Michael Chen

Strategic Technology Advisor

Michael Chen is a veteran global technology executive and strategist with over 20 years of experience driving cross-border innovation, R&D management, and technical scaling for Fortune 100 companies. As a Strategic Advisor, Michael helps guide the firm’s technical infrastructure, enterprise capabilities, and long-term positioning within the rapidly evolving global landscape.

Today, he operates as an independent architect and consultant at the cutting edge of AI GPU/NPU interconnects, high-performance computing, and telecommunications.

Having lived and led high-stakes operations across Silicon Valley, San Diego, New Jersey, Beijing, and Tokyo, Michael brings an elite level of cross-cultural operational expertise to the firm.

In addition to his corporate acumen, Michael is the parent of two adult Third Culture Kids (TCKs). This firsthand experience navigating the complex, multi-layered lifestyle of international families gives him a unique, empathetic understanding of Springboard Global’s core global clientele, allowing him to help align internal technology and operational strategies with the genuine needs of global citizens.