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Chieh Huang
CEO at Boxed (NYSE: BOXD)
Chieh Huang is the Co-Founder and CEO of Boxed.com, an innovative e-commerce platform that specializes in bulk-sized items, similar to a digital version of Costco. Established in 2013 from Huang's garage, Boxed has rapidly grown to become a significant player in the wholesale shopping space, generating over $100 million in annual revenue and raising over $250 million in funding.123
Huang has received numerous accolades for his entrepreneurial achievements, including being named to Bloomberg's "50 People to Watch" in 2018, Crain's "40 Under 40," and Entrepreneur Magazine's list of "The 50 Most Daring Entrepreneurs".12 His leadership style emphasizes frugality and efficiency, which he believes are essential for sustainable business growth. This approach has resonated well in an era dominated by larger competitors like Amazon.35
Before founding Boxed, Huang held various positions, including Director at Zynga NY and Associate at Proskauer Rose LLP. He is also actively involved in discussions about leadership and innovation, having spoken at TED events and other prominent forums.24