Chris Kwei is the founder and president of an Oakland-based automotive dealership group, where he has served as dealer principal for more than 20 years. He is also the founder and managing principal of an Oakland-based real estate development firm specializing in urban infill developments; multifamily homes; and office, retail and hospitality properties. He serves on the boards of directors for the Lake Merritt – Uptown District Association and Downtown Oakland District Association as well as on the board of CoachArt, a nonprofit that connects children who have chronic illnesses with opportunities to learn arts and sports. He earned his bachelor’s degree at the University of California, Berkeley.