Joshua Brooks

Joshua Brooks is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader based in New York City. He is currently an Investor and Consultant at Zoku Sushi, a position he has held since August 2019.1 In this role, he provides business development services to help establish B-to-B partnerships within NYC company offices, convention centers, and with off-premise caterers.1

Career Highlights

Co-Founder and Managing Director: Brooks is the co-founder and managing director of three companies:

1. Fete Events: A luxury event production firm
2. Jung Lee NY: A home accessories and tabletop retailer/e-commerce business
3. Slowdance.com: A luxury wedding registry platform1

He has been in these roles since May 2003, demonstrating over 20 years of experience in the event planning and luxury retail industries.1

Previous Experience: Prior to his current ventures, Brooks served as the Director of Business Development at M5 Telcom from September 2001 to January 2004.1

Education

Brooks has a strong educational background:

• MBA in Entrepreneurship from The Wharton School of Business (1995-1997)
• Master of Arts in International Studies from The Lauder Institute - University of Pennsylvania (1995-1997)
• BS in International Business and Management from Georgetown University (1986-1990)1

Zoku Sushi Involvement

As an investor and consultant for Zoku Sushi, Brooks has been involved with what is described as the first sushi digital kitchen in the US, featuring former Nobu chefs.1 The company aims to provide high-quality sushi at moderate prices.1 As of October 2019, Zoku had raised $5 million in funding.2

Joshua Brooks's diverse experience in luxury events, retail, and now in the innovative food service sector with Zoku Sushi, showcases his versatility as an entrepreneur and business leader in the New York market.