Eugene Chung

An established angel investor and entrepreneur specializing in technology and media sectors. He is the founder and CEO of Penrose Studios, a company focused on creating immersive virtual reality experiences. Prior to founding Penrose Studios, he served as the Head of Film & Media at Oculus VR, where he led the development of the first VR narrative production, 'Lost.' Before his tenure at Oculus, he was an investor and filmmaker based in New York City, working with TechStars and New Enterprise Associates (NEA), focusing on venture capital and seed investments in technology companies. His professional background also includes roles at Pixar Animation Studios, Warburg Pincus, and Morgan Stanley. He earned his BS degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, where he was a Baker Scholar. As an angel investor, Eugene Chung has demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting early-stage technology and media startups. His investment strategy emphasizes innovative companies that are at the forefront of virtual reality, augmented reality, and immersive media experiences. He actively seeks opportunities to mentor and guide entrepreneurs, leveraging his extensive industry experience to foster growth and innovation. His diverse portfolio reflects a keen interest in ventures that blend technology with creative content, aiming to redefine user engagement and interaction. Eugene's investment philosophy centers on identifying visionary founders and groundbreaking ideas that have the potential to transform industries. He values companies that prioritize user-centric design and are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology to create meaningful experiences. His approach combines strategic insight with a passion for storytelling and immersive media, positioning him as a key figure in the evolution of digital entertainment and interactive technologies.

Innovative technology solutions, Experienced founding teams, Scalable business models, Strong market potential, Commitment to user experience