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Jason Tan

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Chapter Chair at YPO
📍 San Francisco, California, United States

Jason Tan is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Sift, a leader in Digital Trust & Safety. An engineer and entrepreneur, he previously co-founded BuzzLabs, which was acquired by IAC. Colleagues describe him as intelligent, innovative, and a positive cultural leader. He graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in computer engineering.

Outside of work, Jason is an active angel investor who enjoys creative hobbies like freestyle rap. He is passionate about personal growth and improving relationships, having taken courses in interpersonal dynamics. Born in Taipei, he has lived in Japan and Singapore, enjoys traveling, and has visited 35 countries.

Jason was admitted to the University of Washington through a program for young scholars at age 16, graduating with honors at 20.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Chapter Chair
Job Level
Leadership
Location
San Francisco, California, United States
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Digital Trust & Safety
As the founder of Sift, his career is dedicated to helping businesses and consumers trust the internet by preventing online fraud and abuse.
Startup Culture
He emphasizes creating a positive, collaborative team and is described by colleagues as a "cultural leader." He also speaks about love-based leadership.
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Career

Work history

7-2025
Chapter Chair
YPO
3-2023
Leadership Coach
Self-employed
6-2011
Founder & Executive Chairman
Sift
6-2011 - 11-2022
Chief Executive Officer
Sift
6-2010 - 5-2011
CTO
BuzzLabs
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Education
2018 - 2019
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Leaders In Tech
2011 - 2011
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Y Combinator
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