Jezuba means "thank you" in Burmese. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit (EIN 82-5179262) based in Silicon Valley. We work with the next generation on solutions to hard-to-solve problems such as poverty and the environment. Together with a community of artists and makers, our young interns practice the art of charity and commerce.
Our volunteers will lead educational workshops to address global climate justice and to offer solar LED lighting as a solution to 1.1 billion people without electricity. We use innovative approaches and entrepreneurial thinking to market and re-sell goods from Jezuba’s community of artists and makers to raise funds. In the process, our interns learn to grow capital while making a positive social and economic impact.
Jezuba is more than an on-line store reselling beautiful artisans’ goods. It is a vehicle for our young volunteers to learn important life skills and to provide a hands-on opportunity for them to think, act, and give. Proceeds, moreover, are invested back into impoverished, off-grid communities in Myanmar such as the Hlegu Center and Saytanar Mercy Village, where solar lights are traded for artisans’ goods.
Our goal for Jezuba is to inspire the next generation not only to become future leaders, but leaders with hope, empathy, and the drive to help strangers from different parts of the world. This act of giving transpires when we show our appreciation by simply saying "Thank You" – Jezuba!
We hope you will support us by purchasing our unique gifts for your loved ones and donating to fund our educational programs.
Our volunteers will lead educational workshops to address global climate justice and to offer solar LED lighting as a solution to 1.1 billion people without electricity. We use innovative approaches and entrepreneurial thinking to market and re-sell goods from Jezuba’s community of artists and makers to raise funds. In the process, our interns learn to grow capital while making a positive social and economic impact.
Jezuba is more than an on-line store reselling beautiful artisans’ goods. It is a vehicle for our young volunteers to learn important life skills and to provide a hands-on opportunity for them to think, act, and give. Proceeds, moreover, are invested back into impoverished, off-grid communities in Myanmar such as the Hlegu Center and Saytanar Mercy Village, where solar lights are traded for artisans’ goods.
Our goal for Jezuba is to inspire the next generation not only to become future leaders, but leaders with hope, empathy, and the drive to help strangers from different parts of the world. This act of giving transpires when we show our appreciation by simply saying "Thank You" – Jezuba!
We hope you will support us by purchasing our unique gifts for your loved ones and donating to fund our educational programs.
Our Team
Rebecca Liao
Co-founder & Director
As a finance leader, I have spent my career growing businesses and fulfilling their potential by getting the most mileage out of the company’s resources and opportunities. I started Jezuba to do the same by intertwining charity with practical business thinking to tackle the world’s most challenging issues like economic developments, poverty, education, and cultural diversity. What can the next generation accomplish armed with entrepreneurial thinking and the use of practical innovative tools developed right in our backyard of Silicon Valley.
Professionally, I am a seasoned financial leader and active CPA with diverse finance, accounting, legal, HR, and operations in start-ups and public companies. I have worked in a broad range of industries including banking, software, SAAS, digital advertising, internet merchandising, retail, clean tech and semiconductor. My passion is to create win-win situations for the company and its clients, partners, vendors, and employees with a commitment to open communications, continuous improvement, and ethical business success. I have a BA in Economics from Wellesley College and MSA in Accountancy from Bentley College. Currently, I am VP, Controller JPMorgan Chase & Co. WePay.
Co-founder & Director
As a finance leader, I have spent my career growing businesses and fulfilling their potential by getting the most mileage out of the company’s resources and opportunities. I started Jezuba to do the same by intertwining charity with practical business thinking to tackle the world’s most challenging issues like economic developments, poverty, education, and cultural diversity. What can the next generation accomplish armed with entrepreneurial thinking and the use of practical innovative tools developed right in our backyard of Silicon Valley.
Professionally, I am a seasoned financial leader and active CPA with diverse finance, accounting, legal, HR, and operations in start-ups and public companies. I have worked in a broad range of industries including banking, software, SAAS, digital advertising, internet merchandising, retail, clean tech and semiconductor. My passion is to create win-win situations for the company and its clients, partners, vendors, and employees with a commitment to open communications, continuous improvement, and ethical business success. I have a BA in Economics from Wellesley College and MSA in Accountancy from Bentley College. Currently, I am VP, Controller JPMorgan Chase & Co. WePay.
Iris Hsu
Co-founder
Iris knew the one thing she would always stay passionate about is giving back to the community. During her undergraduate years at UC Berkeley, she served two years as a board member for Circle K International. After graduation, she worked as a Foundation Program Coordinator at VMware, empowering employees to volunteer their skills and time for a personal cause. Now, she works in finance at Okta, but still maintains a tie with corporate social responsibility. She manages the nonprofit validation program for Okta for Good, and enjoys volunteering for various causes through the company's charitable giving program. With Jezuba, Iris hopes to empower the next generation to make their impact, no matter how big or small that may be.
Co-founder
Iris knew the one thing she would always stay passionate about is giving back to the community. During her undergraduate years at UC Berkeley, she served two years as a board member for Circle K International. After graduation, she worked as a Foundation Program Coordinator at VMware, empowering employees to volunteer their skills and time for a personal cause. Now, she works in finance at Okta, but still maintains a tie with corporate social responsibility. She manages the nonprofit validation program for Okta for Good, and enjoys volunteering for various causes through the company's charitable giving program. With Jezuba, Iris hopes to empower the next generation to make their impact, no matter how big or small that may be.
The Interns
Young, ambitious, and ready to take the world!
Lauren YoungContent Strategy Intern
Lauren has always hoped to find a way to give back, but never found the opportunity she wanted. When fate was kind enough to let Lauren stumble across Jezuba, she was certain on joining the team. As a business finance student at San Jose State University, Lauren is still figuring out what it is that she wants to do but she's certain on taking her own steps on making a social impact. Through Jezuba, she hopes to giver her best while learning new skills and spreading kindness.
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Kristine HuynhContent Strategy Intern
Kristine's excitement to give back to the community led her to where she is today! A recent sociology graduate from San Jose State University, Kristine wishes to implement her major to identify and understand the social problems in our community. When she was introduced to Jezuba, she was blown away by the mission and eagerly wanted to help. She hopes to learn new skills and gain valuable experiences as she continues to take on the next steps of her journey.
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Special thanks to Becca's Artsy Corner, Tuyen Tong, Aleisha Lew, Rachael Lim, Gareth Cartier, and all of the kind-hearted people who have helped Jezuba along our journey.