Jennifer Shahade

Jennifer Shahade, born on December thirty-first, nineteen eighty, is a distinguished American chess player and poker player, renowned for her contributions to both fields as a commentator and writer. With a remarkable career, she has earned the title of Woman Grandmaster from FIDE and is a two-time United States Women's Champion, showcasing her exceptional skills on the chessboard.

As an accomplished author, Shahade has penned several influential books, including 'Chess Bitch', 'Play Like a Girl', 'Chess Queens', and her latest work, 'Thinking Sideways'. Additionally, she co-authored 'Marcel Duchamp: The Art of Chess', further bridging the worlds of art and chess through her insightful writing.

From two thousand eighteen to two thousand twenty-three, she served as the Women's Program Director at the United States Chess Federation, where she played a pivotal role in promoting women's participation in chess. Beyond her work in chess, she is a MindSports Ambassador for PokerStars and holds a position on the board of the World Chess Hall of Fame in Saint Louis, reflecting her deep commitment to the growth of both chess and poker.