JAYSEN LAI
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic and driven change manager successful at streamlining business processes with a passion for people. Bringing expertise in technology operations and entertainment to H3 Entertainment; leading the integration of traditional entertainment production process with disruptive Web3, Metaverse, and AI technology.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Co-Founder
H3 Entertainment
Palo Alto, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Develop key operational initiatives to drive growth.
- Manage partnerships and strategic business relationships in both the Web3 and entertainment industry.
- Update business processes, products and team makeups to generate more business opportunities and cater to audience needs.
- Establish foundational processes for business operations.
Senior Director of Operations
Beijing Founder
Beijing, China
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Continuously monitored emerging technology trends in Web3, blockchain, and decentralized technologies, providing actionable insights and strategic recommendations that enabled clients to capitalize on new market opportunities.
- Achieved timely and cost-effective project deliverables for several projects ($3-$5M).
- Understood key product management objectives to develop product technology strategy.
- Led recruitment and development of talent; supported and supervised several project teams ranging from 5-20 members.
Film Producer
Independent
12.2014 - 12.2019
- Managed a team of 20+ crew members to successfully produce independent feature films.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations for production company to ensure smooth completion of films.
- Coordinated with writers, directors, and editors to ensure vision alignment.
Business Operations Consultant
Independant
06.2014 - 12.2019
- Spearheaded the setup of U.S. offices, including vendor selection, leasing negotiations, and operational logistics.
- Advised on localization strategies, including branding and messaging, enabling client companies to resonate with U.S. consumers.
- Led operational oversight and supervision for US and China locations.
HR Business Partner
JDSU
Milpitas, CA
12.2011 - 03.2014
- Worked closely with VP of HR as HR liaison for Corporate Real Estate Group.
- Enabled necessary changes to align operations with strategic plans and collaborated with leadership to improve policies across board.
- Managed full employee life cycle.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for more than 250 new employees.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Managerial Economics
University Of California, Davis
Davis, CA 09.2006 - 06.2010
Skills
Operations and program oversight
Certification
Certified Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), CPP
Affiliations
- Toastmasters
- Society of Human Resource Management
Timeline
Co-Founder
H3 Entertainment
01.2023 - Current
Senior Director of Operations
Beijing Founder
01.2016 - 01.2023
Film Producer
Independent
12.2014 - 12.2019
Business Operations Consultant
Independant
06.2014 - 12.2019
Certified Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), CPP
11-2013
HR Business Partner
JDSU
12.2011 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Managerial Economics
University Of California, Davis
09.2006 - 06.2010
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