Jayden Chan

Jayden Chan is a dedicated chess player & educator who began playing chess in seventh grade. Since then, he has helped his high school team achieve Top-3 finishes at the national, state, and regional levels. Individually, he has also achieved a Top-3 finish at the state level and a Top-10 finish at the national level. Passionate about inspiring the next generation, Jayden previously taught chess at a local church and currently serves as Chess Education Director for Read Nation, a nonprofit offering virtual educational program. He created and launched the organization’s chess division and has also taught English and math to students through Read Nation. Through these educational initiatives, he strives to make learning accessible and engaging for young people. Outside of chess, Jayden’s background in martial arts and music reflects the same discipline, patience, and dedication he brings to teaching. Committed to making a positive impact through education, service, and mentorship, he works to create opportunities for others to learn, grow, and succeed. Jayden believes that sharing knowledge and supporting others can make a meaningful difference, and he hopes to inspire young people to give back to their own communities.

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Oliver Boydell

Oliver Boydell is a three-time National Chess Champion, New York State Champion, and New York City Chess Champion, as well as an author and chess educator. Since discovering chess at age five, he has competed at the highest levels of scholastic chess and, in addition to these individual titles, has helped lead his school teams to numerous city, state, and national championship titles. Passionate about sharing the game, Oliver teaches chess in schools and throughout the community, mentoring young players and helping them develop strategic thinking and confidence. He is also the author of two published chess books: How A King Plays, a collection of 64 practical chess lessons, and He's Got Moves, an exploration of 25 of the most memorable games in chess history. Beyond chess, Oliver is a co-founder of ROOTeen, a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating food insecurity and expanding access to healthy food. A student in a New York City public high school, he is committed to making a positive impact in his community through service, education, and leadership. Oliver believes that some of life's most valuable lessons come from the people around him, and he is grateful for the opportunity to learn from and give back to the community that has supported his growth.