In what ways has Denelle Dixon shaped Stellar’s growth and ecosystem evolution since taking over leadership from founder Jed McCaleb?
How has Denelle Dixon’s leadership as CEO of the Stellar Development Foundation influenced the protocol’s strategic direction since its inception by Jed McCaleb
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Since becoming CEO of the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) in 2019, Denelle Dixon has focused on driving real-world adoption, regulatory engagement, and ecosystem expansion. Under her leadership, Stellar has partnered with major players like MoneyGram, supported the launch of USDC on Stellar, and advanced financial inclusion initiatives globally. While Jed McCaleb built the protocol’s technical foundation, Dixon’s role has been pivotal in aligning Stellar with enterprise-grade use cases, enhancing network visibility, and advocating for responsible blockchain innovation.