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Henry Xiao

Henry Xiao

Talent leader for startups, entrepreneur, and collegiate athlete

San Francisco Bay Area
San Diego, California
Santa Rosa, California
Joined July 2025

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Summary

Henry Xiao demonstrates a strong entrepreneurial spirit, evidenced by co-founding Checkmate Academy during high school, an initiative that grew to offer after-school chess programs in over 100 schools. This early venture highlights his leadership, organizational skills, and dedication to educational enrichment. checkmateacademy+1
Henry is deeply immersed in the startup ecosystem, focusing on talent acquisition and strategic partnerships. Through HX Agency, he actively connects top talent with YC and FF-backed startups, leveraging his experience in similar roles at companies like iContact Camera and The Oasis VR to drive growth and build high-performing teams. substack+1
Beyond his professional and entrepreneurial pursuits, Henry is a dedicated collegiate athlete, competing in track and field for UC San Diego in sprints and hurdles. His high school career at Sonoma Academy also showcased his athletic prowess, earning him 1st Team All-Conference honors in multiple hurdle events. ucsdtritons+2

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Active participant in track and field, competing in sprints and hurdles at both collegiate and high school levels. ucsdtritons+2

Developed a passion for competitive chess, leading to the co-founding of Checkmate Academy in high school. checkmateacademy+1