Forming Synergy to Create Success: CEO Club of LA

A brotherhood of Asian American entrepreneurs tied together by passion, determination and success. Founded eight years ago by our cover star David SK Lee, the CEO Club unites entrepreneurs and business owners – all Chinese in heritage – to come together to do business and learn from one another.

The creators of opportunity. The foundation of their communities. The Dreamers. The Doers. The CEO Club.

Chris Chang: President & CEO U.S. Bankcard Services, Inc.; sure3 tek Inc.;

Global Lease CorpChris is the President and CEO of US Bankcard Services, Inc. (USBSI), a leading merchant services company that provides card payment processing services to businesses nationwide. Chris also owns Global Lease Corp, offering POS equipment leasing options; and sure3 tek Inc, a provider of online ordering and website building solutions. Chris holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

Robert Chang: President & CEO, Frontier Fashion Inc, RMC group, Number Driving LLC

Robert Chang is the President and CEO of Frontier Fashion, Inc., a leading fashion eyewear company that provides the trendiest eyewear worldwide. More than 20 years in the business, Frontier Fashion has been growing rapidly and solidifying their status in the market. Robert also has a real estate investment company that concentrates in both Los Angeles and Orange County, California

Kevin Chen: Owner and Chief Creative, FRANKIE

Kevin J Chen is an American entrepreneur. Well recognized for his visionary expertise and business accomplishments, he has thrived amongst the virtuosity of creating in the world of fashion, art, and real estate for 30 years. Mr. Chen enjoys traveling and has done so extensively around the world. Currently, he resides in Los Angeles, California and Honolulu, Hawaii.

James Chen: President, Axis wheels, Axis Sport tuning, ASAP Mobile Tire

Currently the President of Axis wheels, a manufacturer and distributor of aluminum alloy wheels for cars. Also the President of ASAP mobile tire service, a direct to consumer on site tire sale and installation service. Currently operating in five major cities across the country, they will have 20 cities by the end of the year. Other business interests including real estate, nursing homes specializing in Chinese-Americans, and investment grade classic cars.

William Huang: CEO, Boss Office Products Inc.

Life is too short! Enjoy when you are still young. After 25 years of office furniture industry and exciting experience and business development initiatives, William was semi-retired in 2015.

Kin Hui: Chairman, Singpoli Group

Kin Hui has been active in the acquisition, development and management of Southern California commercial properties since 1991. He leads Singpoli companies that diversified into different sectors: real estate investment and development, property management, hospitality management, construction management, IT & media, financial service consists of insurance service, mortgage, and wealth management.

Cho Kwan: CEO, Canton Food CO

Joined Canton Food Co., a family owned business founded by his father. At the time Canton’s business model was mainly distribution. Cho recognized that the distribution was too costly to operate and small to mid-size restaurants were under served, so he converted the Company’s business model from distribution to cash & carry.

David Lee: Chairman & CEO, Hing Wa Lee Group

David Lee is the Chairman and CEO of Hing Wa Lee Group, which consists of the renowned Hing Wa Lee Jewelers and business ventures in real estate, exotic car collections, restaurants, and other investments. Lee is active in the community and some involvements include board member at USC Marshall School of Business, Executive Advisory Board member for Lyoid Grief Center for Entrepreneur Studies at USC, Chairman of the David SK and Katherine Lee endowment program at Flintridge Preparatory School, and Lifetime Chairman and Founder of the CEO Club.

David Lim: Executive Director, Top Glove Corporation

Pioneer shareholder of Top Glove SDN BHD since 1991, Founder of TG Medical USA Inc in 1995, Executive Director of Top Glove Corp when both companies merged in 2000. Top Glove is the world’s largest disposable glove company selling to 200 countries in the world. Director of various privately held corporations. Former Director of AAAA (Arizona Asian American Association).

Kenny Mar: Managing Partner & CEO, Mar Investments

Kenny is the Managing Partner and CEO of Mar Investments, a real estate company specializing in the development and investment of commercial real estate. The primary assets in his portfolio are neighborhood shopping centers located in prime commercial areas throughout Southern California. With over 25 years’ experience in commercial real estate, Kenny is continually looking for key acquisitions with the intent on a long-term hold strategy and appreciation through development/redevelopment of the assets.

David Sheen: CEO/President, Jon Davler, Inc., LASplash Cosmetics, a division of JDI USE

C’mon… it’s color cosmetics! How can anyone stress out rolling in glitters all day?! I consider JDI a “Boutique Color Cosmetics Manufacturer” because we focus on unique cosmetics designs and premium formulations. Turning point of my life occurred in 2015 when a fire destroyed my entire factory. This led to re-structuring, new marketing direction and nixing distractions which gave birth to a new state-of-art facility with multiple growth.

Ken Wong: Principal, Fortune Property Management & Investments, Inc.

Ken’s experience as a commercial loan underwriter and tax auditor enabled him to naturally parlay into the world of real estate 22 years ago. Having capitalized upon 2 major market windfalls, Fortune’s humble apartment portfolio grew to be comprised of commercial retail & service space, as well as numerous international QSR (quick service restaurants) spanning over 5 states. He plans to focus on serving more at church, traveling, and cycling.

Michael Wu: CEO, Wealthy Daddy Investment LLC, Havenly Cure LLC

With a keen eye for new market and investment opportunities, Michael Wu is an entrepreneur that has more than 30 years of experiences in small business management. Michael’s work has provided him tremendous experience in emerging markets and his background has made him an expert in leadership and management. He stands by business ethics and social responsibility. Integrity and honesty are the mottos he lives by.

Kenny Yee: President & CEO, IMUAROCK Ventures

Kenny is the President and CEO of IMUAROCK Ventures, focusing on strategic investments in small business, start-ups and real estate. In his early career, Kenny built Wing Hing Noodle Company from a small family “mom and pop” operation into Passport Food Group LLC, one of the largest noodle manufacturers and distributors of Asian food in the United States.