Joseph Pitruzelli

Joseph Pitruzzelli is an experienced professional in investment, entrepreneurship, and design, currently serving as a member of the Pasadena Angels since June 2016 within an early stage investment group. Joseph has held positions on the Board of Directors for the California Restaurant Association since June 2018 and has been the owner and founder of Wurstküche, an establishment known for exotic grilled sausages and German & Belgian beer halls, since November 2007. Joseph has also contributed to the Los Angeles River Artist and Business Association in various roles from January 2008 to December 2016, including treasurer and president. Prior to their current endeavors, Joseph was the owner of Triphora Design, providing industrial, graphic, and architectural design services from December 2003 to December 2014, and Joseph worked as a lighting designer for x\, focusing on theatrical lighting and production systems from January 2000 to January 2008. Joseph holds a BFA in Industrial Design from California College of the Arts and multiple degrees, including Business Management, from the University of San Francisco.