Jason Chan

Jason Chan is a prominent figure in AT&T's external affairs and public relations, holding dual roles within the company. He serves as the Chief of Staff to AT&T's President of the West Region and as the Director of External Affairs.12 In his capacity as Director of External Affairs, Chan leads AT&T's national engagement with the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities, as well as the LGBTQ+ community.1

Professional Responsibilities

As Chief of Staff, Chan provides strategic leadership on critical issues such as COVID-19 response, wildfire relief, and social justice initiatives. He also spearheads the company's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force.1 In his role as Director of External Affairs, he focuses on strengthening AT&T's relationships with diverse communities, particularly the AANHPI and LGBTQ+ groups.12

Background and Experience

Prior to joining AT&T, Chan held several government positions in San Francisco, including:

• Appointments Secretary for Mayor Gavin Newsom
• Political Director for Ed Lee's mayoral campaign12

Education

Chan's educational background includes:

• Master's Degree in Public Administration from Golden Gate University
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from San Francisco State University1

Board Memberships

Jason Chan is actively involved in various organizations, serving on the boards of:

• National Asian/Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (National ACE)
• Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS)
• Equality California (the nation's largest statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization)12

His extensive experience in AANHPI and LGBTQ+ advocacy, spanning over a decade, has been instrumental in developing AT&T's community investment strategies, including workforce development, career readiness programs, and entertainment employment opportunities.12