Felix Fan
Felix Fan is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Trust Wallet, a position he was appointed to on February 11, 2026. [1] [2] He previously served as the Product Director at the cryptocurrency exchange OKX. Fan is known for his community-focused approach and his active engagement with both English and Mandarin-speaking Web3 communities. [3]
Education
Felix Fan attended the University of Toronto exchange program where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree in Industrial Engineering in 2012.
In 2013, he graduated from the University of Hong Kong where he got a B.Eng. degree in Total Quality Engineering. [4]
Career
Trust Wallet
Fan was appointed CEO of Trust Wallet on February 11, 2026, succeeding Eowyn Chen. [1] His stated mandate is to lead the company's global strategy, oversee product innovation, and drive the expansion of its ecosystem. [2] Trust Wallet was acquired by Binance in 2018, and Fan's appointment underscores the strategic relationship between the two organizations. [1] In a reflection of his leadership style, Fan's personal bio on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) humorously describes his role as "Product intern ." [3]
Previous Roles
Prior to his role at Trust Wallet, Fan was the Head of Growth and Co-Founder of Alphastark Limited from 2014 to 2019.
From 2019 to 2022, Fan served as the Product Strategist and Co-Founder of Adventurist App Limited.
From 2022 to 2025, Fan was the Product Director at OKX where he was heavily involved in the development and ecosystem growth of OKX Wallet and Chain, expanding the multichain, and being involved in the growth of the ecosystem. [3]
His public activity during this period demonstrated a hands-on approach to building the X Layer community. He actively sought out new projects, engaged directly with developers, and promoted community events such as @okxalphas meetups. On October 25, 2025, he publicly discussed the possibility of building the x402 standard on X Layer, indicating his deep involvement in the network's technical and strategic direction. [3]
Leadership and Communication Style
Fan's public communications reveal a leadership philosophy centered on community engagement, direct communication, and industry collaboration. [3]
Community Engagement
A recurring theme in Fan's public statements is the prioritization of the user community. On September 25, 2025, he posted, "community first." [3] On October 8, 2025, he acknowledged feedback from users, stating, "Grateful for the love & hate from our communities—it shows you care... I will always stand by you." [3]
He maintains an open-door policy for feedback. In an October 13, 2025 post, he wrote, "I’m eager to engage with every community members and value your opinions. My dm is always open." [3] During his time working with the X Layer ecosystem, he demonstrated this approach by providing a detailed public response in Chinese to community suggestions on September 22, 2025, confirming that a dedicated developer support group had been created to address feedback and increase exposure for new projects. [3]
Industry Collaboration
Fan has shown a willingness to collaborate with competitors and maintain positive industry relationships. On October 14, 2025, he publicly addressed and dispelled rumors of a conflict with Xie Jiayin of Bitget, stating in Mandarin:
"OKX 钱包也接入了 Morph， 我和谢家印彼此欣赏，没有矛盾。 期待更多合作！" (Translation: "OKX Wallet has also integrated with Morph. Xie Jiayin and I admire each other, there is no conflict. Looking forward to more cooperation!"). [3]
Views and Philosophy
Through his public statements, Fan has shared insights into his personal philosophy, work ethic, and views on the cryptocurrency industry.
On Crypto Culture
Fan has expressed an appreciation for the cultural elements of the Web3 space, particularly memes. On October 17, 2025, he posted, "I ain't against meme, I love meme," and quoted Elon Musk, stating, "Who controls the memes, controls the Universe." [3] This reflects an understanding of the informal and culturally-driven aspects of the crypto community.
On Work and Life
Fan has shared personal maxims that reflect his perspective on his work and the fast-paced nature of the industry.
