Michael Chen – From $1 Billion VIP Business to Luxury RE HoldCo where villas rent for $31,000/night

Michael Chen is Co-CEO, and the Founder of HakuLife and the developer of award-winning properties, Hakuchōzan and HakuVillas.

Has over 20 years of professional history dedicated to “elevating the customer experience.”

With senior executive experience with some of the world’s most elite brands including Crown Resorts, Caesars Entertainment, and McKinsey & Company, Michael brings a deep passion for bringing world-class standards to the Lifestyle Real Estate category.

On this episode, PrivatEquityGuy & Michael discuss:

– lessons from founding a VC backed enterprise software company in the late 90s, raising $30 million
– lessons learned when working in the casino industry for 15 years.
– a short journey of building a $1 billion VIP business (UHNW high-rollers)
– building a lifestyle real estate platform that during the peak season emplyees 200 people.
– how they are able to charge $31,000 per night

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