Jeff Wade

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About Jeff Wade

As the Executive Director of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce St. Louis, I am committed to empowering Asian American businesses and professionals. My leadership focuses on driving significant membership growth, enhancing resources, and helping with foreign direct investment to and from Asia for the St. Louis region. Under my guidance, the chamber has seen a remarkable increase in new members & sponsorships. Leadership Highlights at the Asian American Chamber: Dramatically increased chamber membership and engagement. Secured substantial funding increases to expand mission-critical programs. Entrepreneurial Ventures: Co-founded zPods, awarded by Arch Grants, which offers sensory-friendly beds improving sleep for children with sensory sensitivities. This initiative has expanded access to necessary support for families and secured Medicaid reimbursements, enhancing healthcare inclusion. Founder Crypto World - Focused on crypto and blockchain education. I'm passionate about emerging technology with practical business applications, focusing on blockchain and AI's role in future-proofing our workforce. My work involves interfacing with policymakers and business leaders to foster understanding of emerging technologies' impacts. Let’s connect! I'm keen on collaborating with like-minded professionals and businesses seeking to harness growth and embrace innovation in their fields.