Max Shu Teasdale

About Max Shu Teasdale

I\'ve spent most of my career connecting business partners and building communities in tech—both domestically and internationally. At CommerceNext, I drive growth for retail and e-commerce events like their flagship Growth Show, creating opportunities for collaboration, networking, and innovation.Previously, I served as a U.S. Department of Commerce commercial officer and as Executive Director of the U.S. ICT Council for Myanmar, where I built cross-cultural relationships, developed public-private partnerships, and managed large programs and events across multiple industry sectors. I also represented multinational companies in the Asia-Pacific region, helping them engage with local and national governments as well as major enterprise customers.In my free time, I co-host the Midlife Marauders podcast, where we celebrate trailblazing midlifers—celebrities and everyday marauders alike—and explore how to navigate midlife in a candid and often humorous way. I’m passionate about coaching kids, both as a swim instructor and as a volunteer communication and public speaking/improv coach, helping them build confidence and lifelong skills.

Experience

1. Growth Specialist

   Commercenext

   Sep 2023 — Present

   Lead strategic initiatives to acquire and retain omnichannel retailers and DTC brands for CommerceNext’s Growth Show and other events.• Build strong partnerships to drive revenue growth and enhance brand reputation.• Oversee client success to ensure long-term loyalty and engagement.

Education

• University of Maryland

  MBA, Business, Marketing, IT

  1997 — 1999

• University of Virginia

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, English Language and Literature/Letters

• University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business

  MBA, Marketing, IT

  1997 — 1999