Kevin Chen

Kevin Chen

Capital Markets, Lee & Associates Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA 90012

Phone (323) 924-3805

Property Types
Hospitality, Industrial, Office, Retail, Specialty, Multi-Family, Health Care
Markets
Los Angeles
Languages
English, Chinese
Bio
CAREER SUMMARY Kevin Chen, a Harvard-educated entrepreneur, brings over 25 years of diverse experience spanning real estate, art, and community development. His distinguished career has been marked by a relentless commitment to providing his clients with the best opportunities and offering holistic solutions. Kevin's extensive expertise spans a wide spectrum of real estate sectors, including hospitality, multifamily, industrial, tech, media, retail, office, healthcare, and land. His career is characterized by a seamless ability to navigate complex real estate landscapes, consistently driving success in every endeavor. His achievements include guiding transformative real estate projects, such as the Arts District Center and Arts District Hotel, where he converted a 1-acre lot into a 562,000 GBSF ground-up development. Kevin’s role spans the project lifecycle, from acquisition to property management, financing, entitlement processes, and pre-construction consultancy. Kevin also played a pivotal role in the TRJLA’s Chinatown LA project, shepherding it from land acquisition to full entitlement. This ambitious project includes 411 residential units and diverse commercial spaces, showcasing his commitment to vibrant communities. Kevin's commitment ensures that every project is meticulously planned for the best use and executed to maximize its inherent value. Throughout his career, Kevin has consistently demonstrated his ability to solve complex problems while creating enduring value. His passion for innovation, community development, and sustainable growth continues to drive his remarkable contributions to the real estate industry.
Education
EDUCATION Harvard University (Boston) Graduate School of Design Advanced Management Development Program, Real Estate Development, Design & Leadership Fashion Institute of Technology (New York) School of Art and Design AAS in Design, Fashion, Art & B