Michael Chen

Michael Chen has over 18 years of work experience. Michael began their career in 2001 as a Software Developer at Microsoft. In 2002, they moved to Intel as a Mobile Platform Engineer. In 2003, they joined Sandia National Labs as a Member of Technical Staff. In 2005, they co-founded ImportLA, Inc. as the CEO. In 2013, they co-founded Beyond Vape as the Managing Partner and CEO. In 2015, they co-founded Pok\u00e9works as the President and Managing Partner. Michael also co-founded Nexus Brands Group in 2015, where they served as the Advisor, Board Member, and CEO. Lastly, they co-founded IP Shark in 2015, where they served as an Advisor.

Michael Chen received their Masters of Engineering in Computer Science from Cornell University in 2004. Prior to that, they earned a BS in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2002. Michael graduated from University High School in 1998.