Although I am not an experienced person, I think you should be able to ask the director you know for help. Start at a lower level. You are still young, not yet 30. Besides, with so many professional managers, you feel very confused. I think we're even. You've been through everything. Start at the grassroots level and work for a few years. If you are lucky and have enough strength, then. . You know that.

Your dream will come true!