Pokeworks
Michael Chen has significant work experience, starting with their role as Co-Founder, CEO of ImportLA, Inc. from May 2005 to November 2015. Michael then went on to co-found Beyond Vape, where they held the positions of Managing Partner and CEO. Additionally, they co-founded Nexus Brands Group and held various roles, including co-founder, CEO, board member, and advisor. Michael also co-founded IP Shark and worked as an advisor. Most recently, Michael co-founded Pokéworks and held the positions of Co-Founder, President, and Co-Founder, Managing Partner. Michael's earlier work experience includes roles at Sandia National Labs, Intel, and Microsoft.
Michael Chen obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Engineering from UCLA in 2002. Before that, they attended University High School from 1994 to 1998. Michael later pursued a Masters of Engineering in Computer Science at Cornell University from 2003 to 2004.
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Pokeworks
Pokeworks was founded in 2015 with the simple mission of spreading its love of poke – the crisp, fresh, healthy Hawaiian favorite – with the world. Pokeworks believes in living a healthy lifestyle and eating meals made from the freshest, highest quality ingredients from sustainable food sources. Pokeworks' innovative Poke Your Way™ approach is groundbreaking, offering guests limitless ways to customize their poke order to match their eating preferences including vegan, gluten-free, and other mindful diets. The Poke Burrito has developed a cult-like following, much like Pokeworks’ proprietary sauces, which range from sweet and spicy to savory. In 2022, the brand was honored to be named the “Top Poke Franchise” by Startups Magazine. Pokeworks has quickly expanded to become the leading fast-casual poke brand in the world with three consecutive years on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” list. The brand has more than 60 locations across 20 states, with Taiwan, Mexico and Canada coming soon.