JASDFW Appoints Tech & Finance Leaders to Board

The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW) has significantly strengthened its leadership by appointing two prominent business leaders to its Board of Directors: Dan Sinawat, Founder and CEO of AI CONNEX and VC ARENA, and Kaito Ajiro, Financial Advisor with WWA Integrated Wealth Strategy. This strategic move comes as North Texas continues to emerge as a global hub for technology, finance, and innovation, with JASDFW playing a vital role in bridging Japanese and American business communities for over 50 years. The organization's mission focuses on promoting friendship, understanding, and collaboration through diverse programs spanning business, culture, and education, making these new appointments particularly significant for the region's economic and cultural landscape. Readers can Click for Photos to see visual documentation of this important leadership development.

Dan Sinawat brings exceptional expertise from the cutting-edge fields of artificial intelligence and venture capital, having been recognized among DFW's Most Innovative Leaders in AI. Through his leadership at VC ARENA, he is actively working to position Dallas as the next Silicon Valley by connecting venture capitalists, family offices, and founders to accelerate innovation. His work with AI CONNEX has gained significant recognition from Dallas Innovates, the Dallas Regional Chamber, and Dallas AI for building a global AI community focused on collaboration and real-world impact. Meanwhile, Kaito Ajiro contributes deep financial strategy experience and strong community connections, helping business owners and families navigate complex financial landscapes through integrated planning at WWA Integrated Wealth Strategy. His entrepreneurial background includes consulting with distributors of authentic Japanese Wagyu throughout the U.S., where he builds partnerships with JETRO and ALIC to strengthen U.S.–Japan trade relationships.

According to Lawrence P. Howorth, Board of Directors Chair for JASDFW, these appointments bring "new energy, innovation, and deep community ties" that embody the collaborative spirit defining the organization. Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, JASDFW plans to expand its impact through signature events including the Sun & Star Golf Classic, Bonenkai Forget-the-Year Party, and various business networking programs. The combination of Sinawat's technology vision and Ajiro's financial expertise positions JASDFW to significantly enhance cross-cultural connections and economic partnerships between North Texas and Japan. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1970, JASDFW continues its mission of strengthening friendship and mutual understanding between the people of Japan and North Texas through comprehensive business, cultural, and educational initiatives that benefit both communities.