Ben Choe
About Ben Choe
Ben Choe is a Senior Product Manager currently working at JOOR, with a background in product management and startup acceleration in the luxury and fashion sectors. He has held various roles in notable companies and programs, including serving as Founder and CEO of Inline Digital and participating in the LVMH La Maison des Startups program.
Current Role at JOOR
Ben Choe serves as a Senior Product Manager at JOOR, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing product development and strategy within the company. His experience in product management is complemented by his previous role at JOOR as a Product Manager from 2021 to 2022, where he contributed to various product initiatives. JOOR is known for its innovative approach to wholesale commerce, and Choe's expertise supports its mission in the fashion industry.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Ben Choe founded and served as CEO of Inline Digital from 2017 to 2020 in the New York City Metropolitan Area. He also worked as a Project Manager at WeBuyGold for five months in 2017 in the Greater Los Angeles Area. His experience extends to positions such as Director of Events at LavaLab USC and Director of Development at Spark SC, both in 2015. Additionally, he held the role of Account Manager at Naritiv in 2016 and worked as a 3D Printing & Laser Cutting IT Specialist at USC's Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy from 2014 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Ben Choe studied at the University of Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Arts, Technology, and the Business of Innovation from 2014 to 2018. He was among the first thirty students to enroll in the USC Iovine & Young Academy, which focuses on combining product design with venture management. Additionally, he participated in a Summer Program in 3D Design and Prototyping at USC in 2013, enhancing his skills in design and technology.
Participation in Startup Programs
Choe participated in the LVMH La Maison des Startups program, which supports innovative startups in the luxury sector. He was also involved in the Farfetch Dream Assembly, a program aimed at accelerating the growth of promising startups in the fashion and technology industries. These experiences reflect his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting emerging businesses.