About Eowyn Chen
Eowyn Chen is the CEO of Trust Wallet, the world’s leading self-custody Web3 wallet and Web3 gateway, serving almost 150 million users globally. Passionate about hyper-scaling crypto adoption, Eowyn is focused on empowering people with financial access and opportunity in the decentralized economy. Her background in growth marketing, product management, and fintech has made her a key figure in the cryptocurrency space, where she continues to contribute to its growth by ensuring users have control over their digital assets.
Early Life
Growing up in China and later moving to the United States, Eowyn developed a passion for technology’s potential to change lives. She grew up observing how digital transformation was reshaping industries globally, and that curiosity led her to explore how technology could empower individuals. This early exposure to innovation laid the foundation for her career in decentralized finance and crypto.
Education
Eowyn graduated Cum Laude from Harvard University, where she majored in History and minored in Economics. Her studies explored economic systems and historical contexts, shaping her understanding of the intersection between human behavior, financial markets, and technology. She was trained as a “science-minded history concentrator,” constantly seeking to uncover the fundamental principles of society and technology.
Professional Journey
Eowyn’s career began at Oliver Wyman in New York as a management consultant, where she specialized in financial services. This experience honed her strategic thinking and laid the groundwork for her future roles. She later transitioned to helping international startups with their go-to-market strategies and operations in the US. Her ability to scale businesses led to her joining Binance in 2018, where she initially worked as a special assistant to one of the co-founders before taking on the challenge of building the central marketing team. During her time at Binance, she led efforts that grew the platform’s user base from tens of millions to hundreds of millions globally, making her a key figure in the company’s rapid growth.
Beginning of the Crypto/Web3 Journey
Eowyn’s crypto journey began in earnest during her time at Binance, where she was captivated by the potential of blockchain technology after the market crash in 2018. A pivotal moment in her career occurred when Viktor Radchenko, founder of Trust Wallet, challenged her understanding of crypto ownership. A simple act of sending her crypto directly through Trust Wallet ignited her passion for self-custody and decentralization. This experience made her realize that crypto could offer individuals true financial autonomy—an empowering yet responsible form of freedom.
Vision and Philosophy
Eowyn believes self-custody is a fundamental human right. She also believes that decentralized technology can democratize access to financial services and provide people with the tools they need to thrive in the AI-powered social economy. Her focus is on creating systems that balance empowerment and responsibility, and she sees blockchain as a powerful tool for financial freedom and data ownership. She is deeply committed to simplifying access to decentralized finance while maintaining robust security.
Contributions to the Industry
As CEO of Trust Wallet, Eowyn has been instrumental in driving the platform’s growth and enhancing its security features. Under her leadership, Trust Wallet has become a crucial gateway for over 100 million users, enabling them to manage their assets safely and securely. Eowyn has become a prominent voice in the Web3 space, speaking at industry events and sharing her vision for decentralized finance. Her work has significantly shaped the user experience within the blockchain ecosystem
Legacy and Future Prospects
Besides building platforms to empower people to better own and thrive in the world, Eowyn is motivated by building a long-term, sustainable Web3 organization with integrity and sense of mission. She aspires to leave a lasting legacy on people and culture, nurturing a generation of builders who can be a positive influence in the industry. Eowyn believes that people are the ultimate agents of change and the key to advancing the bigger mission. As she looks to the future, Eowyn is excited about expanding Trust Wallet’s offerings and continuing to drive crypto adoption, ensuring that people around the world have the tools to control their financial futures.
Contact and Social Media
Eowyn is based in Dubai and actively shares insights on X and LinkedIn