Michael Chinen

Michael Chinen currently works as a Business Development Manager II at Blackhawk Network, focusing on supporting local small-to-medium sized businesses with client acquisition and relationship management through digital programs. Prior experience includes serving as a Mid-Market Account Executive at Bonfire, where responsibilities spanned the entire sales cycle, mentoring new staff, and implementing modern sales strategies. Additionally, Michael has held roles as an Account Executive and Sales Development Representative at Deltek and SaleCycle, respectively, where lead generation and relationship building were key components. Michael's career began with positions in customer service and maintenance while studying at James Madison University, where a Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies was earned.