Summary
Eric Gan is a technology-driven founder and software leader based in Gardena, California, with roughly a decade of experience spanning startups, product leadership, and enterprise-grade engineering. He currently serves as Owner and CEO of the North American Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation and as General Partner and CFO of Wahi Hawaii, where he helped launch the Maui business to six-figures in revenue within its first year. Previously, he led Basil Tech as Chief Product Officer and directed Seattle operations, and he held senior software roles at Duolingo and Microsoft where he delivered notable infrastructure improvements and product integrations. Beyond tech, he has entrepreneurial experience in hospitality and real estate, including running Kalia Cafe and a real estate practice, illustrating a rare ability to apply technology across diverse business models. He holds a BS in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University, grounding his practical leadership with a strong academic foundation.
11 years of coding experience
10 years of employment as a software developer
High School Diploma, High School Diploma at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science, Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University
Chinese, English