Chao was born in Chongqing, China in May 1944. He moved to the United States in his teens to pursue education. He lives in Los Angeles, California. ==Education==

Chao attended the University of California, Berkeley where he received his Bachelor and master's degrees in Architecture. He has a second master's degree in Architecture, majoring in Urban Design, from Harvard University, where he studied under Kenzo Tange, the legendary Japanese architect who predicted the Information Age. He was conferred an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business Administration in Hospitality Management by Johnson and Wales University. He also completed post-graduate work in Urban Planning and Real Estate Development at MIT. Chao had originally wanted to study medicine and be a doctor. ==Career==

Chao began his architectural career with William Liskam Architect after completing his education. He joined Disney as an associate soon after. Walt Disney Imagineering Chao joined Disney in 1972. He had unsuccessfully tried to get a summer job at one of its amusement parks during his Berkeley days. He also oversaw the development of Disney's land holdings in California, Florida, Tokyo, Paris and Hong Kong. During his time at Disney, Chao led development teams consisting of Disney Imagineers and leading architects and designers on over a hundred projects including Disney theme parks and resort hotel rooms. Chao has also led the design and development of four Disney cruise ships, namely Disney Magic, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, and Disney Wonder. Chao has handled businesses worth more than USD $12 billion over his term at Disney. Notable works at Disney Resorts: • Disneyland Paris • Hong Kong Disneyland Resort • Tokyo Disneyland Cruise ships: • Disney Magic • Disney Wonder • Disney Dream • Disney Fantasy Las Vegas Sands Chao served as a Director for Las Vegas Sands Corp. from July 2010 to November 2010. Television Chao has appeared in three television shows produced by Disney. • The Imagineering Story as himself (2019) • The Mandalorian as Governor Wing (2020) • Star Wars: Tales of the Empire as Governor Wing (2024; voice) ==Awards and recognition==

Chao has received numerous accolades for his work in the hospitality sector. His works have earned him recognition awards in the architecture and design community. ==References==