Wayne Chen

Wayne Chen is a seasoned entrepreneur and finance professional with extensive experience in blockchain technology and retail payments. As the Co-Founder and CEO of EukaPay, Wayne leads a secure platform for cryptocurrency transactions. At the Bank of Canada, Wayne serves as a Retail Payments Advisor, contributing to regulatory frameworks. Wayne is also a Strategic Advisor at UC Berkeley's Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology, focusing on blockchain projects. Previously, Wayne held key roles such as Director of Business Development at the Blockchain Research Institute and Blockchain Revolution Global, and Founder of Wayne Chen Consulting, which aimed to enhance blockchain ecosystems. With a background in wealth strategy at CIBC and managerial experience at EY, Wayne possesses a comprehensive skill set spanning finance, accounting, and technology. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Accounting and Finance from McMaster University, a Chartered Accountant designation, and ongoing studies at INSEAD and Johns Hopkins University.